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TikTok Shop Is Changing E-Commerce, but How?
PodcastMar 16, 202641 min

TikTok Shop Is Changing E-Commerce, but How?

In this episode, hosts Jordan West and Brett Curry discuss how TikTok Shop and YouTube advertising can be combined to drive e‑commerce growth, highlighting five current YouTube ad strategies and the power of Shorts when paired with TikTok Shop content....

By Secrets To Scaling Your Ecommerce Brand
Is an Agentforce Revenue Management Migration the Right Path?
BlogMar 16, 2026

Is an Agentforce Revenue Management Migration the Right Path?

In 2026 Salesforce CPQ reaches end‑of‑sale, prompting RevOps leaders to consider Agentforce Revenue Management (ARM) as a unified replacement. The article outlines how siloed CPQ and billing systems cause manual reconciliation, pricing conflicts, and inaccurate revenue data. It compares three...

By Salesforce Ben
Shift4 Adds AI Ordering to Its SkyTab POS System
NewsMar 16, 2026

Shift4 Adds AI Ordering to Its SkyTab POS System

Shift4 Payments has partnered with Maple AI to embed the startup’s AI‑driven phone‑ordering system into its SkyTab POS platform. The integration pulls live menu data from SkyTab, routes orders directly to kitchen displays and receipt printers, and supports payments, reservations...

By Digital Transactions
Nokia Lifts Lid on Tech Suite to Meet AI Demands
NewsMar 16, 2026

Nokia Lifts Lid on Tech Suite to Meet AI Demands

Nokia announced a new optical networking suite designed to handle the massive data traffic generated by AI workloads. The portfolio combines coherent optics, a compact multi‑line in‑life amplifier and full‑band transponders, promising up to 40‑times more services per footprint while...

By Mobile World Live
Upgrading From Gen 1, Ditching Final Lightning Device
SocialMar 16, 2026

Upgrading From Gen 1, Ditching Final Lightning Device

Time to upgrade my Gen 1 and finally get rid of the last remaining product with lightening connection.

By Dr. Axali (Seena Labs)
Terra’s Drones Will Now Come with Weapons as It Begins Building Combat Ready Systems for the Nigerian Military
NewsMar 16, 2026

Terra’s Drones Will Now Come with Weapons as It Begins Building Combat Ready Systems for the Nigerian Military

Terra Industries, a Nigerian‑focused defence startup, is now fitting its UAVs with machine guns and rocket launchers, turning surveillance platforms into combat‑ready systems for the Nigerian military. The classified project will be operated remotely by military personnel rather than Terra’s...

By Techpoint Africa
Telefonica Germany Partners Automobile Association ADAC to Launch New Digital Benefit Programme
BlogMar 16, 2026

Telefonica Germany Partners Automobile Association ADAC to Launch New Digital Benefit Programme

Telefonica Germany has entered a partnership with the German automobile association ADAC to embed its O2 and Blau mobile‑service portfolios into ADAC’s newly launched digital benefits platform. Existing O2 and Blau tariffs will be available to ADAC members, and Telefonica...

By Telecompaper
DMWF Spotlight: Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): A Comprehensive Guide for 2026
NewsMar 16, 2026

DMWF Spotlight: Answer Engine Optimization (AEO): A Comprehensive Guide for 2026

Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) is emerging as a critical discipline that enables brands to appear within AI‑generated answers on platforms such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and voice assistants. Unlike traditional SEO, AEO focuses on concise, structured content and schema markup so...

By Marketing Tech News
Microsoft Certifications: Building Skills for the Future
BlogMar 16, 2026

Microsoft Certifications: Building Skills for the Future

Microsoft certifications provide globally recognized credentials across cloud computing, cybersecurity, data analytics, and development, structured into Fundamentals, Associate, and Expert levels. They offer clear learning paths that help IT professionals acquire hands‑on skills and demonstrate practical competence. Certified individuals enjoy...

By SpoilerTV (ratings/news desk)
I Tried Android's Notification Summaries on My Pixel, and They're Surprisingly Useful
NewsMar 16, 2026

I Tried Android's Notification Summaries on My Pixel, and They're Surprisingly Useful

Google introduced Android notification summaries, an on‑device AI feature that condenses long messages into brief lock‑screen snippets. Currently supported on Pixel 9, 9 Pro, 10 and 10 Pro, the feature must be manually enabled and can be customized per app. Summaries appear...

