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Abstract representation of a corrupted AI network with visible glitches and errors, symbolizing the inaccuracies in KPMG's retracted report.
Founder Playbook

KPMG retracts AI report after uncovering inaccuracies in its claims

Only five of 45 citations in KPMG's 'Redefining excellence in the age of agentic AI' report were accurate, a discovery that forced the report's withdrawal.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 14
Indian professionals strategizing around an AI network projection, symbolizing the nation's drive for technological sovereignty amidst global AI model access challenges.
Tech & Innovation

India debates AI future as Anthropic suspends models for foreign nationals

On June 12, 2026, Anthropic abruptly suspended global access to its newly released Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models for all foreign nationals, following a direct order from the U.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 14
Andrew Yang launching Noble Mobile, a new mobile service designed to significantly reduce everyday expenses for consumers through innovative data refund policies.
Founder Playbook

Andrew Yang launches Noble Mobile to slash everyday costs

Andrew Yang's new startup, Noble Mobile, has grown to thousands of customers and is generating millions in revenue since its September launch.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 13
A futuristic SpaceX Starship ascending into orbit above Earth, symbolizing the company's ambitious IPO and its role in the future of space exploration.
Founder Playbook

SpaceX IPO Targets $1.78 Trillion Valuation

Retail investors have submitted over $100 billion in orders for SpaceX's initial public offering, valuing the company at $1.78 trillion.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 12
How PayTrac Cash Discounting Can Help Businesses Manage Card Processing Costs
Tech & Innovation

How PayTrac Cash Discounting Can Help Businesses Manage Card Processing Costs

PayTrac offers a cash discounting solution designed to help businesses manage card processing costs by giving customers a discount for paying with cash. This system automates the process, displaying different prices for cash and card transactions, which can be beneficial for high-volume merchants.

Sponsored by PayTrac·Sep 25
Advanced robotic arms performing intricate assembly tasks on a modern factory floor, showcasing AI-driven automation and efficiency.
Founder Playbook

Theker raises $85M Series A for its non-specialized factory robot

Theker has secured what is being called the largest Series A in European robotics history for its non-specialized factory robots, with reports from major tech publications stating figures up to $85 million.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 12
AI interface deflecting unwanted calls in a busy Indian city, symbolizing Equal AI's solution to call screening.
Founder Playbook

Equal AI Secures Investment for AI Call Screening in India

In India, a nation where unwanted calls are a daily, grating nuisance, an AI assistant launched just last year has already amassed over a million monthly active users.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 12
Futuristic Indian cityscape with AI integration, showcasing cultural elements and advanced technology.
Main Street & SMBs

Avataar.ai Launches Varya, Indigenous Video AI for India

Generating a second of video with Avataar.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 12
Cinematic depiction of a global business shift from human offshore labor to AI-driven domestic operations, symbolizing Opendoor's strategic change.
Growth & Strategy

Opendoor exits India, signaling AI shift in outsourcing jobs

Less than two years after expanding its presence in India, Opendoor abruptly shut down its operations there, laying off approximately 250 employees as it moved roles back to the US, replacing them wit

Sofia Reyes·Jun 11
4 Ways Schneider's Computing Makes Life Easier for Local Schools Seeking Software Licensing
Tech & Innovation

4 Ways Schneider's Computing Makes Life Easier for Local Schools Seeking Software Licensing

For local schools, managing software licensing can be a complex and time-consuming challenge that detracts from the core mission of education. Navigating compliance, ensuring security, and deploying the right tools for s…

Sponsored by Schneider's Computing·Sep 24
The Lucid Motors headquarters at dusk, with executives departing, symbolizing recent leadership changes and executive turnover within the company.
Leadership & Culture

Lucid Motors Engineering Chief Emad Dlala Departs Company

Emad Dlala's exit marks the 14th departure of a C-level executive, senior vice president or vice president from Lucid Motors since October 2023, according to Eletric-vehicles .

