AIEthics

Tech Leaders Confront AI Ethics and Regulatory Challenges at 2025 ForbesBLK Summit

Technology leaders and venture capitalists convened at the 2025 ForbesBLK Summit to address pressing ethical questions surrounding artificial intelligence development. The panel explored how emerging regulations and startup innovations are reshaping the AI landscape across mobile applications and enterprise software.

AI Ethics Take Center Stage at Industry Summit

Technology leaders gathered in Atlanta this week to confront the complex ethical dimensions of artificial intelligence development at the 2025 ForbesBLK Summit. According to reports, the panel titled “Code And Consequences: Exploring The Ethics of AI” brought together venture capitalists, software executives, and legal experts to examine how rapid AI advancement is creating both unprecedented opportunities and significant challenges.

BusinessStartups

Global Payroll Provider Deel Secures $300 Million, Valuation Soars to $17.3 Billion Amid Expansion Drive

Payroll and HR startup Deel has raised $300 million in a new funding round, according to reports, boosting its valuation to $17.3 billion. The company reportedly plans to use the capital for global infrastructure expansion and acquisitions, aiming to offer native payroll in over 100 countries by 2029.

Funding Round and Valuation Milestone

Payroll startup Deel has reportedly raised $300 million in a Series E funding round, according to Reuters, valuing the company at $17.3 billion. Sources indicate the round was led by new investor Ribbit Capital, with participation from existing backers including Andreessen Horowitz and Coatue Management. This represents a significant increase from the company’s previous valuation of $12.6 billion earlier this year.