OpenAI Collaborates with Construction Unions to Aid Growth of AI Infrastructure

OpenAI Partners with Building Trades Union for Data Center Expansion On Wednesday, OpenAI, led by CEO Sam Altman, announced a new partnership with the North American Building Trades Union (NABTU). This move is part of a broader strategy to ramp up data center construction across the United States. OpenAI’s collaboration with NABTU is seen as […]
Federal judge permits Trump’s White House ballroom construction to move forward, denies attempt to stop the project

Judge Allows Trump’s Ballroom Project at the White House to Proceed A federal judge has dismissed a preservation group’s effort to halt President Donald Trump’s proposed $400 million ballroom project planned for the east wing of the White House. On Thursday, U.S. District Judge Richard J. Leon ruled against the National Trust for Historic Preservation […]
Trump celebrates as judge permits ballroom construction

Trump Wins Approval for White House Ballroom Construction President Trump celebrated a win on Thursday as a federal judge permitted his administration to proceed with the construction of the ambitious $400 million ballroom at the White House. U.S. District Judge Richard Leon, a George W. Bush appointee, ruled that the project did not breach federal […]
Construction of a new 55-story World Trade Center building is set to start 25 years after the 9/11 attacks

New Construction Set for World Trade Center’s Last Tower Nearly twenty-five years after the original twin towers fell, New York City’s final tower at the World Trade Center is poised to begin construction this spring, according to Governor Kathy Hochul. Hochul announced the news alongside American Express, which recently stated that it aims to “enhance […]
Judge questions the president’s authority for the White House construction project.

Trump’s Proposed Banquet Hall at the White House Under Scrutiny As President Donald Trump moves forward with plans for a new banquet hall at the White House, federal judge Richard Leon has asked Justice Department attorneys to clarify the president’s authority regarding construction projects at the residence. The judge’s inquiry raised questions such as, “What […]
Expansion of AI infrastructure increases wages for construction workers, says Nvidia CEO

Eddie Gabour to Discuss Bull Market on Varney & Company Eddie Gabour, a co-founder of Key Advisors Wealth Management, is set to appear on Varney & Company. He intends to explain his perspective on why he thinks the U.S. economy is moving towards a robust bull market, even as Wall Street sends out mixed signals. […]
Construction of New York wind farm can move forward after judge ends Trump-related hold

Empire Wind Project Resumes After Court Ruling A significant offshore wind power initiative in New York can now proceed after a federal judge lifted the Trump administration’s shutdown order. This decision arose from concerns that further delays would severely impact the project. U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols granted a preliminary injunction against a December 22 […]
Trump inspects ballroom construction at the White House during an oil meeting

Trump Meets Oil Executives, Updates On White House Ballroom During a meeting with around 20 prominent oil executives on Friday, President Donald Trump took a moment to step away and check on the ongoing construction of the White House ballroom. “It’s great to welcome some of the most respected figures in the oil and gas […]
Business Summary: Bank of Hawai‘i recognized, new shops opening at Kings’ Shops, construction industry awards

Here’s some business news from Hawaii Island and the state: Bank of Hawaii Recognized Among America’s Top Regional Banks and Credit Unions Bank of Hawaii has received a prestigious five-star rating from Newsweek magazine in its 2026 round-up of America’s Best Regional Banks and Credit Unions. This recognition highlights institutions that are truly making a […]
North Korea Tests Cruise Missiles and Displays Its Nuclear-Powered Submarine Construction

North Korea’s Long-Range Cruise Missile Test North Korea’s leader, Kim Jong Un, oversaw a long-range cruise missile test aimed at maintaining the country’s nuclear capabilities, according to state media on Monday. This missile launch occurred shortly after Kim’s visit to a construction site, where North Korea claims to be building a nuclear-powered submarine. This move […]