News Summary

• Interest in entrepreneurship appears to be rising in the US, with new business applications already up by more than 450,000 in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year.
• Business Insider asked three sets of AI startup cofounders what early conversations have led to successful partnerships.
• They shared the key elements of their early agreements, along with what they'd put in their ideal "cofounder prenup." Their words have been edited for length and clarity..
• Agree on what being committed means for you.
• Define different exit scenarios early.
• Build a calm, realistic plan to recover from job loss and move toward your next role.