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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Services provide real-world customer insight, reducing SaaS risk and improving product-market fit. Hybrid models fund innovation internally while creating operational leverage and long-term resilience. Many founders believe they must choose between building a product and offering a service. You either chase the high valuations of software or rely on the steady cash flow of a consulting agency. After co-founding SaaS products alongside running a robust services firm, I learned this binary thinking is a trap.People debating a SaaS vs services business usually miss the point: these models strengthen each other.…

China’s Alibaba said that growth accelerated for both its artificial intelligence and cloud businesses in the latest quarter, driven by the AI boom, even though overall revenue rose just 3% to 243 billion yuan ($36 billion). Revenue from its Cloud Intelligence Group, which focuses on cloud computing and AI developments, jumped 38% in the January-March quarter from a year ago to 41.6 billion yuan ($6.1 billion). That was faster than the 36% and 34% growth in the previous two quarters, respectively. However, Alibaba recorded an overall 848 million yuan ($125 million) loss from operations for the quarter, a key measure of profitability…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Controlled leaks preempt misinformation by filling the silence with accurate, on‑message details. Used sparingly and ethically, controlled leaks soften crises without triggering full press cycles. When sloppy, leaks destroy trust fast, turning proactive strategy into defensive damage control. You’ve no doubt heard a lot in recent years about “controlling the narrative,” a central tenet in my field of public relations. But there’s another lesser-known PR strategy that can be highly effective when businesses are aiming to influence their media relations: the “controlled leak.”A controlled leak is not a purposely released…

Subnautica 2Credit: KraftonOne of the most highly anticipated releases of 2026 is upon us. Subnautica 2, the sequel to the 2018 action-adventure survival hit drops on Thursday for PC and Xbox Series X/S via early access. Here’s all of the information on one of the more intriguing titles of the year.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EZhCzFaQuw&pp=ygUKc3VibmF1dGljYQ%3D%3DKey Facts at a GlanceTitle: Subnautica 2Developer/Publisher: Unknown Worlds EntertainmentEarly Access Launch: Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 8 AM PDT / 11 AM EDT / 4 PM BST / 5 PM CEST / 15:00 UTCLaunch Platforms: PC (Steam + Epic Games Store), Xbox Series X|SGame Pass: Day-one on Xbox Game…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Unlike January planning (based on assumptions), Q2 decisions are backed by real data — making it the ideal time to recalibrate before summer’s increased competition and consumer activity. Repositioning doesn’t mean fully rebranding. The most effective adjustments are small and focused: sharper messaging, a narrower audience or simpler communication. A successful mid-year reset requires analyzing your data to identify what’s not landing, getting specific about what you want to be known for and aligning your team. There’s a moment that hits for most brands around this time of year, and…

In Seattle, the average price of a gallon of gas is now $5.96, a 30-cent increase from only a month ago and a $1.50 increase from a year ago.  The United States and Israel’s conflict in Iran, and the constricted flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz, has caused gas prices across the country to soar. That’s made workplace commutes more costly for Americans already facing an affordability crisis. For students, staff, and faculty at the University of Washington, though, they have a new way to get to work if they want to ditch their cars. The university recently…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. After building more than 22 companies around the world, one thing I’ve learned is clear: today’s consumers increasingly operate from a values-based mindset. In other words, businesses with a clear purpose consistently outperform those without one.According to a 2022 Harris Poll study, 82% of consumers want a brand’s values to align with their own. I’ve seen this play out repeatedly throughout my career. When a business is aligned with a meaningful cause, it doesn’t just perform better — it builds a stronger culture, deeper loyalty and more lasting impact.My entrepreneurial journey didn’t…

Knowledge management: the foundation gettyKnowledge management has long been one of those fuzzily-defined areas of the business that is essential, often with a foot in information technology and a foot in business management, but never really in the spotlight of either. Its proponents and overseers represent a range of job roles, from librarians to content management systems specialists to knowledge managers by title. These professionals handle documents such as software documentation, user manuals, repair guides, contracts, and much more. But, think about it: data scientists are the hot job for today’s economy, but what do we hear about “content scientists?”In…

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Key Takeaways Identify the specific hiring frictions slowing the talent pipeline. Redefine roles around skills and business impact. Simplify and accelerate hiring decision processes. Use hiring data to continuously refine talent strategy. Hiring frustration is frequently treated as a temporary problem — a simple case of slow pipelines or a sudden talent shortage. In reality, these persistent pain points often signal deeper issues in how an organization defines roles and evaluates its human capital. When recruiting feels consistently painful, it usually means a company is trying to solve structural uncertainty with more…

Threads is rolling out Meta AI, which will provide real-time context when mentioned in a post or reply. Connor Hayes, head of Threads, posted on the app Tuesday about the thinking behind Meta AI’s new feature. “We’re starting to test a way to get context on a Threads conversation by mentioning Meta AI in a post or reply. This will start in a handful of countries today and expand over time,” Hayes said. “Conversations here move fast. A lot of people want to look things up before jumping in. We want to make that easier. Ask Meta AI to get…