The $2.4 Billion Illusion How AI Giants Are Rewriting Acquisition Rules Through Strategic Dismantling When OpenAI’s $3 billion Windsurf acquisition collapsed, Google DeepMind swooped in with a $2.4 billion deal that split the company three ways. CEO Varun Mohan made…
Introduction Social contract theory has its origins in prominent Enlightenment thinkers like Hobbes, Locke and Rousseau, who proposed that moral and political obligations of individuals arise from agreements made between members of society. This centuries-old concept still carries relevance today.…
But, why do some thrive during change, while others fizzle out? So, let’s dive into something pretty interesting today. We’re going to talk about this concept called “anomie” and why it’s super important, especially when businesses go through big changes.…
In the annals of marketing history, few campaigns showcase the paradox of brilliant tactical execution versus strategic market positioning quite like Sony’s 2013 Walkman campaign in New Zealand. This case study offers profound insights into the complexities of product evolution,…
In the competitive landscape of global business, a profound truth often emerges: being first doesn’t guarantee market leadership. This principle, while counterintuitive, has repeatedly proven itself across industries, from technology to consumer goods. Perhaps no case study illustrates this phenomenon…
In an era of unprecedented business complexity, where artificial intelligence reshapes industries and global uncertainties abound, modern leaders are turning to timeless Eastern philosophies for guidance. These ancient wisdom traditions offer powerful metaphors that resonate surprisingly well with contemporary business…
In an era where startup founders race toward IPOs and companies constantly chase shareholder value, one of India’s largest food companies stands apart. With annual revenue exceeding ₹80,000 crore ($9.6 billion), Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (GCMMF), better known as…
