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Education
fromFortune
7 hours ago

Meet a former VC who has a plan to prepare American students for an AI-disrupted future | Fortune

American education must adapt to prepare students for a rapidly changing workforce influenced by artificial intelligence.
UX design
fromIndie Hackers
14 hours ago

I Found Blue Ocean in the Most Crowded Market on the Internet

Most form builders focus on creation, neglecting post-publish management, revealing a significant gap in the market.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
10 hours ago

VC Chamath Palihapitiya Warns Non-State Actors Will Leverage Quantum Computing to Attack Bitcoin's 'Honeypot'

Quantum computing poses an imminent threat to Bitcoin, with a 5 to 7-year deadline for the network to adapt or face severe consequences.
#delve
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
European startups
fromSilicon Canals
15 hours ago

Compliance startup Delve removed from Y Combinator portfolio after anonymous whistleblower posts spark investor exodus - Silicon Canals

Delve has been removed from Y Combinator's portfolio due to serious allegations regarding its business practices and compliance misrepresentation.
European startups
fromTNW | Insider
10 hours ago

Recap: Europe's top funding rounds this week (30 March - 5 April)

European ambition in technology focuses on building infrastructure layers across various sectors, including AI, quantum computing, and investment strategies.
Science
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

Can orbital data centers help justify a massive valuation for SpaceX? | TechCrunch

SpaceX plans to raise $75 billion through an IPO, focusing on orbital data centers as a key future initiative.
Law
fromFortune
9 hours ago

The founder of a $2.5 million AI-powered legal business started work at her DA's office at just 12 years old | Fortune

Logan Brown founded Soxton, an AI-powered law firm, at 30, after discovering her passion for law as a child.
Silicon Valley
fromFortune
2 days ago

I helped build Uber and Discord and now my tools help fuel billion-dollar unicorns. But Silicon Valley is losing the AI race to itself | Fortune

Silicon Valley is falling behind in innovation due to slow adaptation to social demands and a focus on preserving existing business models.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Anthropic is having a moment in the private markets; SpaceX could spoil the party | TechCrunch

Demand for Anthropic shares is surging, while OpenAI shares struggle to find buyers, highlighting a complex narrative in the private securities market.
#ai
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago
Venture

It's not your imagination: AI seed startups are commanding higher valuations | TechCrunch

Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early stage AI startups | TechCrunch

Runway is launching a $10 million fund to invest in AI, media, and world simulation startups, aiming to create a video intelligence ecosystem.
Business
fromFortune
2 days ago

Leaders push for a 'Manhattan Project' and public-private solutions around AI and labor | Fortune

AI could create a talent and job crisis, necessitating collaboration between public and private sectors to manage the transition effectively.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

It's not your imagination: AI seed startups are commanding higher valuations | TechCrunch

AI companies are experiencing inflated valuations and seed rounds due to high investor interest and competition.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
5 days ago

Exclusive: Runway launches $10M fund, Builders program to support early stage AI startups | TechCrunch

Runway is launching a $10 million fund to invest in AI, media, and world simulation startups, aiming to create a video intelligence ecosystem.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

5 best new restaurant openings and dining updates in Boston (April 3, 2026)

Greater Boston's dining scene is expanding with new restaurant openings from renowned chefs and diverse eateries in the coming months.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

BU rally pushes back on Pride flag removals, calls for policy change

The rally, held at 1 Silber Way, was organized by Terrier Courage, a group that has collected more than 2,000 signatures on a petition urging the university to reconsider its rules on displays on public-facing windows and walls.
Boston
#hubspot
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 days ago

HubSpot moves to outcome-based pricing for some Breeze AI agents | MarTech

HubSpot is implementing outcome-based pricing for its Breeze AI agents to better reflect their value and improve usability.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

HubSpot Price Target Cut Despite LLM Tools Not Being a Material Threat

HubSpot's price target was cut to $325, but analysts believe AI tools do not pose a significant threat to its business.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
3 days ago

HubSpot moves to outcome-based pricing for some Breeze AI agents | MarTech

HubSpot is implementing outcome-based pricing for its Breeze AI agents to better reflect their value and improve usability.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

HubSpot Price Target Cut Despite LLM Tools Not Being a Material Threat

HubSpot's price target was cut to $325, but analysts believe AI tools do not pose a significant threat to its business.
Startup companies
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

AI Startups Are Battling for Fresh Tech Talent, Offering Up to $400,000 Salaries and Big Bonus Packages to New Grads

AI startups are raising base salaries to attract top talent, with median pay for software engineers now at $200,000.
#openai
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

OpenAI Just Raised a Record-Breaking $122 Billion to Build an 'AI Superapp.' Here's What That Means.

