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Cracking the Crust: How AI and Robots are Kneading the Future of Baking
Robots in bakeries face a ‘sticky’ problem. Discover how AI, machine learning, and automation are overcoming tradition to reshape the future of food.
The £10 Link Tax: Is Facebook’s New Subscription the End of the Free Social Web?
Meta’s test of a £9.99 subscription for sharing links signals a major shift from free, ad-supported models to a paid, SaaS-like future for social media.
The Great AI Debate: Is Big Tech Unbeatable or Is History Repeating Itself?
Is the AI revolution a repeat of past tech waves where startups win, or has Big Tech built an unbeatable lead? We explore the two dominant views.
iRobot’s Downfall: A Cautionary Tale of Arrogance, AI, and the Perils of Ignoring Software
iRobot’s new CEO blames its downfall on the old guard’s “denial” and failure to innovate in AI and software. A deep dive into a tech giant’s collapse.
The Trillion-Dollar AI Illusion: Why Open Source is About to Pop the AI Bubble
The massive valuations of AI giants rest on a fragile assumption. Discover why open-source AI is set to pop the bubble and reshape the tech industry.
Waymo’s $100 Billion Gambit: Is the Robotaxi Revolution Finally Hitting the Streets?
Waymo seeks funds at a $100bn valuation, signaling a new era for AI-driven autonomous vehicles. What’s next for the robotaxi giant?
The Transatlantic Tech Dream on Hold: Why the US-UK AI Pact Stalled and What It Means for Innovation
An ambitious US-UK tech deal, crucial for AI and data sharing, has stalled over data privacy rules, creating uncertainty for startups and developers.
The AI Alliance on Hold: Why the Landmark US-UK Tech Deal Hit a Wall
The historic US-UK tech deal, promising a new era in AI safety and data sharing, has stalled. What went wrong, and what does it mean for the future?
The ‘Made by AI’ Label Is a Red Herring. Here’s What the Gaming Industry Taught Us.
The push for a “Made by AI” label seems like a simple solution for transparency, but the video game industry’s history shows it’s a flawed approach.
Your Calendar is Lying to You. Here’s How AI Can Make It Tell the Truth.
Your digital calendar is a source of chaos. A new wave of SaaS startups is using AI and automation to fight meeting overload and reclaim our most valuable asset: time.
More Than a Taskforce: Why the UK’s AI Superpower Dream Depends on Women in Tech
The UK’s new taskforce for women in tech is more than a policy move—it’s a critical step towards its goal of becoming a global AI superpower.
TikTok’s Ticking Clock: The High-Stakes Tech Chess Match for Its US Future
A US law forces TikTok’s sale, but its core AI is a technical and political hurdle. What does this mean for tech, startups, and the future of the internet?