
Threat of OpenAI staff exodus leaves its future uncertain
New York Times: More than 700 of OpenAI’s staff members say they might go to Microsoft.

Strewth! Sweet tooth imports rise but NZ trade deficit slims down
Metal adds a lustre to export but China trade tumbles.

This shop offering staff unlimited holidays and sick leave
No one has yet abused the unlimited annual leave, shop's managing director said.

'They are bypassing us': Coromandel businesses fear summer drop-off
The only access to the cove remains by boat or kayak.

Saudi Arabia-backed mixed martial arts league challenges UFC with Bellator deal
Financial Times: Acquisition as kingdom seeks to bolster its global presence in sports.

Microsoft hires Sam Altman hours after OpenAI rejects his return as CEO
New OpenAI chief executive promises to investigate Altman's firing.

Property Insider: Iwi keen to acquire $125m Epsom campus
The university 'has profited enormously off our gifts of land since 1840', the iwi says.

Can alternative investments help you ride out volatile sharemarkets?
OPINION: It can be tough to see investors get the jitters and bail out.

Kiwibank lifts short term home loan rates as pressure builds on homeowners
Homeowners are still facing increasing mortgage rates.

'Deeply saddened': Why key Supie investor pulled her support
'I invested my time, expertise and significant sums of money,' says angel investor.

Rodney Wayne fires up migration debate after hair salon troubles
The businessman says shambolic migration and makeshift salons have caused serious damage.

Te Kauwhata wine company takes top honours in Waikato Business Awards
Annual Waikato Business Awards winners have been announced.

Supermarket giant ditches self-checkout for staffed tills
A grocery giant has opened up about why they're making the big move.

Liam Dann: Say cheese... how we’re winning the war on inflation
OPINION: All the news about inflation was good last week - but one product stands out.

As it happened: OpenAI’s Altman axing, apparent 180
It's being called the most dramatic moment in tech since Steve Jobs left Apple.

Nasty loan surprise: Ombudsman's warning over Xmas ‘payment holidays’
A motorist's nasty loan surprise could be a lesson to others.

Markets with Madison: OpenAI axes Altman
OpenAI axed chief executive Sam Altman, leading its President Greg Brockman to quit. Here’s all the events that led to the surprise sacking and his potential comeback. Video / NZ Herald / Getty / AP

Ruchir Sharma: China’s rise is reversing
Financial Times: Past two years see biggest drop in China's share of global GDP since Mao.

Kiwi townhouse rental owner wins apology from global accommodation giant
A $182b online booking service says sorry after payment problems.

Refurb scheme aims to deliver 20,000 ex-corporate laptops to students
The initiative will also address New Zealand's lousy e-waste record.

Cooking the Books: Why ignoring your KiwiSaver could cost you $88,000
Sticking with a provider that isn’t doing so well could cost you big time.

Not a Rocket Lab - what new fund wants to see in start-ups
The new venture is looking for early-stage firms who show promise in creating a brand.

The Kiwi shoe company using cactus leather
Entrepreneur on taking his family's Kiwi footwear legacy from Lower Hutt to California.

Simon Pound on a new venture capital fund
Previously Unavailable managing partner Simon Pound on a new venture capital fund that takes a brand-based approach to investing. Video / Corey Fleming

Tangaroa College students get refurbished laptops via Quadrent, BNZ, Te Puni
Pupils at Ōtara's Tangaroa College are among the recipients of refurbished corporate laptops under a new scheme run by Quadrent, BNZ, Te Puni Kōkiri and others. Video / Quadrent

New Zealand's most controversial marina opens today
About 60 boats are booked to be in to Kennedy Point marina before Christmas.

The Ex-Files: My ex says his business wasn’t profitable, but he’s just bought a new Tesla
"He has also replaced most items of his wardrobe with new clothes."

Minister of Trade makes direct pitch to US President Joe Biden
Damien O’Connor's pitch was said to have piqued the US President’s interest.

Christopher Niesche: A lesson for Optus - don’t mock your customers
A handy crisis management tip.