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They Spent Millions to Keep Their Dream Cruise Afloat. It Died Anyway.

Secrecy, debt and soaring fuel costs all contributed to the Odyssey’s downfall. Here’s an inside look at how the “endless cruise” unraveled.

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The Odyssey, docked last week in Cambodia. Its main lender has since taken control of the ship.

Biden’s Antitrust Enforcers Are Starting an A.I. Legal Company

Jonathan Kanter and Doha Mekki, who led the Justice Department’s antitrust division under President Biden, have co-founded a start-up that makes an A.I. tool for litigators.

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From left, Doha Mekki and Jonathan Kanter, the founders of FluxCap, with Marshall Seid, the company’s chief technology officer, in Washington.

Former ‘60 Minutes’ Boss to Join Video Journalism Start-Up

Bill Owens, who left the show after clashing with CBS executives, is joining Newpress, which publishes work from creators on YouTube.

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Bill Owens, the former executive producer of “60 Minutes,” will start at Newpress in March.

A.I. and New Rules for Accounting Are an Opportunity for Start-Ups

Pennylane, a French company, has gained market share in its home country by helping accountants work with clients. It’s aiming to expand internationally.

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Quentin de Metz, left, and Arthur Waller, two of the founders of the French software start-up Pennylane. The company pitches itself as a digital partner to accountants.
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