More than 80 young men and women presented innovative business ideas during the regional round of the World Startup Championship 2026 in Gilgit, organizers said. The pitching session, held at uFusion Pvt. Ltd., brought together aspiring entrepreneurs from across Gilgit-Baltistan as part of SEE Pakistan’s efforts to empower the next generation of innovators. The World … Read more
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
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 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 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 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
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
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
In October 2025, Elon Musk, the founder and CEO of SpaceX, briefly became the first individual in history to reach a net worth of $500 billion — a landmark achievement that underscored his growing influence in global technology and innovation. Just eight months later, on June 12, 2026, SpaceX shattered records once again with the … Read more
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
Analog Devices Inc. (ADI), a global semiconductor leader, is celebrating 50 years of operations in Ireland, marking a significant milestone for its Limerick campus, which has grown from a small 13-person operation in 1976 into a major European center for research, development, and manufacturing. The company, which operates facilities in Limerick, Dublin, and Cork, now … Read more
Konvu, an AI-native vulnerability management platform, has won the inaugural Cyber Startup Award at Infosecurity Europe 2026, the continent’s largest information security event. The award, introduced this year in collaboration with UK Cyber Flywheel, aims to spotlight high-potential cybersecurity startups and support the next generation of innovators in the rapidly evolving security landscape. The winner … Read more
A significant cybersecurity incident has reportedly compromised the database of Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC), exposing the personal information of more than 1.5 million citizens. A threat actor claiming responsibility for the breach alleges that the leaked dataset contains extensive sensitive records. The cybercriminal recently advertised the dataset on a prominent cybercrime forum, claiming the … Read more
Michael Sonnenshein, one of the cryptocurrency industry’s most seasoned executives and former CEO of Grayscale Investments, is stepping away from digital assets to join an artificial intelligence-focused venture capital firm. Sonnenshein has been named partner and group president at Corner, a multi-stage venture firm investing across venture capital, infrastructure, and incubation. The move marks another … Read more
The Dublin Tech Summit 2026 concluded after two days of high-level discussions, networking, and insights, reinforcing the Irish capital’s position as a leading European hub for technology and innovation. The event brought together senior technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and global executives for conversations on the future of technology, with a particular emphasis on the next … Read more
Anthropic, the American artificial intelligence company behind the Claude chatbot, announced Thursday that it has raised $65 billion in Series H funding, pushing its post-money valuation to $965 billion. The massive round was led by Altimeter Capital, Dragoneer Investment Group, Greenoaks, and Sequoia Capital, with significant participation from a broad group of top-tier investors including … Read more