OpenAI to acquire the team behind executive coaching AI tool Convogo
OpenAI is acquiring the team behind executive coaching AI tool Convogo in an all-stock deal, adding to the firm’s M&A spree.
Why 2026 is a hot year for lithium
In 2026, I’m going to be closely watching the price of lithium. If you’re not in the habit of obsessively tracking commodity markets, I certainly don’t blame you. (Though the news lately definitely makes the case that minerals can have major implications for global politics and the economy.) But lithium is worthy of a close…
January 2026
Anduril’s Palmer Luckey thinks the future of tech is in the past
Luckey, who initially made his fortune in VR and now runs the defense contractor Anduril, and Ohanian both seemed to agree: Stuff was better in the old days.
Disney+ is launching short-form videos this year
The move comes as Disney launched a personalized vertical video feed in the ESPN app last year.
America’s new dietary guidelines ignore decades of scientific research
The new year has barely begun, but the first days of 2026 have brought big news for health. On Monday, the US’s federal health agency upended its recommendations for routine childhood vaccinations—a move that health associations worry puts children at unnecessary risk of preventable disease. There was more news from the federal government on Wednesday,…
Illinois health department exposed over 700,000 residents’ personal data for years
The security lapse exposed personal information belonging to residents who received state benefits.
Nvidia’s reportedly asking Chinese customers to pay upfront its for H200 AI chips
Nvidia is now requiring its customers in China to pay upfront in full for its H200 AI chips even as approval Stateside and from Beijing remains uncertain.
OpenAI Launches ChatGPT Health as a ‘Dedicated Space’ for Medical Questions
The new feature integrates medical records and wellness apps—but comes with disclaimers.
Why the Future of Real Estate Tech Belongs to Suburbs, Not Skyscrapers
The next phase of U.S. PropTech will shift from enterprise high-rises to practical software built for the residential majority beyond major cities.
Snowflake announces its intent to buy observability platform Observe
Snowflake is bolstering its data stack to make the platform better suited to the sheer volume of data produced by AI agents.
If Your Culture Is Off, So Is Your Profit — Here’s How to Make Sure They Align
Culture is no longer a perk or a vibe — it’s a core business strategy that directly shapes trust, loyalty and revenue.