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#acquisitions--partnerships

12 hours ago

Startup companies

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

Women in technology

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

14 hours ago

Venture

Cursor in talks to raise $2B at $50B valuation after hitting $2B ARR in three years

Software development

I'm the CTO of a startup. Software engineering has changed so much that we've changed our hiring process.

How to build a high-performing team during the AI era

AI and automation enhance productivity, but human judgment and leadership are essential for high performance and effective team dynamics.

12 hours ago

This founder was an AI layoff 9 months ago. Then he built an instantly profitable company with 2 partners and 12 agents | Fortune

Sam Brown turned a layoff due to AI into an opportunity, co-founding Fathom AI, which achieved significant revenue with minimal investment.

Women in technology

In the future, will there be any work left for people to do? | Fortune

Competing against IBM's Watson in Jeopardy! demonstrates the advanced cognitive capabilities of AI.

fromTNW | Artificial-Intelligence

14 hours ago

Cursor in talks to raise $2B at $50B valuation after hitting $2B ARR in three years

Cursor is raising at least $2 billion at a $50 billion valuation, marking the fastest B2B scaling in enterprise software history.

Software development

I'm the CTO of a startup. Software engineering has changed so much that we've changed our hiring process.

AI coding agents have transformed software engineering, changing hiring practices and the skills required for engineers.

How to build a high-performing team during the AI era

AI and automation enhance productivity, but human judgment and leadership are essential for high performance and effective team dynamics.

What Most Founders Misunderstand About Runway

Hoarding cash doesn't ensure survival; actively using capital to learn and adapt is crucial in a rapidly changing market.

6 days ago

Commercialization Isn't the Same as Sales Growth - Here's How

Sales are a function, while commercialization is a system of decisions that defines sustainable business growth.

What Most Founders Misunderstand About Runway

Hoarding cash doesn't ensure survival; actively using capital to learn and adapt is crucial in a rapidly changing market.

6 days ago

Commercialization Isn't the Same as Sales Growth - Here's How

Sales are a function, while commercialization is a system of decisions that defines sustainable business growth.

more#startups

fromTechCrunch

Sources: Cursor in talks to raise $2B+ at $50B valuation as enterprise growth surges | TechCrunch

Cursor is nearing a funding round of at least $2 billion, with returning investors Thrive and Andreessen Horowitz expected to lead the financing at a $50 billion valuation. The deal terms are not final and may still change.

Venture

Psychology

fromSilicon Canals

3 hours ago

The quiet power of emotional intelligence at work - Silicon Canals

Higher emotional intelligence significantly impacts workplace outcomes, with individuals earning $29,000 more annually and accounting for 58% of performance.

#artificial-intelligence

7 hours ago

How AIPowered Learning Tools Are Transforming Employee Training

AI transforms Learning and Development by providing hyper-personalized training experiences that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.

fromDigiday

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.

7 hours ago

How AIPowered Learning Tools Are Transforming Employee Training

AI transforms Learning and Development by providing hyper-personalized training experiences that enhance efficiency and employee satisfaction.

fromDigiday

more#artificial-intelligence

Why marketing is now the operating system for growth

Artificial intelligence is transforming marketing into a central growth engine, influencing brand perception for both humans and automated systems.

11 hours ago

From Ladder To Lattice: How Employees, HR, And AI Are Redefining Growth At Work [eBook Launch]

Organizations must redefine growth systems to enhance capability visibility and recognition for competitive advantage in the evolving workplace.

Software development

13 hours ago

The hidden risks of vibe coding: 4 steps to protect your organization

Vibe coding democratizes software development but poses significant cybersecurity risks due to unknown origins of AI-generated code.

Cryptocurrency

fromnews.bitcoin.com

19 hours ago

Less Than 1% of Crypto Projects Disclose Market Maker Deals

91% of crypto protocols generate revenue, but less than 1% disclose market maker deals, highlighting transparency issues and risks for investors.

How Pricing Decisions Change When the CFO Is in the Room

CFO involvement in pricing enhances cost visibility, improves margins, and ensures alignment between finance and commercial teams.

Silicon Valley

16 hours ago

AI startups are shifting the economic center of gravity of San Francisco

San Francisco's tech center is shifting to smaller neighborhoods due to return-to-office mandates and the rise of AI startups.

#ai-adoption

AI Won't Fix Your Broken Company Model - It Will Amplify It

AI adoption without shared standards leads to fragmented systems that hinder true transformation.

fromTechRepublic

Artificial intelligence

Widespread AI Use Masks a Growing Workplace Readiness Gap

From legacy processes to AI-native work

Integrating AI into organizations requires a new orchestration model that balances technology with human roles and behaviors.

