The Challenges Facing the Future of the Apple Store
Investing

The Challenges Facing the Future of the Apple Store

This month marks the release of the paperback edition of “How NOT to Invest.” To highlight this publication, an excerpt reflects on a Business Week story from 25 years ago, exploring critical issues surrounding Apple's retail strategy.

May 20, 2026 5 min read
BNPL Integrates into Conversational Commerce
Investing

BNPL Integrates into Conversational Commerce

Affirm and Klarna are integrating Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) services directly into Google’s Gemini, signaling a shift in shopping dynamics from traditional search bars to conversational interfaces. The role of the checkout button is evolving as payment options become more embedded in consumer interactions.

May 18, 2026 5 min read