Super Early Bird pricing for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is ending soon. The final day to secure early rates is February 27 at 11:59 p.m. PT, giving you just six days to save up to $680 on individual passes or 30% on community passes. This year, the event will take place from October 13-15 at San […]
AI technology in the APAC retail sector is evolving, moving from mere analytics and pilot programs into full-scale workflows and daily operations. This shift is driven by factors such as dense urban populations, high employee turnover, and the need for rapid service in competitive quick-commerce markets. According to a survey by GlobalData conducted in Q4 […]
The creator economy is rapidly evolving, with ad revenue no longer serving as the sole financial lifeline for many creators. YouTubers are diversifying by launching product lines, acquiring startups, and building business empires that go beyond traditional media. For instance, MrBeast’s company recently acquired the fintech startup Step, and his chocolate business has outperformed his […]
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve, discussions around its impact on the workforce are increasingly prevalent. Attendees at the recent Web Summit Qatar shared insights on this topic, particularly around the roles of human employees in the face of advancing AI technologies. David Shim, CEO of Read AI, a company specializing in meeting notetaking […]
For financial leaders, the time for experimentation with generative AI has ended; 2026 marks a shift toward operational integration. Initial efforts focused on content generation and enhancing isolated workflows. Now, the goal is to industrialize these capabilities, allowing AI agents to autonomously execute processes within well-defined governance structures. This transition presents challenges in architecture and […]
Apple is reportedly expanding its efforts in the AI wearable market, following a recent report from The Information about a new device resembling an AirTag-sized pendant equipped with cameras that can be clipped to clothing. Bloomberg has since confirmed that Apple is accelerating the development of this AI-powered pendant while also advancing two additional products: […]
Gabriel Vasquez, a partner at Andreessen Horowitz, recently mentioned that he took nine flights from New York City to Stockholm in just one year. His trips aimed to scout out future unicorns in Sweden, highlighting a strong interest in international investment. One notable outcome of his travels was the firm’s recent investment in Dentio, a […]
Neysa, an Indian AI infrastructure startup, has received significant backing from U.S. private equity firm Blackstone as India intensifies its efforts to develop homegrown AI capabilities. In this partnership, Blackstone and other investors plan to inject up to $600 million in primary equity into Neysa, which will grant Blackstone a majority stake. Additionally, Neysa is […]
Elon Musk’s xAI is reportedly moving towards a less safety-conscious approach, as indicated by recent departures within the company. According to a former employee who spoke with The Verge, Musk is “actively” working to make the Grok chatbot “more unhinged.” This shift has come into focus following the announcement that SpaceX is acquiring xAI, which […]
An operational AI forecasting model created by researchers at Hertfordshire University aims to enhance resource efficiency within the healthcare sector. Public sector organizations often accumulate vast amounts of historical data that do not effectively inform future decision-making. To tackle this challenge, the University of Hertfordshire collaborated with local NHS health bodies, employing machine learning to […]