LAUNCH OFFER Real-time freight intel from $199/mo — live in 90 seconds. [Start now →](https://getfreightdata.com/?utm_source=FW_homepage&utm_medium=FW_top_banner) × **Jun** _\- 2025 -_ 10 June \\ \\ News](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartcon-2025-tariffs-turbulence-and-the-future-of-resilient-retail) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**CartCon 2025: Tariffs, turbulence and the future of resilient retail**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartcon-2025-tariffs-turbulence-and-the-future-of-resilient-retail) Bringing the policy talk down to the warehouse floor, a panel at Cart.com’s annual customer event outlined how brands are actually coping with the new reality of shifting tariff policies. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartcon-2025-tariffs-turbulence-and-the-future-of-resilient-retail) **May** _\- 2025 -_ 30 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-ceo-in-margin-crunched-market-brokers-must-rethink-tech-strategy) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Transfix CEO: In margin-crunched market, brokers must rethink tech strategy**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-ceo-in-margin-crunched-market-brokers-must-rethink-tech-strategy) Transfix’s latest tools are designed to preserve strategic intelligence by embedding historical context directly into the workflow, helping brokers make more informed decisions and maintain continuity even as teams evolve. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-ceo-in-margin-crunched-market-brokers-must-rethink-tech-strategy) 28 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/russia-wages-silent-cyberwar-on-western-supply-chains) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Russia wages silent cyberwar on Western supply chains**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/russia-wages-silent-cyberwar-on-western-supply-chains) Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022, a group of Russian hackers has gone into overdrive. As Western countries began ramping up military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine, the GRU focused on the logistics and tech companies that support those flows. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/russia-wages-silent-cyberwar-on-western-supply-chains) 21 May \\ \\ Autonomous Vehicles](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/waabi-ceo-sees-success-in-simulation-wants-av-industry-to-disclose-safety-data) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Waabi CEO sees success in simulation, wants AV industry to disclose safety data**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/waabi-ceo-sees-success-in-simulation-wants-av-industry-to-disclose-safety-data) Waabi CEO Raquel Urtasun says autonomous truck developers should show their safety data rather than make opaque claims about their safety. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/waabi-ceo-sees-success-in-simulation-wants-av-industry-to-disclose-safety-data) 20 May \\ \\ News](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/duffy-restores-enforcement-of-english-language-proficiency-rules-for-truckers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Duffy restores English language proficiency enforcement for truckers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/duffy-restores-enforcement-of-english-language-proficiency-rules-for-truckers) U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy on Tuesday signed an order to again require strict enforcement of English language proficiency rules for commercial truck drivers. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/duffy-restores-enforcement-of-english-language-proficiency-rules-for-truckers) 19 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-your-supply-chain-is-showing) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight fraud: Your supply chain is showing**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-your-supply-chain-is-showing) From oversharing on socials to leaving systems unsecured, your data can smooth the path for freight fraudsters. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-your-supply-chain-is-showing) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-leveraging-the-carrier-identity-solution) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight fraud: Leveraging the carrier identity solution**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-leveraging-the-carrier-identity-solution) Highway’s Michael Caney explores the importance of an identity layer in vetting practices, know-your-customer principles and technological solutions to verify carrier capabilities [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-leveraging-the-carrier-identity-solution) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-how-criminals-found-a-way-in) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight fraud: How criminals found a way in**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-how-criminals-found-a-way-in) Overhaul’s CEO breaks down why today’s cargo theft crisis is less about missing locks and more about missing identities – and what the supply chain must do to fight back. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-how-criminals-found-a-way-in) 16 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-outgo-enters-race-to-become-dominant-freight-exchange-platform) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**DAT acquires Outgo, enters race to become dominant freight exchange platform**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-outgo-enters-race-to-become-dominant-freight-exchange-platform) DAT is positioning itself not just as a load board, but as the freight industry’s central exchange through its acquisition of factoring and fintech provider Outgo. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-outgo-enters-race-to-become-dominant-freight-exchange-platform) 15 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/avocados-auto-parts-and-ambushes-inside-mexicos-cargo-theft-crisis) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Avocados, auto parts and ambushes: Inside Mexico’s cargo theft crisis**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/avocados-auto-parts-and-ambushes-inside-mexicos-cargo-theft-crisis) Fraud Watch analyzes Overhaul’s 2025 Q1 Mexico cargo theft report [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/avocados-auto-parts-and-ambushes-inside-mexicos-cargo-theft-crisis) 14 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-freights-shared-truckload-model-hauls-in-60m-series-e) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Flock Freight’s shared truckload model hauls in $60M Series E**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-freights-shared-truckload-model-hauls-in-60m-series-e) Flock Freight is positioning itself not as a competitor to procurement platforms, but as a specialized supplier that can solve a problem they cannot. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-freights-shared-truckload-model-hauls-in-60m-series-e) 12 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-english-proficiency-enforcement-the-right-focus-for-safer-roads) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Is English proficiency enforcement the right focus for safer roads?**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-english-proficiency-enforcement-the-right-focus-for-safer-roads) Critics of the reinstatement of English language proficiency out-of-service violations argue that the directive is more political than practical and risks diverting attention from more pressing safety issues on U.S. highways. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-english-proficiency-enforcement-the-right-focus-for-safer-roads) 08 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cyberthreats-surge-against-us-logistics-infrastructure) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Cyberthreats surge against US logistics infrastructure**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cyberthreats-surge-against-us-logistics-infrastructure) Fraud Watch also salutes a detective fighting cargo theft in Philly. