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Building AI models that understand chemical principles
Connor Coley works at the interface of chemistry and machine learning, to discover and design new drug compounds.
Justin Solomon appointed associate dean of engineering education
MIT faculty member in electrical engineering and computer science to focus on innovation in engineering education and new pedagogical approaches.
Microsoft Launches New Surface AI PCs for Business Buyers
Microsoft launched new Surface for Business PCs with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 chips, AI features, 5G options, and enterprise security tools. The post Microsoft Launches New Surface AI PCs for Business Buyers appeared first on TechRepublic.
Anthropic Just Bought a Developer Tool Used by OpenAI, Google
Anthropic acquired SDK startup Stainless, signaling a deeper push into developer tooling as AI labs compete beyond model performance. The post Anthropic Just Bought a Developer Tool Used by OpenAI, Google appeared first on TechRepublic.
Agentic AI, Strong Racks, Weak Fabric: Inside Dell’s AI Bet
Dell sharpens its AI vision with agentic endpoints, an AI-ready platform, and factory-built racks, but its muted networking story raises questions about how far its AI Factory can scale. The post Agentic AI, Strong Racks, Weak Fabric: Inside Dell’s AI Bet appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple’s Siri Could Get a Grammarly-Like AI Writing Tool at WWDC
Apple’s iOS 27 may add AI writing tools, prompt-built shortcuts, AI wallpapers, and a smarter Siri as WWDC 2026 approaches in June. The post Apple’s Siri Could Get a Grammarly-Like AI Writing Tool at WWDC appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple Intelligence Powers New Accessibility Features for iPhone, Mac
Apple Intelligence will upgrade VoiceOver, Voice Control, captions, and Vision Pro wheelchair controls in new accessibility features coming later this year. The post Apple Intelligence Powers New Accessibility Features for iPhone, Mac appeared first on TechRepublic.
Meta to Slash 8,000 Jobs This Week Amid $145B AI Push
Meta is reportedly cutting about 8,000 jobs while raising AI infrastructure spending, highlighting Big Tech’s shift toward leaner, AI-focused teams. The post Meta to Slash 8,000 Jobs This Week Amid $145B AI Push appeared first on TechRepublic.
Forget electrons, this breakthrough uses light-matter particles to power AI
Researchers at Penn have created a hybrid light-matter particle that could dramatically speed up AI computing while using far less energy. The breakthrough may help replace some electronic computing processes with ultra-efficient light-based technology.
7 Best Gemini Photo Editing Trends in 2026 (With Prompts to Try)
Explore seven AI photo trends powered by Google Gemini, from cinematic edits to intentional imperfections, and how prompts are reshaping creative expression in 2026. The post 7 Best Gemini Photo Editing Trends in 2026 (With Prompts to Try) appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple’s Siri Revamp May Add Auto-Deleting Chats
Apple’s reported Siri revamp may add auto-deleting AI chats as the company prepares a privacy-focused software push at WWDC 2026. The post Apple’s Siri Revamp May Add Auto-Deleting Chats appeared first on TechRepublic.
Banned Nvidia AI Chips Keep Reaching China Despite US Crackdown
US export-control cases show how Nvidia chips and other restricted tech are allegedly diverted to China and Russia through shell firms and intermediaries. The post Banned Nvidia AI Chips Keep Reaching China Despite US Crackdown appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple’s Fall Lineup Could Include Foldable iPhone, New Macs
Apple is rumored to have more than 15 products planned for fall, including a foldable iPhone, new Macs, AirPods, Watches, and smart-home devices. The post Apple’s Fall Lineup Could Include Foldable iPhone, New Macs appeared first on TechRepublic.
Vibe Coding Cheat Sheet: Tools, Prompts, Security Tips, and More
This vibe coding cheat sheet explains how plain-language prompts can build apps fast, plus the planning, testing, and security checks needed. The post Vibe Coding Cheat Sheet: Tools, Prompts, Security Tips, and More appeared first on TechRepublic.
US Approves Nvidia H200 Sales to China, But Shipments Remain Stalled
US approvals could let Nvidia sell H200 AI chips to China, but Beijing’s security concerns and export rules have stalled shipments. The post US Approves Nvidia H200 Sales to China, But Shipments Remain Stalled appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Deal Reportedly Risks Legal Clash
Apple and OpenAI’s AI partnership is reportedly under strain as Siri plans, ChatGPT integration, and OpenAI hardware ambitions collide. The post Apple and OpenAI’s ChatGPT Deal Reportedly Risks Legal Clash appeared first on TechRepublic.
OpenAI Warns Mac Users to Update Apps After Supply-Chain Attack
OpenAI says Mac users must update ChatGPT, Codex, and Atlas apps by June 12 after an npm supply-chain attack exposed signing certificates. The post OpenAI Warns Mac Users to Update Apps After Supply-Chain Attack appeared first on TechRepublic.
Figure Humanoid Robots Sort Packages Non-Stop in 24/7 Demo
Figure AI’s Helix 02 humanoid robots neared 40 hours of autonomous work and almost 50,000 packages in a livestreamed warehouse demo. The post Figure Humanoid Robots Sort Packages Non-Stop in 24/7 Demo appeared first on TechRepublic.
Former Disney Animator: Marvel Layoffs Point to a Bigger AI Shift
Former Disney animator Tom Bancroft says Marvel layoffs reflect Hollywood’s shift toward freelancers, AI tools, and uncertain creative pipelines. The post Former Disney Animator: Marvel Layoffs Point to a Bigger AI Shift appeared first on TechRepublic.
Two from MIT named 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholars
The prestigious fellowship funds graduate studies at Stanford University.