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 10
Waymo robotaxi on a city street with a holographic display comparing its performance to a human driver.
Main Street & SMBs

Waymo's new model benchmarks robotaxi performance against human drivers

In a January incident, Waymo's previous simulation model claimed an attentive human driver would have impacted a child at 14 mph, while its robotaxi hit the child at 6 mph.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 10
Zepto's logo precariously balanced on a tightrope between financial growth and significant losses, set against a city skyline.
Leadership & Culture

Zepto files for IPO amid ongoing growth and valuation concerns

Quick commerce firm Zepto reported a net loss of ₹59.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 9
Futuristic representation of ChatGPT evolving into a super app, integrating coding tools and AI agents with glowing digital interfaces.
Founder Playbook

OpenAI Revamps ChatGPT into Super App with Coding Tools

In the coming weeks, OpenAI plans to roll out a revamped ChatGPT that will serve as a 'super app' integrating coding tools and AI agents, marking a significant strategic pivot for the company, accordi

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 8
The Structured Debt Liquidity Problem and How Quantum Growth Consultancy Solves It
Growth & Strategy

The Structured Debt Liquidity Problem and How Quantum Growth Consultancy Solves It

The commercial real estate market is facing a significant challenge: a structured debt liquidity problem. For sponsors, institutions, and private investors, navigating this landscape of maturing loans and highly selectiv…

Sponsored by Quantum Growth Consultancy·Sep 24
Digital network visualization showing the restoration of Anthropic AI connection to Notion after a service disruption, symbolizing renewed productivity.
Product & Engineering

Notion restores Anthropic AI access following widespread service disruption

For 12 hours, Notion users found their AI-powered workflows disrupted as Anthropic's Claude models became inaccessible.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 8
Apple logo surrounded by glowing, interconnected AI neural network patterns, representing the integration of third-party AI models into Siri and iOS.
Market Analysis

Apple to Unveil Major Siri Revamp & AI Features at WWDC 2026

At WWDC 2026, Apple is set to unveil iOS 27, which will reportedly allow users to select third-party AI models like Google's Gemini, Claude, and ChatGPT directly for Siri and other applications, accor

Marek Kowalski·Jun 7
Digital fortress with glowing shields symbolizing OpenAI's Lockdown Mode protecting ChatGPT from cyber threats and prompt injection attacks.
Founder Playbook

OpenAI Launches Lockdown Mode for Enhanced Prompt Injection Protection

OpenAI quietly rolled out an optional 'Lockdown Mode' for personal ChatGPT accounts in 2026.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 7
A founder looking frustrated during a VC pitch meeting while the venture capitalist appears to be asleep, highlighting unprofessional conduct in funding.
Founder Playbook

Founders Share VC Horror Stories, Naming Names on X

During a $15 million Series A pitch, a venture capitalist reportedly fell asleep for over 30 minutes, yet still offered a term sheet, according to Greg Isenberg on X.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 6
5 Business Planning Blunders That Hurt Startup Founders — And Nexella Luxe Solutions's Fix
Growth & Strategy

5 Business Planning Blunders That Hurt Startup Founders — And Nexella Luxe Solutions's Fix

Launching a startup is a high-stakes endeavor where early decisions have long-lasting impact. Many promising ventures falter not from a lack of vision, but from avoidable mistakes in business planning. These errors can d…

Sponsored by Nexella Luxe Solutions·Sep 24
iPhone and MacBook Pro screens displaying a shield icon, representing Filtr's system-wide ad and tracker blocking capabilities.
Product & Engineering

Filtr privacy tool blocks iPhone and Mac app ads

For years, ads have been an inescapable part of many iPhone and Mac apps, but a new feature called Filtr, costing as little as $5 annually, now blocks them system-wide.

Marek Kowalski·Jun 5
Abstract visualization of AI interacting with diverse user profiles, representing Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky's new AI lab for user interaction.
Founder Playbook

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky launches new AI lab for user interaction

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky, already at the helm of a multi-billion dollar company, is now personally funding a new artificial intelligence lab.

Amir Fakhoury·Jun 5
Sam Altman, Palmer Luckey, and Bryan Johnson participating in a game of Mafia on a Founders Fund-produced TV-style show.
Growth & Strategy

Founders Fund game show features tech elites

On June 4, 2026, Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, was not in a boardroom discussing AI, but rather playing a game of Mafia on a new TV-style show launched by venture capital firm Founders Fund.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 5
Benchmark Capital's new $2 billion fund announcement, highlighting their expansion into growth-stage investments alongside early-stage funding.
Growth & Strategy

Benchmark Raises $2 Billion for New Growth and Early-Stage Funds

Benchmark Capital, long synonymous with early-stage venture funding, just closed on $2 billion across two new funds.

Sofia Reyes·Jun 4