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Despite the rise of pay transparency laws, many companies struggle to justify their salary decisions, leading to persistent pay gaps. Experts at a Fortune summit highlighted that the core issue is not a lack of shared pay information, but an inability to explain the rationale behind compensation. This inconsistency, often stemming from daily hiring and retention decisions that override strategic pay philosophies, results in employees not understanding their pay, and a widening gender pay gap. AI

Eisen, a startup focused on helping individuals recover unclaimed funds held by state governments, has secured $10 million in Series A funding led by MissionOG. The company's service assists financial platforms in managing escheatment, a process where dormant assets are turned over to the state, and aims to reunite customers with their money. Eisen is particularly focused on the burgeoning issue of unclaimed cryptocurrency assets, which are increasingly being treated as escheatable property by states. AI

OpenAI is employing a "reverse federalism" strategy by lobbying state legislatures to enact AI safety laws. This approach, spearheaded by top lobbyist Chris Lehane, aims to establish de facto national AI standards. The company has already seen success in California and New York, with Illinois being the next state targeted for similar legislation. AI

SpaceX is preparing for its initial public offering, which is anticipated to be the largest in U.S. history, potentially raising $80 billion and valuing the company at $1.5 trillion. However, the company's IPO filing reveals a corporate governance structure heavily favoring founder Elon Musk, granting him super-majority voting rights through a dual-class share system. This structure would allow Musk to retain 79% control despite owning only 42% of the equity, and effectively makes it impossible for shareholders to remove him from his leadership positions. AI

New York is on the verge of banning potassium bromate, an additive used in flour for pizza crusts and bagels, due to health concerns. This potential ban has divided bakers, with some fearing it will fundamentally alter iconic New York baked goods and increase costs. Others welcome the ban, citing health benefits and the potential for improved dough fermentation and quality. AI