TechCrunch Daily Crunch OpenAI to acquire the team behind executive coaching AI tool Convogo
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Jan 9, 2026 OpenAI is making waves by acquiring the team behind Convago, an executive coaching AI tool that originated from a hackathon. Meanwhile, Disney+ plans to launch short-form vertical videos to attract younger viewers who prefer bite-sized content. In a concerning report, the Illinois health department exposed sensitive data of over 700,000 residents for years. Additionally, Artisan AI's recent temporary LinkedIn ban sparked viral reactions online, and SwapCommerce successfully raised $100M to enhance its AI-driven e-commerce platform.
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Disney Plus Embraces Short-Form Vertical Video
- Disney Plus is adding short-form vertical video to boost daily engagement and attract younger users.
- The format may include original clips, repurposed social videos, and scenes from shows and movies.
Massive Illinois Data Exposure Lasted Years
- Illinois exposed mapping data for years that included addresses, case numbers, and demographics for hundreds of thousands.
- The Department said it cannot determine whether anyone viewed the publicly accessible maps during that period.
OpenAI Acquires Convago Team, Not Tech
- OpenAI is acqui-hiring Convago's team but not its IP, bringing the founders into its AI cloud efforts.
- This deal is part of a larger pattern of frequent OpenAI acquisitions over the past year.