AI Won't Fix Your Broken Company Model - It Will Amplify It

AI adoption without shared standards leads to fragmented systems that hinder true transformation.

fromTechRepublic

Widespread AI Use Masks a Growing Workplace Readiness Gap

AI is widely used in workplaces, but many employees lack the training and confidence to use it effectively.

Intellectual property law

From legacy processes to AI-native work

Integrating AI into organizations requires a new orchestration model that balances technology with human roles and behaviors.

7 Ways Private Aviation Boosts C-Suite Productivity

Private aviation significantly enhances business travel efficiency by reducing travel time and allowing flexibility in scheduling.

fromPatently-O

Same Problem, Same Solution: Reading Trade Secrets Across Fields

The Federal Circuit reversed a jury verdict against Texas urologists for misappropriating trade secrets related to the Penuma penile implant.

Media industry

Unilever's 300,000 Creators Signals a Founder-Led Consolidation

Unilever's shift to creator-led content signals the creator economy's transition into an acquirable asset class.

#business-growth

Growth hacking

Keeping Bad Clients Is Costing You More Than You Think

Not all revenue is good revenue; some clients can drain resources and morale, making it essential to prioritize employee well-being over financial gain.

Your Business Won't Scale Unless You Accept This Hard Truth

Leaders must delegate tasks to ensure business scalability and avoid being overqualified for daily operations.

Keeping Bad Clients Is Costing You More Than You Think

Not all revenue is good revenue; some clients can drain resources and morale, making it essential to prioritize employee well-being over financial gain.

Your Business Won't Scale Unless You Accept This Hard Truth

Leaders must delegate tasks to ensure business scalability and avoid being overqualified for daily operations.

more#business-growth

How To Build A Marketing Technology (MarTech) Stack: Crafting A Digital Arsenal For Future Growth

A well-structured MarTech stack is essential for business growth and effective demand generation.

from24/7 Wall St.

Morgan Stanley Opens a Tactical Buy on PDD Holdings: A Regulation Overhang Just Lifted and the Clock Is Ticking

Morgan Stanley expects PDD stock to rise in the next 15 days due to the resolution of regulatory issues.

Agile

fromdzone.com

Rethinking Risk in Agile Software Development

Agile must integrate risk management into workflows to avoid hidden risks and instability in complex software systems.

Business intelligence

fromwww.housingwire.com

Dark Matter's new CEO on AI, layoffs and growth strategy

Vikas Rao aims to enhance Dark Matter's market presence by lowering customer entry barriers and leveraging AI across the organization.

Why Your Personal Legal Issues Become Business Problems Fast

Personal legal issues significantly impact leadership focus and business decisions, requiring early planning and delegation to maintain decision-making capacity.

Why the Quietest Voices Often Build the Best Startups

Founders should focus on the quiet strengths within their teams to build resilient companies.

Law

Why Your Personal Legal Issues Become Business Problems Fast

Personal legal issues significantly impact leadership focus and business decisions, requiring early planning and delegation to maintain decision-making capacity.

Why the Quietest Voices Often Build the Best Startups

Founders should focus on the quiet strengths within their teams to build resilient companies.

His Business Sells a Nostalgic Childhood Hobby That Gets Kids Off Screens. It's On Track for $12 Million This Year: 'Absolutely Life-Changing.'

Loveland's children's bike business, Early Rider, focuses on balance bikes and achieved $10 million in revenue last year, aiming for $12 million this year.

Data science

Synthetic research is a promise with a catch | MarTech

Economic pressure for quick research results conflicts with the scientific demand for rigor, leading to potential biases in synthetic data outputs.

Inconsistent Marketing Costs More Than You Think

Reliability and consistency are essential for building strong relationships and successful businesses.

Marketing tech

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

fromBig Think

How to get employees to actually care about your L&D program

Marketers prioritize audience engagement; L&D should adopt similar strategies to enhance training effectiveness and relevance.

Online marketing

fromInc

Inconsistent Marketing Costs More Than You Think

Reliability and consistency are essential for building strong relationships and successful businesses.

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

Marketing teams can enhance storytelling and authenticity by integrating AI without sacrificing human connection.

fromBig Think

How to get employees to actually care about your L&D program

Marketers prioritize audience engagement; L&D should adopt similar strategies to enhance training effectiveness and relevance.

more#marketing

#fundraising

fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

What If I Freeze with a Major Donor Ask? | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Silence after making a major gift ask is often the hardest part for fundraisers, leading to self-negotiation and smaller donations.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Why the best fundraising may come from an existing investor - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Existing managers are prioritized for capital commitments over new ones due to established trust and familiarity.

fromNonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

What If I Freeze with a Major Donor Ask? | Nonprofit Quarterly | Civic News. Empowering Nonprofits. Advancing Justice.