OpenAI closed a $122 billion funding round, achieving an $852 billion valuation and plans to create an AI superapp unifying its tools.
Podcast
fromFast Company
2 days ago

What to know about OpenAI's surprise acquisition of TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the tech podcast TBPN while ensuring its editorial independence.
Media industry
fromTNW | Investors-Funding
2 days ago

OpenAI has acquired the Silicon Valley talk show TBPN

OpenAI has acquired the Technology Business Programming Network, maintaining its editorial independence while integrating it into its strategy organization.
Artificial intelligence
fromEntrepreneur
3 days ago

OpenAI Just Raised a Record-Breaking $122 Billion to Build an 'AI Superapp.' Here's What That Means.

OpenAI closed a $122 billion funding round, achieving an $852 billion valuation and plans to create an AI superapp unifying its tools.
Marketing
fromInc
2 days ago

Is Your Company Focusing on Generative Engine Optimization?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) requires marketers to adapt strategies for AI-driven search, focusing on relevance and collaboration across PR, content, and SEO.
#artificial-intelligence
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is real - but great companies don't need to mine it | Fortune

AI dominates investment conversations, but not all successful companies need to be AI-focused.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

For most workplace tasks, AI is good enough to pass but not good enough to impress, MIT finds | Fortune

AI technology is improving but still struggles to meet quality standards in many workplace tasks.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

The AI gold rush is real - but great companies don't need to mine it | Fortune

AI dominates investment conversations, but not all successful companies need to be AI-focused.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
1 day ago

For most workplace tasks, AI is good enough to pass but not good enough to impress, MIT finds | Fortune

AI technology is improving but still struggles to meet quality standards in many workplace tasks.
#entrepreneurship
Careers
fromFortune
5 days ago

I was rejected 33 times and built a $390 million company - at 48 years old. Age bias in tech is costing us all | Fortune

Reinvention after 40 is often dismissed as a midlife crisis, but it can be a calculated and economically beneficial choice.
Careers
fromFortune
5 days ago

I was rejected 33 times and built a $390 million company - at 48 years old. Age bias in tech is costing us all | Fortune

Reinvention after 40 is often dismissed as a midlife crisis, but it can be a calculated and economically beneficial choice.
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Commonwealth Fusion Systems leans on magnets for near-term revenue | TechCrunch

It's the largest deal of this kind to date for CFS, according to COO Rick Needham. The collaboration with Realta Fusion emphasizes the importance of high-temperature superconducting magnets in advancing fusion technology.
OMG science
fromPycon
5 days ago
Python

Introducing the 8 Companies on Startup Row at PyCon US 2026

Startup Row at PyCon US 2026 showcases early-stage companies leveraging Python to address evolving challenges in AI, data, and developer tooling.
Growth hacking
fromwww.businessinsider.com
4 days ago

Tech creators are getting the star treatment at a new talent management firm

Tech creators are being prioritized by brands, with new management firms like Kernel Management emerging to support their growth and partnerships.
Toronto startup
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey is putting AV firms on blast for using human staffers

Human operators are essential for self-driving cars, raising concerns about safety, communication, and industry standards.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

What Fast-Moving Digital Industries Teach Us About Business Agility

Fast-moving industries exemplify business agility by rapidly adapting to trends and customer needs, a practice all businesses should adopt.
#venture-capital
Fundraising
fromAlleywatch
6 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

The 15 Largest US Funding Rounds of February 2026

US startups raised over $53B in February 2026 across significant funding rounds, highlighting trends in venture capital.
Fundraising
fromAlleywatch
6 days ago

#NYCtech Week in Review: 3/22/26 - 3/28/26

NYC startups raised significant funding this week, including Thesis Care's $45M and Spade's $40M in Series A and B rounds respectively.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.
Venture
fromAlleywatch
1 week ago

The 15 Largest US Funding Rounds of February 2026

US startups raised over $53B in February 2026 across significant funding rounds, highlighting trends in venture capital.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
9 hours ago

I'm a VC who bets on AI. What keeps me up at night isn't the idea of these companies failing-quite the opposite | Fortune

AI's rapid advancement threatens the relevance of current business models, prompting a shift in venture capital investment strategies.
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 day ago

Meta's CTO has some advice for college students wanting to work in tech: 'Constantly be building.'

