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AI Threat Is Greater in Jobs With Higher Shares of Women
The study from the Brookings Institution and the Centre for the Governance of AI is concerning, but there are proactive steps to reduce the risks. The post AI Threat Is Greater in Jobs With Higher Shares of Women appeared first on TechRepublic.
Microsoft Previews Windows 11 Update With Smarter AI and Phone Continuity
Here’s a peek at AI assistance, phone-to-PC handoff, accessibility improvements, security fixes, and stability updates. The post Microsoft Previews Windows 11 Update With Smarter AI and Phone Continuity appeared first on TechRepublic.
Deezer Moves to Demonetize AI-Generated Music Streams Amid Widespread Fraud
The Paris-based streaming service also plans to commercialize its proprietary AI-detection technology for the broader music industry. The post Deezer Moves to Demonetize AI-Generated Music Streams Amid Widespread Fraud appeared first on TechRepublic.
Why Half of All Planned Mega Data Centers May Never Be Built
AI mega data centers are being announced at a record pace, but many projects may stall or collapse due to power, permitting, financing, and backlash. The post Why Half of All Planned Mega Data Centers May Never Be Built appeared first on TechRepublic.
$95M Payout: Apple Begins Compensating Users in Siri Eavesdropping Case
Apple has started issuing Siri privacy settlement payouts, with claimants seeing deposits as low as $8 per device from a $95 million fund. The post $95M Payout: Apple Begins Compensating Users in Siri Eavesdropping Case appeared first on TechRepublic.
ChatGPT, Claude Clash With Doctors Over Apple Health Data
The Washington Post tested ChatGPT Health and Claude with Apple Watch data. Both issued heart-health “grades” that physicians said didn’t hold up. The post ChatGPT, Claude Clash With Doctors Over Apple Health Data appeared first on TechRepublic.
How AI Mirrors Are Changing the Way Blind People See Themselves
These digital tools are providing access to detailed descriptions about physical appearance and surroundings. The post How AI Mirrors Are Changing the Way Blind People See Themselves appeared first on TechRepublic.
New Sundance Film Examines AI Anxiety, Power, and the Future of Humanity
"The AI Doc: Or How I Became an Apocaloptimist," examines the promises and risks of AI through a personal lens. The post New Sundance Film Examines AI Anxiety, Power, and the Future of Humanity appeared first on TechRepublic.
Trump’s Acting Cyber Chief Allegedly Leaked Data to ChatGPT
Sources say event triggered internal cybersecurity alerts and a DHS–level review into whether federal information had been improperly exposed. The post Trump’s Acting Cyber Chief Allegedly Leaked Data to ChatGPT appeared first on TechRepublic.
Android Phones Get AI-Powered Anti-Theft Features
Enhanced lockouts and stronger remote locking aim to make stolen devices far harder—and less profitable—for criminals. The post Android Phones Get AI-Powered Anti-Theft Features appeared first on TechRepublic.
Tencent Expands Cloud Business in Middle East
The Chinese firm is eyeing new data centers and availability zones as regional cloud and AI investment accelerates. The post Tencent Expands Cloud Business in Middle East appeared first on TechRepublic.
AI that talks to itself learns faster and smarter
AI may learn better when it’s allowed to talk to itself. Researchers showed that internal “mumbling,” combined with short-term memory, helps AI adapt to new tasks, switch goals, and handle complex challenges more easily. This approach boosts learning efficiency while using far less training data. It could pave the way for more flexible, human-like AI systems.
Salesforce Bags $5.6B US Army Digital Revamp Contract
The 10-year agreement involves Salesforce as a long-term tech partner supporting data integration, AI, and cloud-based operations. The post Salesforce Bags $5.6B US Army Digital Revamp Contract appeared first on TechRepublic.
Amazon Reportedly Set to Lay Off Another 14K Workers Following Similar 2025 Cuts
Amazon is reportedly set to lay off another 14k employees on the heels of a similar number of layoffs in 2025. The post Amazon Reportedly Set to Lay Off Another 14K Workers Following Similar 2025 Cuts appeared first on TechRepublic.
Top Tech Conferences to Attend in 2026
Explore the top tech conferences to attend in 2026. Discover key dates, locations, and must-see events in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, IT, and emerging tech. The post Top Tech Conferences to Attend in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
8 Best LinkedIn AI Courses and Certifications to Take in 2026
Eight LinkedIn Learning courses to build AI skills in 2026, from generative AI and ethics to agents, productivity, presentations, and engineering. The post 8 Best LinkedIn AI Courses and Certifications to Take in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Meta’s Reality Labs Cuts Add to Fears of ‘VR Winter’
Few believe Meta will abandon VR entirely, but many see an unmistakable pivot as resources move toward AI systems and devices such as smart glasses. The post Meta’s Reality Labs Cuts Add to Fears of ‘VR Winter’ appeared first on TechRepublic.
Researchers tested AI against 100,000 humans on creativity
A massive new study comparing more than 100,000 people with today’s most advanced AI systems delivers a surprising result: generative AI can now beat the average human on certain creativity tests. Models like GPT-4 showed strong performance on tasks designed to measure original thinking and idea generation, sometimes outperforming typical human responses. But there’s a clear ceiling. The most creative humans — especially the top 10% — still leave AI well behind, particularly on richer creative work like poetry and storytelling.
Daily Tech Insider Spotlights the Week Silicon Sprouted Legs and Lanyards
Jan. 20–23 recap: Code went corporeal as Big Tech bet on bodies, and your weekend chores suddenly look negotiable. The post Daily Tech Insider Spotlights the Week Silicon Sprouted Legs and Lanyards appeared first on TechRepublic.
PowerGen’s Shock Pivot: How AI Data Centers Hijacked an Energy Conference
AI data centers dominated PowerGen, revealing how inference-driven demand, grid limits, and self-built power are reshaping the energy industry. The post PowerGen’s Shock Pivot: How AI Data Centers Hijacked an Energy Conference appeared first on TechRepublic.
