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RobCo unveils Alfie robot for variable factory work

The new robot is aimed at factory and warehouse tasks that have long resisted automation because conditions, inputs and handling change constantly.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Global Stories

San Francisco stories

Unified Communications

Crescendo expands into UK & Europe after rapid growth

The customer experience software provider is courting UK and European brands as it passes USD $100 million in annual recurring revenue.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Last month

Unified Communications

CodeRabbit launches Slack agent for engineering teams

Engineering teams can now keep decisions, fixes and costs in one place as CodeRabbit brings its AI agent into Slack.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Last month

Unified Communications

Newo appoints Jason Luo as Chief Executive Officer

Missed calls at small firms are becoming a bigger revenue risk as Newo expands its AI receptionist tools beyond the US and into Europe.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Last month

Digital Transformation

OpenAI says weekly users top 900 million as AI reshapes work

The surge underscores how quickly AI use is spreading, while economists say official data still misses its impact on jobs and output.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 5 min read • Last month

EduTech

Gizmo raises USD $22 million to expand AI study platform

Backed by Shine Capital, the London edtech aims to deepen US college growth and widen its AI tools as 13 million learners use it globally.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Crypto

SpaceAI to test crypto transaction from orbit on TLON flight

The test could show whether space systems can swap value directly in orbit, reducing reliance on ground stations for future satellite networks.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

Network Infrastructure

Aria launches Deep Networking platform with USD $125 million

The funding backs a push into AI data centres, where better network control could lift model utilisation and cut token costs.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Fintech

Seattle tops Karat's 2026 engineering talent rankings

A broader spread of AI and software hiring has pushed Seattle to the top of Karat's 2026 engineering talent list, ahead of Amsterdam and San Francisco.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

Crypto

Thunes ranks among top three in cross-border payments

Juniper Research’s latest study signals growing demand for payment networks that connect more rails, currencies and wallets across fragmented markets.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Last month

Advanced Persistent Threat Protection

Eventus Security wins four Global InfoSec awards

The recognition underscores growing demand for managed security providers that can integrate with existing tools and improve response times for enterprises.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last month

EduTech

Databricks to invest USD $850 million in UK expansion

The expansion will more than double Databricks’ UK and Ireland headcount as it courts AI talent and deepens ties with major customers.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Wed, 1st Apr 2026

Crypto

Thunes wins best cross-border payment solution award

Rising demand for faster, cheaper international transfers has sharpened competition among payment providers serving merchants and marketplaces.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2026

DevOps

Harness ranked No. 24 on Fortune's innovation list

The ranking highlights demand for tools that tackle slow, manual software delivery, even as AI speeds up code creation at large enterprises.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Sat, 28th Mar 2026

Stories from Other Regions

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Fintech

Astor raises USD $5 million to guide retail investors

The funding will help Astor expand its AI adviser for retail investors as younger savers increasingly turn to social media for tips.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Last month

Partner Programmes

TriFetch raises USD $1.9 million to automate clinic admin

The funding will help the San Francisco startup expand software that cuts phone calls, referrals and prior authorisations for understaffed specialty clinics.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Last month