FedEx is making a major play in the returns space, betting that simplifying the process for shoppers and shippers is critical for growth. With nearly 20% of online sales expected to be returned, the post-purchase experience is now a frontline battleground for carriers and retailers alike.
In a major consolidation move, cybersecurity firm ThreatModeler has acquired its largest competitor, IriusRisk, for over $100 million. The combined company boasts around $50 million in annual recurring revenue and serves roughly 300 customers, primarily large enterprises. The deal unites two leaders
Samsung’s preliminary results show operating profit surging to around 20 trillion won ($13.78B) in Q4 2025, nearly triple the year-ago figure. The AI-driven memory boom is the clear driver, even as the company considers raising prices for its next flagship smartphones in some markets.
Borouge, in partnership with Honeywell, has run a successful AI proof of concept at its Ruwais facility. The live test showed potential for 20% efficiency gains and 15% lower operating costs, a step toward a fully autonomous control room.
A new Life is Strange game, ‘Life is Strange: Reunion,’ was briefly rated by European board PEGI before being taken down. The listing suggests a dramatic new story featuring Max Caulfield and Chloe Price. This comes just months after the release of the last game, Double Exposure.
Google is rolling out deeper Gemini AI integration for Gmail’s over 3 billion users. The new features focus on hyper-personalized email writing and summarization, with 85% of users saying tailored AI is most helpful.
Google announced a new AI Inbox tab for Gmail that reads your messages and suggests action items. The company is also making several Gemini AI features free for all users. This follows a rocky start for its earlier AI tools in Gmail.
The European Commission has set a February 10 deadline to rule on Alphabet’s massive acquisition of Wiz. This $32 billion deal, already cleared in the U.S., is Google’s largest ever and a key move in the cloud wars.
Zhipu AI has become the first major Chinese generative AI startup to go public, raising $558 million in a Hong Kong IPO. The stock saw massive retail demand and a big pre-debut pop, testing investor faith in China’s ability to challenge U.S. AI leaders.
OpenAI is launching a dedicated health feature within ChatGPT. It allows users to connect wellness apps and, through a partner, access their electronic medical records. The move formalizes the millions of health questions users already ask each week.
