Chris Crawford’s first agency left him six figures in debt. But the lessons from that failure fueled his comeback, leading him to launch Elite Media from his Harlem apartment in 2013. Today, it’s a creative powerhouse proving that elite talent and solutions come from unexpected places.
According to a CNBC report, Meta’s AI focus is in flux. The company’s much-hyped Llama models have taken a backseat to a massive hiring spree, including a $14.3 billion deal to bring in Scale AI’s founder. Now, its next-gen model, codenamed “Avocado,” is reportedly delayed until 2026.
Microsoft is joining Amazon in building its first cloud data centers in the United Kingdom. The new Azure and Office 365 facilities are slated to go live in late 2016, with Dynamics CRM to follow. This move highlights a major shift in how cloud giants are thinking about data sovereignty and latency.
Slack is flipping the script. After raising over $320 million itself, the $3 billion startup is now leading an $80 million fund to invest in other software companies that build on its platform. The goal is to make Slack the central hub for all business tools.
The real competition isn’t AI itself, but other people using AI. Your value comes from combining AI fluency with deep expertise, creativity, and hustle. It’s your force multiplier.
The first wave of Gen Z professionals, who started university with ChatGPT, is entering the workforce. They’re not just using AI for tasks—they’re demanding it to reshape innovation, onboarding, and even leadership itself. The real challenge isn’t the tech, but building the culture to support it.
President Trump has commented on Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, suggesting its 33% combined market share “could be a problem” for regulators. The deal, announced last week, is already facing potential opposition and a possible hostile bid from Paramount.
New data reveals tariffs are causing a major strategic shift. Over half of product leaders are now prioritizing immediate cost cuts over long-term tech projects like AI, as uncertainty spikes.
A new article breaks down the hidden expenses of running your own servers. The software license might be $0, but the total cost of ownership is anything but. It’s a reality check for DIY enthusiasts.
Netflix has announced an $82.7 billion deal to buy key parts of Warner Bros. Discovery, a move financed with $59 billion in debt. Analysts give it low odds of creating real shareholder value, citing massive integration challenges and regulatory hurdles.
