Posts by Liam Redmond
Yankees vs. Mariners picks, odds: MLB predictions, best bets Tuesday
Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The Yankees close out a nine-game homestand by hosting the struggling Mariners for the opener of a three-game set on Tuesday evening. New York narrowly missed a sweep of…
Read MoreAutomated Penetration Testing Scales as Horizon3 Raises $250M
Automated penetration testing just had a breakout moment, and it doubles as a growth story. Cybersecurity company Horizon3 raised a $250 million Series E on August 3 at a valuation above $2 billion. Its platform continuously hunts for weaknesses in a company’s systems, the way a real attacker would. Here is why this matters beyond…
Read MoreAI Chip Startup Taalas Sells to AMD in Inference Push
AMD has agreed to buy Taalas, an AI chip startup that etches model weights directly into silicon, in a deal announced on August 6. The Toronto company, founded in 2023, builds processors custom-made for a single AI model. AMD expects the acquisition to close in the fourth quarter of 2026. For founders, this is a…
Read MoreHow Entrepreneurs Can Build a Strong Workplace Safety Culture
Workplace safety is a requirement, which is why entrepreneurs should try to build this type of culture into their business from the start. Not only is workplace safety culture a requirement, but it’s also a strategic investment. This investment is designed to save lives, protect a business’s reputation, cut costs, and boost employee morale. Too,…
Read MoreSmall Business Bankruptcy: Salad and Go’s Hard Lesson
If you run a small business, a small business bankruptcy in your industry can feel personal, and this one stings. Salad and Go’s parent company filed for Chapter 11 on August 5 and is closing every remaining restaurant. The drive-thru chain had served more than 60 million meals since 2013. You already know that running…
Read MoreRace to replace Pelosi enters the AI group chat
A parody AI chatbot designed by California congressional candidate Scott Wiener’s campaign to mock the record of his opponent attracted the attention politicians crave and criticism most loathe. The short-lived experiment stirred controversy over the use of artificial intelligence in campaigns ads and drew sharp criticism from former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, who has endorsed…
Read MoreBig Bear bald eagle Jackie dies after three weeks in ICU: ‘Heartbroken’
Jackie, the beloved Big Bear bald eagle whose nest captivated millions online, has died. The eagle passed away early Monday morning after a lengthy battle with anemia. Jackie received intensive treatment the veterinary team at the Ojai Raptor Center after she was found in rough shape in the wilderness. Jackie receives a life-saving blood transfusion…
Read MoreThe AI Gold Rush for Small Businesses: Why Founders Have a Short Window to Beat Enterprise Brands
AI platforms are quickly becoming the search tools of choice for many consumers. As their popularity increases, businesses will inevitably shift more of their marketing dollars to focus on AI visibility through AEO (Answer Engine Optimization). The shift is predictably slow, though. Big businesses that dominate the digital market have sluggish reactions to change. That…
Read MoreAI Safety Debate Grows as Altman Signals a Slower Pace
The loudest voice in artificial intelligence just changed his tune, and founders should take note. In a shift covered by TechCrunch on August 2, OpenAI chief Sam Altman said the industry may need to pace the rate of AI development so society can prepare for stronger systems. For a leader known for speed, that is…
Read MoreAI Layoffs Are Accelerating: How Founders Should Hire
If the steady drumbeat of tech job cuts has you worried, you are not alone, and the numbers explain why. A running list of major 2026 layoffs shows more than 165,000 roles cut in the first seven months of the year, with employers increasingly pointing to AI. The pace has unsettled workers and founders alike.…
Read MoreAI Agents Reach Enterprise Scale as HappyRobot Raises $150M
Enterprise AI just took a big step from demos to daily operations, and a fresh funding round proves it. According to the company’s Series C announcement on August 4, HappyRobot raised $150 million at a $1.2 billion valuation, joining the unicorn club. The round was led by Prysm Capital and co-led by Eurazeo, with a16z,…
Read MoreMicrosoft plans to unveil next-gen AI chip in September: report
Tech firm said to have talked with TSMC to secure production capacity for over 300,000 units for delivery in 2027 Published Mon, Aug 10, 2026 · 10:40 PM [SEATTLE] Microsoft is planning to unveil its new Maia 300 artificial intelligence chip this fall, potentially as soon as next month, The Information reported on Monday (Aug…
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