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As companies push to increase efficiency and stay competitive, they’re encouraging, or in some cases outright requiring, workers to know how to use AI tools. However, the push for AI use has exposed a training gap. “There are few solutions available on the market that are dedicated to non-technical people,” Aureliusz Gorski, founder and CEO of Warsaw-based CampusAI, told TechCrunch. CampusAI’s solution? An educational platform focused on making learning accessible to everyday people who want to bring AI into their everyday workflows — whether that’s to help improve sales, HR, legal, or just give your personal branding a boost with…
by Sarah Kuta Last updated: 11:35 AM ET, Tue October 28, 2025 Uniworld Boutique River Cruises is launching four new ships and six new itineraries in 2027.The company will have S.S. Audrey, S.S. Marlene and S.S. São Rafael sailing in Europe, plus voyages aboard the Aqua Blu as it debuts in Singapore and Indonesia. “2027 is shaping up to be a landmark year for us at Uniworld as we introduce four remarkable new ships to our guests and a range of itineraries that blend cultural immersion, luxury and adventure,” says Ellen Bettridge, president and chief executive officer of Uniworld Boutique…
Even after reviewing résumés, cover letters, and interviews, choosing the right candidate for a job can be a mysterious process. Hiring managers often rely on their biases about the world or gut feelings to inform their decision, making the process far from an exact science. That’s why Sarah Lucena built Mappa, an AI-powered behavioral intelligence platform that aims to take some of the guesswork out of hiring. Mappa trained an AI model to detect voice patterns that correlate with certain traits, such as communication style, empathy, and confidence. Applicants simply answer some questions from Mappa’s AI agent, and then the…
WHY IT RATES: The new forum is a key move for ASTA as it looks to grab the reigns in leading the shape of business travel in 2025 and beyond.—Patrick Clarke, TravelPulse Senior EditorFollowing ASTA’s annual Legislative Day, nearly 90 senior executives and thought leaders gathered in Washington, DC for the inaugural ASTA Corporate Travel Executive Forum—a new invite-only gathering designed to bring together the most influential voices in corporate travel management. The event marked a pivotal moment for the industry, offering a platform where Travel Management Companies (TMCs), suppliers and buyers could exchange ideas, challenge assumptions and explore the evolving…
Tutoring is one of the most effective tools for improving a child’s education, yet very few kids in the U.S. receive it. A 2023 survey of the nation’s largest school districts found that fewer than 10% of students received tutoring. One factor is that tutoring is too expensive for many families, often costing hundreds or thousands of dollars a month. Tim Novikoff, a former Google product manager and educator, wants to change that. His startup, Super Teacher, offers an AI-powered tutoring app for elementary school students that costs $15 a month, or $10 with an annual plan. Super Teacher aims…
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — Sleeveless versions of the sacred undergarments worn by members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints flew off the shelves on their first day available in the U.S., marking a momentous occasion for many women in the faith who say they no longer need to trade comfort to feel close to God.Social media was abuzz with pictures of long lines of mostly women waiting for their chance to get inside specialty clothing stores to try on the new items Tuesday. Enthusiasm for the new garments, worn under modest street clothes by members of…
Katie Hill’s dream home isn’t on the market — but one day, it will be, and she wants dibs. That, and a bit of neighborly envy, is how she got the idea for her startup, Unlisted Homes, which is a Top 20 Startup Battlefield finalist at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. “I’ve always imagined myself as an old lady with a big hat and big sunglasses, sipping a martini by the pool,” said Hill, a longtime entrepreneur. As her children grow into adults and move away from home, her neighbor’s lot across the street seems perfect: It’s a smaller home that’s perfect…
October was another busy month for the hospitality sector as the government shutdown created new challenges domestically.Nonetheless, hotel and resort industry leaders continue to establish new brands and open new properties. Here’s a recap of the biggest storylines from the past month.New Openings, Experiences Come Fast and FuriousThe past few weeks have seen significant expansion from some of the hospitality industry’s biggest names, including Four Seasons, Iberostar and Marriott, among others. Meanwhile, all-inclusive resort pioneer Club Med marked its 75th anniversary with a slew of expansion news, including new experiences at ski resorts in North America and Europe as well…
Self-driving truck startup Waabi shared Tuesday at TechCrunch Disrupt the launch of a new autonomous truck made in partnership with Volvo, the Volvo VNL Autonomous truck. The unveiling comes eight months since the Uber- and Nvidia-backed startup announced it was partnering with Volvo Autonomous Solutions to build a custom-built truck based on Volvo’s autonomy platform using Waabi’s software stack. Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun said on TechCrunch Disrupt’s AI stage the company has the potential to be the first to commercialize self-driving trucks without a human safety driver or observer. The comment was a slight dig at Aurora, a competitor that…
Good news for Mardi Gras revelers looking to experience the most legendary Fat Tuesday celebration in America on a budget: Frontier Airlines is launching special new flights to New Orleans just for Mardi Gras.The low-cost carrier is adding 12 new flights to New Orleans’ Louis Armstrong International Airport (MSY) in February 2026, as well as increasing flight frequencies on existing routes to the city during the month. From February 12 to 22, Frontier will serve New Orleans from 22 U.S. airports. In 2026, Mardi Gras falls on Tuesday, February 17, and festivities in New Orleans usually last for several weeks…