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cyberthreats-surge-against-us-logistics-infrastructure) 01 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-flowers-in-april-showers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Fraud flowers in April showers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-flowers-in-april-showers) This week: We examine freight fraud stats and close the case on some stolen vehicles. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-flowers-in-april-showers) \\ \\ Autonomous Freight](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aurora-goes-driverless-with-partners-uber-freight-hirschbach) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Aurora goes driverless with partners Uber Freight, Hirschbach**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aurora-goes-driverless-with-partners-uber-freight-hirschbach) The company’s autonomous freight service, operating without a human driver onboard, is now making regular deliveries between Dallas and Houston. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aurora-goes-driverless-with-partners-uber-freight-hirschbach) **Apr** _\- 2025 -_ 30 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/20-company-reactions-good-and-bad-to-trumps-tariff-war) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**20 company reactions — good and bad — to Trump’s tariff war**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/20-company-reactions-good-and-bad-to-trumps-tariff-war) Here’s a sector-by-sector breakdown of how major players are reacting to the mounting pressure of tariffs and retaliatory trade measures. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/20-company-reactions-good-and-bad-to-trumps-tariff-war) 29 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-ceo-vows-focus-on-growing-opportunities-for-carriers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Uber Freight CEO vows focus on growing opportunities for carriers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-ceo-vows-focus-on-growing-opportunities-for-carriers) The freight arm of Uber Technologies shares growth plans for its carrier base at the company’s 2025 Carrier Summit in Atlanta. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-ceo-vows-focus-on-growing-opportunities-for-carriers) 22 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/industry-unites-for-freight-fraud-symposium-in-dallas) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Industry unites for Freight Fraud Symposium in Dallas**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/industry-unites-for-freight-fraud-symposium-in-dallas) Who will win the top fraud-fighting award at the inaugural Freight Fraud Symposium in Dallas? [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/industry-unites-for-freight-fraud-symposium-in-dallas) 16 April \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/c-h-robinson-delivers-on-ai-but-investors-still-skeptical) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**C.H. Robinson delivers on AI, but investors still skeptical**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/c-h-robinson-delivers-on-ai-but-investors-still-skeptical) Despite processing over 3 million tasks with generative AI, C.H. Robinson’s stock continues to face pressure amid a sluggish freight market and investor caution. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/c-h-robinson-delivers-on-ai-but-investors-still-skeptical) 10 April \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-trade-fraud-about-to-surge) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Is trade fraud about to surge?**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-trade-fraud-about-to-surge) Fraud Watch examines potential increases in customs fraud whistleblowers. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-trade-fraud-about-to-surge) 09 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-industry-still-lags-in-technology-adoption) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight industry still lags in technology adoption**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-industry-still-lags-in-technology-adoption) While some progress has been made, 16% of respondents still rely on rudimentary tools including Excel spreadsheets and manual phone calls, indicating a gap in digital adoption. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-industry-still-lags-in-technology-adoption) 03 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/landstar-anticipates-fraud-related-earnings-hit) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Landstar anticipates fraud-related earnings hit**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/landstar-anticipates-fraud-related-earnings-hit) Investors have responded to the revelation, disclosed in a late Wednesday 8-K filing, with Landstar’s stock taking a hit over the past 24 hours. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/landstar-anticipates-fraud-related-earnings-hit) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/qa-can-the-industry-loosen-up-its-data-bottlenecks) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Q&A: Can the industry loosen up its data bottlenecks?**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/qa-can-the-industry-loosen-up-its-data-bottlenecks) FreightWaves sat down with Ventagium’s founder, Arturo Torres Arpi, to explore barriers preventing companies from embracing data-driven strategies and solutions that can drive operational excellence. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/qa-can-the-industry-loosen-up-its-data-bottlenecks) 01 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/agility-robotics-humanoid-robot-reportedly-raising-400m) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Agility Robotics’ humanoid robot reportedly raising $400M**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/agility-robotics-humanoid-robot-reportedly-raising-400m) Coinciding with $400 million funding rumors, Agility Robotics has announced a series of enhancements to its flagship humanoid robot, Digit. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/agility-robotics-humanoid-robot-reportedly-raising-400m) **Mar** _\- 2025 -_ 31 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-launches-rfp-tool-teases-upcoming-gen-ai-release) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Transfix launches RFP tool, teases upcoming gen AI release**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-launches-rfp-tool-teases-upcoming-gen-ai-release) Jonathan Salama, co-founder and CEO of Transfix, emphasized during a conversation with FreightWaves the two primary challenges facing brokers today: securing more freight and maintaining strong margins. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transfix-launches-rfp-tool-teases-upcoming-gen-ai-release) 28 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/video-drivers-voice-frustrations-with-fmcsa-enforcement) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**VIDEO: Drivers voice frustrations with FMCSA enforcement**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/video-drivers-voice-frustrations-with-fmcsa-enforcement) Federal transportation officials at the Mid-America Trucking Show discussed a deregulatory approach that aligns with the Trump administration’s policy of eliminating 10 regulations for every new one introduced. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/video-drivers-voice-frustrations-with-fmcsa-enforcement) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-brokers-what-your-role-will-look-like-tomorrow) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight brokers: What your role will look like tomorrow**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-brokers-what-your-role-will-look-like-tomorrow) For years, the narrative around freight brokerage technology has centered on automation freeing up employees to focus on relationship-building and high-level tasks. But what does that mean in practice? [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-brokers-what-your-role-will-look-like-tomorrow) 26 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sfoo-summit-carriers-need-ai-agents-to-keep-up-with-broker-tech) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**SFOO Summit: Carriers need AI agents to keep up with broker tech**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sfoo-summit-carriers-need-ai-agents-to-keep-up-with-broker-tech) From automating back-office tasks to enhancing driver communication with voice AI, this discussion breaks down practical, cost-effective ways AI can improve efficiency, reduce workload and drive profitability. