SaaS funding trends are being rewritten in real time as artificial intelligence changes how venture capital firms evaluate deals. This shift is a major topic at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, where StrictlyVC is hosting sessions dedicated to unpacking the new rules investors are applying to software startups. For small business owners building or buying SaaS tools, […]
The race to reshape corporate technology just picked up speed. Ema, a startup building AI agents for enterprise workflows, has raised $77 million in new funding, pushing its total raised to $140 million. The round is a clear signal that AI enterprise software is no longer a side experiment for big companies but a serious […]
Freight carrier Old Dominion has confirmed a 4.9% general rate increase that will apply to a selection of its services starting Oct. 5. The Old Dominion rate increase is the latest signal that less-than-truckload pricing continues to climb even as shippers look for ways to control costs. For businesses that rely on LTL freight, this […]
The rise of AI enterprise software just got another vote of confidence. Ema, a startup building AI agents for large organizations, has raised $77 million in new funding, bringing its total raised to $140 million. With more than 50 enterprise customers already on board, including household names like Google and Microsoft, the round signals that […]
A growing coalition of major shippers is banding together to make Class 8 electric trucks a mainstream part of freight operations rather than a niche experiment. Companies including Microsoft and PepsiCo have joined forces to pool their purchasing power, recently placing a combined order for 2,500 electric trucks. The move signals that large enterprises are […]
P.F. Chang’s has renewed its technology partnership with ArrowStream, a move that keeps inventory management and purchasing oversight at the center of its operations strategy. The extended deal will allow the restaurant chain to continue tracking supply contracts, monitoring spending, and managing stock levels across its locations. For an industry still adjusting to unpredictable food […]
Swiss footwear brand On has set an ambitious target: nearly doubling its sales by 2029. The company’s leadership is banking on high-teens annual growth to get there, with a newly launched soccer line playing a starring role in that plan. But as On sales growth projections make headlines, industry analysts are voicing skepticism about whether […]
Target has unveiled a new marketing push that leans heavily on its design legacy campaign, positioning decades of stylish, accessible product design as the emotional core of its brand story. The initiative goes beyond traditional advertising, weaving in creator collaborations and experiential activations meant to draw shoppers back into stores and online channels alike. For […]
Target has unveiled a fresh marketing campaign that leans heavily on its retail design legacy, betting that decades of stylish store layouts and product collaborations can reignite shopper enthusiasm. The push arrives at a pivotal moment, as the retailer’s broader turnaround plan begins to show early signs of progress. For a company long associated with […]
Singapore-based Nexstrom has secured fresh funding to build equipment that could help chipmakers produce 2D semiconductors at commercial scale. The company believes these ultra-thin materials, only a few atoms thick, could eventually push chip performance beyond the limits of traditional silicon. For an industry hungry for the next leap in efficiency, this is a notable […]
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