By ZDNet – Big Data
European Defence Agency Awards Contract for First VLEO Military Satellite Concept
BlogMar 16, 2026

European Defence Agency Awards Contract for First VLEO Military Satellite Concept

The European Defence Agency has granted a €15.65 million research contract to a Sener‑led consortium to design the first military satellite optimized for very low Earth orbit (VLEO). VLEO, ranging from 150‑350 km, promises sharper imagery and lower communication latency but requires...

By European Spaceflight
AI Should Be the Guide, Not the Ghostwriter
BlogMar 16, 2026

AI Should Be the Guide, Not the Ghostwriter

The article argues that AI should act as a mentor rather than a ghostwriter in education. It draws on research about the illusion of competence and the concept of desirable difficulty, emphasizing generative learning and scaffolding to promote deep understanding....

By Donald Clark Plan B
Beeline Kazakhstan Monitoring System Orman-AI Prevents 100 Forest Fires
BlogMar 16, 2026

Beeline Kazakhstan Monitoring System Orman-AI Prevents 100 Forest Fires

Beeline Kazakhstan launched Orman‑AI, an AI‑driven forest fire monitoring platform, in 2022. The system deploys more than 100 video‑surveillance cameras across Astana and six key regions, continuously scanning for fire signatures. Since its inception, Orman‑AI has prevented over 100 forest...

By Telecompaper
Data Center Cooling Systems and Technologies and How They Work
NewsMar 16, 2026

Data Center Cooling Systems and Technologies and How They Work

Data center cooling is becoming a strategic priority as AI‑driven and hyperscale workloads push power densities higher, forcing facilities to manage heat more aggressively. The global cooling market is forecast to grow at roughly 14% annually through 2033, with U.S....

By TechTarget SearchERP
RWE at the Upper End of Its 2025 EBITDA and Profit Guidance - €35 Billion for Wind Power, Solar and...
NewsMar 16, 2026

RWE at the Upper End of Its 2025 EBITDA and Profit Guidance - €35 Billion for Wind Power, Solar and...

RWE reported 2025 adjusted EBITDA of €5.1 bn and net income of €1.8 bn, landing at the top of its guidance range despite a dip from 2024. The German utility announced a €35 bn net investment programme through 2031 aimed at adding roughly...

By Renewable Energy Industry
I Replaced My Whoop with a Rival Fitness Band that Has No Monthly Fees - and It's Nearly as Good
NewsMar 16, 2026

I Replaced My Whoop with a Rival Fitness Band that Has No Monthly Fees - and It's Nearly as Good

Polar introduced the Loop, a $199.99 fitness band that eliminates the recurring fees common to competitors like Whoop. The device offers precise optical heart‑rate monitoring, solid sleep tracking, and a lightweight 29‑gram design that lasts about a week per charge....

By ZDNet – Big Data
A Century-Old Secret Space Dream Ignored by Everyone
SocialMar 16, 2026

A Century-Old Secret Space Dream Ignored by Everyone

100 years since someone had a crazy idea and believed in it. Only Goddard, his wife Esther, and a couple of assistants witnessed it. It didn't even make the local newspapers, and Goddard kept details secret for years afterward due to...

By Felix Schlang
Stellar Cyber 6.4.0 Reduces Alert Noise and Speeds Investigations with Autonomous SOC Capabilities
NewsMar 16, 2026

Stellar Cyber 6.4.0 Reduces Alert Noise and Speeds Investigations with Autonomous SOC Capabilities

Stellar Cyber has released version 6.4.0, adding autonomous SOC capabilities that automate alert triage and generate AI‑driven case summaries. The platform promises 60‑80% analyst time savings and up to 70% reduction in alert noise through its Agentic AI and Verdict...

By Help Net Security
Nayax Scores Another EV Payment Processing Win
NewsMar 16, 2026

Nayax Scores Another EV Payment Processing Win

Israel‑based payments firm Nayax announced a new partnership with E‑Plug to handle payment processing at an estimated 2,200 charging stations across the United States. The deal follows recent collaborations, including a January agreement with Autel Energy to embed Nayax technology...

By Digital Transactions
11 TOP VIRAL AI TOOLS & TIPS TODAY ✅ (16 MARCH 2026)
BlogMar 16, 2026

11 TOP VIRAL AI TOOLS & TIPS TODAY ✅ (16 MARCH 2026)

The post spotlights two breakthrough AI tools released in March 2026—OpenJarvis, Stanford’s open‑source, local‑first framework for on‑device personal agents, and GLM‑5‑Turbo, Zhipu AI’s high‑speed, agent‑native model for long‑chain tasks. OpenJarvis runs entirely on smartphones or edge servers, achieving 88.7% local...