Silence after making a major gift ask is often the hardest part for fundraisers, leading to self-negotiation and smaller donations.

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Why the best fundraising may come from an existing investor - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Existing managers are prioritized for capital commitments over new ones due to established trust and familiarity.

Meetings, egos, 'circling back': The 'corporate ick' that drives workers away

Corporate jargon and performative behaviors in the workplace are causing frustration among employees, reflecting a desire for authenticity and human connection.

The org chart isn't ready: How AI exposed the hidden crisis inside the American corporation | Fortune

American corporations face internal tensions as unwritten rules and organizational behaviors struggle to adapt to new expectations, exacerbated by AI.

Humor

Meetings, egos, 'circling back': The 'corporate ick' that drives workers away

Corporate jargon and performative behaviors in the workplace are causing frustration among employees, reflecting a desire for authenticity and human connection.

The org chart isn't ready: How AI exposed the hidden crisis inside the American corporation | Fortune

American corporations face internal tensions as unwritten rules and organizational behaviors struggle to adapt to new expectations, exacerbated by AI.

more#corporate-culture

Information security

from24/7 Wall St.

Why Cybersecurity Stocks Look Built for the Next Big Spending Cycle

Cybersecurity firms like CrowdStrike and Palo Alto Networks are poised for growth amid rising cyber threats and the emergence of advanced AI technologies.

Toronto startup

fromTNW | Ecosystems

AppDirect acquires PartnerStack in sixth deal in 12 months

AppDirect has acquired PartnerStack, enhancing its B2B technology distribution platform and solidifying its position in the partner management market.

Remote teams

3 steps to guarantee multishoring success | MarTech

Multishoring amplifies existing processes; effective systems scale success, while fractured ones magnify chaos and incur additional costs.

English Premier League

fromwww.theguardian.com

American investor agrees to buy Exeter Chiefs with plans to inject fresh funding

Exeter Chiefs are set to be sold to an American backer, pending member approval, to secure significant funding for the club's future.

World politics

Online Community Development

We've entered a new era of risk for the modern CEO

Most CEOs are unprepared for crises like Taiwan Strait tensions due to a narrow focus on geoeconomic risks.

He Bought a Business for $22,000 and Scaled It to 235 Locations. This Simple Strategy Made His Employees Millionaires.

Long-term success in business requires authenticity and evolving beyond the founder's vision.

from24/7 Wall St.

Goldman Says It's Time to Buy Tech. I'd Start With These Tech Deals

Goldman Sachs' Chief Equity Strategist Peter Oppenheimer has called the recent sell-off in U.S. tech stocks a rare 'buying opportunity,' suggesting that the current market conditions may favor investment in this sector.

Apple

Shuttered startups are selling old Slack chats and emails to AI companies

Defunct startups are monetizing their digital data by selling it to AI companies, raising significant privacy concerns.

The 5 Stages of Career Growth - and What It Takes to Reach the Next One

Advancing your career requires evolving visibility, trust, and influence, not just improving performance.

fromGamesBeat

10 years in gaming: Sportfive shares lessons from its first decade in interactive media

Sportfive's gaming department, which started with just three dedicated employees in 2016, has now expanded to a robust team of 80, highlighting the agency's commitment to the gaming sector.

Marketing

Being 'Ready' Is a Trap - Do This Instead

Starting begins with consistent practice, not a job title; sharing work creates momentum and growth, while waiting to feel ready delays progress.

Exercise

Whoops, We Dyed Influencers Blue! But Now Our Business Is Bringing In $42 Million in Revenue

Clarke and Spalter built FORM, a lifestyle platform and activewear brand, achieving over 60,000 subscribers and $42 million in revenue since its 2020 launch.

Digital life

This Tech Investor Hasn't Touched a Laptop or Desktop Computer Since 2010. Here's Why.

Keith Rabois has operated without laptops since 2010, using only mobile devices for increased focus and productivity.

Cryptocurrency

Meet the crypto guru to the Fortune 500 | Fortune

CFOs are hesitant to adopt blockchain despite its existing infrastructure and Fortune 500 companies experimenting with it.

fromThe Village Voice

fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Inside Hyperbound's Bet on AI-Native Sales Intelligence - The Village Voice

AI is transforming sales organizations by providing insights and coaching opportunities that traditional tools cannot offer.

