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Trump’s ambassador nominee to Hungary faces scrutiny as his nursing home sues the administration over a $31 million Medicare overpayment dispute. Benjamin Landa, a major donor to pro-Trump causes, co-owns the facility accused of billing violations. The lawsuit adds to existing legal challenges against homes connected to Landa, raising questions about his nomination. Critics argue his selection rewards a nursing home owner with a controversial track record.

Microsoft announces a major HR overhaul to boost adaptability in the AI era, including leadership changes and a new focus on scaling for change. The restructure merges key teams like engineering HR and creates new roles to accelerate talent and culture initiatives. This shift follows recent performance review changes and a stricter industry trend, aiming to streamline operations for over 220,000 employees.

Epic Games announces massive layoffs of over 1,000 employees, citing financial strain from Fortnite’s engagement downturn. CEO Tim Sweeney details cost-cutting measures exceeding $500 million, alongside the closure of several game modes. The studio aims to stabilize operations despite industry-wide challenges and unique hurdles in maintaining Fortnite’s seasonal success. Affected employees will receive severance and extended healthcare benefits as the company navigates this restructuring.

Get ready for the 2026 MotoGP season, streaming live in the US on Fox Sports starting March 1. Watch as Marc Márquez defends his title and a thrilling brotherly rivalry unfolds with Álex Márquez. Don’t miss the calendar shake-up, including Brazil’s return and Silverstone’s move back to August.

Nebius, the AI infrastructure startup born from Yandex, is scaling with a $27B Meta deal and a unique hyperscaler strategy. CEO Arkady Volozh explains the ‘four Cs’ bottlenecking the AI boom: capacity, capital, chips, and customers. The company is building its entire AI stack to capture margin and compete as a fourth major cloud player. Discover how Nebius is turning massive contracts into fuel for its long-term AI cloud ambitions.

Amid a legal battle with the Pentagon, Anthropic is launching a new internal think tank and shaking up its leadership. The newly formed Anthropic Institute will focus on the large-scale societal impacts of AI, from jobs to national security. This strategic shift comes as the company faces potential revenue risks and increasing pressure to go public.

Pete Hegseth openly demands pro-war propaganda from CNN, revealing the right’s plan to control U.S. media. His criticism backfired when his own Pentagon report confirmed the Iran conflict had „intensified.” This highlights the movement’s push for outlets like CNN to become right-wing cheerleaders under owners like Larry Ellison. However, America’s size and diversity may thwart their attempts to replicate authoritarian media models.

As AI data centers expand, robot dogs are stepping into security and inspection roles. Companies like Boston Dynamics and Ghost Robotics are deploying these mechanical quadrupeds to patrol vast campuses and monitor critical equipment. With a typical ROI within two years, these tireless bots offer a cost-effective alternative to human guards for 24/7 surveillance. The booming data center construction market presents a major new opportunity for robotic security solutions.

Minnesota’s proposed age-verification law, HF1434, isn’t about protecting kids—it’s about government control and censorship. As Rep. Leigh Finke warned, these bills are being weaponized to restrict LGBTQ+ youth from accessing vital information and community online. The broad coalition of anti-LGBTQ+ groups backing these laws reveals their true intent: to police sexuality and silence marginalized voices under the guise of child safety.

At a major Miami hedge fund conference, the buzz wasn’t about real estate—it was about a viral US hockey team appearance, underscoring the city’s role as a glamorous getaway, not yet a true industry home. While finance heavyweights like Citadel have planted flags and high-rises dot the skyline, the core of investing power remains firmly in New York and Silicon Valley. Attendees flocked to back-to-back meetings in air-conditioned halls, all while lamenting Northeast blizzards and high taxes, yet planning their returns. The week revealed a telling dichotomy: Miami offers sun and spectacle for conferences, but the capital and talent still flow through traditional hubs.