Henry Kissinger, Former US Secretary of State, dies at 100
Kissinger was one of the most influential and controversial figures in U.S. foreign policy and served as the country’s top diplomat under Presidents Nixon and Ford.
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Aussie AI platform powering bank lending raises $28 million
AI decisioning platform, Rich Data Co, has banked $28 million in a Series B funding round led by Westpac and US cloud banking software firm nCino.
EV hype subdues as hybrids take centre stage overseas – but what’s happening Down Under?
New research finds used electric vehicle prices are down more than a third, with Teslas suffering some of the largest price drops – but hybrids are selling like hotcakes.
‘Backing the next generation’: VC firm raises $12 million for early-stage startups
A two-year-old venture and advisory firm, Happenco, has closed its first funDing, raising $12 million to invest into early-stage startups.
The real reason Mark Cuban is exiting Shark Tank–and maybe the Mavericks
The billionaire opened up to Forbes last year about his plans for a big shake up, citing changes in his family life.
Here’s Charlie Munger’s simple advice about estate planning—as tributes pour in for Berkshire Hathaway legend
The always colorful Munger said at his final Berkshire annual meeting that 95% of heirs should follow one simple rule.
Billionaire Mark Cuban selling majority stake in Dallas Mavericks
Cuban will continue to remain as head of the Mavericks’ basketball operations as part of the deal valuing the team at around $3.5 billion, according to the Athletic.
Charlie Munger, Warren Buffett’s right-hand man, dies aged 99
Wealthy investment guru Charlie Munger, renowned for amassing vast wealth before joining forces with Warren Buffett at Berkshire Hathaway, passed away at the age of 99.
From cover shots to tequila shots: How supermodel Kendall Jenner plans to build a spirits empire
The A-lister debuts on the Forbes 30 Under 30 this year while attempting a transition from model to mogul. Can Jenner’s 818 Tequila stand out in the crowded celebrity spirits space?
From Fintech’s top founders to Wall Street’s best Dealmakers: US 30 under 30 finance for 2024
During a challenging year for startups and financial institutions, these entrepreneurs, traders and investors are navigating tough terrain and making an outsized impact.