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AI robots working efficiently while human workers observe, symbolizing job displacement due to technological advancements in the tech industry.
Tech & Innovation

Oracle axes 21,000 jobs, citing AI investments and advancements

Technology sector companies announced over 38,000 job cuts in May 2026, with AI being the most common factor driving job reductions across all sectors, according to TechCrunch .

Sofia Reyes·Jun 23
Nobel laureate John Jumper transitioning from the established DeepMind to the innovative AI startup Anthropic, symbolizing a shift in AI research leadership.
Main Street & SMBs

AI Pioneer John Jumper Departs DeepMind for Anthropic

John Jumper, who shared the 2024 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for his seminal work on protein structure prediction, announced Friday he is leaving Google DeepMind to join AI startup Anthropic, according t

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 21
A robotic arm precisely processing a high-quality fish, symbolizing the intersection of technology and ethical seafood production.
Founder Playbook

Founders Fund Co-Leads $22M Round for Humane Fish Startup

At Erewhon grocery stores, 'Seremoni Grade Miso Black Cod' is sold, sourced from fish killed by a robot named Poseidon on commercial boats.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 21
Abstract digital representation of a person's memories and data being processed by AI algorithms, symbolizing a digital legacy.
Founder Playbook

Former OpenAI staff launch AI search engine for digital legacy

In 2026, former OpenAI employees launched In the Weights, a free website designed to answer a profound question: do you 'live forever in the super intelligence'?

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 21
Split image contrasting a fully charged Android phone with smooth video playback against a drained phone with buffering, illustrating video player performance optimization.
Main Street & SMBs

Free Video Player Performance Optimization

Independent developers report a 50% increase in user complaints about battery drain when using free video players on Android devices in the last quarter, according to Reddit r/androiddev .

Marek Kowalski·Jun 20
Aura Ink photo frame with a sustainable e-ink display showcasing a single photograph on a minimalist wooden table.
Product & Engineering

Aura Ink photo frame review: sustainable e-ink display

For $499, Aura's new Ink frame promises up to three months of battery life, but only if you're content with a single photo change per day, according to Aura Frames .

Marek Kowalski·Jun 20
Abstract representation of AI inference infrastructure with glowing data streams and a subtle rising graph, symbolizing Baseten's rapid growth and valuation.
Founder Playbook

Baseten AI Nears $1.5 Billion Funding Round for Inference Growth

In just three months, AI inference startup Baseten reportedly tripled its annualized revenue run-rate from approximately $200 million in December 2025 to roughly $600 million by March 2026.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 19
Abstract visualization of AI integrating with server infrastructure, representing Elastic's acquisition of DeductiveAI for enhanced site reliability engineering and observability.
Founder Playbook

Elastic buys DeductiveAI for up to $85 million

DeductiveAI, an AI site reliability engineering startup, has been acquired by Elastic for up to $85 million, according to TechCrunch .

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 19
What SMEs Can Review With AnyTech Solutions Before Cyber Risk Becomes a Contract Problem
Tech & Innovation

What SMEs Can Review With AnyTech Solutions Before Cyber Risk Becomes a Contract Problem

For small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), cyber risk has evolved from a technical issue into a critical business problem that can directly impact contracts, insurance eligibility, and supply chain relationships. As …

Sponsored·Jul 8
Digital illustration showing Indian users connecting via VPNs to bypass Telegram restrictions, highlighting a surge in app downloads.
Founder Playbook

India's Telegram Ban Boosts VPN Use

The day India announced restrictions on Telegram, VPN app downloads in the country surged by 49%, reaching the highest number recorded this year.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 19
Snap's new $2,195 augmented reality glasses, Specs, are showcased with a backdrop suggesting a decline in investor confidence.
Leadership & Culture

Snap AR Glasses Debut at $2,195 Amid Investor Doubts

Snap's stock plummeted over 8% in a single day after CEO Evan Spiegel unveiled its new $2,195 augmented reality glasses, Specs.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 18
Roelof Botha, former Sequoia Capital managing partner, joins the SpaceX board of directors, overseeing the company's transition to a public entity.
Leadership & Culture