You just have to immerse yourself in it. You should just constantly be building. That's what's going to give you the best chance of having the relevant skill set that is needed to make a difference in technology.
Education
#boston-restaurants
Boston food
fromBoston Magazine
2 days ago

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2026

Boston's dining scene features exciting new restaurants and revisits to older spots, offering diverse culinary experiences.
Boston food
fromBoston Magazine
2 days ago

Where to Eat in Greater Boston in April 2026

Boston's dining scene features exciting new restaurants and revisits to older spots, offering diverse culinary experiences.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

5 restaurants we can't wait to try in April

New global restaurants in Boston include coastal Greek, Chinese-Peruvian, and wood-fired Spanish cuisines, opening throughout April.
Venture
fromEntrepreneur
2 days ago

What I'm Seeing As a Startup Investor in 2026

Fundraising now requires execution proof and deep understanding of metrics, shifting from storytelling to disciplined preparation.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

She knit an MBTA-themed sweater inspired by her commutes. The internet is loving it.

"There's been a lot of just public transit fervor going on. I have always taken the MBTA, so it's definitely a sight I'm familiar with."
Boston
Science
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

SpaceX, Amazon, and Google want data centers in orbit - four engineering barriers stand in the way - Silicon Canals

The race for orbital data centers is about controlling the future of computing on Earth, not just computing in space.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
2 days ago

Baltimore is pushing back against AI's worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Baltimore is addressing the risks of AI, exemplified by a lawsuit against xAI for generating illegal content.
Tech industry
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Google battles Chinese open weights models with Gemma 4

Google launched new open-weights Gemma models optimized for agentic AI and coding, offering enterprises a domestic alternative to Chinese LLMs.
Podcast
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Exclusive: Beehiiv expands into podcasting, taking aim at Patreon | TechCrunch

Beehiiv introduces native podcast hosting, allowing creators to host, distribute, and monetize podcasts directly on the platform.
Boston Celtics
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Brown scores 43, Tatum has triple-double, and Celtics run away from Heat, 147-129

Boston Celtics set a franchise record with 53 points in the first quarter, defeating the Miami Heat 147-129.
London startup
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Why Chinese tech companies are racing to set up in Hong Kong

Yunji aims to use Hong Kong for international expansion amid challenges faced by Chinese tech firms abroad.
#boston
Boston food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

Where Was The Drama Filmed? A Look at the Boston Locations for the Unconventional Rom-Com

The Drama is a romantic comedy-turned-thriller set in Boston, exploring a couple's relationship before their wedding.
Boston food
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

Where Was The Drama Filmed? A Look at the Boston Locations for the Unconventional Rom-Com

The Drama is a romantic comedy-turned-thriller set in Boston, exploring a couple's relationship before their wedding.
Business
fromEngadget
1 day ago

Banks working on the SpaceX IPO reportedly have to subscribe to Grok

Elon Musk requires banks and firms working on SpaceX's IPO to subscribe to Grok, despite its controversial nature.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Oracle layoffs begin globally; impact on Mass. workforce unclear

Oracle is laying off employees globally as part of a broader organizational change, with estimates of up to 30,000 job cuts.
Startup companies
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Jack Dorsey says Block employees now bring prototypes not slide decks to meetings

Block CEO Jack Dorsey has eliminated slide decks in favor of prototypes for meetings, emphasizing real-time modifications and reduced costs of decision-making.
fromFast Company
4 days ago

China is moving faster on next-gen tech. The U.S. is trying to keep up

In recent weeks, China approved the world's first commercial brain-computer interface medical device and unveiled a five-ton class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that has already completed a public flight.
Science
Boston Celtics
fromESPN.com
3 days ago

Celtics catch fire vs. Heat in 'exceptional' offensive night

Boston Celtics scored 53 points in the first quarter, marking the second-highest-scoring first quarter in NBA history.
Bootstrapping
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

What we're looking for in Startup Battlefield 2026 and how to put your best application forward | TechCrunch

Founders often underestimate their potential and should apply to Startup Battlefield regardless of perceived readiness or traction.
Education
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

A new program will make Boston the 1st major-city school district to require AI training

