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[in-duh-stree] / ˈɪn də stri /




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In tests, many driverless trucks have what the industry calls “a safety driver” riding in the cab who can take over if there are emergencies or glitches.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

However, some Hollywood veterans point out that the industry has fought over technology before.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2026

China’s own automotive industry took off, inspired by the success of Musk’s vision for the electrified automobile.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026

Sure, that’s in part to maintain a competitive edge in an ever-techified entertainment industry.

From Slate ● Oct. 16, 2026

The surest way to attract structured finance business was to accept the assumptions of the structured finance industry.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis

Kim said he wants USC to build strong partnerships with Los Angeles industries, including entertainment, biotechnology, sports and “the new space economy.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 16, 2026

Nashville has long been home to some of the most recognizable names in R&B and country music, but over the last few years, celebrities from a variety of industries have flocked to the Music City.

From MarketWatch ● Oct. 16, 2026

Spending in I.T. and AI-related industries contributed around 65% of business investment in the U.K. in the second quarter, Barclays economists said in a report.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

Intuit said its latest acquisition could expand its businesses into new industries.

From Barron's ● Oct. 15, 2026

Poultry was one of the biggest industries supporting the economy of Georgia, but that didn’t stop many people who did not work with poultry from looking down on those who did.

From "Kira-Kira" by Cynthia Kadohata


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