Roelof Botha Joins SpaceX Board of Directors

SpaceX, which just completed a $75 billion initial public offering (IPO) valuing it at nearly $2.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 18
Close-up of an iPhone's internal circuitry being enhanced by glowing AI processors, symbolizing technological advancement and potential cost implications.
Founder Playbook

Apple's AI Push Forces iPhone Price Increases

Apple's Mac Mini compact computers saw a $200 price hike earlier this year, a stark precursor to what CEO Tim Cook warns is an 'unsustainable' situation for iPhone pricing due to soaring memory chip c

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 18
Futuristic visualization of AI seamlessly integrated into Facebook, WhatsApp, and Instagram interfaces, symbolizing enhanced user experience and communication.
Funding & Finance

Meta Integrates AI Features Across Facebook Platform

Meta just embedded advanced AI into daily digital life.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 18
A young person in the UK looking at a digital screen with a barrier, symbolizing the government's planned social media ban for under-16s.
Main Street & SMBs

UK government plans social media ban for under-16s

By spring 2027, the UK government plans to legally bar children under 16 from major social media platforms, a move that also extends to gaming livestreaming and even advanced AI chatbots.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 15
A symbolic powder keg with a lit fuse, representing AI industry layoffs and the potential for instability, with robotic and human figures in the background.
Main Street & SMBs

AI industry layoffs spark powder keg concerns as companies re-evaluate

Last month, nearly 40,000 tech workers were laid off, marking the highest single month for tech cuts in two years.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 15
Abstract representation of a corrupted AI network with visible glitches and errors, symbolizing the inaccuracies in KPMG's retracted report.
Founder Playbook

KPMG retracts AI report after uncovering inaccuracies in its claims

Only five of 45 citations in KPMG's 'Redefining excellence in the age of agentic AI' report were accurate, a discovery that forced the report's withdrawal.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 14
Indian professionals strategizing around an AI network projection, symbolizing the nation's drive for technological sovereignty amidst global AI model access challenges.
Tech & Innovation

India debates AI future as Anthropic suspends models for foreign nationals

On June 12, 2026, Anthropic abruptly suspended global access to its newly released Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, following a direct order from the U.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 14
72% of Adults Aren't Confident With Their Health Insurance. How Can Florida Families Find the Right Health Insurance Without Overpaying? Ask Derek Rogers.
Growth & Strategy

72% of Adults Aren't Confident With Their Health Insurance. How Can Florida Families Find the Right Health Insurance Without Overpaying? Ask Derek Rogers.

Many Florida families struggle to find the right health insurance plan without overpaying, with 72% of adults lacking confidence in navigating their options. Derek Rogers, an independent insurance advisor, helps simplify this complex process by offering personalized guidance and a wide range of plans.

Sponsored·Jul 8
Andrew Yang launching Noble Mobile, a new mobile service designed to significantly reduce everyday expenses for consumers through innovative data refund policies.
Founder Playbook

Andrew Yang launches Noble Mobile to slash everyday costs

Andrew Yang's new startup, Noble Mobile, has grown to thousands of customers and is generating millions in revenue since its September launch.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 13
A futuristic SpaceX Starship ascending into orbit above Earth, symbolizing the company's ambitious IPO and its role in the future of space exploration.
Founder Playbook

SpaceX IPO Targets $1.78 Trillion Valuation

Retail investors have submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, valuing the company at $1.78 trillion.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 12
Advanced robotic arms performing intricate assembly tasks on a modern factory floor, showcasing AI-driven automation and efficiency.
Founder Playbook

Theker raises $85M Series A for its non-specialized factory robot

Theker has secured what is being called the largest Series A in European robotics history for its non-specialized factory robots, with reports from major tech publications stating figures up to $85 million.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 12
AI interface deflecting unwanted calls in a busy Indian city, symbolizing Equal AI's solution to call screening.
Founder Playbook

Equal AI Secures Investment for AI Call Screening in India

In India, a nation where unwanted calls are a daily, grating nuisance, an AI assistant launched just last year has already amassed over a million monthly active users.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 12
Futuristic Indian cityscape with AI integration, showcasing cultural elements and advanced technology.
Main Street & SMBs

Avataar.ai Launches Varya, Indigenous Video AI for India

Generating a second of video with Avataar.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 12