A growing class of software promises something companies have wanted for decades. It reads everything customers say, the reviews and support tickets and app-store comments and social posts, and tells teams in plain language what it all adds up to. The timing helps the pitch. Survey response rates have slid
Artificial intelligence adoption among small businesses in the United States has reached 89 percent in 2026, according to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s annual small business survey, up from 58 percent in 2024 and 36 percent in 2023. The 53-percentage-point increase over three years represents one of the fastest technology
Amazon announced on August 25, 2026, that it will permanently shut down AWS Mechanical Turk on September 30, ending a 21-year-old crowdsourced labor platform that once connected more than 500,000 workers with businesses needing human judgment for tasks computers could not handle. The closure marks the end of a service
Google unveiled its full 2026 hardware lineup at the Made by Google event in New York City on August 12, introducing four Pixel 11 smartphones, the Pixel Watch 5, and the Pixel Tag, the company’s first Bluetooth tracker. Every device in the Pixel 11 family runs on the new Tensor
CoreWeave reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $2.58 billion on August 11, a 112% increase from a year earlier that beat the $2.56 billion LSEG consensus estimate. The AI cloud infrastructure provider also narrowed its adjusted loss to $1.03 per share against the $1.20 loss Wall Street had expected, while raising
Palantir Technologies reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $1.94 billion on August 4, a 93% increase over the same period in 2025, while raising its full-year revenue guidance by approximately $500 million. The stock surged roughly 29% in a single session, its second-largest daily gain on record, as the company’s AI-driven
Delivery Hero SE confirmed on July 14 that the Berlin-based food delivery company is engaged in advanced takeover negotiations with Uber Technologies, with the two companies aiming to finalize an agreement as soon as this week. Delivery Hero stated that any potential offer would be made to all shareholders but
Across industries that rely on heavy equipment and challenging terrain, workplace safety remains one of the most significant operational concerns. From forestry and vegetation management to land clearing and infrastructure maintenance, workers are often required to operate machinery in environments that present substantial risks. As robotics technology continues to advance,
For years, discussions about artificial intelligence revolved around potential. Reports projected economic gains. Executives spoke about transformation. Technology firms introduced increasingly capable systems. Yet inside many organizations, the reality looked far less dramatic. Teams were still searching documents manually. Employees were moving information between disconnected systems. Managers continued spending hours
Google’s June 2026 Android security update has put mobile data protection back in the spotlight. The release patches dozens of vulnerabilities across the operating system, including a high-severity zero-day under active, targeted exploitation. The flaw, tracked as CVE-2025-48595, is an elevation-of-privilege bug in the Android Framework affecting devices running Android
Amazon founder Jeff Bezos used a wide-ranging CNBC interview on Wednesday, May 20, to push back against growing concerns that the artificial intelligence sector is in a bubble — arguing that even if it is, investors should not be alarmed. The remarks land at a moment when AI-related valuations sit
Big shifts in technology happen in uneven stages rather than a smooth progression. They tend to build slowly, then suddenly feel obvious. Artificial intelligence, automation, and electric vehicles are part of that pattern right now. Each one moves at a different speed, but they overlap in ways that affect how
By Claire Whitmore, Senior Culture Editor In an era where streaming services compete through volume, algorithms and billion-dollar franchises, one independent network is quietly moving in the opposite direction. Instead of building another endless library of disposable entertainment, The ART Channel is developing what executives describe as a “living cultural
By Michael Privat I have been in the same company for over two decades, long enough to watch hiring trends come and go, long enough to see entire belief systems rise, peak, and collapse under their own weight. One of those beliefs has been sitting in plain sight for years,
When Tesla reports Q1 2026 earnings on Wednesday, April 22, after the market close, it will do so carrying the weight of one of the most divided analyst communities in the S&P 500. The debate is not simply about whether earnings beat or miss. It is about what kind of
Professional development in technology has become a standard part of preparing for the modern workforce. As sectors lean more heavily on cloud computing, cybersecurity, and technology governance, organizations are paying closer attention to how their teams maintain technical expertise. Certifications from bodies such as CompTIA, ISC2, Microsoft, and AWS have
There is a short version of the Madison Air Solutions story: a Chicago-based maker of ventilation and filtration systems went public, raised $2.2 billion, and its shares jumped 19% on the first day of trading. That is a notable IPO. But the longer version of the story is more interesting
In manufacturing environments where tolerances are measured in microns, the condition of cutting tools directly influences output quality. Milling cutters, drills, and specialty blades lose efficiency over time, and reconditioning processes become necessary to maintain dimensional accuracy. Tool-grinding systems, therefore, occupy a steady position in industrial workshops, even as automation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing numerous industries, offering innovations that promise to reshape our world. However, as with any technological advancement, AI’s rapid development and deployment come with significant environmental implications. This article explores the impact of AI on the environment, examining both its potential benefits and challenges. Positive Environmental
Artificial intelligence is no longer on the horizon for finance teams. It’s already inside the building. Two-thirds of finance professionals say they’re currently using or piloting AI, according to the Yooz 2026 AI in Finance Report, a survey of 500 finance professionals conducted in January 2026. Confidence is rising, and
AI-driven predictive analytics is no longer a niche tool reserved for data scientists, it’s now a frontline asset in shaping market strategies across industries. From retail and finance to healthcare and media, companies are using predictive models to anticipate customer behavior, forecast demand, and make faster, smarter decisions. The shift
Japanese automaker doubles down on American production with strategic expansion in Kentucky and Indiana as industry navigates regulatory uncertainty March 23, 2026 — Toyota Motor Corporation unveiled a $1 billion capital investment across its U.S. manufacturing footprint on Monday, marking a strategic commitment to domestic production capacity even as the
By: Jonathan Reed For years, stakeholders in the North American natural gas market have navigated a maze of constantly shifting pipeline tariff schedules, regulatory filings, and utility rates. Managing and monitoring these intricate tariff structures across hundreds of pipelines and gas utilities has often relied on labor-intensive processes and manual
At sea, the traditional methods of using radar, sonar, human observation, and charts to locate hazards and keep track of vessels in relation to their surroundings have been supplemented by AI and machine vision to provide real-time hazard detection and awareness. By combining low-light optical cameras, thermal imaging, and machine