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  1. technology

    AI Agents Are Quietly Running Small Business Operations in 2026

    Autonomous AI agents are increasingly managing complex operational tasks for small and medium-sized enterprises in 2026, driven by advancements in machine learning and accessible platforms.

    Felicitas Okeke · 31 July 2026

  2. technology

    Does AI Customer Support Actually Work? The Data Says It Depends

    While AI customer support offers clear efficiency gains, its effectiveness hinges on implementation quality, integration, and the complexity of customer inquiries, leading to mixed results across industries.

    Daniel Whitfield · 27 July 2026

  3. opinion

    Opinion: Automate Everything Except the Moments That Build Trust

    Strategic business automation should prioritize efficiency while carefully preserving the human touch essential for building and maintaining customer and employee trust.

    Auxi Sherpa Writes · 24 July 2026

  4. health

    Telemedicine Startups Are Finding Their Second Wind

    After a pandemic-fueled boom and subsequent correction, telemedicine startups are demonstrating renewed vitality, adapting to evolving market demands and regulatory landscapes to carve out sustainable growth paths.

    Beatriz Almeida · 23 July 2026

  5. insights

    The Retention Playbook Lean Companies Use to Stop Churn

    Automating customer retention is becoming a strategic imperative for lean businesses, leveraging technology to proactively identify and address churn risks before they escalate.

    Chloe Anderson · 21 July 2026

  6. fact check

    Fact Check: Do AI Chatbots Really Damage Brand Trust?

    While AI chatbots offer efficiency, their deployment without careful consideration for accuracy, empathy, and transparency can indeed erode consumer confidence and damage brand perception.

    Lena Hoffmann · 20 July 2026

  7. opinion

    Opinion: Most Automation Projects Fail for the Same Three Reasons

    Across industries and geographies, automation projects frequently falter due to a recurring trifecta of issues: poor planning, insufficient change management, and a fundamental misunderstanding of the technology's actual capabilities and limitations.

    Auxi Sherpa Writes · 18 July 2026

  8. technology

    CRM Automation Is Finally Usable by Solo Founders

    Advancements in artificial intelligence and no-code platforms are empowering solo founders to leverage sophisticated CRM automation, streamlining operations and fostering growth without large teams or prohibitive costs.

    Rohan Mehta · 17 July 2026