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Google and Apple reportedly warn employees on visas to avoid international travel

Google and Apple have advised employees requiring visa stamps to avoid international travel due to extended visa processing times. Memos from BAL Immigration Law and Fragomen, representing Google and Apple respectively, highlight potential delays. The State Department is prioritizing thorough vetting of visa cases. Additionally, new social media vetting requirements have led to canceled or rescheduled U.S. embassy appointments for Indian professionals. Both companies previously warned of a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applications.

TechCrunch·
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GOOGL
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AAPL
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GOOGL
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AAPL
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‘It felt so wrong’: Colin Angle on iRobot, the FTC, and the Amazon deal that never was

iRobot filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Amazon's $1.7 billion acquisition was blocked by the FTC and European regulators. Founder Colin Angle criticizes the regulatory process, calling it a tragedy for consumers and a chilling message to entrepreneurs. He reflects on the lengthy investigation and its impact on iRobot's operations, expressing frustration over the regulatory opposition that hindered innovation and consumer choice.

TechCrunch·
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IRBT
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AMZN
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TechCrunch·
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IRBT
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AMZN
+0.26%

Meta's 'Highest-Paid' Employee Is Reportedly Unhappy With Zuckerberg

Meta's AI expert Alexandr Wang is reportedly unhappy with CEO Mark Zuckerberg's micromanagement, feeling it hinders AI project progress. Wang joined Meta after it acquired a 49% stake in his startup for over $14 billion. Internal discord at Meta includes layoffs, high-level departures, and rushed AI product launches. Despite challenges, Zuckerberg remains committed to AI investment. Meta disputes some report elements, citing misleading public leaderboards and policy issues. Wang's dissatisfaction could impact Meta's AI projects.

benzinga_article·
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META
-0.85%
benzinga_article·
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META
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Nike Showed How To Profit From Earnings Trades

Nike recently reported stellar earnings, beating expectations by 43%, yet the stock dropped. Traders using the Ghost Prints method capitalized on this by identifying institutional put options positioning, which created downside pressure. A butterfly spread strategy was used to neutralize volatility skew, resulting in a 140% overnight return. The key lesson is to focus on positioning for amplified moves rather than predicting earnings results.

Talkmarkets·
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NKE
-10.54%
Talkmarkets·
US
NKE
-10.54%

Key facts: Disney VP reports share change; new theme park in Abu Dhabi

On December 19, 2025, Disney VP Woodford Brent reported a change in ownership, now holding 54,985 shares after surrendering some to cover option costs and taxes.1Disney plans to build a new theme park in Abu Dhabi, joining other attractions like Formula One and Ferrari, as Middle Eastern nations boost tourism to diversify their economies.2

TradingView·
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DIS
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TradingView·
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DIS
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