Large corporations are increasingly avoiding the term “pilot” when discussing artificial intelligence (AI) initiatives, as the word has come to signal stalled progress rather than innovation. While companies continue to promote their AI ambitions, references to “pilots” on earnings calls fell about 18% in the fourth quarter of 2025 compared with the prior quarter, according…

Amazon plans to invest $12bn to build new data centers in northwest Louisiana, as part of its broader push to expand infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing demand. The project is expected to create 540 full-time jobs, alongside additional roles supporting construction and operations, including electricians and HVAC technicians. Amazon said it will…

Trade attorneys say the volume of cases seeking refunds for tariffs already imposed – more than 1,800 already – will likely surge after Supreme Court justices rejected the legal rationale behind an estimated $175bn in U.S. customs revenue since last April. The court ruled on Friday that President Donald Trump lacked authority to impose tariffs…

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has opened an investigation into automotive rules of origin under the United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA) to assess “impact on the U.S. economy,” competitiveness, and how the rules fit “recent technology changes.” USMCA requires 75% North American content for duty-free U.S. access, plus labor value rules requiring 40% of…

Edison International has announced a 40% reduction in executive bonuses in the light of the severe consequences of a Los Angeles-area wildfire that resulted in 19 fatalities and significant damage to over 10,000 structures. The decision comes after the company faced scrutiny for its role in the Eaton Fire, which lasted nearly four weeks in…

Eli Lilly plans to transform India into a key hub for its global supply chain, backed by a $1bn investment in contract manufacturing, as the sales of its weight-loss drug Mounjaro continue to surge. The company has introduced plans to export locally produced medications worldwide while also bringing other products, like the Alzheimer’s drug donanemab,…