Here’s How a Government Shutdown Affects Small Businesses, From Loans to Foot Traffic
The federal government shut down on Wednesday.
ALS stole this musician’s voice. AI let him sing again.
There are tears in the audience as Patrick Darling’s song begins to play. It’s a heartfelt song written for his great-grandfather, whom he never got the chance to meet. But this performance is emotional for another reason: It’s Darling’s first time on stage with his bandmates since he lost the ability to sing two years…
OpenAI’s new social app is filled with terrifying Sam Altman deepfakes
OpenAI’s Sora app makes it too easy for people to create misleading AI content.
5 Lessons for Leaders in the Age of Constant Change
Five timeless lessons from a career spent leading teams through constant reinvention, from law enforcement to big tech to blockchain.
Why Gold’s Record Run Signals a Global Crisis of Confidence
Gold’s surge past $3,700 reflects deep concerns over global debt, policy constraints and currency debasement, signaling a structural shift in how investors view value and risk.
Waymo can keep testing robotaxis in NYC until end of 2025
Waymo’s permit to test autonomous vehicles in New York City has been extended to the end of the year, giving the company a few more months to make it big in the Big Apple.
AI Can Already Outperform Even Your Smartest Hire — Here’s What You Need to Set Your Dream Team Apart
As AI takes over complex decision-making, emotional intelligence — not raw intellect — will define the teams that thrive in the future.
Meta Is Using Your AI Chatbot Conversations for the Ad Algorithm on Facebook and Instagram
The change to AI-informed ads takes effect globally on December 16.
Meet the end-of-life planning startup co-founded by NBA All Star Russell Westbrook
Eazewell helps families navigate end-of-life planning, from coordinating a funeral to cancelling someone’s mail, with the help of AI.
Sources: Gusto paid $600M to acquire Guideline, plans to divest customers linked to rivals
While the HR Tech Guideline was last valued at $1.15 billion, the sale will likely yield a profit for most investors.
Prickly Pear Health will showcase how it’s helping women’s brain health at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025
Prickly Pear Health provides medical support for women’s brain health, a voice-first, AI-powered companion that helps women in their 30s to 50s navigate the hormonal changes that affect brain health.