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Affinity Technology Solutions Limited and RCSR Tech Limited, based in Manchester, have been shut down following investigations into a direct debit scam related to online protection and social media enhancement services.

Amazon is preparing to release a revamped Alexa with generative AI capabilities, with a press event scheduled for late February. The new service could potentially come with a monthly subscription fee.

Mews, a Dutch hospitality management company, is considering a US listing for its IPO, according to CEO Matthijs Welle. This decision reflects broader dissatisfaction among Dutch tech leaders regarding governmental support for startups. The company recently raised $75 million, bringing its total funding to $411 million.

Despite a funding slowdown in 2024, Bengaluru continues to lead India’s tech innovation, with strong early-stage investments and multiple new unicorns.

The tech industry is undergoing a significant shift, moving away from employee perks and towards a more demanding, performance-driven environment. Fueled by economic pressures, pandemic-era changes, and a new wave of leadership, companies are embracing efficiency and intensity.

Luo Yihang’s move from ByteDance’s Volcano Engine to Shengshu signifies a major hire for a prominent Chinese AI video start-up.

Y Combinator’s Winter 2025 Demo Day showcased a new wave of AI-focused startups, with several building tools to enhance existing AI agents.

Butterfly Effect’s Red Xiao Hong says the AI agent Manus offers a more human-like performance than conventional chatbots by interacting with its environment and collecting feedback.

Sensay, an AI development startup, is breaking ground by employing an AI-powered full stack developer, challenging traditional workplace dynamics and exploring the potential of human-AI collaboration.

A competition is heating up between San Jose and San Francisco as each city stakes a claim to be the world’s leading AI hub.