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Travis Kelce solidifies his NFL legacy with a new contract, reaching over $111 million in career earnings, unprecedented tight end stats, and numerous records.
Jaxon Smith-Njigba signs a colossal 4-year, $168.6 million contract with the Seattle Seahawks, making him the NFL's highest-paid receiver with an average of $42.15 million per season.
The NCAA Men's and Women's Basketball Tournaments are heating up, with Sweet 16 spots filling rapidly. This sets a thrilling stage for college and high school athletes.
Patrick Mahomes is undergoing an intense 7-hour daily rehab regimen, signaling deep commitment to sustaining the Chiefs' dynasty, while Brittany Mahomes drives strategic development for the Kansas City Current, showcasing a powerful dual influence on Kansas City sports.
Nvidia is developing a Chinese-compatible version of its newly acquired Groq AI chips and resuming H200 processor exports, signaling a critical pivot in its strategy for the lucrative Chinese market amidst US export controls.
South Korean retail giant Shinsegae Group signs a $6.7 billion deal with US startup Reflection AI, backed by Nvidia, to build the nation's largest AI data center, signaling a major push into tech-driven platforms.
The NBA is reportedly planning a 2028 expansion to Las Vegas and Seattle, involving potential $7-10 billion fees per team and a crucial board of governors meeting.
Google and Accel's Atoms accelerator rejected 70% of AI startups as 'wrappers,' highlighting a venture capital pivot towards deep tech and proprietary models over superficial integrations.
A new Japanese study indicates that boys with hemophilia who play sports frequently, particularly in junior high, face a higher risk of bleeding episodes, highlighting the need for tailored prophylaxis adjustments.
OpenAI acquires cybersecurity startup Promptfoo to enhance the safety, security, and governance of its AI agents, integrating tools into its Frontier platform.
The Athletic's Connections: Sports Edition puzzle for March 8, 2026 (No. 531) challenged players with categories spanning women's tennis greats, NWSL teams, WNBA Draft picks, and All-American Girls Professional Baseball League teams, highlighting the game's diverse sports knowledge requirements.
As Summit League basketball semi-finals take center stage, President Trump's "Saving College Sports Roundtable" highlights NIL and governance challenges.
President Trump announced the dismissal of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, citing "leadership failures" and controversial policies, and named Sen. Markwayne Mullin as her replacement, effective March 31, 2026.
Star edge rusher Trey Hendrickson officially parts ways with the Cincinnati Bengals, entering NFL free agency after a multi-year contract dispute and two trade requests.
Trellis Group opens applications for its 2026 Climate Tech Startups to Watch list, highlighting a maturing market and increased investor focus on proven technologies across data centers, material innovation, and climate adaptation, as global funding climbs to $40.5 billion.
Disgraced AI startup Cluely, founded by Roy Lee, highlights a disturbing trend in Silicon Valley's AI gold rush, battling public scorn and VC recalibration.
A deep dive into San Francisco's bizarre AI startup landscape, the rise and fall of "cheating tool" Cluely, and how VCs are reassessing AI SaaS investments.
NFL teams are buzzing as the 2026 salary cap is officially set at a record $301.2 million, a substantial increase expected to reshape team building and player contracts.
Salt Lake City is rapidly transforming into a dominant force in U.S. sports with aggressive expansion plans, while 2026 World Cup host cities face a critical funding shortfall.
The tech industry witnesses the decline of the generalist as AI drives demand for hyper-specialized skills, offering significant salary premiums and reshaping career paths.
Young entrepreneurs, some still in high school, are leveraging AI to launch multi-million dollar startups, attracting VC attention and reshaping the tech landscape with unprecedented speed.
Sam Kriss's "Child's Play" exposes San Francisco's bizarre tech landscape, from pervasive B2B ads to the controversial AI startup Cluely, revealing a disturbing vision of tech's future divide between "overclass" and "useless" individuals.
Artificial intelligence is transforming kitchens globally, from AI-powered restaurants like Woohoo in Dubai to CPG innovations by Spiceology, blending advanced tech with human culinary artistry.
Gianluca Mancini commits to Roma until 2029, Zeki Celik reportedly agrees terms with Juventus, and Denzel Dumfries nears Inter return amidst Napoli's growing injury crisis.
