Jeff Bezos’s Prometheus raises $12B to build an ‘artificial general engineer’ for the physical world
The new round values the physical AI startup that aims to automate heavy engineering and drug design at $41 billion.
The Download: US robot restrictions, and ICE’s DNA grab
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. Trump’s AI protectionism has come for robotics —James O’Donnell Humanoid robots usually elicit more cringe than awe: They stumble, kick children, and despite advances are still worse at using their hands than my toddler. It’s…
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Your Anonymous Data Isn’t as Anonymous as You Think — And Your Business May Be More Exposed Than You Realize
Anonymized data doesn’t always protect privacy. Entrepreneurs must understand the risks of re-identification.
Want to Buy an AI Business? Here’s How to Cut Through the Hype and Evaluate What You’re Actually Getting.
Here’s why smart entrepreneurs evaluate the business before the AI.
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SpaceX officially prices shares at $135 in the largest IPO ever
Wits its official share pricing announcement, SpaceX’s IPO has begun.
Oracle warns of security bug that hackers abused to breach 100+ companies
The tech giant warned of a security flaw that a cybercrime gang said it’s exploiting as part of a mass-hacking campaign. Google said it notified more than 100 organizations that had potentially vulnerable servers.
SpaceX SPV investors won’t know their true holdings until post-IPO lock-ups lift
After SpaceX makes its public debut, lower-tier SPV investors face hidden fees, lengthy payout delays, and the risk of outright fraud.
Bluesky launches group chats, as company shifts focus to community features
Bluesky’s latest feature is group chats, arriving amid a shift in focus on building features for smaller communities.
Your AI-Powered Customer Service Is Putting Brand Trust on the Line. Here’s How to Optimize It.
As companies rush to deploy AI chatbots for cost savings, a hidden erosion of brand trust is underway.
I’ve Worked With Nearly 100 Franchise Owners. Here’s What the Most Successful Ones Almost Always Have in Common.
Successful franchise owners don’t start from scratch — they build these four strengths first.