Waymo will roll out a pilot program for its driverless taxis on London’s streets in April 2026. The initiative aims to explore how self-driving vehicles function in this bustling metropolis, potentially shifting the city’s transportation landscape in the near future.

Will AI revolutionize our economy with new opportunities, or drive rampant unemployment and social unrest? According to Clive Crook, neither outcome is guaranteed—our decisions will tip the balance.

AI-assisted communication is blurring the lines between organic, human interaction and machine-like commands. As professional leaders, speakers, and everyday users adapt to fast-paced AI exchanges, they risk losing vital elements of warmth, empathy, and genuine connection.

In 2026, tech hiring is undergoing a rapid transformation. Online coding platforms, particularly HackerRank and LeetCode, are providing developers with the tools they need to succeed in increasingly challenging interviews.

As artificial intelligence continues to grow, we risk accepting generic answers and losing the creativity that humans provide. Yet by treating AI as a tool rather than an end product, we can preserve human expertise while still harnessing unprecedented speed and efficiency.

City Detect, an AI-driven startup, recently secured $13 million in Series A funding to help local governments maintain safer, cleaner communities. Currently operating in at least 17 U.S. cities, including Dallas and Miami, the company focuses on preventing urban decay through cutting-edge technology.

Uber employees have reportedly created an AI clone of their CEO, sparking questions about authenticity and leadership. Many wonder if anyone can truly tell this digital chief executive apart from the real one.

Presentations.AI recently hit 10 million users, earning the title of the world’s most widely used AI-powered business presentation platform. As companies seek to streamline workflows and boost efficiency, AI-driven presentation tools are transforming how teams create and share ideas.

Remote work still captures the imagination of many employees, but the reality has grown more challenging. By one estimate, work-from-home jobs are now four times harder to land than their on-site counterparts, suggesting that this dream, while alive, is slipping out of reach for many.

For decades, the 9-to-5 workday has been a fixture of employment. But fresh discussions from Wsj’s “Lifestyle” section question whether this familiar schedule still holds up as the most efficient or balanced way to work. Could shifting work hours unlock new levels of productivity and well-being?

Napster’s new partnership with executive coaching giant Scaling Up brings AI-powered insights directly to leaders seeking a competitive edge. Despite a staggering 95% failure rate for many artificial intelligence initiatives, this collaboration aims to turn AI from a daunting concept into a tangible driver of business success.

A single opinion piece cautioning about an “apocalyptic” AI future has ignited a heated debate over whether artificial intelligence truly threatens mass job displacement. Critics dismiss these dire warnings as “doomerism,” pointing instead to the potential for AI to spur innovation and growth. The question remains: which perspective offers the most accurate forecast?

Malibu’s city officials, partners, and advocates recently celebrated the completion of a $19 million project to synchronize 12 traffic signals along an 8-mile stretch of Pacific Coast Highway. The improvements are designed to enhance road safety and streamline traffic flow between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and John Tyler.

Many employees fear that artificial intelligence could replace them, but an equally pressing concern is who holds the rights to the knowledge they create. As AI reshapes how companies capture and use information, questions about intellectual property in the workplace are taking center stage.

Apptronik, an AI-powered robotics company, announced a new $520 million extension round, propelling its total Series A to over $935 million. This significant investment underscores strong investor confidence in the development of the company’s humanoid robot, ApolloTM, and its vision for large-scale deployment worldwide.

A new survey reveals that only 6% of hiring managers believe their businesses have the talent to tackle crucial projects. While the shortage highlights uneven resource distribution, it may also offer promising opportunities for job seekers across the country.

Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly seen as a unifying force for today’s supply chains, offering the ability to integrate data systems, planning processes, spreadsheets, and data science models. This forward-looking perspective envisions a future where businesses can operate with greater efficiency and coordination.

An engineer at Google DeepMind has harnessed AI to transform New York City into a sprawling isometric pixel map reminiscent of SimCity. By using AI agents and fine-tuned models, the project promises to free creatives from mundane chores and spark greater innovation.

Phenom has unveiled an expanded roster of speakers for its IAMPHENOM 2026 conference, a three-day event centered on applied artificial intelligence and talent management in Philadelphia. The announcement underscores the growing role AI continues to play in shaping the future of human resources.

Rising concerns over energy prices and resource availability have put data centers in the spotlight. In this coverage from The National Observer, one major tech company aims to ensure that its facilities are “friendly neighbors,” while also adjusting workforce-training programs to meet evolving technological demands.

Artificial intelligence is widely hailed as the next big economic engine. Yet there is growing concern that while the technology promises abundance, most of its gains may end up in the hands of a few powerful corporations and investors.