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McKinsey & Company

How AI-led commercial transformation can power industrial growth

Industrial companies are entering the most consequential commercial reset in decades—and many are less prepared than they believe.

11 August 2026

TechCrunch

As AI-led attacks multiply, OpenAI launches a new cyber model

OpenAI is expanding its AI cybersecurity defense program Daybreak, and rolling out a new cyber-trained AI model with it.

Lucas Ropek11 August 2026

The Conversation AU

Geetanjali Shree’s radical fiction, written in Hindi, is finding a global audience

Geetanjali Shree’s writing is an audacious blend of literary Hindi and an array of local dialects.

Originally published at The Conversation

Mridula Nath Chakraborty, Senior Lecturer, Literary and Cultural Studies, Monash University11 August 2026

Electrek

GM makes charging easy while Elon bets big on fossil fuels and Leno talks Tesla

On today’s super simple episode of Quick Charge, we talk about GM’s new Energy Pass, SpaceX’s big bet on fossil fuels, and Tesla’s long-promised Roadster set to arrive “real soon.” Again. For what is nearly the tenth year in a row.

Jo Borrás11 August 2026

The Robot Report

RoboStore launches Robo Inc. to help U.S. organizations deploy robots

RoboStore, a distributor of Unitree's legged robots, has launched Robo Inc. to serve as a U.S.-based manufacturer and integrator. The post RoboStore launches Robo Inc. to help U.S. organizations deploy robots appeared first on The Robot Report.

The Robot Report Staff11 August 2026

Breaking Defense

Hanwha Defense USA seeks to acquire Austal USA in $1.2B potential deal

Hanwha’s parent firm previously sought to acquire Austal’s parent company in 2024. Now, the two US arms might merge.

Diana Stancy11 August 2026

SmartCompany

SafetyCulture unveils new name, features to help Mitti-gate workplace data gaps

Workplace safety platform SafetyCulture has unveiled a new moniker, along with new AI features and a renewed focus on insurance. The post SafetyCulture unveils new name, features to help Mitti-gate workplace data gaps appeared first on SmartCompany.

Eloise Keating11 August 2026

FreightWaves

Proficient Auto Logistics’ latest deal pushes market share to 25%

Proficient Auto Logistics announced an acquisition that will double the size of its network, which operated unprofitably in the second quarter. The post Proficient Auto Logistics’ latest deal pushes market share to 25% appeared first on FreightWaves.

Todd Maiden11 August 2026

OpenGov Asia

Australia: ASD Advises Stronger Controls as AI Agents Gain Autonomy

Australia’s cyber security agency is urging stronger oversight and human review of AI agents to prevent unintended actions, security vulnerabilities and other risks.

OpenGov AI11 August 2026

TechCrunch

Jeff Bezos might finally get his hands on a sports team

Jeff Bezos is reportedly close to buying his first stake in a sports team: the U.K.'s famed Liverpool Football Club.

Dominic-Madori Davis11 August 2026

AgFunder News

GRAS overhaul: less onerous than feared, but legal battle likely

The long-anticipated proposed rule is less onerous than some had feared but could still create headaches for the food industry if not properly resourced and will almost certainly prompt legal challenges, say experts. The post GRAS overhaul: less onerous than feared, but legal battle likely appeared first on AgFunderNews.

Elaine Watson11 August 2026

SmartCompany

ASIC looks for answers as car insurance premiums surge above inflation

Car insurance premiums rose 8% in the year to July 2025, but ASIC says insurers are failing to clearly explain why customers are being charged more. The post ASIC looks for answers as car insurance premiums surge above inflation appeared first on SmartCompany.

Jacob Shteyman11 August 2026