Law

fromHarvard Business Review

What entrepreneurs should know about mediation services - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Mediation offers a faster, cost-effective alternative to court for founders facing disputes, preserving focus and resources for business growth.

Scaling a Business Beyond the Family Playbook

Walmart employs more people than the Chinese Liberation Army, illustrating its growth from a mom-and-pop operation to a major employer in the U.S.

Business

Business intelligence

fromTechRepublic

SS&C Intralinks DealCentre AI vs. Datasite: Which platform is built for the future of dealmaking?

Modern deal platforms now support entire deal lifecycles, integrating AI to enhance workflows and decision-making beyond traditional virtual data rooms.

Why Smart Brands Are Betting on Education-Led Marketing

Education-led marketing builds trust and fosters engagement by providing valuable knowledge to customers, moving away from traditional marketing tactics.

Media industry

fromInc

The Content Strategy Mistake Almost Every Founder Makes

Timeliness and relevance are crucial for story selection in newsrooms, overshadowing credentials and personal achievements.

#organizational-culture

How One Unrehearsed Moment Shifted My Company's Culture

Leaders shape organizational culture through their actions, not just words, by demonstrating ownership and accountability.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Culture isn't what you say. It's what you do

Culture is demonstrated daily through actions, not just defined in documents.

How One Unrehearsed Moment Shifted My Company's Culture

Leaders shape organizational culture through their actions, not just words, by demonstrating ownership and accountability.

fromwww.housingwire.com

more#organizational-culture

Culture isn't what you say. It's what you do

Culture is demonstrated daily through actions, not just defined in documents.

fromThedrum

Exit Bee hires Neil Stewart as Business Development Director as its client roster grows

Exit Bee enhances online advertising performance with new leadership and innovative ad formats.

How to Turn a Product Into Something People Actually Talk About

Distribution should be integral to product development from the start, focusing on one channel before expanding.

Want to build a startup that gets acquired? This founder shares 5 proven tips

Successful startups require a cautious approach, exploring and developing iteratively to survive and thrive.

How I'd Build My Small Business If I Had to Start Over in 2026

Validate demand before building a product to ensure it meets actual needs.

Before You Sell Your Business, Consider These 3 Things First

Entrepreneurs face emotional challenges and loss of purpose during business transitions, especially when selling their businesses.

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.

Startup companies

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

fromZDNET

Want to build a startup that gets acquired? This founder shares 5 proven tips

Successful startups require a cautious approach, exploring and developing iteratively to survive and thrive.

How I'd Build My Small Business If I Had to Start Over in 2026

Validate demand before building a product to ensure it meets actual needs.

Before You Sell Your Business, Consider These 3 Things First

Entrepreneurs face emotional challenges and loss of purpose during business transitions, especially when selling their businesses.

Don't Miss the Hidden Advantage Most Founders Ignore in the Age of AI

Data drives decisions, but stories create emotional connections and lasting impact.

Entrepreneurship was never easy, but it doesn't need to be relentless

Entrepreneurs face overwhelming mental loads and financial pressures, impacting their ability to innovate and grow their businesses.

more#entrepreneurship

The AI layoff playbook is here

Tech firms are laying off employees to adapt to AI, emphasizing efficiency and a new way of working.

fromTechCrunch

Accel raises $5B to back late-stage bets | TechCrunch

Accel raised $5 billion to invest in late-stage companies, focusing on AI-powered technology.

The Deals You Didn't Make Are Teaching You How to Win Next Time - Use This Framework to Make It Happen

Missed opportunities can provide valuable lessons if analyzed correctly.

Software development

fromZDNET

'Like handing out the blueprint to a bank vault': Why AI led one company to abandon open source

Cal is shifting from open source to proprietary licensing due to security risks posed by modern AI tools.

What Is Immersive Learning In Corporate Training? Examples, Benefits, And Strategies

Immersive learning enhances corporate training by providing realistic, interactive experiences that improve engagement and on-the-job performance.

#ai-governance

fromAbove the Law

Unintentional AI Adoption Is Already Inside Your Company. The Only Question Is Whether You Know It. - Above the Law

AI is already integrated into companies through employee usage, often without intentional governance or awareness.

Custom AI Governance Services: The Missing Piece In Your L&D Strategy

Many L&D teams adopt AI tools without ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in their training programs.

fromAbove the Law

Unintentional AI Adoption Is Already Inside Your Company. The Only Question Is Whether You Know It. - Above the Law

AI is already integrated into companies through employee usage, often without intentional governance or awareness.

