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Nassim Taleb argues that AI-driven disruption will lead to bankruptcies among software firms and erase gains accrued by the market leaders of the last several years, as a broader set of winners emerges. He also warns that tail risks are underpriced and that tech-related pain could spread to other sectors as investors reassess the risk landscape.
The S&P 500 hovers near a record high as markets churn beneath the surface, with AI prompting investors to rethink every business model amid ongoing disruption and geopolitical drama that hasn’t yet moved the index.
AlixPartners' Michelle Miller argues AI-driven disruption is forcing software companies to rethink growth, pricing, governance, and data security; while many organizations pilot AI tools, most proofs-of-concept won’t reach production, and winning firms will reinvent workflows and business models, with mid-market software M&A expected to rise 30–40% year-over-year in 2026.
The Economist argues the recent sell‑off in enterprise software shares (SAP, ServiceNow, Salesforce, Workday) is mainly driven by macro headwinds and slower post‑pandemic software investment, not an imminent AI apocalypse. While AI coding tools and AI‑native startups pose risks, incumbents may benefit from scale, stickiness, and the ability to spread AI development costs across many customers; price declines could even boost overall software spending as AI productivity improves. The ultimate outcome depends on whether AI raises or reduces the cost of software and how quickly incumbents monetize those gains versus new entrants.
U.S. airlines issued travel waivers and automatic rebooking options as a major winter storm forecast to bring heavy snow, ice and freezing rain disrupts travel across about two dozen states, prompting delays, cancellations and advice for travelers to monitor status and use apps to rebook.
Two men interrupted former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema at a Salt Lake City policy summit, claiming an affair with her; security escorted them out and the panel resumed as Sinema and Gov. Spencer Cox discussed disruption in politics and the economy, amid a related lawsuit against Sinema.
A blackout in Ukraine has left 1 million people without power amid freezing weather, highlighting ongoing energy challenges in the region.
Minneapolis Public Schools canceled classes for the week after U.S. Border Patrol agents disrupted school dismissal at Roosevelt High School with confrontations, arrests, and chemical agents, raising safety concerns following a recent ICE-related killing.
Operations at Greek airports were temporarily halted due to radio communication issues at the main air traffic control center, causing delays and diversions, but no cyberattack was involved; some flights resumed later in the day.
Power issues and a stuck train caused significant disruptions in the Channel Tunnel, affecting Eurostar passenger services and vehicle shuttles between France and England, leading to stranded travelers and canceled trips during the holiday season.
Eurostar services between the UK and continental Europe were halted due to a power supply problem in the Channel Tunnel, causing major travel disruptions during the New Year season, with passengers advised to change plans and avoid station visits.
Eurostar suspended all train services between London and continental Europe, including Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels, due to a major power supply problem in the Channel Tunnel, causing significant delays and cancellations. Services are gradually restarting, but the issue remains unresolved, and passengers are advised to reschedule their trips.
Eurostar has advised passengers not to travel due to major disruptions caused by a power supply failure in the Channel Tunnel, leading to cancellations and severe delays on services between London and Paris, with additional delays reported at Folkestone and Calais terminals.
A severe winter storm named Johannes swept across the Nordic countries, causing one death in Sweden, widespread power outages affecting thousands, and significant transportation disruptions across Sweden, Finland, and Norway, with wind speeds nearing hurricane levels and hazardous conditions reported.
New York City experienced its heaviest snowfall in nearly four years, with over 4 inches in Central Park and up to 9 inches in the metropolitan region, causing flight disruptions and marking a significant weather event since early 2022.