By Sifu Yik's Substack
Apple’s New USB‑C AirPods Tempt Reluctant Upgrade
SocialMar 16, 2026

Apple’s New USB‑C AirPods Tempt Reluctant Upgrade

Just when I thought I'd managed to escape Apple's big March releases unscathed, they go and drop this bad boi. I've been narrowly avoiding upgrading just to switch from Lightning to USB-C but now with better ANC and H2 chip? I...

By Hiro (Hiro Report)
Secure SSH with Tailscale, Not Public Internet Exposure
SocialMar 16, 2026

Secure SSH with Tailscale, Not Public Internet Exposure

False Many examples of SSH access 0-days and hacks SSH should never be exposed to the entire internet SSH is like your front door, even if you are the only one with the key, your lock might have a production defect (very rare...

By Pieter Levels
Android 16 Now Has a Desktop Mode for Your Pixel 8 or Newer
NewsMar 16, 2026

Android 16 Now Has a Desktop Mode for Your Pixel 8 or Newer

Google’s Android 16 QPR3 update introduces a native desktop mode for Pixel 8 and newer devices, letting users plug a USB‑C DisplayPort cable into an external monitor. The interface adds a taskbar, windowed apps and mouse‑keyboard support, mimicking a PC environment. Early...

By Lifehacker – Two Cents (Money)
AI Management Beats Prompt Engineering in 2026
SocialMar 16, 2026

AI Management Beats Prompt Engineering in 2026

Why Prompt Engineering Isn’t the Most Valuable AI Skill in 2026 As AI becomes more autonomous and agent-driven, the most valuable human skills shift from crafting prompts to managing, supervising and guiding AI systems. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/evyRq2ky #AI #FutureSkills...

By Bernard Marr
Progress MS-31 Departs ISS, Paving Path for Next Resupply
SocialMar 16, 2026

Progress MS-31 Departs ISS, Paving Path for Next Resupply

Progress MS-31 undocks from ISS to clear the way for the next resupply mission: https://t.co/8NFAf26ZvR https://t.co/rvJcBU6rTq

By Anatoly Zak
Still Using Your Laptop Camera? Improve Your Video Calls and Streams with This Logitech Webcam, Now 38% Off
NewsMar 16, 2026

Still Using Your Laptop Camera? Improve Your Video Calls and Streams with This Logitech Webcam, Now 38% Off

Logitech’s Brio 101 Full HD webcam is now priced at $24.99, a 38% discount from its regular $39.99 list price. The device delivers 1080p video at 30 fps, built‑in microphone, RightLight auto‑brightness, and a physical privacy shutter. It works plug‑and‑play with...

By Cord Cutters News
Multi-Ancestry Polygenic Score Predicts T2D, Obesity, GLP‑1 Need
SocialMar 16, 2026

Multi-Ancestry Polygenic Score Predicts T2D, Obesity, GLP‑1 Need

A polygenic risk score that predicts Type 2 diabetes, obesity, and likelihood for requiring a GLP-1 drug. Across 6 ancestries. https://t.co/5hTVv8kqlK https://t.co/IgXhx8vFA6

By Eric Topol
Proposing Real‑Time API National Provider Directory to End Data Hide‑and‑Seek
SocialMar 16, 2026

Proposing Real‑Time API National Provider Directory to End Data Hide‑and‑Seek

The U.S. still plays “Where’s Waldo?” with provider data. @HeyEpic ’s new concept paper lays out how CMS and partners can build a real-time, API-driven national directory. 🌐 https://t.co/URsJiyAhMm #Interoperability #FHIR #HealthIT #DigitalHealth #HITSM

By Colin Hung
You're Doing Vulnerability Management Backwards: Here's the Fix
NewsMar 16, 2026

You're Doing Vulnerability Management Backwards: Here's the Fix

The article argues that vulnerability management should start with asset importance rather than CVSS scores. It proposes an asset‑first framework that classifies systems into business‑impact tiers and adds exploit likelihood to prioritize remediation. For MSPs handling many client environments, this...