Custom AI Governance Services: The Missing Piece In Your L&D Strategy

Many L&D teams adopt AI tools without ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability in their training programs.

Best Enterprise SEO Agencies Helping Tech Startups Scale in 2026

Tech startups in 2026 require advanced enterprise SEO strategies to thrive in an AI-driven search landscape.

New Executive Leadership Challenges Emerging-And What's Driving Them

Executive coaching has evolved to address new leadership challenges such as hybrid team management, decision fatigue, and the need for clarity and connection.

fromTechCrunch

Exclusive: Loop raises $95M to build supply chain AI that predicts disruptions | TechCrunch

Loop uses AI to provide predictive and prescriptive solutions for supply chain management, securing $95 million in Series C funding to expand operations.

fromDigiday

The Rundown: Q1 dealmaking cools across ad tech and martech as AI remains the hottest ticket

Ad tech sector experienced recent mergers and acquisitions, contrasting with a slowdown in overall deal-making due to macroeconomic uncertainty.

fromThedrum

Balancing brand and performance for long-term growth

Enjoy transforms businesses by creating impactful digital experiences through insights and a focus on both short-term and long-term strategies.

fromTNW | Startups-Technology

Auctor emerges from stealth with $20M led by Sequoia

Auctor aims to improve enterprise software implementation by addressing fragmented processes and capturing institutional knowledge, backed by significant funding.

fromZDNET

These companies are actually upskilling their workers for AI - here's how they do it

Companies should prioritize upskilling employees in AI to prepare for future job demands and mitigate economic impacts.

fromExchangewire

Agentic Advertising Needs Interoperability, Standardisation and Adoption to Thrive

The ad industry is transitioning to agentic advertising, promising automation and efficiency but requiring careful planning to avoid potential pitfalls.

This CEO pirated video games as a teen and became a hacker for the Air Force. Now he's built a $3 billion cyber firm | Fortune

Gen Z should trust instincts in career paths, as demonstrated by Kyle Hanslovan's unconventional journey to CEO of a $3 billion cybersecurity firm.

fromEngadget

OpenAI buys its second startup in a month

For decades, personalized financial guidance has been too expensive, too generic, or too hard to access. ChatGPT is finally changing that.

Startup companies

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.

What I Look for Before Backing a Billion-Dollar Company

Investors prioritize startups that fundamentally disrupt industries rather than those making minor improvements.

6 days ago

The 3 reasons why VCs invest: Faith, opportunity, or evidence

Venture capital rounds are driven by three core reasons: faith, opportunity, and evidence.

What I Look for Before Backing a Billion-Dollar Company

Investors prioritize startups that fundamentally disrupt industries rather than those making minor improvements.

more#venture-capital

fromTheregister

Anthropic ejects bundled tokens from enterprise seat deal

Anthropic has revised its enterprise pricing, transitioning to a single seat model upon contract renewal amid increased demand for Claude AI services.

This startup wants to replace marketing agencies with AI. Read the pitch deck it used to raise $4.5 million.

Uplane aims to replace marketing agencies with AI, raising $4.5 million to enhance ad campaign performance for brands.

The Modern CMO's Expanding Strategy

The role of CMO is evolving, with varying titles and responsibilities across companies.

What Start-Up Marketing Teaches L&D Teams About Measuring Training ROI

L&D teams must adopt marketing-style measurement metrics to effectively assess training impact on behavior and performance.

Entry-level hiring is broken. These companies are completely reimagining it

Palantir launched a Meritocracy Fellowship to recruit young talent, emphasizing aptitude over experience and providing intensive training and mentorship.

Why Entrepreneurs Start to Feel Lost After 40

Midlife disorientation in entrepreneurs signals a misalignment between identity, values, and business direction, necessitating recalibration for clarity and alignment.

3 Ways Thought Leaders Can Create Immediate Value For Their Audiences

Real influence requires a unique perspective; audiences seek actionable insights from credible thought leaders.

6 Steps to Build a Rock Solid Foundation For Your New Business

Lay the groundwork before launching a business to ensure stability and growth.

AI companies are rethinking how they charge to win a bigger slice of business spending

AI companies are shifting pricing models from employee-based to value-based, impacting business spending and software pricing predictability.

fromInc

How to Turn Connections Into Strategic Partnerships That Scale

Strategic alliances require intention, genuine curiosity, and respect to evolve from casual connections into high-impact partnerships.

fromHarvard Business Review

The Hidden Demand for AI Inside Your Company

Many corporate gen AI programs fail, leading employees to use personal AI tools secretly.