Salesforce has announced the reduction of 4,000 support roles, citing the growing impact of AI-driven automation on its operations. The move raises fresh concerns about the balance between AI efficiency and human employment. What Happened Salesforce has been aggressively integrating AI copilots and automation tools across its ecosystem. As these technologies streamline support workflows, the […]
Month: September 2025
Airwallex Challenges Stripe with Billing Platform OpenPay Acquisition.
Airwallex, the global fintech unicorn, has announced the acquisition of OpenPay, a billing and payments platform, in a bold move to challenge Stripe in the digital payments space. What This Means By acquiring OpenPay, Airwallex strengthens its billing, invoicing, and subscription management capabilities, allowing it to serve a wider range of businesses with end-to-end payment […]
LayerX Raises $100M Series B to Enhance AI Back-Office SaaS.
LayerX, a rising player in enterprise software, has secured $100 million in Series B funding to scale its AI-powered back-office SaaS platform. The round underscores growing investor confidence in solutions that streamline enterprise operations with artificial intelligence. What LayerX Does LayerX focuses on automating back-office functions such as finance, HR, compliance, and operations. Its AI-first […]
OpenAI Acquires Software Startup Statsig for $1.1B
OpenAI has announced the acquisition of Statsig, a software startup specializing in product experimentation and feature management, in a deal valued at $1.1 billion. Why Statsig? Statsig provides tools that help companies run rapid product experiments, analyze user behavior, and optimize feature rollouts at scale. For OpenAI, this acquisition strengthens its ability to test, refine, […]
Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Team Adopts SAP Cloud ERP to Drive Precision and Performance.
The Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team has partnered with SAP to leverage its Cloud ERP solutions, aiming to optimize performance both on and off the track. What’s Changing Formula One demands split-second decision-making and seamless operations. By integrating SAP S/4HANA Cloud, the team will gain real-time insights into data, finances, supply chains, and resource planning. […]
Jaguar Land Rover ‘Severely Disrupted’ by Cybersecurity Incident Impacting Production and Sales.
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has confirmed that a cybersecurity incident has caused major disruptions to its production systems and sales operations. The attack has left critical parts of the company’s supply chain and internal IT infrastructure affected. What Happened While JLR has not disclosed full details, the disruption is linked to a cybersecurity breach impacting […]
Apple Plans AI-Powered Web Search Tool for Siri to Rival OpenAI, Perplexity.
Apple is reportedly developing a new AI-powered web search tool that will integrate directly into Siri, positioning it as a competitor to OpenAI’s ChatGPT-powered search and emerging AI platforms like Perplexity. What’s Changing Siri has long been criticized for limited functionality compared to rival AI assistants. With this new tool, Apple aims to make Siri […]
South Indian Bank Partners with MoEngage to Drive Hyper-Personalized Customer Engagement.
South Indian Bank has chosen MoEngage, a leading insights-led customer engagement platform, to transform how it connects with its customers. The collaboration aims to deliver hyper-personalized experiences powered by advanced automation and data-driven insights. Why This Partnership Matters In today’s digital-first banking era, customers expect seamless, relevant, and real-time interactions. By leveraging MoEngage’s AI-driven platform, […]
Mastercard Views Crypto as Payment Technology, Not a Financial Revolution.
Mastercard has clarified its stance on cryptocurrency, positioning it as an innovative payment technology rather than a force for financial revolution. The company sees digital assets as a tool to improve existing systems, not replace them. Why This Matters As global debates around crypto continue, Mastercard’s perspective reflects a pragmatic approach. Instead of framing crypto […]
Hyperfine Secures CE Mark and UKCA Approval for Optive AI™, Expanding Global Reach.
Hyperfine, Inc. has achieved a significant milestone with its Optive AI™ software, receiving both the CE Mark and UKCA approval. These regulatory clearances pave the way for broader commercialization of Hyperfine’s latest AI-powered medical imaging software across Europe and the UK. Why This Matters Medical imaging is entering a new era, where AI-driven analysis enhances […]
