Top 10 AI News
European banks plan to cut 200,000 jobs as AI takes hold
Author: Connie Loizos
Publication Date: 3 hours ago
Summary: European banks are preparing to cut up to 200,000 jobs as artificial intelligence becomes more integrated into their operations, signaling a major shift in the financial sector.
OpenAI bets big on audio as Silicon Valley declares war on screens
Author: Connie Loizos
Publication Date: 5 hours ago
Summary: OpenAI is investing heavily in audio technologies, reflecting a broader industry trend to move beyond screen-based interfaces and embrace voice-driven experiences.
‘College dropout’ has become the most coveted startup founder credential
Author: Marina Temkin
Publication Date: 21 hours ago
Summary: The tech industry is increasingly valuing unconventional backgrounds, with college dropouts now seen as highly desirable startup founders.
Investors predict AI is coming for labor in 2026
Author: Rebecca Szkutak
Publication Date: 1 day ago
Summary: Investors forecast that artificial intelligence will have a significant impact on the labor market in 2026, potentially automating many roles across industries.
The phone is dead. Long live . . . what exactly?
Author: Connie Loizos
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: As traditional smartphones reach a plateau, the tech industry is searching for the next big thing in personal technology, with AI-driven devices leading the speculation.
The best AI-powered dictation apps of 2025
Author: Ivan Mehta
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: A roundup of the top AI-powered dictation applications released in 2025, highlighting their features and how they are transforming productivity.
VCs predict enterprises will spend more on AI in 2026 — through fewer vendors
Author: Rebecca Szkutak
Publication Date: 2 days ago
Summary: Venture capitalists expect enterprise spending on AI to increase in 2026, but anticipate consolidation as companies choose to work with a smaller number of vendors.
Meta just bought Manus, an AI startup everyone has been talking about
Author: Connie Loizos
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Meta has acquired Manus, a much-discussed AI startup, as part of its ongoing push to expand its artificial intelligence capabilities.
2025 was the year AI got a vibe check
Author: Rebecca Bellan
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: The year 2025 saw a critical reassessment of artificial intelligence, with increased scrutiny on its societal impact and ethical considerations.
Plaud Note Pro is an excellent AI-powered recorder that I carry everywhere
Author: Ivan Mehta
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: The Plaud Note Pro stands out as a portable, AI-powered recording device, praised for its convenience and advanced features.
How to use the new ChatGPT app integrations, including DoorDash, Spotify, Uber, and others
Author: Lauren Forristal
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: A guide to leveraging the latest ChatGPT app integrations, enabling users to connect with popular services like DoorDash, Spotify, and Uber directly through AI.
VCs predict strong enterprise AI adoption next year — again
Author: Rebecca Szkutak
Publication Date: 3 days ago
Summary: Venture capitalists are once again forecasting robust adoption of AI technologies by enterprises in the coming year.
OpenAI is looking for a new Head of Preparedness
Author: Anthony Ha
Publication Date: 4 days ago
Summary: OpenAI has announced a search for a new Head of Preparedness, a role focused on ensuring the safe and responsible deployment of advanced AI systems.
India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective
Author: Jagmeet Singh
Publication Date: Dec 27, 2025
Summary: Indian startups raised $11 billion in 2025, but investors are becoming more discerning, focusing on sustainable growth and profitability.
Equity’s 2026 Predictions: AI Agents, Blockbuster IPOs, and the Future of VC
Authors: Theresa Loconsolo, Kirsten Korosec, Rebecca Bellan, Anthony Ha, Isabelle Johannessen
Publication Date: Dec 26, 2025
Summary: The Equity podcast team shares their predictions for 2026, including the rise of AI agents, major IPOs, and shifts in venture capital.
Nvidia to license AI chip challenger Groq’s tech and hire its CEO
Author: Amanda Silberling
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Nvidia is set to license technology from Groq, a competitor in the AI chip space, and bring on its CEO, signaling a major move in the semiconductor industry.
The year data centers went from backend to center stage
Author: Lucas Ropek
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Data centers have become a focal point in the tech industry, moving from behind-the-scenes infrastructure to a central role in powering AI and cloud services.
The European startup market’s data doesn’t match its energy — yet
Author: Rebecca Szkutak
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Despite high enthusiasm, data from the European startup market shows a gap between optimism and actual performance, especially in the AI sector.
Why the operating room is ripe for AI, according to Akara
Authors: Russell Brandom, Theresa Loconsolo
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Akara, a startup, explains why operating rooms are ideal environments for AI-driven innovation, aiming to improve efficiency and patient outcomes.
Waymo is testing Gemini as an in-car AI assistant in its robotaxis
Author: Rebecca Bellan
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Waymo is piloting Gemini, an AI assistant, in its autonomous vehicles to enhance passenger experience and operational efficiency.
Italy tells Meta to suspend its policy that bans rival AI chatbots from WhatsApp
Author: Ram Iyer
Publication Date: Dec 24, 2025
Summary: Italian regulators have ordered Meta to halt its policy that restricts rival AI chatbots from operating on WhatsApp, citing competition concerns.