By ChannelE2E
GTC Shifts Focus From GPUs to Broader AI
SocialMar 16, 2026

GTC Shifts Focus From GPUs to Broader AI

GTC stands for “GPU Technology Conference” Yet today, the unofficial title of Jensen Huang’s speech might as well be “Beyond GPUs” https://t.co/RKZuN87GrL $NVDA https://t.co/q2Kpsvlltm

By Luke Kawa
New Legislation Guarantees Free Shipping for Consumers
SocialMar 16, 2026

New Legislation Guarantees Free Shipping for Consumers

The Bill for Free Shipping Has Finally Arrived - https://t.co/6zb11RFv7C #freeshipping #ecommerce #parcelshipping #retail #retailers #supplychain #logistics

By Adrian Gonzalez
Innov8.ag Launches Industry’s First Operational Intelligence Service for Agriculture
NewsMar 16, 2026

Innov8.ag Launches Industry’s First Operational Intelligence Service for Agriculture

Innov8.ag unveiled HarvestReplay™, the first operational intelligence service that transforms a farm’s own data into daily decision‑making insights. The managed platform delivers visual analytics and AI‑generated audio briefings, targeting labor, production and harvest cost inefficiencies. Estimated savings range from $25,000...

By PrecisionAg
Biotech IPOs Falter as Companies Pull Planned Listings
SocialMar 16, 2026

Biotech IPOs Falter as Companies Pull Planned Listings

16March: Which companies recently withdrew their planned IPOs? And how much have the stocks of this year's #biotech IPOs risen or fallen this year? Read about the IPO market plus updates on $BNTX, $IXHL, and $INKT in my latest StockWatch...

By Alex Philippidis
Five London Hotels Capture 57% of AI Recommendations: What a New Study Reveals About AI Travel Distribution
NewsMar 16, 2026

Five London Hotels Capture 57% of AI Recommendations: What a New Study Reveals About AI Travel Distribution

A LuxDirect CS7 study of 2,700 AI queries across 25 London luxury hotels found five properties captured 57% of AI recommendations. The concentration appears faster than early SEO trends and is independent of hotel size or brand, with a 26‑room...

By Hospitality Net – Technology
Lawyers and Cybersecurity: Talk to An Experts. Before It’s Too Late
BlogMar 16, 2026

Lawyers and Cybersecurity: Talk to An Experts. Before It’s Too Late

At Legalweek, Michel Sahyoun of NopalCyber warned that law firms are overlooking cybersecurity as generative AI becomes mainstream. He highlighted that the average time to exploit a breach is just 29 minutes, and AI tools can continuously scan for weaknesses....

By Legal Tech Daily
Chatbot Risks Evolve: From Self‑Harm to Mass‑Casualty Threats
SocialMar 16, 2026

Chatbot Risks Evolve: From Self‑Harm to Mass‑Casualty Threats

From me this weekend: Lawyer behind AI psychosis cases says the risk profile of chatbots may be shifting from self-harm cases to potential mass-casualty incidents. https://t.co/Gx2sqHpp7J via @techcrunch 1/

By Rebecca Bellan
AI-Driven Digital Biology Delivers Custom Cancer Vaccine for Dog
SocialMar 16, 2026

AI-Driven Digital Biology Delivers Custom Cancer Vaccine for Dog

The era of digital biology, exemplified by making a bespoke and effective vaccine for cancer in a dog, is taking off. Access to the AI-Coscientist. A new feature @NatureMedicine https://t.co/AR9lqne7E1

By Eric Topol
GeoComm Launches Service to Accelerate GIS Indoor Mapping
NewsMar 16, 2026

GeoComm Launches Service to Accelerate GIS Indoor Mapping

GeoComm unveiled Conversion Services, a new offering that accelerates the creation of indoor GIS maps by more than 50%, turning PDFs and other legacy floor plans into dynamic, data‑rich layers. The service targets 911 centers, public‑safety agencies, and municipal GIS...

By Urgent Communications
Meta to Spend Up to $27 Billion on Nebius AI Infrastructure
NewsMar 16, 2026

Meta to Spend Up to $27 Billion on Nebius AI Infrastructure

Meta announced a multi‑year agreement to purchase up to $27 billion of artificial‑intelligence infrastructure services from Nebius Group. The five‑year contract will give Meta access to Nebius’s high‑performance compute and storage platforms, accelerating its generative‑AI initiatives across Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp....

By Bloomberg – Technology
KiloClaw Updates: Persistent Packages, Browser Support, and Connected Accounts
BlogMar 16, 2026

KiloClaw Updates: Persistent Packages, Browser Support, and Connected Accounts

KiloClaw released a suite of March updates that make agents more durable and connected. Users can now link Google and GitHub accounts directly, while package installations via pip, uv, and npm persist across restarts. The default image now includes a...