The Baltimore Orioles kick off their Grapefruit League schedule today against the Yankees, but early optimism is tempered by significant injury concerns surrounding infielder Jordan Westburg and prospect Jackson Holliday.
American speed skating sensation Kristen Santos-Griswold is poised for her final chance at gold in the 1500m short track event at the Milan Cortina Olympics today, after a near miss in Beijing.
Florida State University's athletic programs are making significant waves with FSU Softball hosting a top-ranked tournament, Golf excelling at Watersound, Swim & Dive setting records, and Women's Basketball battling Cal.
The AI industry's demanding work culture, characterized by 12-hour days and weekend work, is fueled by anxiety about job security and the speed of innovation, posing a significant warning for all sectors.
As traditional software stocks plunge, companies fiercely rebrand as AI innovators, scrambling to adapt or face obsolescence in a market reshaped by powerful new AI tools.
Mets Spring Training is buzzing with Francisco Álvarez's elite fitness, Christian Scott's confident return from Tommy John, and Jonah Tong's unexpected rise, amidst NL East shifts and MLB free agency action. Steve Cohen weighs in on team outlook.
OpenAI's API Head of Engineering, Sherwin Wu, predicts AI will usher in a "golden age" for B2B SaaS and software startups, favoring numerous small, high-agency businesses over single billion-dollar entities, fueled by reduced development costs.
Canadian AI startup Cohere hit $240M in 2025 annual recurring revenue, fueling speculation of a 2026 IPO amidst fierce competition from OpenAI, Anthropic, and xAI. The company's efficient growth and enterprise focus position it as a key contender in the AI market.
Defense tech firm Shield AI is reportedly seeking up to $1 billion in funding, quadrupling its valuation to $11 billion amid a surge in autonomous defense systems.
Minister Kanishka Narayan's speech at Founders Forum emphasized UK's commitment to tech ownership, economic stability, and human-centric AI development, drawing parallels to historical design debates.
Qatar's sovereign wealth fund is propelling a major tech initiative in 2026, investing heavily in AI, quantum computing, and semiconductors, attracting global R&D and fostering domestic talent.
American figure skater Ilia Malinin attempts to land the elusive quad axel and secure a gold medal on Day 7 of the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan Cortina, headlining a day packed with pivotal events.
Stock futures nudged higher amidst volatile markets after tech losses, as a UK-based AI startup secures $8M to develop human brain-like AI for robotics and autonomous drones.
London-based deep tech startup Stanhope AI raises £6M ($8M) in seed funding to develop "Real World Model" AI, mimicking the human brain for autonomous drones and robotics, moving beyond LLM limitations.
FC Barcelona prepares for a crucial Copa del Rey semifinal clash against a transformed Atlético Madrid, but will be without Marcus Rashford due to injury. Transfer rumors also swirl around Jules Koundé.
The latest Connections: Sports Edition puzzle offers a medium-difficulty challenge featuring NBA stars and athletic brands, coinciding with the highly anticipated Clearwater Invitational college softball tournament.
London-based Mozart AI closes $6M seed round led by Balderton Capital, bringing total funding to $7.1M for its AI-powered Generative Audio Workstation and new mobile app.
A new startup, LightBar, is crowdsourcing internet users to hunt down AI models misusing copyrighted Hollywood content, signaling an escalating battle over intellectual property.
Sporting Kansas City launches a new secondary jersey inspired by the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District, signaling a trend of cultural integration and technological advancement across Kansas City's athletic landscape, as the Big 12 prepares an LED glass court debut.
USA TODAY Co. releases new coffee-table books covering sports history, music legends, and cultural milestones, while the Big 12 unveils an LED glass court and Sporting KC honors jazz history.
As the 2026 college football season approaches, experts weigh in on the national championship favorites and sleeper teams, highlighting Big Ten dominance and SEC challengers.
Major Wall Street institution UBS shifts outlook on U.S. tech to neutral, citing AI infrastructure spending slowdown and software market turmoil, prompting investor concern.
A new AI tool for tax strategies has sent wealth management stocks plummeting, mirroring recent sell-offs in software and insurance, as UBS warns of sustained AI-related uncertainty in the tech sector.