Boston will implement an AI educational program to ensure all public high school graduates are proficient in AI by September.
Boston
fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
3 days ago

Are More People Moving Into Boston Or Are They Leaving? Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

Massachusetts experiences domestic outmigration, but overall population growth continues due to international immigration and higher birth rates.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Startup funding shatters all records in Q1 | TechCrunch

Global startup investment reached $297 billion in Q1 2026, driven by four record-breaking deals, significantly surpassing previous funding levels.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

3Fourteen's Pies: AI and semis are 'where the underlying strength is'

The semiconductor sector is experiencing unprecedented demand driven by AI and data center growth.
OMG science
fromHarvard Gazette
2 weeks ago

Ultra-cool step toward transformative technologies - Harvard Gazette

Harvard physicists enhanced a pressure measurement device with quantum sensors to study superconductors, revealing new insights into why promising superconductor materials produce inconsistent results.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Here are the richest people in Massachusetts, according to Forbes

Forbes released its annual World's Billionaires List this week, and it's the biggest one yet. The ranking now includes a record 3,428 entrepreneurs, investors, and heirs who together hold an unprecedented $20.1 trillion in wealth, up $4 trillion from last year. The United States leads the pack with 989 billionaires, and nearly 30 of them have ties to Massachusetts.
US news
Bootstrapping
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

The Shift Every Founder Must Make to Achieve Exponential Growth

Founders must transition from instinct-driven habits to structured systems for scaling their businesses effectively.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Globe Magazine names New England's 50 fastest-growing companies

New England's 50 fastest-growing companies excelled despite economic challenges, showcasing remarkable growth in various sectors.
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

StrictlyVC San Francisco is in less than a month | TechCrunch

Nicolas Sauvage, president of TDK Ventures, will explain the unique operations of corporate VCs and what founders should know about attracting investment.
Venture
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

After 'No Kings' rally, local organizers are looking to sustain momentum. What's next?

The 'No Kings' coalition in Boston emphasizes ongoing engagement and plans for May Day mobilization with weekly actions and community involvement.
#ai-adoption
fromHarvard Business Review
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Strategy Summit 2026: Who's Going to Succeed with AI?

Successful AI adopters distinguish themselves through culture, addressing the productivity gap created by AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
3 days ago

New MIT jobs report: Why AI's work impact will roll in like a rising tide, not a crashing wave

AI's impact on jobs may take longer than expected, allowing workers more time to adapt.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Clover Food Lab puts itself on the market

Clover Food Lab is seeking a buyer after stabilizing post-bankruptcy and plans to expand its locations across New England.
Venture
fromTNW | Startups-Technology
5 days ago

Standing Ovation raises 30M Series B round

Standing Ovation raised €30 million for US commercial rollout of Advanced Casein, produced through precision fermentation from dairy waste streams.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Microsoft takes on AI rivals with three new foundational models | TechCrunch

Microsoft AI released three foundational AI models for text, voice, and image generation, emphasizing human-centered design and competitive pricing.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

How did the 'Seger bar' guy get Gov. Healey for his latest video?

Governor Maura Healey made a guest appearance in a viral video judging bars by their ability to play Bob Seger.
fromMedium
1 week ago

From MIT to Fortune 500: Meet the AI Leaders Speaking at the AI X Leadership Summit

The AI X Leadership Summit is designed for executives and technical leaders navigating the complex realities of AI adoption, governance, workforce transformation, and innovation.
Artificial intelligence
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Boston's innovation economy hits a new milestone in global rankings

Five Boston-area companies achieved record representation on LexisNexis's Top 100 Global Innovators list, demonstrating the region's leadership in biotech, life sciences, and consumer technology innovation.
Startup companies
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Two Boston startups join the race to create the next major weight-loss drug

Boston startups Vivtex and Nimbus Therapeutics partner with major pharmaceutical companies to develop next-generation oral obesity treatments using advanced drug delivery and AI technologies.
Startup companies
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 months ago

Inside the trend of tech 'spinouts' solving real-world problems | Computer Weekly

Hospitality operators built in-house data-management technology to solve fragmented, manual post-pandemic processes and then spun those solutions out as products for the sector.
Startup companies
fromThe Drum
2 months ago

How to accelerate your corporate accelerator and make it more attractive to startups

Corporate accelerators must be designed to deliver genuine win-win-win partnerships between brands, agencies, and startups to avoid exploitation and build trust.
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