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Blockverse Series to Bring DePIN Infrastructure Summit to Singapore as Compute Demand Grows

Sep 4, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Blockverse Series Plans Singapore Summit Focused on DePIN, Compute and Physical Infrastructure

Blockverse Series is preparing an infrastructure-focused gathering in Singapore on Oct. 6, bringing together participants working across decentralized physical infrastructure networks, computing, energy and Web3 as demand for the physical systems behind digital services continues to expand. The event is expected to focus on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks, commonly known as DePIN, and the practical … Read more

AI Models Show Greater Hiring Bias Than Humans, New Study Finds

Aug 23, 2026Aug 20, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

AI models and evaluating diverse job candidates on digital hiring screens, illustrating AI hiring bias and risks from automated recruitment.

Researchers at Princeton University and the University of Chicago tested AI models, including ChatGPT, Claude and Gemini, in a simulated hiring exercise adapted from an earlier psychology study. According to research, Artificial intelligence models can develop new stereotypes from limited experience and separate job candidates by demographic group more strongly than humans. The models acted … Read more

Motadata and Smartdata Accelerate Enterprise Automation Through Partner Enablement

Aug 13, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Enterprise Automation workshop by Motadata and Smartdata Technologies

Motadata and Smartdata Technologies Limited held a partner enablement workshop in Bangladesh focused on strengthening sales and technical expertise around integrated IT service management, automated patching and IT asset management, highlighting the growing role of Enterprise Automation in simplifying modern IT operations. The Motadata ServiceOps workshop, held Aug. 12 at Jheel Maestria, brought together sales … Read more

South Korea Becomes Higgsfield’s Second-Largest Market Amid AI Video Boom

Aug 12, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Higgsfield Deepens South Korea Push With ‘Hell Grind’ AI Film Screening in Seoul

AI video startup Higgsfield is deepening its presence in South Korea after the country emerged as its second-largest market globally, underscoring how rapidly generative video technology is moving into one of the world’s most influential entertainment and digital-content industries. Higgsfield said adoption in South Korea has increased by an average of 55% month over month … Read more

AI Marketing Minds Launches Global Community to Accelerate Practical AI Adoption in Marketing

Jul 29, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Marketing professionals collaborate during an AI Marketing Minds conference discussing AI-powered marketing automation, analytics and customer engagement.

As artificial intelligence continues reshaping how organizations engage customers, analyze consumer behavior and optimize advertising performance, a new industry initiative is aiming to bridge the gap between AI innovation and practical marketing execution. AI Marketing Minds, a newly launched global community powered by Marketing Ninja, has announced plans to bring together marketers, startup founders, AI … Read more

VAP Group Announces Global Trading Show in Abu Dhabi

Jul 28, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Delegates attend the Global Trading Show in a luxury conference venue featuring AI, fintech and multi-asset trading technologies.

Abu Dhabi is set to strengthen its position as a global financial innovation hub with the launch of the Global Trading Show, a new international event designed to bring together participants from every major asset class under a single platform. Scheduled for Dec. 15-16, 2026, at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, the event is expected … Read more

Germany Expands State Investment and Procurement Support for Defense Startups

Aug 24, 2026Jul 26, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Engineers working on defense technology at a German robotics startup

Germany is expanding government financing and procurement support for defense startups as Berlin looks to keep promising young companies at home and accelerate development of technologies increasingly viewed as important to European security. The measures are part of Germany’s new Startup and Scaleup Strategy, approved by the federal cabinet July 22. The plan contains more … Read more

U.S. Data Center Expansion Faces Growing Public and Political Resistance

Aug 26, 2026Jul 18, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Large U.S. data center campus near electrical infrastructure and a local community.

