The Future of Krispy Kreme May Depend on More Than Doughnuts

From Cheddar. Krispy Kreme bets on grocery, retail, and global expansion to fuel growth as investors watch whether its turnaround strategy is finally working. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

GameStop Eyes Ebay In Shocking Takeover Twist

From Cheddar. This week on Big Business, we break down a wave of major corporate shakeups from reports that GameStop may be eyeing a surprise bid for eBay, to growing signs of a potential turnaround at Intel as Apple explores new U.S.-based chip partnerships. We also cover the shutdown of Spirit Airlines after years of…

Some technology was built to last forever🥁🎻

From Cheddar. James, the collector behind Mechanical Music Man, has devoted his life to 1900s hand-wound mobile instruments, artifacts from an era when music was something you wound up, set in motion, and let fill the room. No algorithms. Just gears, springs, and melodies that have hand carved into cardboards. Credit @mechanicalmusicman #music #history #invention

The “World’s Oldest Intern” Speaks: William Shatner on Learning, Humility, And Starting Fresh

From Cheddar. William Shatner and LifeWave CEO David Schmidt share lessons from his “world’s oldest intern” experience and offer advice for young professionals starting out. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

They come with modular wheels now😭🤖⛸️

From Cheddar. Unitree dropped the latest footage of its G1 humanoid pulling off 360-degree turns, one-leg spins, and front flips — first on wheels, then rollerblades, then ice skates. Three locomotion modes with no zero CGI. Could you see applications this feature would be good for? #humanoid #ai #unitree #china

The Verdict That Could Change Live Music Forever

From Cheddar. The Live Nation ruling is in. Diana Moss of the Progressive Policy Institute joins us to unpack what it means for competition, consumers, and live music. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

Are these googly eyes getting the big tip?👀🚗🍔

From Cheddar. Last Fall 2025, Doordash unveiled Dot, the first commercial autonomous delivery robot built to travel seamlessly on bike lanes, roads, sidewalks, and driveways, specifically designed for local delivery. Dot is developed entirely in-house by DoorDash Labs and integrates with their new Autonomous Delivery Platform, which acts as an AI dispatcher — matching each…

Doing your own chores? that’s so 2025🤖

From Cheddar. Reflex Robotics, founded by a team of MIT alumni, is building a general-purpose humanoid designed to automate warehouse and factory work. Rather than bipedal legs, they use a wheeled base, which they claim is 2–3x cheaper, enables 5x longer battery life (16+ hours), and is passively stable. The robots are vertically integrated, designed…

Puff, Puff… Pause? Industry Leaders Talk Cannabis Consolidation

From Cheddar. This 4/20, as cannabis shifts from rapid growth to tougher realities, Curaleaf’s president breaks down pricing pressure, regulation, and what’s next. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

Not the WD-40 break for those knees🦿😭

From Cheddar. Another major event showcasing China’s rapid advances in robotics technology happened this weekend. This year’s Beijing E-Town Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon put on a spectacle. Nonetheless, the competition was not without its hiccups. Some robots fell just feet from the starting line, others crashed into barriers, and teams battled issues with overheating motors and…

From Chaos to Comeback: The Wild Week That Has Investors on Edge

From Cheddar. This week on Big Business, Justine Miller reports from the NYSE as markets swing wildly in response to geopolitical shocks and a surprise Iran ceasefire. Joined by Barron’s reporter Sabrina Escobar, the conversation dives into whether the latest rally reflects real confidence or just short-term relief. We also unpack the high-stakes outlook for…

A New Direction for NYC? Inside Mamdani’s First 100 Days

From Cheddar. Emma Goldberg, reporter at The New York Times, breaks down Mayor Mamdani’s first 100 days and what it means for NYC’s economy, businesses, and future. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

A breakthrough invention that was flawed🧤😕 #tech #invention

From Cheddar. A pair of gloves promised to bridge the gap between the Deaf and hearing worlds, but they came with a few critical flaws…🧤😕 The SignAloud gloves were invented by two University of Washington sophomores, Navid Azodi and Thomas Pryor, winning a $10,000 Lemelson-MIT Student Prize in 2016. Each glove uses sensors to track…

The Business of Snack Nostalgia, A Favorite Returns!

From Cheddar. Dan Fachner, CEO of J&J Snack Foods, shares how Dippin’ Dots is returning to stores and how the company is innovating for summer snack demand. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

AGIBOT A3 self-packing🤖 #humanoid #robot #ai

From Cheddar. Despite its impressive, human-like capabilities, the AGIBOT Expedition A3 has quite an ‘un-human’ — and rather quirky — way of packing itself up🤖😵‍💫 The AGIBOT A3 is a full-size humanoid robot priced at $45,000, built not for heavy industry, but for the spotlight. Engineered for dynamic movement and real-time balance, its flexible, human-like…

Artemis II: Humanity’s Next Giant Leap Toward the Moon

From Cheddar. Colonel Chris Hadfield, astronaut and best-selling author, breaks down Artemis II and why NASA’s next crewed mission is key to returning humans to the Moon. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe

America’s Offices Sit Empty Despite RTO Mandates

From Cheddar. Emily Peck, National Correspondent at Axios, explains why office vacancies hit 21% despite RTO pushes, highlighting a lasting shift in how Americans work. Connect with Cheddar! On Facebook: https://facebook.com/cheddar On Instagram: https://instagram.com/cheddar On the web: https://cheddar.com In your inbox: https://need2know.cheddar.com/subscribe