The job of training AI is undergoing a major shift. Subject-matter experts are now commanding over $100 an hour, while entry-level generalists earn far less. This reflects the industry’s growing need for nuanced, high-stakes knowledge.
The way companies pay for software is undergoing its biggest shift since the move to SaaS. Vendors and buyers are moving towards models where you pay for results, not just access. This change, driven by AI, will reshape budgets, teams, and vendor relationships.
The “skip college” advice is gaining steam, especially in tech. But an AI CEO says that’s exactly the wrong lesson to draw from the rise of automation. The real value of education is shifting, not disappearing.
A new article frames business struggles through the physics of a slingshot. The core idea? The pressure of a pullback is what builds the force for a breakthrough. It’s a mindset shift for founders in a tough climate.
Armstrong World Industries has launched the DynaMax LT, a structural aluminum ceiling system for data centers. It’s designed to handle heavy cable trays and equipment while improving airflow and temperature management. The system comes with a 30-year warranty and full design support.
Sandfall Interactive’s debut game, *Clair Obscur: Expedition 33*, was a massive 2025 hit, selling over 5 million copies and winning a record nine awards at The Game Awards. Despite that success and the money to scale, the studio says it will stay small. Their philosophy? “Adapt the game to the team,
Wall Street’s top strategists are forecasting the bull market to continue into 2026, albeit at a slower pace. The average year-end target for the S&P 500 is 7,629, representing an 11.6% gain from current levels, according to a CNBC survey.
The next year in data collection will be defined by legal uncertainty over AI training and a major technological pivot. The focus is shifting from hoarding massive datasets to ensuring high-quality, legally compliant information, powered by new AI tools.
A first-of-its-kind energy storage facility in Sardinia uses a giant dome of carbon dioxide to store 200 megawatt-hours of power. The tech, which can be built almost anywhere, is now being deployed by Google and major utilities to back up renewable grids.
The Samsung Galaxy S26 series might see a significant delay, with two tipsters suggesting it won’t go on sale until March 2026. This would mark a major shift from Samsung’s typical launch cadence and cause it to miss the crucial Chinese New Year sales period.
