AI agents aren’t the ‘new Google,’ says Airbnb CEO

After a second-quarter earnings beat, Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky shared his thoughts on the company’s AI strategy, cautioning investors that AI chatbots can’t yet be thought of as the “new Google.” That is, AI chatbots, while potentially driving new leads to the travel and services business, aren’t entirely a replacement for the referrals that the … Read more

Benjamin Sesko transfer news: Manchester United discussing ‘final details’ with RB Leipzig as agreement over striker nears | Football News

High-ranking officials from Manchester United and RB Leipzig are in Germany discussing the final details of a deal for Benjamin Sesko. There is no full agreement yet, but there is a willingness from all parties to get a deal done. Sesko will not agitate but has once again made it clear he only wants a … Read more

Two teens charged in attack on former DOGE official Edward “Big Balls” Coristine

Two 15-year-olds have been charged with unarmed carjacking after allegedly attacking Edward “Big Balls” Coristine, the teenage software engineer and former Neuralink intern who became a prominent figure in the Trump administration’s cost-cutting Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). According to reports citing local authorities, Coristine — who left DOGE in June but returned to federal … Read more

Newcastle eye transfer move for Aston Villa captain John McGinn as Eddie Howe looks for midfield reinforcements – Paper Talk | Football News

The top stories and transfer rumours from Thursday’s newspapers… DAILY MAIL Newcastle are weighing up a move for Aston Villa captain John McGinn this summer. Christian Eriksen is a target for Burnley as they try to build a squad capable of surviving in the Premier League this season. Please use Chrome browser for a more … Read more

Upwork is buying its way into corporate staffing beyond freelancers

Upwork, a platform that connects companies with freelancers, announced two acquisitions to help build out a new stand-alone enterprise-focused business that could expand its market reach. The San Francisco-based company announced it has acquired Bubty, a workforce management platform, and has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Ascen, a global compliance and EOR (employer of … Read more