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BRÜK and Qubo founders: Products must become habits to retain customers

At Techsparks 2026, BRÜK and Qubo founders emphasized designing products that embed into daily routines, prioritizing reliability and value over marketing…

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Nov 5, 2026

Apple’s Q4 earnings show record revenue but margin pressures under new CEO Ternus

Apple’s Q4 2026 earnings showed record revenue of $114.5B but warned of margin pressures due to memory-chip costs and AI investments.

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Nov 5, 2026

Rivian spinout Also drops Kenya electric two-wheeler pilot to focus on e-bikes and autonomous vehicles

Also, the micromobility startup spun out of Rivian in 2025, discontinued its Shell Foundation-backed electric two-wheeler pilot in Kenya.

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Nov 5, 2026

Yvonne Bajela raises $17M for Evertrue, a U.K.-Europe early-stage fund

Former LocalGlobe and Impact X Capital VC Yvonne Bajela raises $17M for Evertrue, focusing on early-stage AI and fintech startups in the U.K. and Europe.

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Nov 5, 2026

Herbert Simon’s warning about information overload reshapes the attention economy

How Herbert A. Simon’s 20th-century warning about information overload became the foundation for today’s attention economy, now accelerated by AI and synthetic…

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Nov 5, 2026

Policy

Russia orders Apple and Microsoft to store user data for 3 years

Russia’s new data-retention law forces Apple and Microsoft to keep user messages, calls and videos for three years—or risk fines and bans.

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Nov 5, 2026

Hisense launches UR9, its first premium RGB MiniLED TV with 180Hz refresh rate

Hisense UR9, a 2026 RGB MiniLED TV with 4K resolution, 180Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision 2, and Google Gemini AI, targets gamers and home theater enthusiasts.

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Nov 5, 2026

AI-powered operational intelligence becomes the secret sauce for winning consumer brands

Consumer brands are leveraging AI-powered intelligence to transform demand forecasting, inventory allocation, and omnichannel fulfillment, moving beyond…

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Nov 5, 2026

AFC CEO: AI and digital tools cannot formalise Africa’s informal economy without infrastructure

Samaila Zubairu of Africa Finance Corporation says digital tools fail without investment in electricity, transport, and storage infrastructure to support…

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Nov 5, 2026

Asda appoints David Potts as chief executive

Asda names David Potts, former Morrisons CEO, as its new chief executive. Allan Leighton steps into a non-executive chairman role.

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Nov 5, 2026

Policy

Latino voters break records in 2026 U.S. elections despite ICE fears

Early voting numbers show Latino communities turning out in record numbers for the 2026 U.S. elections, defying fears of ICE presence at polling sites.

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Nov 5, 2026

Former airline employee sentenced to 16 months for $600K ticketing fraud

Chaculvin Hayes, a former GAT Airline Ground Support employee, exploited airline ticketing systems to steal over $600,000 in tickets, upgrades, and vouchers.

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Nov 5, 2026

Apple reports record India revenue in Q4 FY26, launches Apple Pay with Axis Bank

Apple achieved all-time revenue records in India for Q4 FY26, driven by iPhone and Mac sales, and launched Apple Pay with Axis Bank as its first partner.

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Nov 5, 2026

Policy

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani details AI bans, $1.2B childcare program, and data center pause

WIRED interviews NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani on AI bans, a $1.2B childcare program, and data center regulations—key signals for founders in edtech, proptech…

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Nov 5, 2026

Russia plans underground data centers and camouflage to counter drone strikes

Russia’s Digital Development Ministry proposes anti-drone nets, signal jamming, and underground relocation to protect data centers after October 2026 attacks.

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Nov 5, 2026

ARIA to test Lumai’s optical AI servers in commercial data centre with £50M lab

The UK’s ARIA will evaluate Lumai’s Iris servers, which claim up to 90% energy savings, in a real-world data centre through its £50M Scaling Inference Lab.

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Nov 5, 2026

IndiQube posts 35% revenue growth, slashes net loss by 80% in Q2 FY27

IndiQube’s Q2 FY27 results show a 35% year-on-year revenue increase to Rs 472 crore and an 80% reduction in net loss, signaling improving profitability…

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Nov 5, 2026

Product

Mashable’s 2026 roundup names six best budget headphones under $100

Mashable’s 2026 roundup highlights six budget wireless headphones under $100, balancing noise cancellation, battery life, and affordability against premium…

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Nov 5, 2026

DEA bans SR-17018, a compound showing promise in opioid withdrawal management

The DEA classified SR-17018 as a Schedule I substance in August 2026, stopping research and access for individuals using it to manage opioid withdrawal.

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Nov 5, 2026

Xbox explores sale of Arkane Studios, Ubisoft among bidders

Xbox is considering offers for Arkane Studios, including bids from Ubisoft and other companies.

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Nov 5, 2026

NTT DATA to expand Mangaluru workforce to 2,500 by 2027

NTT DATA plans to expand its Mangaluru team to 2,500 professionals by 2027, focusing on AI, cloud, and data tech as part of Karnataka’s regional development…

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Nov 5, 2026

Proton CEO apologizes after AI workforce overhaul sparks backlash

Proton canceled its AI-driven employee re-interviews and issued an apology after leaked messages revealed a "culture of fear." CEO Andy Yen’s leadership and AI…

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Nov 5, 2026

Indian startups raise ₹41,248 Cr via IPOs in 2025-26, with mixed debuts in 2026

India’s startup ecosystem saw 18 IPOs in 2025 and 17 in 2026, raising ₹41,248 Cr. SEBI reforms and profitability drove listings, but investor caution is rising.

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Nov 4, 2026

BARC India shutdown threat risks 1,500 jobs, TV broadcasters plan layoffs

BARC India’s potential shutdown and suspended TV ratings force broadcasters to consider layoffs, risking 1,500 jobs amid regulatory and financial uncertainty.

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Nov 4, 2026