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Blackstone Could Take More Companies Private, As IPOs Turn Bust

Instead of announcing the arrival of a dealmaking bonanza, Blackstone CEO Steve Schwarzman stressed the importance of “patience” during the firm’s earnings call. Schwarzman, who is a Trump donor and was a first-term trade emissary, said that the markets are waiting to see the “outcome of unprecedented multilateral negotiations with…

The tricky challenge federal workers face pivoting into the private sector

Layoffs led by DOGE have pushed thousands of federal workers into the job market.Job seekers with government experience might want to focus on skills that are valuable to companies.Be ready to share ways you’ve succeeded in your work, a career expert told BI.Federal workers hoping to jump into the private…

‘BS and hype’: Amazon execs cast doubt on Microsoft’s quantum-computing claims in private discussions

Amazon executives are skeptical about Microsoft’s quantum computing breakthrough claims.One Amazon exec called it “next level (in BS and hype).” Recent quantum announcements by tech giants may be more hype than substance, other experts suggest.Microsoft claimed a major quantum computing breakthrough last month. Amazon executives aren’t buying it.On February 19,…

Why 3 private space missions are on their way to the moon right now

Intuitive Machines, Firefly Aerospace, and ispace are all on their way to attempt a moon landing.Three private missions at once is notable, and it’s just the beginning of the moon opening for business.Here’s why three companies are flying to the moon right now.Three companies are flying missions to land on…