VCPost's 2024 year in review highlights key business and policy stories that shaped global industries, from gas price legislation and corporate strikes to personal business issues.

Trump and Musk oppose a GOP funding bill, increasing the risk of a government shutdown while pushing for streamlined legislation without excess spending.

Global M&A deal values hit $3.1 trillion in 2024, driven by low interest rates and post-pandemic recovery, with Trump's potential policies sparking both hope and uncertainty.

Bitcoin reached a new high above $106,000 as investors anticipate a Federal Reserve interest rate cut, with Ethereum and the broader crypto market also seeing gains.

The Trump team may scrap Tesla-opposed crash-reporting rules, potentially altering vehicle safety regulation.

Despite the disruptive effects of Trump's upcoming tariffs on many industries, sectors like technology, financial services, healthcare, energy, and entertainment will remain largely unaffected.

C.H. Robinson's new CEO, Dave Bozeman, is tackling a freight recession, tariff uncertainty, and implementing a "lean" operating model, aiming to expand market share and leverage AI for operational efficiency.

Trump's agricultural policies can't fix the US beef industry's crisis caused by a shortage of cattle, rising costs, and worsening environmental conditions, with no recovery expected until 2027.

Trump's DOGE, led by Elon Musk, aims to streamline federal spending, modernize defense, and open opportunities for smaller tech firms in AI and autonomous systems.

Bitcoin breaks $100,000, driven by regulatory hopes and institutional support, while global stocks hit record highs and commodities show mixed trends.