Technology

Google now lets U.S. homeowners book home‑service appointments through its AI Mode, partnering with Angi and Thumbtack, and offering a “Book Online” button for qualified providers.

Oura is acquiring Counsel Health, an AI-native primary care company, for $625 million, expanding its presence in AI-powered healthcare and wearables.

Over 40% of restaurant operators are taking a cautious approach to using AI, with many still evaluating the business case before committing to implementation.

Findrix's agency platform offers AI visibility in local context, helping multi-location brands understand their local discovery and measurement challenges.

24 Hour Fitness has completed a multimillion-dollar remodel of several Bay Area clubs and is preparing for further growth with a new gym in Nevada.

McDonald’s and Uber have announced a multi-year expansion of their partnership that adds delivery and loyalty features in 14 markets.

AXLE helped JETSET Pilates manage its 150+ locations, providing tailored marketing solutions for the fitness franchise.

Beef ‘O’ Brady’s technology supports franchisee success with a comprehensive suite of solutions designed to simplify day-to-day operations.

Murphy USA expanded its automated restaurant initiative with White Castle, with over 100 units now operating as part of the test-to-scale program.

The Nasdaq fell 5.52% after Democrats won Congress, sparking a tech sell‑off that may affect AI‑tenant office leases, with firms like SpaceX and Palantir eyeing up to 400,000 sq ft in Manhattan.

Xponential Fitness' revenue fell 21 percent in the third quarter, to $62.3 million from $78.8 million a year earlier.

Wonder Group Inc. has submitted a draft registration statement to the SEC for a proposed initial public offering.

Amazon and Uber Eats partner to offer Prime members $0 delivery fees in nearly 10,000 U.S. cities, expanding their food delivery services.

Dream Vacations, a travel franchise, invests in AI-powered marketing technology to support its advisors and help them reach more customers and save time.

Helpful Heroes opens a new franchise location in Memphis, Tennessee, as part of the BELFOR Franchise Group family of brands.

FitGrid founder Ntiedo Etuk is building a Neutral Intelligence Network to help studios and franchise operators make data-driven business decisions.

Scooter’s Coffee achieves a balance between flavor innovation and operational efficiency with its 41 syrups and sauces in 688-square-foot locations.

GridPoint has reinstated co‑founder Adrian De Luca as CEO to spearhead a new on‑site battery program, aiming to deliver 2 GW of distributed storage across more than 20,000 U.S. commercial sites.

Nash & Smashed selects Qu's intelligent commerce platform to run its restaurants as it expands, with 40% of orders being digital.

A former IT leader has opened a TruBlue Home Service Ally franchise in Calabasas, California, to help seniors age in place safely and give families confidence in their care.

McDonald’s third-quarter results showed signs of improving momentum, with international markets and digital promotions helping drive growth, even as softer U.S.

Golden Gate Petroleum introduces a new loyalty program, Golden Gate Rewards, powered by Patron Points, offering members savings and rewards on fuel and purchases.

Chipotle's first-ever chief digital officer is ramping up initiatives | Photo provided by Chipotle

ATHX Games and Blk Box extend their equipment partnership, with Blk Box to continue outfitting ATHX competitions worldwide.