Databricks CEO says SaaS isn’t dead, but AI will soon make it irrelevant
AI isn’t going to replace major SaaS apps with vibe-coded versions, Databricks Ali Ghodsi believes. But it could give rise to competitors.
The Download: inside the QuitGPT movement, and EVs in Africa
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. A “QuitGPT” campaign is urging people to cancel their ChatGPT subscriptions In September, Alfred Stephen, a freelance software developer in Singapore, purchased a ChatGPT Plus subscription, which costs $20 a month and offers…
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Anthropic’s India expansion collides with a local company that already had the name
India’s Anthropic Software has taken the U.S. AI giant to court over a name dispute.
Solo Bitcoin Mining: Your Next Passive Income Play
These compact devices let you participate in Bitcoin’s network without warehouse-level costs.
The Personal Branding Myth That’s Overwhelming CEOs — and the Reality That Simplifies Everything
Here’s the minimum effective visibility required for CEOs to build trust, credibility and authority without sacrificing their time or focus.
ChatGPT rolls out ads
ChatGPT ads will display for users on the the free and low-cost “Go” plans.
Lidar-maker Ouster buys vision company StereoLabs as sensor consolidation continues
Ouster is paying $35 million along with 1.8 million shares.
Mastered Your Craft? Now Master This One Skill That Determines Whether Your Business Thrives or Just Survives.
Successful selling requires adapting your message to the outcomes your customer cares about, not the features you built.
Retail Expansion Isn’t Scary — Here’s 6 Ways to Make It Work for You
Let’s face it, retail expansion can be a daunting process, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips every founder can find useful along the path from direct-to-consumer to retail darling.
So, what’s going on with Musicboard?
Is Musicboard shutting down? Company says no, but users are worried.
Harvey reportedly raising at $11B valuation just months after it hit $8B
After announcing $190 million in ARR in December, Harvey may be raising again a big leap in valuation.