AI for work and hiring: MindCloud rolled out a redesigned site spotlighting its “Universal App Layer” for connecting 3,100+ apps, while PageUp launched Paige, an AI talent assistant aimed at cutting time-to-shortlist (up to 75% in pilots). Student-to-job voice agent: ESAI debuted Brandi, a voice agent that guides students from admissions to first job, with a 90-day job-offer guarantee. Shopify commerce tools: Omniconvert launched Ecommerce Benchmark for Shopify brands, scoring stores against real competitors across ads, reviews/UGC, AI visibility, agentic commerce and CRO. Hospitality ops: Lightspeed introduced Locations Manager to help multi-site restaurants update menus and share items from one place. Consumer-facing ordering shift: Wendy’s Philippines launched direct ordering on its own Shopify storefront via Zapiet Eats, cutting delivery-app commissions. New hardware for developers: OpenAI teased its first hardware product, launching July 15, built with Work Louder. Business/tech infrastructure: AWS previewed a no-code Agentic CX Designer for Amazon Connect Customer. Product/brand expansion: Urban Performance debuted in India via Confluxe, bringing its smartwear line. Semiconductor/industrial: CAST introduced PSI5-HOST IP core for automotive sensor interfaces. Real estate/hospitality: NAIA Developments plans branded serviced residences in Egypt under Swissôtel Residences. Transport and policy: Delhi outlined a phase-out of petrol scooters and rickshaws in favor of electric options.