SpendHQ Acquires Sligo AI to Expand Agentic AI in Enterprise Procurement
SpendHQ has acquired Sligo AI to integrate agentic AI into its enterprise procurement platform, combining structured spend data with secure AI deployment infrastructure.
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SpendHQ has acquired Sligo AI to integrate agentic AI into its enterprise procurement platform, combining structured spend data with secure AI deployment infrastructure.
Tata Communications has been recognized as a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Global WAN Services, marking its thirteenth consecutive year in the position. The company highlighted advancements in AI-driven network infrastructure, expanded connectivity options, and upcoming quantum-safe encryption capabilities.
Microsoft announced a $10 billion investment in Japan from 2026 to 2029, focusing on AI infrastructure, cybersecurity partnerships, and training one million workers. The initiative includes collaborations with Sakura Internet and SoftBank to expand domestic AI compute capacity and support Japan’s data sovereignty goals.
Netflix has released VOID, an open-source AI model that can remove objects from videos while maintaining realistic physical interactions in the scene. The model, built on CogVideoX, introduces a new 'quadmask' system and two-pass inference process to ensure temporal consistency and accurate motion.
Cents has raised $140 million in a Series C round led by Sumeru Equity Partners, marking the largest software investment in the laundry industry to date. The funding will accelerate the expansion of its AI-powered platform for laundromats and dry cleaners.
Faraday Future announced its fourth quarter and full-year 2025 results, highlighting progress on its FX Super One EV and the launch of its EAI robotics lineup, which began deliveries in February 2026.
IFS has announced a new pricing structure for its Industrial AI software that charges customers based on operational assets rather than user count, aiming to make enterprise-wide AI adoption more accessible and cost-predictable.
The UK Department for Science, Innovation and Technology has appointed Cognizant as a strategic industry partner for its TechFirst programme, aimed at expanding technology career opportunities for young people across the UK.
Hyperscale Data announced it received $26.6 million in cash following the resolution of litigation involving a former subsidiary, with funds distributed between its subsidiaries Ault Lending and RiskOn International.
EvoChip.ai announced benchmark results showing its AltiCoreAI technology achieving up to 41 times faster inference performance than optimized neural networks on standard CPUs, according to a press release. The benchmark, conducted with SidePath, compared AltiCoreAI to TensorFlow-based models across multiple datasets.
Trimble has announced plans to acquire Document Crunch to integrate AI-driven risk management and document compliance into its Trimble Construction One ecosystem. The deal aims to enhance contract analysis, compliance automation, and project management workflows for contractors and owners.
AvenCell Therapeutics has dosed the first patient in its Phase I QUADvance trial testing AVC-203, a CRISPR-engineered allogeneic CAR-T therapy targeting CD19 and CD20 in relapsed or refractory B-cell malignancies.
GoDaddy and LegalZoom have partnered to support the Agent Name Service (ANS), an open standard for verifying AI agents across the web. The collaboration includes LegalZoom registering its first AI agent through GoDaddy’s ANS platform.
Arly has introduced an AI-integrated platform designed for managing afterschool programs, summer camps, and youth organizations, featuring automated guidance, accountability tools, and mobile access.
Daydream has secured $15 million in Series A funding led by WndrCo, with participation from First Round Capital and Basis Set Ventures. The company plans to use the funds to expand hiring, product development, and market reach.
CodeSignal has introduced agentic coding assessments that evaluate how engineers work with AI coding tools like Claude Code, Cursor, and Codex, reflecting the growing integration of AI in software development.
SCOREalytics has appointed Lawrence Krubner as Chief Technology Officer to lead its AI and machine learning strategy, overseeing platform architecture and engineering operations.
Microsoft, Google, and Meta are investing in large-scale natural gas power plants across the southern United States to supply electricity for their expanding AI data centers, amid rising equipment costs and potential fuel supply constraints.
ClaimsFiler has reminded Supermicro investors that they have until May 26, 2026, to apply for lead plaintiff status in a securities class action lawsuit alleging the company failed to disclose material information related to export violations.
AccuQuant has raised $20 million to strengthen its AI-driven financial infrastructure, focusing on improvements in system architecture, automation, and data analytics.