Is SoftBank the $100 Billion Kingmaker of AI?

September 5, 2025
The Power Behind the Curtain Artificial intelligence is not just a wave—it’s the foundation of a new industrial era. And standing at the center of this seismic shift is SoftBank’s Vision Fund, armed with over $100 billion in capital. The fund isn’t merely investing in AI; it's engineering its structural foundation, determining which technologies and […]
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Who’s Pouring Billions Into AI—and What Are They Really Betting On?

September 5, 2025
AI’s Capital Catalysts: Who’s Leading the Charge? Artificial intelligence is not just a technology wave; it's a new industrial revolution, and its trajectory is being shaped by a handful of powerful investors. From mega-funds like SoftBank Vision Fund to Silicon Valley’s leading venture firms, the flow of capital reveals where the next breakthroughs will emerge. […]
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Why Do Investors Keep Betting Billions on Bret Taylor?

September 5, 2025
Who Is Bret Taylor? Bret Steven Taylor has emerged as one of Silicon Valley’s most trusted leaders—a rare operator equally at home in consumer apps, enterprise software, and AI. Today, he is CEO of Sierra, the AI customer service startup recently valued at $10 billion, as well as chairman of OpenAI’s board. He also sits […]
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Is Sierra the $10B Startup That Will Reinvent Customer Service?

September 5, 2025
A $10 Billion Milestone in AI The artificial intelligence boom has minted another heavyweight. Sierra, co-founded by former Salesforce co-CEO Bret Taylor and Google veteran Clay Bavor, has soared to a $10 billion valuation after raising $350 million in its latest funding round led by Greenoaks Capital. In just 18 months, Sierra has secured a […]
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Review: teamLab Planets Tokyo – An Explosion of the Mind

September 3, 2025
Review: teamLab Planets Tokyo – An Explosion of the Mind For many UK visitors, Tokyo is a city that already dazzles with neon brilliance, culinary wonders and cultural treasures at every turn. But even among its vast list of attractions, teamLab Planets Tokyo stands apart. It is not just a museum or gallery—it is an […]
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Who Really Challenges Apple in Streaming, Fitness & AI?

August 28, 2025
Beyond the iPhone: Who Really Challenges Apple in Streaming, Fitness & AI? Apple may dominate our pockets with the iPhone, but its broader ecosystem—streaming, fitness, and artificial intelligence—is where competition is heating up. And while Apple is famously secretive, rivals aren’t waiting around. For consumers, this isn’t just about Apple losing ground—it’s about finally getting […]
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Can Anything Really Rival Apple’s Tech Empire?

August 28, 2025
Apple vs The World: Who Really Rivals the Tech Giant? Apple is one of the most valuable companies globally, with an ecosystem that spans iPhones, MacBooks, Apple Watches, and services like Apple Music, Apple TV+, and iCloud. But even a tech powerhouse like Apple faces stiff competition, both direct and indirect. From premium smartphone rivals […]
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Apple’s September Drop Promises More Than Just an iPhone

August 28, 2025
Apple’s September 2025 Event: What’s Really Coming Apple doesn’t just launch products—it creates moments. Every September, the company turns a product reveal into a cultural spectacle, and this year’s event, set for September 9, 2025, promises to be one of its most ambitious yet. From slimmer-than-ever iPhones to AI-powered software updates, here’s everything we know […]
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Have AI Tools Become the Hacker’s Playground?

August 28, 2025
Claude, ChatGPT, and Cybercrime: Have AI Tools Become the Hacker’s Playground? Artificial intelligence promised us productivity boosts, smarter workflows, and maybe even robot assistants that could take meeting notes. What we didn’t sign up for? Hackers using the same tools to launch cyberattacks at scale. New research shows that cybercriminals are experimenting with generative AI […]
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The digital age of accounting: How is AI transforming the industry?

August 27, 2025
The digital age of accounting: How is AI transforming the industry? By Stuart Brown - Head of Technical and Compliance at Duncan & Toplis The growing development and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) across all facets of business and wider society is transforming many industries, including accountancy. In the UK alone, the AI market is […]
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From Chatbots to AI Agents: The New Face of Customer Engagement

August 27, 2025
AI-powered chatbots have moved far beyond simple scripts to become a critical component of modern customer engagement. For digital marketers and business owners, understanding how to leverage this technology is no longer a luxury but a necessity. The evolution from basic chatbots to sophisticated AI agents is revolutionizing how businesses interact with their customers, offering […]
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AI in Schools: Is it A Threat to Real Education?

August 22, 2025
AI in the Classroom: Innovation or Erosion of Education? Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a Silicon Valley buzzword—it’s entering classrooms across the UK and the US at a rapid pace. Schools are experimenting with AI-driven lesson plans, automated grading, and even chatbot tutors. But beneath the hype lies a serious question: is AI […]
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