In a massive corporate upskilling move, FedEx is partnering with Accenture to provide AI training to as many as 500,000 employees. The program aims to build “common AI fluency” across its global, largely frontline workforce. This highlights a crucial new frontier for AI: the shift worker.
The channel saw major strategic plays this week. Google Cloud previewed a partner program overhaul for 2026, while Red Hat and Cyderes made acquisitions to boost AI safety and identity security. CrowdStrike and a Redpanda-Akamai alliance rounded out the big news.
Instacart is paying a $60 million settlement to the FTC over allegations of false advertising. The agency says the company misled customers on delivery fees, free trials, and its satisfaction guarantee. This is a big deal for the entire gig economy.
Sam Altman says OpenAI has entered emergency “code red” mode several times in 2024. The triggers were the launches of Google’s Gemini 3 and China’s DeepSeek models, which forced rapid product shifts.
Instacart has agreed to pay $60 million in customer refunds to settle FTC allegations of deceptive advertising and subscription practices. The company, however, flatly denies any wrongdoing in a blog post. This settlement may not be the end of Instacart’s regulatory headaches.
A new CNET article dives into the science behind walking as a serious form of exercise. It’s not just a casual stroll—brisk walking can lower cardiovascular risk, aid weight loss, and boost cognitive function. We break down the expert advice on how to get the most out of your daily walk.
Corporate America is slashing jobs at a record pace, betting AI will boost margins. But the data reveals a collapse in productivity and a systemic erosion of diversity that will cost companies billions. It’s a classic case of short-term thinking with long-term consequences.
Apple is making major changes to iOS in Japan, including allowing alternative app stores and payment processors. The move is a direct response to new Japanese regulations that took effect. The company is cautioning users about the security and support risks of leaving its walled garden.
The conversation around AI is shifting from pure productivity to strategic differentiation. Companies are embedding it to solve real customer frustrations and create unique, scalable experiences that competitors can’t easily match.
Home Depot has transformed its delivery network, with 55% of in-stock items now arriving same-day or next-day. The retailer built nearly 200 new facilities and uses a proprietary algorithm to pick the best shipping location. Now, they’re focused on squeezing even more efficiency out of the system.
