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AI finds a hidden stress signal inside routine CT scans

Researchers used a deep learning AI model to uncover the first imaging-based biomarker of chronic stress by measuring adrenal gland volume on routine CT scans. This new metric, the Adrenal Volume Index, correlates strongly with cortisol levels, allostatic load, perceived stress, and even long-term cardiovascular outcomes, including heart failure risk.

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Enabling small language models to solve complex reasoning tasks

The “self-steering” DisCIPL system directs small models to work together on tasks with constraints, like itinerary planning and budgeting.

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7 Tech Predictions Enterprise Leaders Are Watching in 2026

Industry leaders share their 2026 tech predictions, covering AI at scale, cloud autonomy, security risk, observability, governance, and operational pressure. The post 7 Tech Predictions Enterprise Leaders Are Watching in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.

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New MIT program to train military leaders for the AI age

The new certificate program will equip naval officers with skills needed to solve the military’s hardest problems.

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Daily Tech Insider Dissects AI’s Takeover of Movies, News, and Creative Tools

Dec. 8–12 recap: 1. From Hollywood to home browsers, content creation and licensing got a hard reboot this week. The post Daily Tech Insider Dissects AI’s Takeover of Movies, News, and Creative Tools appeared first on TechRepublic.

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ClickUp 4.0 Debuts as AI-Powered Overhaul Designed to Unite Modern Work

The latest version introduces ambient AI agents, personalized navigation, and ClickUp Brain to tackle app sprawl. The post ClickUp 4.0 Debuts as AI-Powered Overhaul Designed to Unite Modern Work appeared first on TechRepublic.

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WhatsApp Reinvents Voicemail as It Adds AI Image Tools and Emoji Reactions

The company is rolling out voicemail-style voice and video messages, emoji reactions in voice chats, and new AI image tools, even as major security flaws raise fresh risks. The post WhatsApp Reinvents Voicemail as It Adds AI Image Tools and Emoji Reactions appeared first on TechRepublic.

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AIOps in Singapore BFSI: What’s Changing and Why It Matters in 2026

APAC’s AIOps Reality and Why Singapore Faces a Different Set of Stakes The post AIOps in Singapore BFSI: What’s Changing and Why It Matters in 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Disney Seeks AI-topia With $1B Investment in OpenAI

The three-year licensing agreement grants OpenAI's Sora video generator unprecedented access to more than 200 characters from Disney's vast catalog. The post Disney Seeks AI-topia With $1B Investment in OpenAI appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Google Rolls Out Gemini AI Integration into Chrome for iPhone and iPad Users

The rollout launched across the US, completing a journey that began when Google first teased this integration in September. The post Google Rolls Out Gemini AI Integration into Chrome for iPhone and iPad Users appeared first on TechRepublic.

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UK Educators Push Back Against AI Use in the Classroom

Supporters frame it as the future of education. Critics worry it’s replacing the human touch. The post UK Educators Push Back Against AI Use in the Classroom appeared first on TechRepublic.

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New method improves the reliability of statistical estimations

The technique can help scientists in economics, public health, and other fields understand whether to trust the results of their experiments.

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Nvidia Denies ‘Far-Fetched’ Claims as Chip-Smuggling Allegations Target China’s DeepSeek

The allegations reveal the failure of physical export controls and open a new front in the battle to end black-market chip sales. The post Nvidia Denies ‘Far-Fetched’ Claims as Chip-Smuggling Allegations Target China’s DeepSeek appeared first on TechRepublic.

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China Launches Super Factory for Next-Gen Satellites

Location: Hainan. Mission: To scale next-gen satellite production and accelerate LEO deployment. The post China Launches Super Factory for Next-Gen Satellites appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Google Challenges ChatGPT With $2.50 AI Plan in India

This move represents Google's most calculated strike yet against OpenAI's market dominance. The post Google Challenges ChatGPT With $2.50 AI Plan in India appeared first on TechRepublic.

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5 Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: An Industry Insider’s Analysis

Explore the top cybersecurity predictions for 2026, from AI-driven threats to predictive SOCs and new risks to trust, identity, and critical systems. The post 5 Cybersecurity Predictions for 2026: An Industry Insider’s Analysis appeared first on TechRepublic.

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A $25 Hands-On Guide to Using ChatGPT for Real Business Tasks

Learn practical AI workflows for branding, content creation, packaging, and streamlined business operations. The post A $25 Hands-On Guide to Using ChatGPT for Real Business Tasks appeared first on TechRepublic.

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GeminiJack Zero-Click Flaw Exposed Millions of Users in Google Workspace AI

Noma Labs uncovers GeminiJack, a zero-click flaw where hidden instructions in shared Workspace files could steer Gemini Enterprise and leak corporate data. The post GeminiJack Zero-Click Flaw Exposed Millions of Users in Google Workspace AI appeared first on TechRepublic.

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OpenAI Poaches Slack CEO for Revenue Chief Role

Denise Dresser's appointment signals massive changes ahead, and it could help the ChatGPT maker prepare for its next phase of growth. The post OpenAI Poaches Slack CEO for Revenue Chief Role appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Tech Billionaires Race to Build AI Data Centers in Space

They are putting themselves to the fullest possible use, which is all I think that any conscious entity can ever hope to do. The post Tech Billionaires Race to Build AI Data Centers in Space appeared first on TechRepublic.

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