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sfoo-summit-carriers-need-ai-agents-to-keep-up-with-broker-tech) 25 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-powerloop-begins-offering-dedicated-tours-to-carriers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Uber Freight’s Powerloop begins offering dedicated tours to carriers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-powerloop-begins-offering-dedicated-tours-to-carriers) Carriers in the Powerloop dedicated tours program commit to at least a two-week period of hauling freight using Powerloop trailers. But they can select specific loads within a tour or haul their own loads using a Powerloop trailer. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-powerloop-begins-offering-dedicated-tours-to-carriers) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/autonomous-dispatcher-bubba-ai-launches-for-independent-truckers-small-carriers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Autonomous dispatcher Bubba AI launches for independent truckers, small carriers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/autonomous-dispatcher-bubba-ai-launches-for-independent-truckers-small-carriers) Hey Bubba sees uses for its AI beyond dispatching. Future integrations may include features like truck parking reservations, predictive maintenance scheduling and automated compliance management. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/autonomous-dispatcher-bubba-ai-launches-for-independent-truckers-small-carriers) 19 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/walmart-rolls-forward-with-brokerage-what-it-means-for-amazon) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Walmart rolls forward with brokerage: What it means for Amazon**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/walmart-rolls-forward-with-brokerage-what-it-means-for-amazon) Emails sent to select carriers introduce Walmart’s new brokerage program and outline the benefits of participation. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/walmart-rolls-forward-with-brokerage-what-it-means-for-amazon) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/intangles-maps-physics-of-truck-components-for-predictive-maintenance) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Intangles maps physics of truck components for predictive maintenance**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/intangles-maps-physics-of-truck-components-for-predictive-maintenance) Intangles digital twin technology can not only help in proactive maintenance but prove that over-the-road trucking fleets uphold high safety standards as well. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/intangles-maps-physics-of-truck-components-for-predictive-maintenance) 18 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/deliverr-co-founder-launches-ai-teammate-for-logistics-raises-25m) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Deliverr co-founder launches ‘AI teammate’ for logistics, raises $25M**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/deliverr-co-founder-launches-ai-teammate-for-logistics-raises-25m) After exploring the potential of large language models, Deliverr co-founder Harish Abbott recognized that logistics professionals spend most of their work time handling routine tasks like email, phone calls and data entry. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/deliverr-co-founder-launches-ai-teammate-for-logistics-raises-25m) 17 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/owner-of-fictitious-logistics-firm-sentenced-in-2-8m-covid-relief) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**‘Owner’ of fictitious logistics firm sentenced in $2.8M COVID relief scam**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/owner-of-fictitious-logistics-firm-sentenced-in-2-8m-covid-relief) This week: We review KAL Freight’s legal troubles [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/owner-of-fictitious-logistics-firm-sentenced-in-2-8m-covid-relief) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transflo-releases-next-gen-workflow-automation-solution-for-carriers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Transflo releases next-gen workflow automation solution for carriers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transflo-releases-next-gen-workflow-automation-solution-for-carriers) Transflo has released the latest update of its automation solution for document processing in the trucking industry. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transflo-releases-next-gen-workflow-automation-solution-for-carriers) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/snapfulfil-survey-warehouse-automation-growing-beyond-early-adopter-phase) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**SnapFulfil survey: Warehouse automation growing beyond early-adopter phase**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/snapfulfil-survey-warehouse-automation-growing-beyond-early-adopter-phase) According to a SnapFulfil survey, 56% of respondents expect their warehouse automation levels to increase somewhat over the next two years, while 23% foresee a significant increase. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/snapfulfil-survey-warehouse-automation-growing-beyond-early-adopter-phase) 12 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-51-year-old-michigan-trucking-company-halts-operations) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Reports: 51-year-old Michigan trucking company halts operations**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-51-year-old-michigan-trucking-company-halts-operations) Equity Transportation’s reported closure underscores the reality that in today’s freight market, even long-established carriers are not immune to the economic downturn. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-51-year-old-michigan-trucking-company-halts-operations) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-report-trucking-recovering-but-specialized-markets-still-volatile) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Orderful report: Trucking recovering, but specialized markets still volatile**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-report-trucking-recovering-but-specialized-markets-still-volatile) A performance analysis by Orderful of different equipment types highlights strengths and challenges across the market. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-report-trucking-recovering-but-specialized-markets-still-volatile) 10 March \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/global-manufacturing-is-repositioning-but-its-complicated) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Global manufacturing is repositioning — but it’s complicated**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/global-manufacturing-is-repositioning-but-its-complicated) While manufacturers initially sought tariff relief by relocating production to Southeast Asia, trade compliance experts say these “tariff-friendly” locations are increasingly vulnerable to reciprocal tariffs. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/global-manufacturing-is-repositioning-but-its-complicated) 06 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shoppers-fearful-of-crime-at-retail-locations) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Shoppers fearful of crime at retail locations**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shoppers-fearful-of-crime-at-retail-locations) This week: Shoppers share safety concerns, and we examine theft on the railroads [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shoppers-fearful-of-crime-at-retail-locations) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ruedata-secures-seed-round-for-tire-optimization-platform) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**RueData secures seed round for tire optimization platform**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ruedata-secures-seed-round-for-tire-optimization-platform) Sebastian Baquero’s career in the trucking industry started with importing and selling tires at just 21 years old. Through years of working with fleets, he gained firsthand insight into one of the industry’s most overlooked cost centers. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ruedata-secures-seed-round-for-tire-optimization-platform) 05 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/8vc-raises-998m-in-new-funding-with-a-focus-on-reshaping-logistics) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**8VC raises $998M in new funding with a focus on reshaping logistics**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/8vc-raises-998m-in-new-funding-with-a-focus-on-reshaping-logistics) Founding partner Jake Medwell speaks with FreightWaves about 8VC’s new fund. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/8vc-raises-998m-in-new-funding-with-a-focus-on-reshaping-logistics) \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retailers-see-both-danger-and-potential-in-trumps-tariffs) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Retailers see both danger and potential in Trump’s tariffs**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retailers-see-both-danger-and-potential-in-trumps-tariffs) Many major retailers are sounding the alarm about the potential impact of tariffs on their businesses and consumers, but some hope for benefits from the trade disruption. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retailers-see-both-danger-and-potential-in-trumps-tariffs) 04 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sonar-partners-with-project44-on-new-procurement-analytics-tool) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**SONAR partners with project44 on new procurement analytics product**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sonar-partners-with-project44-on-new-procurement-analytics-tool) With the integration of SONAR’s market intelligence into project44’s Freight Procurement Analytics, shippers can access data that enables more informed and agile procurement decisions. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/sonar-partners-with-project44-on-new-procurement-analytics-tool) 03 March \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexport-ceo-every-single-member-on-your-team-should-be-using-ai) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Flexport CEO: ‘Every single member on your team should be using AI’**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexport-ceo-every-single-member-on-your-team-should-be-using-ai) Flexport founder Ryan Petersen and FreightWaves discuss the reasoning behind Flexport’s massive product release, the role of AI in global logistics and the evolving landscape of international trade regulations. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexport-ceo-every-single-member-on-your-team-should-be-using-ai) **Feb** _\- 2025 -_ 26 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-trimble-exec-sees-ai-changing-brokerage-cost-structure) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**3PL Summit: Trimble exec sees AI changing brokerage cost structure**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-trimble-exec-sees-ai-changing-brokerage-cost-structure) In an era when artificial intelligence is reshaping industries, freight brokerage stands at the forefront of transformation. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-trimble-exec-sees-ai-changing-brokerage-cost-structure) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-truckstop-reflects-on-30-years-of-fighting-freight-fraud) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**3PL Summit: Truckstop reflects on 30 years of fighting freight fraud**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-truckstop-reflects-on-30-years-of-fighting-freight-fraud) Fraud remains one of the biggest threats to the freight industry, with bad actors constantly adapting their tactics. Lisa Haubenstock, VP of product at Truckstop, dives into the issue and the strategies companies can leverage to stay ahead. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/3pl-summit-truckstop-reflects-on-30-years-of-fighting-freight-fraud) 25 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truckstop-exec-joins-trucking-parking-club-to-boost-ties-with-enterprise-fleets) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Truckstop exec joins Trucking Parking Club to boost ties with enterprise fleets**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truckstop-exec-joins-trucking-parking-club-to-boost-ties-with-enterprise-fleets) Truck Parking Club has announced the addition of industry veteran Brent Hutto, former chief relationship officer at Truckstop, to its team. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/truckstop-exec-joins-trucking-parking-club-to-boost-ties-with-enterprise-fleets) 20 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightwaves-first-fraud-symposium) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**FreightWaves’ first Fraud Symposium**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightwaves-first-fraud-symposium) With scams becoming more sophisticated and brokers facing increased legal risks, this exclusive gathering will provide crucial insights, expert discussions and high-level networking opportunities. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightwaves-first-fraud-symposium) 18 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-freight-forwarder-forto-looking-for-a-buyer) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Reports: Freight forwarder Forto looking for a buyer**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-freight-forwarder-forto-looking-for-a-buyer) According to a person involved in the discussions, freight forwarder Forto has reached out to competitors to discuss potential deals. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/reports-freight-forwarder-forto-looking-for-a-buyer) 12 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/hdvi-secures-40m-for-data-driven-trucking-insurance) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**HDVI secures $40M for data-driven trucking insurance**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/hdvi-secures-40m-for-data-driven-trucking-insurance) New CEO Reid Spitz said 90% of HDVI’s customers saw improvements in key safety metrics like speeding or harsh braking in their first year working with the company. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/hdvi-secures-40m-for-data-driven-trucking-insurance) 10 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/upwell-secures-6-5m-to-automate-logistics-billing-practices) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Upwell secures $6.5M to automate logistics billing practices**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/upwell-secures-6-5m-to-automate-logistics-billing-practices) The logistics industry is no stranger to financial inefficiencies, particularly in the accounts receivable process – something Upwell aims to combat. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/upwell-secures-6-5m-to-automate-logistics-billing-practices) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighthero-exits-stealth-mode-with-backing-from-dynamo-and-ai-fund) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight Hero exits stealth mode with backing from Dynamo and AI Fund**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighthero-exits-stealth-mode-with-backing-from-dynamo-and-ai-fund) “I have never seen a role like a cradle-to-grave broker in any other industry,” said FreightHero’s founder and CEO. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighthero-exits-stealth-mode-with-backing-from-dynamo-and-ai-fund) 04 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/auto-hauler-exchange-secures-5m-series-a-bullish-on-freighttech-marketplace) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Auto Hauler Exchange secures $5M Series A, bullish on FreightTech marketplace**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/auto-hauler-exchange-secures-5m-series-a-bullish-on-freighttech-marketplace) FreightTech could contribute to a digital transformation in vehicle logistics, and Detroit-based Auto Hauler Exchange and its investors are betting on it. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/auto-hauler-exchange-secures-5m-series-a-bullish-on-freighttech-marketplace) 03 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-raises-14-6m-launches-intermodal-insights-sets-eyes-on-mexico) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**GenLogs raises $14.6M, launches intermodal insights, sets eyes on Mexico**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-raises-14-6m-launches-intermodal-insights-sets-eyes-on-mexico) GenLogs’ technology uses roadside sensors and cameras to collect data on trucks and equipment, applying methodology inspired by counterterrorism operations. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-raises-14-6m-launches-intermodal-insights-sets-eyes-on-mexico) 02 February \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-from-india-to-nigeria) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight fraud from India to Nigeria**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-from-india-to-nigeria) This week: We get an update on Kal Freight’s bankruptcy proceedings. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-fraud-from-india-to-nigeria) **Jan** _\- 2025 -_ 31 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-essentials-urges-industry-to-speak-up-in-wwex-legal-fight) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freight Essentials urges industry to speak up in WWEX legal fight**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-essentials-urges-industry-to-speak-up-in-wwex-legal-fight) WWEX Group argues that certain details in Freight Essentials’ lawsuit against the company and its affiliates contain sensitive business information that, if disclosed, could harm its competitive position, but Freight Essentials says not so fast. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freight-essentials-urges-industry-to-speak-up-in-wwex-legal-fight) 30 January \\ \\ American Shipper Infographics](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightmate-ai-raises-5m-highlights-need-for-flexible-freight-forwarding-tech) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Freightmate Ai raises $5M, highlights need for flexible freight forwarding tech**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightmate-ai-raises-5m-highlights-need-for-flexible-freight-forwarding-tech) “We’re partnering with over three times the number of freight forwarders that we \[anticipated\] by this time,” said Bryan Lacaillade, co-founder and CEO of Freightmate Ai. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightmate-ai-raises-5m-highlights-need-for-flexible-freight-forwarding-tech) 28 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/alan-mapping-out-long-term-recovery-efforts-in-la) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**ALAN mapping out long-term recovery efforts in LA**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/alan-mapping-out-long-term-recovery-efforts-in-la) ALAN has been quietly mobilizing supply chain and logistics expertise to support communities in the wake of catastrophic events for the past 20 years, most recently in Los Angeles. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/alan-mapping-out-long-term-recovery-efforts-in-la) 23 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttechs-tracking-superhero-lands-40m) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**FreightTech’s tracking superhero lands $40M**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttechs-tracking-superhero-lands-40m) This week Descartes shares the work it’s doing to combat location spoofing. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttechs-tracking-superhero-lands-40m) 21 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-automation-is-solving-logistics-biggest-problems-in-2025) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**How automation is solving logistics’ biggest problems in 2025**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-automation-is-solving-logistics-biggest-problems-in-2025) From optimizing electric vehicle fleets to mitigating fraud and automating nonrevenue tasks, automation is positioned to address some of the industry’s most pressing challenges. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-automation-is-solving-logistics-biggest-problems-in-2025) 16 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/locked-up-and-losing-out) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Locked up and losing out**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/locked-up-and-losing-out) This week we explore how retailers are balancing security measures with customer experience. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/locked-up-and-losing-out) 15 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shippeo-lands-30m-to-further-its-north-american-and-asia-pacific-ambitions) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**EXCLUSIVE: Shippeo lands $30M to further its North American and Asia-Pacific ambitions**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shippeo-lands-30m-to-further-its-north-american-and-asia-pacific-ambitions) “In mature markets like the U.S., data accuracy and completeness are critical to building trust and delivering value,” said Shippeo co-founder Lucien Besse. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shippeo-lands-30m-to-further-its-north-american-and-asia-pacific-ambitions) 14 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/former-c-h-robinson-exec-joins-armada-sunset-to-lead-strategic-growth) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Former C.H. Robinson exec joins Armada Sunset to lead strategic growth**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/former-c-h-robinson-exec-joins-armada-sunset-to-lead-strategic-growth) As the first president of Armada Sunset Holdings, Chris O’Brien sees strong potential for technologies such as AI and machine learning to drive innovation in supply chain management. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/former-c-h-robinson-exec-joins-armada-sunset-to-lead-strategic-growth) 10 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transportation-companies-mobilize-to-support-la-fire-relief-efforts) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Transportation companies mobilize to support LA Fire relief efforts**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transportation-companies-mobilize-to-support-la-fire-relief-efforts) Warp and Talon Logistics ask the industry to help support the LA area with relief efforts. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/transportation-companies-mobilize-to-support-la-fire-relief-efforts) 09 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retails-103-billion-problem-%f0%9f%98%b0) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Retail’s $103 billion problem 😰**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retails-103-billion-problem-%f0%9f%98%b0) In 2024, retailers dealt with a costly challenge: U.S. consumers returning $685 billion worth of merchandise — 13.21% of total retail sales, according to Appriss Retail’s latest report.  Alarmingly, 15.14% of these returns were fraudulent, costing retailers a staggering $103 billion. The report, created with Deloitte, highlights the most common fraud schemes. Wardrobing, in which \[…\] [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/retails-103-billion-problem-%f0%9f%98%b0) 03 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/omnitracs-platform-science-ip-lawsuit-may-have-reached-the-end-of-the-road) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Omnitracs, Platform Science IP lawsuit may have reached the end of the road**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/omnitracs-platform-science-ip-lawsuit-may-have-reached-the-end-of-the-road) This legal battle began in May 2020 when Omnitracs accused Platform Science of stealing its intellectual property. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/omnitracs-platform-science-ip-lawsuit-may-have-reached-the-end-of-the-road) 02 January \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/can-the-industry-overcome-its-cybersecurity-woes) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Can the industry overcome its cybersecurity woes?**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/can-the-industry-overcome-its-cybersecurity-woes) This week the industry gets advice on cybersecurity strategies for 2025. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/can-the-industry-overcome-its-cybersecurity-woes) **Dec** _\- 2024 -_ 26 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/top-5-freight-fraud-stories-of-2024) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Top freight fraud stories of 2024**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/top-5-freight-fraud-stories-of-2024) FreightWaves reviews the most read fraud fiascos from the past year [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/top-5-freight-fraud-stories-of-2024) 23 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/gatego-goes-live-ceo-addresses-inefficiencies-in-yard-operations) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Gatego goes live, CEO addresses inefficiencies in yard operations**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/gatego-goes-live-ceo-addresses-inefficiencies-in-yard-operations) Gatego was founded by CEO Adrian Garcia, whose firsthand experience in his family’s trailer yards highlighted the inefficiencies of traditional systems. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/gatego-goes-live-ceo-addresses-inefficiencies-in-yard-operations) 20 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cloneops-ai-gains-seed-funding-investor-revels-in-the-future-of-brokerage) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**CloneOps.ai gains seed funding, investor revels in the future of brokerage**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cloneops-ai-gains-seed-funding-investor-revels-in-the-future-of-brokerage) CloneOps.ai has received funding from industry investors including Sope Creek’s Kevin Nolan, who sees a positive future for augmenting human talent in brokerage. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cloneops-ai-gains-seed-funding-investor-revels-in-the-future-of-brokerage) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/exploring-fraud-claims-at-kal-freight) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Exploring fraud claims at Kal Freight**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/exploring-fraud-claims-at-kal-freight) This week: Double brokers grab $1M in toys and porch pirates have a dance off [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/exploring-fraud-claims-at-kal-freight) 17 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-trucker-tools-leadership-speaks-on-tech-goals-for-2025) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**DAT acquires Trucker Tools, leadership speaks on tech goals for 2025**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-trucker-tools-leadership-speaks-on-tech-goals-for-2025) DAT Freight & Analytics spoke with FreightWaves about DAT’s acquisition of Trucker Tools and how it plans to address connectivity issues, fraud and customer needs in the new year. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dat-acquires-trucker-tools-leadership-speaks-on-tech-goals-for-2025) 12 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/tis-the-season-for-porch-pirates) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**’Tis the season for porch pirates**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/tis-the-season-for-porch-pirates) This week: Blue Yonder deals with a massive cyberattack and FreightWaves’ shares tips for dealing with porch pirates. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/tis-the-season-for-porch-pirates) 11 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fireside-chat-rxo-ceo-discusses-navigating-2025) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Fireside Chat: RXO CEO discusses navigating 2025**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fireside-chat-rxo-ceo-discusses-navigating-2025) RXO CEO Drew Wilkerson shares insights on managing peak-season demand and on the 2025 outlook for the dynamic logistics industry. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fireside-chat-rxo-ceo-discusses-navigating-2025) 06 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shipper-crm-journey-team-up-to-improve-customer-experience) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Shipper CRM, Journey team up to improve customer experience**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shipper-crm-journey-team-up-to-improve-customer-experience) As a part of the partnership, founder of Journey, Will Jenkins has also disclosed that he has invested and will help advise the Shipper CRM team as they scale. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/shipper-crm-journey-team-up-to-improve-customer-experience) 05 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-sneakers-scams-and-ai) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Fraud Watch: Sneakers, scams and AI**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-sneakers-scams-and-ai) Recent headlines reveal how freight fraud is no respecter of national borders. Authorities have arrested Shenghua Wen, a Chinese national residing illegally in the U.S., on suspicion of exporting firearms, ammunition and restricted military technology to North Korea. Operating out of Long Beach, California, Wen reportedly hid the contraband in shipping containers routed through Hong \[…\] [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-sneakers-scams-and-ai) 04 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/happyrobots-15-6m-raise-will-focus-on-product-development) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**HappyRobot’s $15.6M raise will focus on product development**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/happyrobots-15-6m-raise-will-focus-on-product-development) “Using HappyRobot’s agentic AI, 100% of calls were answered 24/7 with no hold time,” said Circle Logistics’ Andrew Smith. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/happyrobots-15-6m-raise-will-focus-on-product-development) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightvana-to-acquire-loadsmith-grows-drop-trailer-network) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**FreightVana to acquire Loadsmith’s brokerage, grows drop trailer network**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightvana-to-acquire-loadsmith-grows-drop-trailer-network) The collaboration between FreightVana and Loadsmith taps into FreightVana’s deep experience in blending asset trailers with technology to support diverse customer needs. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freightvana-to-acquire-loadsmith-grows-drop-trailer-network) 02 December \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/chicago-rivals-p44-and-fourkites-resolve-legal-disputes) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Chicago rivals P44 and FourKites resolve legal disputes**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/chicago-rivals-p44-and-fourkites-resolve-legal-disputes) “Today project44 is pleased to announce a very favorable resolution of our defamation lawsuit against FourKites,” project44 told FreightWaves. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/chicago-rivals-p44-and-fourkites-resolve-legal-disputes) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/mymechanic-exec-looks-to-streamline-maintenance-for-small-fleets) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**MyMechanic exec looks to streamline maintenance for small fleets**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/mymechanic-exec-looks-to-streamline-maintenance-for-small-fleets) MyMechanic’s newly appointed president, James Lovecamp, recently spoke with FreightWaves on persistent issues in maintenance and repair. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/mymechanic-exec-looks-to-streamline-maintenance-for-small-fleets) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/vooma-grabs-16-6m-in-funding-as-brokers-prepare-for-market-swing) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Vooma grabs $16.6M in funding as brokers prepare for market swing**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/vooma-grabs-16-6m-in-funding-as-brokers-prepare-for-market-swing) After years of volatility due to economic uncertainties and global disruptions, the freight industry is seeing early signs of recovery. However, this recovery comes with challenges, including tighter capacity and heightened expectations for operational efficiency. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/vooma-grabs-16-6m-in-funding-as-brokers-prepare-for-market-swing) **Nov** _\- 2024 -_ 28 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/turkey-trimmings-and-truck-heists) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Turkey, trimmings and truck heists**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/turkey-trimmings-and-truck-heists) As Thanksgiving celebrations near, supply chains face a surge in criminal activity.  A recent CargoNet report highlighted 174 thefts worth $7.84 million during Thanksgiving week over the past five years, with the post-holiday Monday marking the peak for theft and identity fraud. California, Illinois and Texas top the theft hot spots, while warehouses and unattended \[…\] [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/turkey-trimmings-and-truck-heists) 21 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-prevention-focused-highway-leads-freighttech-25) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Fraud prevention-focused Highway leads FreightTech 25**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-prevention-focused-highway-leads-freighttech-25) This week: Fraud tech captures FreightTech awards’ top spot, Circle Logistics shares its fraud prevention strategy and Guy Fieri just wants his tequila back. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-prevention-focused-highway-leads-freighttech-25) 20 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-launches-initiative-to-combat-theft-using-counterterrorism-methods) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**GenLogs launches initiative to combat theft using counterterrorism methods**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-launches-initiative-to-combat-theft-using-counterterrorism-methods) Ryan Joyce, a former CIA operations officer, drew on his experience tracking terrorist networks to execute the company strategy to fight freight fraud. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/genlogs-launches-initiative-to-combat-theft-using-counterterrorism-methods) 19 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexibility-crucial-for-warehouse-management-tech-expert-says) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Flexibility crucial for warehouse management tech, expert says**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexibility-crucial-for-warehouse-management-tech-expert-says) Smitha Raphael, chief product and delivery officer at SnapFulfil, highlights why flexibility and seamless integrations in warehouse management tech are now top priorities for 3PLs and B2C companies. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flexibility-crucial-for-warehouse-management-tech-expert-says) 14 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-uncovering-the-dark-side-of-freight) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Fraud Watch: Uncovering the dark side of freight**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-uncovering-the-dark-side-of-freight) Welcome to the inaugural edition of Fraud Watch, FreightWaves’ dedicated newsletter tackling the burgeoning crisis of freight fraud. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-watch-uncovering-the-dark-side-of-freight) \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-could-see-more-bookings-through-new-broker-tech) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Uber Freight could see more bookings through new broker tech**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-could-see-more-bookings-through-new-broker-tech) After Uber recently announced bookings growth, the company has launched a broker offering that could help support future shipment growth and brokerage penetration. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-could-see-more-bookings-through-new-broker-tech) 13 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-raises-15m-with-newroad-aims-to-improve-data-interchange-with-ai) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Orderful raises $15M with NewRoad, aims to improve data interchange with AI**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-raises-15m-with-newroad-aims-to-improve-data-interchange-with-ai) Orderful has raised $15 million with NewRoad Capital Partners to help expand Orderful’s offerings, including self-service EDI tools for small and midsize businesses. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/orderful-raises-15m-with-newroad-aims-to-improve-data-interchange-with-ai) 12 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-851m-payout-to-greenbriar-highlights-creative-deal-structures) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Uber Freight’s $851M payout to Greenbriar highlights creative deal structures**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-851m-payout-to-greenbriar-highlights-creative-deal-structures) Uber Freight’s payout to Greenbriar signifies a shift, highlighting both Uber Freight’s evolving valuation and the foresight of Greenbriar’s strategic financial protections. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freights-851m-payout-to-greenbriar-highlights-creative-deal-structures) 11 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/consultant-bullish-on-trumps-impact-on-retail-e-commerce-freighttech-ma) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Consultant bullish on Trump’s impact on retail, e-commerce, FreightTech M&A**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/consultant-bullish-on-trumps-impact-on-retail-e-commerce-freighttech-ma) With the next Trump administration expected to drive regulatory changes, experts anticipate a surge in M&A activity across retail, e-commerce and FreightTech, as companies like Amazon and DoorDash look to expand in a pro-business environment. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/consultant-bullish-on-trumps-impact-on-retail-e-commerce-freighttech-ma) 06 November \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/election-2024-us-lawmakers-who-support-freight-fraud-initiatives) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Election 2024: US lawmakers who support initiatives to fight freight fraud**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/election-2024-us-lawmakers-who-support-freight-fraud-initiatives) Bipartisan bills including the Safeguarding Our Supply Chains Act and the Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2023 propose significant federal support to address the increase in freight fraud and organized retail crime. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/election-2024-us-lawmakers-who-support-freight-fraud-initiatives) 01 November \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-global-trade-actors-are-turning-to-fintech-to-tackle-fraud) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**How global trade actors are turning to fintech to tackle fraud**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-global-trade-actors-are-turning-to-fintech-to-tackle-fraud) The rapid expansion of global trade has complicated cross-border payments, adding costs and delays and heightening fraud risk. Financial institutions and fintech firms are implementing digital solutions to enhance transparency and security. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/how-global-trade-actors-are-turning-to-fintech-to-tackle-fraud) **Oct** _\- 2024 -_ 29 October \\ \\ Blockchain News & Updates](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttech-leader-describes-the-future-of-ai-and-cybersecurity) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**AI will have huge impact on freight but also overhyped, says Transflo exec**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttech-leader-describes-the-future-of-ai-and-cybersecurity) As FreightVana CTO Don Everhart moves into his new role at Transflo, he answers FreightWaves’ questions on hot FreightTech topics. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/freighttech-leader-describes-the-future-of-ai-and-cybersecurity) 25 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-technology-helps-fleet-managers-detect-drowsy-drivers) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**AI technology helps fleet managers detect drowsy drivers**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-technology-helps-fleet-managers-detect-drowsy-drivers) Fleet managers are turning to new AI-driven Drowsiness Detection technology, which shows that 77% of drowsy driving events are detected by behaviors other than yawning alone. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ai-technology-helps-fleet-managers-detect-drowsy-drivers) 21 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/becker-logistics-study-exposes-cargo-theft-risk-tied-to-lax-security) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Becker Logistics study exposes cargo theft risk tied to lax security**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/becker-logistics-study-exposes-cargo-theft-risk-tied-to-lax-security) According to a new report by Becker Logistics, cargo theft varies seasonally and by mode and location. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/becker-logistics-study-exposes-cargo-theft-risk-tied-to-lax-security) 18 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/leaders-share-strategies-to-maximize-freighttech-investment-in-tight-markets) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Leaders share strategies to maximize FreightTech investment in tight markets**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/leaders-share-strategies-to-maximize-freighttech-investment-in-tight-markets) At TIA Technovations, logistics technology leaders tackled the challenges of balancing tech investments with tight budgets. The panel highlighted the need to be strategic with implementations, maximize existing tools and foster collaboration with vendors. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/leaders-share-strategies-to-maximize-freighttech-investment-in-tight-markets) 15 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/inaugural-freight-fraud-awareness-day-shines-light-on-industry-crisis) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Inaugural Freight Fraud Awareness Day shines light on industry crisis**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/inaugural-freight-fraud-awareness-day-shines-light-on-industry-crisis) The first-ever Freight Fraud Awareness Day, taking place on Tuesday, aims to unite the supply chain community in tackling schemes like double brokering and cargo theft, which have seen a 400% rise since 2022. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/inaugural-freight-fraud-awareness-day-shines-light-on-industry-crisis) 10 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartage-secures-3-3m-to-support-shippers-and-carriers-with-automation) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Cartage secures $3.3M to support shippers and carriers with automation**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartage-secures-3-3m-to-support-shippers-and-carriers-with-automation) Freight coordination platform Cartage has raised $3.3 million in a funding round led by Y Combinator. The company, founded by industry veterans, is using AI to streamline logistics without forcing brokers, shippers or carriers to change their preferred communication methods. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cartage-secures-3-3m-to-support-shippers-and-carriers-with-automation) 08 October \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dave-clark-launches-auger-raises-100m-for-the-ai-venture) [Grace Sharkey](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/author/gracesharkey) [**Dave Clark launches Auger, raises $100M for the AI venture**](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dave-clark-launches-auger-raises-100m-for-the-ai-venture) Former Amazon and Flexport executive Dave Clark has launched Auger, a $100 million-backed logistics software startup aimed at optimizing supply chain decision-making for midsize to large businesses by using AI and automation. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/dave-clark-launches-auger-raises-100m-for-the-ai-venture) **May** _\- 2025 -_ 14 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-freights-shared-truckload-model-hauls-in-60m-series-e) Flock Freight is positioning itself not as a competitor to procurement platforms, but as a specialized supplier that can solve a problem they cannot. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/flock-freights-shared-truckload-model-hauls-in-60m-series-e) 12 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-english-proficiency-enforcement-the-right-focus-for-safer-roads) [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-english-proficiency-enforcement-the-right-focus-for-safer-roads) 08 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cyberthreats-surge-against-us-logistics-infrastructure) Fraud Watch also salutes a detective fighting cargo theft in Philly. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/cyberthreats-surge-against-us-logistics-infrastructure) 01 May \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-flowers-in-april-showers) This week: We examine freight fraud stats and close the case on some stolen vehicles. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/fraud-flowers-in-april-showers) \\ \\ Autonomous Freight](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aurora-goes-driverless-with-partners-uber-freight-hirschbach) The company’s autonomous freight service, operating without a human driver onboard, is now making regular deliveries between Dallas and Houston. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/aurora-goes-driverless-with-partners-uber-freight-hirschbach) **Apr** _\- 2025 -_ 30 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/20-company-reactions-good-and-bad-to-trumps-tariff-war) Here’s a sector-by-sector breakdown of how major players are reacting to the mounting pressure of tariffs and retaliatory trade measures. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/20-company-reactions-good-and-bad-to-trumps-tariff-war) 29 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-ceo-vows-focus-on-growing-opportunities-for-carriers) The freight arm of Uber Technologies shares growth plans for its carrier base at the company’s 2025 Carrier Summit in Atlanta. [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/uber-freight-ceo-vows-focus-on-growing-opportunities-for-carriers) 22 April \\ \\ Business](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/industry-unites-for-freight-fraud-symposium-in-dallas) Who will win the top fraud-fighting award at the inaugural Freight Fraud Symposium in Dallas? [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/industry-unites-for-freight-fraud-symposium-in-dallas) 16 April \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/c-h-robinson-delivers-on-ai-but-investors-still-skeptical) [Read More »](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/c-h-robinson-delivers-on-ai-but-investors-still-skeptical) 10 April \\ \\ American Shipper](https://www.freightwaves.com/news/is-trade-fraud-about-to-surge) Fraud Watch examines potential increases in customs fraud whistleblowers. 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