Susan Moreno+FollowAMD’s $1B move is changing RockdaleA $1 billion data center deal is about to turn Rockdale, Texas, into a major tech hotspot. AMD, a global chip leader, is teaming up with Riot Platforms to anchor a massive new campus on the old Alcoa smelting site. This isn’t just another business deal—Rockdale, once known for coal and aluminum, is getting a fresh start with high-tech jobs, solar manufacturing, and even new homes and shops on the way. It’s wild to think how a small town could become a key player in the world of AI and cloud computing. How do you feel about this transformation? #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Rockdale00Share
Kim Reeves+FollowHow Indian AI Is Making App-Building EasyHere’s your coffee break scoop: Indian startup Emergent just bagged $70 million from big names like SoftBank and Khosla Ventures. What’s cool? They’re making it way easier for anyone—not just techies—to build apps and maybe even start their own side hustle. The big shift: software creation is going mainstream, so your next business idea could be just a few clicks away. Watch this space if you’ve ever dreamed of launching an app without learning to code! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #AI00Share
Keith Bass+FollowBabybel’s New Wrapper: Same Wax, Greener Snack!Heads up, cheese lovers! Babybel is swapping out its usual plastic-y wrapper for a paper one, but don’t worry—the iconic red wax you love to peel isn’t going anywhere. This eco-friendly move means your snack is getting a sustainability upgrade, with paper wrappers rolling out worldwide by 2027. So next time you toss a Babybel in your lunch bag, you can feel a little better about the planet, too. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #SustainableSnacking00Share
Kim Reeves+FollowNetflix vs Paramount: Who Gets Your Wrestling Nights?Grab your coffee—Hollywood’s got drama! Netflix just upped its bid to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, hoping to outmaneuver Paramount. If the deal goes through, AEW wrestling fans can relax: your favorite matches will keep streaming on HBO Max (for now). But if Netflix merges with HBO Max, things could get messy—think switching streaming apps mid-match. The future of your binge nights is still up in the air, so keep your remote handy! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Netflix00Share
gordonangela+FollowNathan’s Hot Dogs Get a New Boss—Here’s Why It MattersGuess what? The folks behind Nathan’s Famous hot dogs just got a $450 million buyout from Smithfield Foods. That means your next ballpark dog or backyard BBQ bite could have a new parent company behind it. The real twist? Smithfield already made Nathan’s dogs, but now they own the whole show. For hot dog fans, not much changes—unless you’re Joey Chestnut, who might see his checks come from a new place! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #NathanFamous00Share
Vanessa Brown+FollowWould You Pay for a Car That Reads the Road?Mercedes is giving its S-Class a serious glow-up for its 140th birthday—think of it as the ultimate tech and comfort upgrade for your daily drive. Over half the car’s parts are new or improved, and it’s getting smarter: the S-Class can now share road info with other cars to smooth out bumps before you even feel them. Plus, it’s prepping for hands-off driving in the future. If you want a car that feels like a rolling five-star lounge and thinks ahead, this is it. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #MercedesBenz10Share
Robert Evans+FollowReddit’s Cofounder: No Regrets, New Digs at DiggHere’s a hot take for your coffee break: Alexis Ohanian, the guy who helped start Reddit, says he doesn’t miss running the show—at all. He’s now teaming up to reboot Digg, Reddit’s old rival, promising a feed that’s more about what you actually follow and less about what an algorithm thinks you’ll click. Translation: you might finally get a social feed that feels less like a slot machine and more like your favorite group chat. #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Reddit00Share
Robert Evans+FollowAmazon Prices Creeping Up? Here’s WhyNoticed your Amazon cart total creeping up? Amazon’s CEO says it’s not just you—tariffs are finally hitting prices as sellers run out of old, cheaper stock. Some sellers are eating the extra costs, but others are passing them on to us. So, if you spot a price jump on your go-to items, it’s probably the tariff effect kicking in. Might be time to shop around or stock up when you see a deal! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #Amazon00Share
Robert Evans+FollowBig changes for Vestavia Hills accountingJackson Thornton just acquired the long-standing Jackson, Howard & Whatley CPA firm in Vestavia Hills, which means local clients now have access to a much wider range of financial services—everything from tax help to business consulting and tech advice. With this move, a trusted neighborhood firm is joining forces with one of Alabama’s top-ranked accounting groups, bringing even more expertise right to our community. How do you feel about local businesses merging with larger firms? Does it make you feel more secure, or do you worry about losing that personal touch? #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #VestaviaHills00Share
Susan Moreno+FollowWould You Want a Piece of Your Company?Here’s a cool twist: GMS Agency, a big player in sports and culture marketing, just handed over the keys—well, the majority ownership—to its employees. Instead of selling out to outsiders, they’re letting the people who make the magic happen own a slice of the pie. This means the folks running your campaigns or events are now even more invested in your success. Imagine if your job gave you a real stake in the company’s future! #Business #EntrepreneurshipStartup #EmployeeOwnership00Share
