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Sales teams are burning out. The pressure to follow up on hundreds of leads, personalize communication across channels, and close deals faster has become overwhelming—especially in high-touch industries like real estate, hospitality, and services. Enter Oli, a new AI-powered sales assistant developed by OnCourse AI, co-founded by Gregory Sukornyk and Esteban Safranchik. The mission? Eliminate repetitive tasks and give sales professionals back their time and focus. AI That Works Alongside Sales Teams — Not Instead of Them Unlike traditional chatbots or marketing automation tools, Oli operates across chat, email, SMS, and even voice to qualify leads in real-time. It seamlessly…

As energy demand soars and the transition to renewables accelerates, the U.S. grid is under more pressure than ever. Utilidata, a Rhode Island-based energy tech firm, has just raised $60.3 million in Series C funding to bring artificial intelligence to the edge of grid infrastructure—without needing to rebuild it from scratch. The round was led by Renown Capital Partners, with strategic participation from NVIDIA, Quanta Services, and Keyframe Capital, signaling a high-stakes bet on edge AI as the future of grid resilience and clean energy integration. Karman: The Smart Platform Behind the Shift At the heart of Utilidata’s expansion is…

America’s infrastructure is aging faster than it’s being rebuilt—and the numbers are staggering. According to the 2025 ASCE Report Card, the U.S. infrastructure system has earned a “C” grade, signaling stagnation despite years of federal investment. Transit and energy remain the weakest links, both scoring a dismal “D”, while an estimated $3.7 trillion investment gap continues to widen. The big question: Where will the rest of the money come from? Private Investors Are Ready According to Jon Phillips, CEO of the Global Infrastructure Investor Association (GIIA), there is a clear answer: private capital. Speaking on the report’s findings, Phillips emphasized…

Despite historic levels of investment, America’s infrastructure remains stuck in mediocrity. The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has released its 2025 Infrastructure Report Card, and the nation scored a C — a marginal improvement over 2021’s C-, but still far from the resilient, future-ready system the country aims for. This signals a stark reality: billions are being spent, but the transformation is far from complete. 66,000+ Projects Funded, But Core Challenges Persist The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)—signed into law in 2021—unleashed an unprecedented $1.2 trillion in funding, of which $568 billion has already been allocated across over…

India’s AI revolution is no longer on the horizon — it’s here, and it’s scaling fast. After years of experimentation and sandbox testing, Indian enterprises are now moving aggressively from AI pilots to full-scale business transformation. From tech giants to agile startups, organizations across sectors are leveraging AI to improve customer experiences, optimize operations, and drive revenue. This moment marks India’s strategic shift from AI curiosity to AI commitment. What’s Driving the Surge? The numbers say it all. Accenture just reported $1.2 billion in generative AI revenue this quarter alone, a figure that underscores the demand for applied AI across…

In a strategic push to lead the next wave of AI-powered software innovation, Wipro has launched a GitHub Center of Excellence (CoE) in Bengaluru. This initiative, part of Wipro’s broader ai360 strategy, is designed to standardize and accelerate enterprise AI adoption—by putting cutting-edge tools directly in the hands of developers. The center marks a key milestone in Wipro’s vision to build scalable, secure, and responsible AI-first engineering practices. What Makes This CoE Different? The GitHub CoE isn’t just symbolic—it’s hands-on, outcome-driven, and developer-focused. Equipped with GitHub Copilot, Microsoft 365 tools, and automation-first frameworks, the facility empowers engineers to: Write better…

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has unveiled a major restructuring initiative titled “Make America Healthy Again,” marking one of the most significant federal health overhauls in recent memory. This transformation aligns with the White House’s broader Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Workforce Optimization Initiative, aimed at reducing bureaucracy and enhancing mission-driven operations. As health systems evolve and public priorities shift, HHS is positioning itself for leaner governance, clearer accountability, and stronger impact. What’s Changing Inside HHS? At the heart of the restructuring is a dramatic reduction in workforce size and agency overlap. HHS will cut its…

In a landmark regulatory move, the U.S. Department of Commerce has finalized a rule that bans the import and sale of connected vehicle technologies linked to China and Russia. The sweeping restrictions, effective from March 17, 2025, mark a significant escalation in U.S. efforts to safeguard national security in an increasingly digitized automotive landscape. The final rule will have far-reaching consequences for the automotive supply chain, vehicle data governance, and international trade relations. What the Rule Covers — and When The rule applies to connected vehicles and components that are either produced by or linked to Chinese or Russian entities.…

Artificial Intelligence is no longer just enhancing big data — it’s transforming it completely. As we step deeper into 2025, the convergence of AI and Big Data is creating new possibilities, new challenges, and new rules for businesses worldwide. This is not evolution — it’s a full-scale reinvention of how data is handled, analyzed, and turned into action. How is Generative AI Changing Data Analytics? Traditionally, Big Data focused on collection and storage. But today, Generative AI is helping companies move faster from raw data to business intelligence. AI systems now auto-clean messy datasets. They can structure unorganized information. They…

Executive hiring just got a major upgrade — thanks to AI. Alex Bates’s startup HelloSky is pioneering a fresh approach to leadership search, moving beyond outdated reliance on résumés and LinkedIn profiles. In a world where top executive talent is often passive and hidden, HelloSky’s AI platform brings intelligence and strategy into the process. By blending smart tagging, relationship intelligence, and connection pathing, HelloSky taps into deep employment, education, and investment datasets. Instead of relying on who you know or manual networking, the platform surfaces high-impact executives who perfectly match the business need — even if they aren’t actively job-hunting.…