All articles by Kurt Robson
Kurt Robson
Senior reporter at Verdict.
Australia’s Open acquires UK insurtech startup SO-SURE in global expansion move
Open’s acquisition of UK startup SO-SURE demonstrates a wider trend for traditional insurance companies partnering with insurtech startups to leverage disruptive technologies.
What caused IT outages at McDonald’s, Tesco and Sainsbury’s?
The outages demonstrate how increased complexity and scale of business IT systems are likely to cause more frequent service interruptions.
Sony pauses VR headset production amid poor sales
Sony continues to face slowing VR headset sales as customer adoption fails to meet vendor enthusiasm for the product.
Microsoft says Google has competitive edge in GenAI
Microsoft has been in regulator crosshairs since it invested more than $10bn in ChatGPT-maker OpenAI.
Canada investigating TikTok expansion plan for national security risks
TikTok could face further problems with its global standing if Canada’s national security review finds reason to block its expansion.
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OpenAI’s Altman seeks US approval for AI chip venture
The ChatGPT-maker reportedly began focusing on chipmaking last year to address AI chip supply shortage.
Week in data: Walmart begins selling AI software and UK gets semiconductor boost
Each week Verdict presents a roundup of the week’s news through data.
Zscaler acquires Israeli AI-powered data security startup Avalor
AI deal value in Israel peaked in 2019, according to GlobalData’s deal database.
Walmart to sell its AI software to retailers as it diversifies business
Walmart and other retailers look to diversify their revenue streams beyond retail into disruptive technology.
Microsoft to launch AI security chatbot with pay-as-you-go model
The unconventional pricing model will make Microsoft’s AI-powered security more accessible for businesses, the company said.