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Paris edges London to top Europe AI cities ranking
Semiconductors

Paris edges London to top Europe AI cities ranking

The French capital's stronger public backing and investment pipeline helped it finish just 0.2 points ahead of London in a new index.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 5 min read • Today
Zeeën launches US app to help people find nearby friends
Artificial Intelligence

Zeeën launches US app to help people find nearby friends

The rollout targets Americans feeling isolated by making it easier to meet nearby people who share interests, without using dating-style matching.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Today
Apple's expanded Home spread: HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K
Smart Home

Apple's expanded Home spread: HomePod mini 2, Apple TV 4K

The new hardware lineup gives Apple a bigger play in the smart home, with Siri AI, surround sound and accessories.

By Jake MacAndrew • 4 min read • Today
Workplace AI training could add USD $177 billion to US
Digital Transformation

Workplace AI training could add USD $177 billion to US

Stronger workplace AI training could add USD $177 billion to the US economy by 2030, as most firms adopt tools faster than they train staff.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
DE-CIX Chicago becomes second-largest internet exchange
Network Infrastructure

DE-CIX Chicago becomes second-largest internet exchange

Traffic at the exchange has nearly quadrupled in a year, lifting it into the top 30 North American hubs and widening reach across Chicago.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Today
Westgate launches UK data centre strategy as demand grows
Data centers

Westgate launches UK data centre strategy as demand grows

Rising cloud and AI demand is exposing builders to weather delays and overruns as Westgate seeks more UK data centre work.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Today
KDDI launches AI-driven MDR service for businesses
Software-as-a-Service

KDDI launches AI-driven MDR service for businesses

Businesses in the US and EMEA can now tap 24/7 AI-led cyber monitoring as KDDI aims to ease compliance pressure and response delays.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
Juspay revenue rises 30% to USD $75 million in FY26
Fintech

Juspay revenue rises 30% to USD $75 million in FY26

Core India operations stayed profitable as the payments firm expanded overseas and pushed into AI, even after a USD $10 million net loss.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Yesterday
Southpac targets California sports & entertainment wealth
Basketball

Southpac targets California sports & entertainment wealth

The Los Angeles move puts the Bay of Plenty firm into a US market where young athletes and entertainers can quickly face complex asset risks.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Forever New completes global eCommerce move to Shopify
Digital Transformation

Forever New completes global eCommerce move to Shopify

The nine-month overhaul should cut delays to digital updates and give the fashion retailer a single eCommerce system across four major markets.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
RSA launches Agent ID for regulated AI agent control
Hybrid Cloud

RSA launches Agent ID for regulated AI agent control

Regulated firms can now track shadow AI as RSA says Agent ID will help banks and public bodies assign owners and approvals to agents.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday

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Shoppers prefer AI price tools over autonomous buying
Artificial Intelligence

Shoppers prefer AI price tools over autonomous buying

Consumers want AI to hunt bargains, but most still reject software buying clothes for them, according to a survey of 3,300 adults.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Australian SMEs warned of hidden AI costs as agents spread
Artificial Intelligence

Australian SMEs warned of hidden AI costs as agents spread

Australian small firms could face bill shock as AI agents turn chatbot use into a recurring operating expense, analysts warn.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 5 min read • Yesterday
Omnissa launches Elara AI governance beta for enterprises
Risk & Compliance

Omnissa launches Elara AI governance beta for enterprises

It targets a growing enterprise risk, with Omnissa saying unsanctioned AI tools are already present on 75% of managed devices.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Yesterday
MassPay adds Cash App to its direct payout network
Fintech

MassPay adds Cash App to its direct payout network

The move gives US gig workers and sellers faster access to earnings, as MassPay seeks to reduce reliance on slower bank transfers.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Moomoo adds real-time deposits via Visa & Apple Pay
Crypto

Moomoo adds real-time deposits via Visa & Apple Pay

The change gives eligible US users 24/7 card-based funding, making it easier to add money outside banking hours and trade faster.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday
Bizora integrates tax research with Truss via Max AI
Application Programming Interface

Bizora integrates tax research with Truss via Max AI

Accounting firms using Truss can now access Bizora's cited tax research inside Max AI, reducing the need to switch tools mid-return.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 3 min read • Yesterday
Caseware launches AI agents for audit risk & disclosure
Artificial Intelligence

Caseware launches AI agents for audit risk & disclosure

Auditors could save hours on disclosure checks as the new tools draft responses and surface risks, while keeping final sign-off with practitioners.

By Karen Joy Bacudo • 4 min read • Yesterday