By Kilo Blog
Clean-Energy Investment Now Almost Twice Fossil Fuels
SocialMar 16, 2026

Clean-Energy Investment Now Almost Twice Fossil Fuels

Now seems like a good time to remember that global clean-energy investment is nearly double fossil fuels https://t.co/bHhEwRKgy7

By Simon Evans
Vidu Unveils the World’s First AI Solution for Animated Series Production at SXSW 2026
NewsMar 16, 2026

Vidu Unveils the World’s First AI Solution for Animated Series Production at SXSW 2026

ShengShu Technology unveiled Vidu Q3, the world’s first AI solution built specifically for animated series production, at SXSW 2026. The platform tackles persistent hurdles such as character instability, prompt complexity, shot continuity, and audio‑visual misalignment. By integrating specialized training, a...

By AiThority
SOLVE-TAVI: Patient Sex, for the Most Part, Doesn’t Sway Outcomes by Valve Type
NewsMar 16, 2026

SOLVE-TAVI: Patient Sex, for the Most Part, Doesn’t Sway Outcomes by Valve Type

The five‑year SOLVE‑TAVI trial shows that self‑expanding and balloon‑expandable transcatheter aortic valves deliver comparable long‑term efficacy and durability in both men and women with severe aortic stenosis. Stroke incidence was markedly lower in women receiving the self‑expanding valve (0.9% vs...

By TCTMD
D-ID Launches V4 Expressive Visual Agents for Real-Time, LLM-Connected Interaction at Enterprise Scale
NewsMar 16, 2026

D-ID Launches V4 Expressive Visual Agents for Real-Time, LLM-Connected Interaction at Enterprise Scale

D‑ID unveiled its V4 Expressive Visual Agents, a diffusion‑based generation of ultra‑high‑fidelity digital humans that operate in real time with sub‑0.5‑second latency and up to 4K resolution. The avatars integrate directly with large language models, adapting facial expressions and tone...

By AiThority
Building AGI Is Essential to Avoid Imminent Extinction
SocialMar 16, 2026

Building AGI Is Essential to Avoid Imminent Extinction

“If nobody builds it, everyone dies” Nick Bostrom’s latest piece on artificial superintelligence makes the point that, given we are all on course for dying in (by and large) the next few decades, developing a transformative technology like AGI is worth...

By João Pedro de Magalhães, PhD
CRMLS Expands RealReports Partnership
BlogMar 16, 2026

CRMLS Expands RealReports Partnership

California Regional MLS (CRMLS) announced that its RealReports AI‑powered home‑report service will be offered as a no‑cost core product to all its members. The move follows strong adoption by multiple real‑estate associations, prompting CEO Art Carter to extend the tool...

By Vendor Alley
Apple Introduces MacBook Neo Alongside iPhone 17e and iPhone 17
NewsMar 16, 2026

Apple Introduces MacBook Neo Alongside iPhone 17e and iPhone 17

Apple unveiled three new products—MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and iPhone 17—aimed at expanding its ecosystem with more affordable yet high‑performance devices. The MacBook Neo starts at R11,999, features the A18 Pro chip, a 13‑inch Liquid Retina display, and up to 16 hours...

By IT News Africa
Japan’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm Enters Commercial Operation: 220-MW Kitakyushu Hibikinada Offshore Wind Farm Feeds Electricity Into the Grid
NewsMar 16, 2026

Japan’s Largest Offshore Wind Farm Enters Commercial Operation: 220-MW Kitakyushu Hibikinada Offshore Wind Farm Feeds Electricity Into the Grid

Japan’s largest offshore wind farm, the 220 MW Kitakyushu Hibikinada project, began commercial operation in early March 2026. The facility comprises 25 turbines of 9.6 MW each and is expected to generate about 500 million kWh annually, enough for roughly 170,000 households. Operated by...

By Renewable Energy Industry
Apple Debuts $549 AirPods Max 2 Headphones With Live Translation, Better Noise Canceling
NewsMar 16, 2026

Apple Debuts $549 AirPods Max 2 Headphones With Live Translation, Better Noise Canceling

Apple unveiled the AirPods Max 2, a $549 over‑ear headset that builds on the original 2020 model with 1.5× stronger active noise cancellation and a suite of features previously limited to the AirPods Pro line. The new headphones add live translation, a...

By Bloomberg – Technology