Public opposition to data center construction is becoming a significant constraint on the U.S. artificial intelligence infrastructure boom, as concerns over electricity demand, utility costs, land use and local decision-making move from community meetings into state policy and national politics. Resistance that was already visible through nationwide protests in July has continued to grow. New … Read more

PwC Global Chairman Says AI Is Creating Jobs, Not Mass Layoffs

Jun 26, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Artificial intelligence is creating new jobs and reshaping work rather than triggering widespread layoffs, according to PwC Global Chairman Mohamed Kande, who challenged one of the most common narratives surrounding AI adoption. Speaking in an interview with CNBC during the VivaTech conference in Paris, Kande said companies implementing AI at scale are expanding their workforces … Read more

AI Is Reshaping Entry-Level Jobs — and the Career Ladder With Them

Aug 26, 2026Jun 22, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Young professional using AI tools while learning from an experienced colleague.

Artificial intelligence is changing entry-level work around the world, with more than one in three young workers employed in occupations facing medium-to-high exposure to AI-driven task change, according to research from the World Economic Forum and PwC. The immediate concern is job availability. But a broader problem is emerging as AI takes over routine work … Read more

Five Startups Won VivaTech 2026 Prizes — Here’s What They’re Building

Aug 26, 2026Jun 19, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

VivaTech 2026 startup prize winners representing AI security, biotech, healthcare and industrial innovation.

Five startups working across artificial intelligence security, biotechnology, healthcare, critical minerals and accessible technology won major prizes at VivaTech 2026 in Paris, highlighting the range of technologies attracting attention from one of Europe’s largest startup events. The VivaTech Startup Prizes, announced June 19, recognized Endolith, SURGiA, HODOR, Alithea Biotechnology and AssisTech Smart Shower across five … Read more

Y Combinator Expands Microsoft Deal as AI Startups Face Bigger Infrastructure Demands

Aug 26, 2026Jun 19, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Y Combinator and Microsoft partnership supporting AI startups with cloud infrastructure.

Y Combinator and Microsoft are expanding their relationship around artificial intelligence, giving eligible YC founders access to Microsoft’s cloud, AI development and startup resources as young AI companies face infrastructure requirements that increasingly resemble those of larger technology businesses. The agreement also goes beyond benefits for YC-backed companies. Y Combinator is itself using Microsoft Azure … Read more

Accelerate Prosperity Links AI Strategy With $20M Central Asia Startup Fund

Aug 26, 2026Jun 17, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Entrepreneurs discussing startup investment through Accelerate Prosperity's Central Asia programs.

Accelerate Prosperity is expanding its approach to startup support by combining artificial intelligence, data-driven investment tools and climate-focused finance as the Aga Khan Development Network initiative broadens its activities across Central and South Asia and explores a presence in Europe. The strategy was discussed during a four-day Accelerate Prosperity workshop in Istanbul from June 2-5, … Read more

Databricks Honors Global Partners at 2026 Data + AI Summit With More Than 65 Awards

Jun 16, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Leading American software company Databricks recognized the achievements of its global partner ecosystem at the 2026 Data + AI Summit, highlighting the role of more than 8,000 partners in advancing data and artificial intelligence solutions worldwide. The Databricks Partner Awards, which included more than 65 categories, honored consulting firms, system integrators and independent software vendors … Read more

Igniting Africa’s Digital Future: EMECEXPO 2026 to Host 25000+ Innovators in Casablanca

Jun 15, 2026Jun 14, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Africa’s Digital Commerce Leaders to Converge at EMECEXPO in Morocco

Organizers of the EMECEXPO leading international exhibition dedicated to e-commerce, digital marketing and digital growth, announced that the 2026 edition will take place from December 3 to 5 at the Casablanca International Fair (OFEC) in Morocco. Expected to attract more than 25,000 attendees from across Africa and beyond, EMECEXPO 2026 will bring together e-commerce brands, … Read more

EmpowHER in AI Heads to Singapore as Women Push for Bigger Role in AI Leadership

Aug 26, 2026Jun 12, 2026 by Jasmin Watson

Women technology leaders networking at an AI industry event in Singapore.

Women founders, investors and technology professionals will gather in Singapore on Oct. 6 for EmpowHER in AI, an industry event focused on increasing women’s participation and leadership in artificial intelligence. The gathering comes as women remain underrepresented across the global AI workforce and particularly in leadership roles, despite signs that the gender gap in AI … Read more

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