Hasbro CEO: Time to Give AI a Seat at the D&D Game Table

Samuel Butler, a prominent figure in the Wall Street legal world, passed away at 94 in Manhattan. Known for his role in major mergers and acquisitions, including advising on deals like Squibb's sale to Bristol-Myers and Disney's takeover of Capital Cities, Butler was a respected lawyer at Cravath for 47 years. He also had a lasting friendship with Warren Buffett and was deeply involved in nonprofit work, notably serving on the New York Public Library...

U.S. oil prices on Tuesday retreated most of the gains made the day before following the implementation of a 10% tariff on Chinese imports by the U.S. and retaliatory measures by Beijing, sparking concerns about future demand. The escalation in trade tensions between the two countries raised uncertainty in the oil market, leading to a decrease in prices as investors grew wary of the impact on global economic growth and oil consumption. Full Article

Heathrow airport's long-contemplated third runway project may finally come to fruition as Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces government support, emphasizing the economic benefits of increased connectivity. However, political opposition from Labour and environmental concerns regarding emissions targets pose significant obstacles to the project's success. While Heathrow remains committed to the expansion, challenges related to construction, financing, and the overall impact on growth remain uncertain, prompting some experts to advocate for alternative strategies to boost air capacity...

Beijing retaliated against Donald Trump's tariffs on Chinese imports by imposing their own duties, targeting US products like LNG, cars, and rare metals. The measures, set to take effect on February 10, were seen as a move to avoid a full-blown trade war. China also announced an antitrust probe into Google. Despite the tensions, hopes for negotiations between Trump and President Xi Jinping remain. The Wall Street bank noted that Beijing blocked exports of several...

Beijing swiftly responded to President Trump's promised tariffs by announcing countermeasures, including additional tariffs on American imports and restrictions on critical minerals exports. The Chinese government also initiated an antimonopoly investigation into Google, while implementing tariffs on crude oil, agricultural equipment, and other products. Amid escalating tensions, both countries are engaging in retaliatory actions, signaling a potential long negotiation process ahead to resolve the trade dispute. Full Article

Entrepreneur contributors express their competitive nature and drive to excel in various aspects of life, including work at FutureFund. They discuss the importance of healthy competition, choosing to improve oneself rather than tear down rivals, and focusing on progress and self-defined success rather than comparing to others. Success is measured by continuous improvement and striving to be better each day, rather than solely focusing on external benchmarks. Full Article