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Google Slashes AI Subscription Price to $4.99 to Win Market Share
Google has slashed the monthly price of its AI Plus subscription by 37.
Mega-Rounds Boost VC Funding in 2025 Despite Headwinds
Anduril Industries, a defense technology startup, announced a staggering $5 billion Series H funding round, valuing the company at $30.
Nasdaq Economic Institute AI research shapes future markets and founders.
Since early 2025, new business applications have accelerated sharply.
Apple's AI strategy shows early signs of success
While other tech giants have committed a cumulative $900 billion to AI development, Apple plans to spend approximately $14 billion this year.
Startup Accelerators vs. Incubators: Which Is Better for Founders?
Companies completing an accelerator program raised $1.
IBM Ventures focuses on sports tech investment trends
The IBM Sports Tech Startup Prize Competition winner may be eligible for a paid proof of concept worth up to $100,000, according to the IBM newsroom .
Allen Control Systems raises $200M amid defense tech funding surge
Anduril, a defense tech startup, recently secured a $20 billion Army counter-drone contract and is projected to hit over $2 billion in revenue by 2025, signaling a rapid shift in military procurement
95% of Enterprise AI Pilots Fail to Scale: Understanding the Challenges
Only 5% of generative AI pilots successfully scale to full production, a stark reality behind the industry's AI hype, according to Thinkdigitalpartners .
How to Foster Innovation Culture in Established Enterprises in 2026?
Companies that successfully integrate every employee into the innovation process achieve five and a half times the revenue growth of their competitors, according to greatplacetowork .
Hong Kong startups unveil diverse tech innovations at VivaTech Paris
In June 2026, 24 Hong Kong startups will descend on Paris's VivaTech, pitching innovations from AI to climate tech.
Creator Fund Closes $56 Million Fund for European PhD Founders
In a surprising turn, Creator Fund has closed a $56 million fund for European PhD founders, a substantial increase from earlier reports of a $41 million first close, signaling rapid investor confidenc
OpenAI Overhauls ChatGPT for Super App Launch
In the coming weeks, ChatGPT will undergo its biggest overhaul since 2022, transforming into a 'superapp' with integrated coding tools and AI agents.
Notion Restores Anthropic Access After Opus Model Disruption
Early Sunday, Notion users found their AI-powered workflows abruptly halted.
Meta Launches Niche AI Apps, Paid Tiers for 2026
Instagram Plus has quietly launched at $3.
Trump administration explores equity stake in OpenAI
The Trump administration is reportedly in direct talks with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman about the U.
Sriram Krishnan Departs White House AI Advisor Role
On a Saturday in early June, Sriram Krishnan posted a message on X, quietly announcing his departure from his influential role as the White House's top artificial intelligence policy advisor.
WWDC 2026: Apple to Revamp Siri with Smarter AI
After years of lagging behind, Apple finalized a deal with Google to integrate Gemini models, a dramatic shift in its AI strategy.
Palantir Technologies expands enterprise AI into new commercial markets
Legal giant Kirkland & Ellis has co-developed an enterprise AI platform with Palantir, integrating its institutional knowledge directly into the system.
Hyundai Motor India Launches Innovation Challenge for Startups
Cambridge GaN Devices (CGD), a startup, recently won a Hyundai Open Innovation Challenge for its robust EV traction inverter technology.
Google Taps SpaceX for Cloud Compute Services
Google, a cloud infrastructure titan, reportedly pays SpaceX $920 million monthly for AI computing power, according to The New York Times and Bloomberg .
Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline approaches June 8
A last-minute extension has opened a critical window for startups to compete for $100,000 in non-dilutive funding at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Founders Share VC Horror Stories, Naming Names on Viral X Thread
At a $15M Series A pitch, a venture capitalist fell asleep.
Reid Hoffman to Depart Microsoft Board in 2026 Amid AI Focus
Reid Hoffman, LinkedIn co-founder and billionaire VC, informed Microsoft on June 2 he will not seek re-election to its board at the 2026 annual shareholder meeting.
Google Cloud Cultivates Southeast Asia AI Startup Innovation Corridor
In 2023, venture capital funding for Southeast Asian AI startups reached a record $5 billion, according to Preqin Data.
Meta Launches AI Agent for Business Automation on its Platforms
While Meta launched a new AI agent designed to automate business operations across its vast ecosystem, enterprise AI veteran C3.
Hyundai Launches Innovation Challenge 2026 for Mobility Startups
Hyundai Motor India, a major automotive manufacturer, has launched the Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026, a six-month program inviting startups to co-develop mobility and technology solutions.
Filtr privacy tool blocks iPhone and Mac app ads
A new ad-blocking feature for iPhones and Macs, Filtr, is being advertised with at least three different price points, ranging from $5 annually to $39.
StrictlyVC Los Angeles Event to Boost Defense Tech AI Fundraising
On June 18, venture capitalists will converge at The Aerospace Corporation Campus in El Segundo, a key hub for national security innovation, to fund the next generation of defense AI.
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky Launches Personal AI Lab
Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky is reportedly in the early stages of funding his own artificial intelligence lab, a personal venture separate from the multi-billion dollar company he leads.
AlphaSense funding round valuation hits $7.5 billion
AlphaSense, whose AI platform is now used by 90% of the S&P 100, secured $350 million in new funding, catapulting its valuation to $7.5 billion.