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Artificial Intelligence (AI)
In a new blog post titled Reflections, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman shared insights on the past two years since the launch of ChatGPT, including the impact of his 2023 firing, OpenAI’s evolution, and the transformative role AI agents will play in the workforce by 2025. Here are the key
E-commerce
Artificial intelligence played a pivotal role in boosting online holiday sales during the 2024 season, according to a Salesforce report. U.S. online sales climbed nearly 4% year-over-year, reaching $282 billion between November 1 and December 31, surpassing Salesforce’s initial forecast of 2% growth. Globally, AI-influenced sales surged to
Robotics
Last summer, Leo Ma, founder of RoboForce, stood on the blistering ground of a solar farm in Phoenix. Watching workers endure extreme heat to install solar panels, he couldn’t help but question why humans were still performing such grueling tasks. His answer? They shouldn’t have to. Ma’s
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
Microsoft has unveiled an ambitious plan for the future of artificial intelligence (AI) development, revealing an $80 billion investment in AI-enabled data centers by 2025. This announcement underscores the tech giant’s commitment to advancing AI infrastructure and applications while addressing the challenges and opportunities AI presents for the economy.
Business Scaling
Scaling a business from $1 million to $10 million isn’t just about working harder—it’s about thinking differently. Many founders hit a wall because the strategies that helped them succeed in the early stages no longer work as they try to scale. To break through, founders need to
E-commerce
TikTok, known for its addictive short-form videos, has taken a bold step into e-commerce with TikTok Shop. By integrating shopping into its platform, TikTok is reshaping how consumers discover, interact with, and purchase products online. Here’s how TikTok Shop is changing the e-commerce arena. 1. Seamless Integration of Content
Internet of Things (IoT)
Apple is reportedly developing a smart doorbell camera with Face ID integration, signaling the company’s expansion into the smart home market, the device could debut as early as 2025. The innovative doorbell camera would use Face ID to unlock your door, functioning similarly to the facial recognition system on
Decentralization
With walled gardens and advertising-driven social networks prevailing, a new initiative is making waves. On November 14, Peter Wang, co-founder of Anaconda and a staunch advocate for the decentralized web, posted a simple request on Bluesky: ideas for a new incubator and fund to support experimental projects built on the
Funding
As we close out the year, many business owners are gearing up for growth in 2025. Whether it’s increasing sales, launching new products, or expanding teams, these plans often require growth capital. Yet, many businesses face common obstacles that prevent them from securing the funding they need. Here are
Media
In a world increasingly fragmented by multiple social media platforms and endless RSS feeds, a new app called Tapestry promises to simplify how users consume content online. Created by Iconfactory — the team behind the beloved third-party Twitter client Twitterific — Tapestry aims to bring news, blogs, and social media into a
Wearables
Oura, the smart ring maker, announced it has secured $200 million in a Series D funding round, bringing its valuation to $5.2 billion. The funding round included participation from Fidelity Management and glucose monitoring device maker Dexcom. Expansion Plans and AI Focus Oura says the new capital will be
Artificial Intelligence (AI)
A team of leading researchers, including Zhou Xian, Yiling Qiao, Zhenjia Xu, and Tsun-Hsuan Wang, along with contributors from Carnegie Mellon University, Stanford University, MIT (CSAIL), NVIDIA, and Tsinghua University, have unveiled Genesis, a groundbreaking physics platform for robotics and embodied AI. Introducing Genesis Genesis is a generative physics engine