A study identified 99 companies that overcame stagnation to achieve breakout growth, highlighting that stagnation is not inevitable. This matters as it provides a roadmap for other firms seeking to revitalize their growth trajectories.
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OpenAI introduced new API updates, including GPT-5 Pro and Sora 2, to attract developers. These advancements are significant for industries requiring high accuracy and creative video generation.
Prezent has secured $30 million in funding to enhance its AI-powered presentation services, including the acquisition of Prezentium.
Rodney Brooks warns of an investment bubble in humanoid robots, citing challenges in dexterity and market readiness.
Datacurve has raised $15 million in Series A funding to enhance its AI data collection strategies, focusing on high-quality datasets for software development.
Super.money, a Flipkart spinoff, partners with Juspay to enhance its D2C checkout services, targeting $100 million in revenue by 2026.
Reflection AI, founded by ex-Google DeepMind researchers, has raised $2 billion to develop open-source AI models, positioning itself against major players like OpenAI.
Duolingo has announced it will never open an office in San Francisco, emphasizing its commitment to maintaining its culture in Pittsburgh.
AI is transforming transportation, with leaders from Uber and Nuro discussing advancements at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.
Knapsack raises $10 million to enhance collaboration between design and engineering teams, addressing inefficiencies in digital product development.
Top investors will discuss funding opportunities in the space economy at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, focusing on startup strategies and investment trends.
DoorDash has announced a multi-year partnership with Serve Robotics to utilize autonomous delivery robots in Los Angeles and beyond.