GitGuardian secures $50M in Series C funding to bolster its secrets security and Non-Human Identity governance across global markets. This investment aims to enhance AI agent security and expand its enterprise footprint, particularly in the US and Europe.

AI advancements pose a significant threat to up to half of entry-level white-collar jobs within the next five years, as AI systems begin to handle cognitive tasks independently. Executives from OpenAI and Anthropic highlight AI’s self-improving capabilities, urging workers to develop adaptable skills and integrate AI tools to stay competitive.

A search effort is actively underway after a person fell overboard from the P&O ferry European Highlander in the Irish Sea. Rescue teams, including helicopters and lifeboats, are engaged, causing delays in ferry services between Stranraer and Larne.

Aurora has launched driverless commercial trucking, aiming for over 200 trucks on the road by the end of 2026, with significant revenue growth and break-even gross margins projected. The company plans to scale through a Driver-as-a-Service model, despite facing potential risks in regulation and execution.

AppLovin focuses on self-service e-commerce and generative AI, with plans to expand into fintech and insurance while maintaining high margins through innovation and disciplined marketing. The company repurchased 6.4 million shares in 2025, bolstering its financial position with a $3.28 billion repurchase authorization remaining.

Hyundai is set to supply up to 50,000 IONIQ 5 electric SUVs to Waymo by 2028, in a deal integrating Waymo's autonomous tech, marking a milestone in self-driving vehicle partnerships. This collaboration builds on previous efforts to embed Waymo Driver in Hyundai EVs, aiming to enhance urban mobility and expand autonomous fleets across the U.S.

The Washoe Tribe has reclaimed over 10,000 acres near Lake Tahoe in a historic land return, tripling their holdings and enhancing conservation efforts. Funded by $5.5 million in grants, this acquisition marks a significant step in the broader Land Back movement, allowing the tribe to steward their ancestral lands.

South Carolina is advancing a bill to exempt college athletes' NIL contracts from public FOIA requests, prioritizing privacy over transparency. The measure aims to protect recruitment efforts amid ongoing legal disputes.

Modal Labs, specializing in AI inference infrastructure, is reportedly in talks with General Catalyst for a new funding round valuing it at $2.5 billion. The move highlights a shift in AI investment towards deployment efficiency, as demand for compute savings and faster AI responses grows.

Hyperwrite CEO Matt Shumer warns that AI's impact on society will surpass that of COVID-19, urging immediate upskilling in AI to remain relevant. With AI advancements enabling rapid completion of technical tasks, the call for adaptation is echoed by tech leaders despite some concerns over tool limitations.