CRMs are great for structured data but often miss the crucial “why” behind a deal. That’s why companies are layering in conversational AI to catch early warning signs. The big question is whether this tech can move from spotting patterns to actually improving forecasts.
The old model of collecting press logos is breaking down. As AI tools like ChatGPT mediate discovery, startups need to build a durable, consistent narrative that machines can learn from and trust.
Microsoft has issued its second out-of-band update in two weeks to clean up problems from the January 2026 Windows Security Update. The latest fix addresses apps, including Outlook, freezing when trying to access files on cloud storage like OneDrive.
Apple’s MacBook Pro lineup could see an unusually fast refresh cycle. According to a new report, we might get M5 Pro/Max models this spring, followed by a completely redesigned M6 model with OLED displays before the end of 2026.
PowerHouse Data Centers has executed a long-term hyperscale lease at its PowerHouse Arcola campus in Loudoun County, Virginia. The 37-acre campus is designed to support up to 120MW of power for AI and cloud workloads, marking a key expansion in Data Center Alley.
The AI revolution is creating a power crisis. A single new data center can demand as much energy as a small city, forcing utilities into a massive, urgent grid overhaul. The question isn’t if we need more power, but if we can build it fast enough.
OpenAI is launching a new global education initiative to integrate AI skills into national school systems. The move comes as the company’s own research highlights a stark and growing “capability overhang” between what AI can do and how it’s actually used worldwide.
New survey data reveals a significant rise in workplace AI use, but the growth is concentrated in tech, finance, and education. While many workers aren’t worried about job loss, researchers warn a vulnerable group of millions could be left behind.
The new year is already bringing a wave of job cuts. Business Insider reports that AI is being named as a direct reason for layoffs at companies like Angi, which is shedding 350 positions.
Stuck in a streaming rut, one writer turned to ChatGPT to plan a week of TV. The AI built a schedule around pro wrestling, crime docs, and a strict sleep cutoff, complete with a “no twisty shows after 8:30 PM” rule. The result was a surprisingly effective end to channel surfing.
