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Apple, Intel Reportedly Near Chip Deal That Could Reduce TSMC Reliance

Apple and Intel reportedly reached an early chip manufacturing agreement that could reduce Apple’s TSMC reliance and boost Intel’s foundry ambitions. The post Apple, Intel Reportedly Near Chip Deal That Could Reduce TSMC Reliance appeared first on TechRepublic.

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SS&C Intralinks FundCentre AI vs. Juniper Square: Which platform better supports modern private markets fund managers?

As private markets firms expand beyond single-asset strategies, platform limitations become more visible. FundCentre AI and Juniper Square take different approaches to scale, reporting, and operational efficiency. The post SS&C Intralinks FundCentre AI vs. Juniper Square: Which platform better supports modern private markets fund managers? appeared first on TechRepublic.

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macOS 27 May Get a New Look: Here’s What Apple Could Change

Apple’s reported macOS 27 redesign may reveal how far the company is willing to adjust Liquid Glass after Tahoe’s rocky debut. The post macOS 27 May Get a New Look: Here’s What Apple Could Change appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Researchers say AI chatbots may blur the line between reality and delusion

A new study suggests AI chatbots may do more than spread misinformation — they can actively strengthen a user’s false beliefs. Because conversational AI often validates and builds on what users say, it can make distorted memories, conspiracy theories, or delusions feel more believable and emotionally real. Researchers warn that AI companions may be especially risky for isolated or vulnerable people seeking reassurance and connection.

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AWS Rex Is a Big Step for Agentic AI Security, But Not the Final Layer

AWS Rex adds runtime guardrails for agentic AI, but security leaders still need data-layer controls to satisfy compliance and audit demands. The post AWS Rex Is a Big Step for Agentic AI Security, But Not the Final Layer appeared first on TechRepublic.

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The Top 10 Humanoid Robots, Ranked: Tesla, Unitree, and More

Explore the top humanoid robots from Tesla, Unitree, Agility Robotics, UBTech, and more, ranked by momentum, real-world use, and commercial potential. The post The Top 10 Humanoid Robots, Ranked: Tesla, Unitree, and More appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Google Rebrands Fitbit App as ‘Google Health’ in Major AI Wellness Push

Google is turning the Fitbit app into Google Health, adding Gemini-powered coaching, medical record tools, and the new screenless Fitbit Air tracker. The post Google Rebrands Fitbit App as ‘Google Health’ in Major AI Wellness Push appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Mac Studio, Mac mini Buyers Are Losing Options Amid AI Demand

Apple reportedly removed several high-memory Mac Studio and Mac mini options as AI demand and memory shortages strain desktop Mac supply. The post Mac Studio, Mac mini Buyers Are Losing Options Amid AI Demand appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Alphabet Poised to Overtake Nvidia as the World’s Most Valuable Public Company

Alphabet is closing in on Nvidia’s market value as Google Cloud growth, AI investments, and custom chips fuel Wall Street optimism. The post Alphabet Poised to Overtake Nvidia as the World’s Most Valuable Public Company appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Elon Musk’s Texas Chip Plant Could Cost $119B, Filings Show

New Texas filings suggest Elon Musk’s proposed Terafab chip plant could cost up to $119 billion, raising stakes for AI and semiconductor supply chains. The post Elon Musk’s Texas Chip Plant Could Cost $119B, Filings Show appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Android 17: Everything We Know About Google’s Biggest Year Yet

Android 17 rumors point to Motion Assist, App Bubbles, native app locking, Gemini updates, and Android XR news ahead of Google I/O 2026. The post Android 17: Everything We Know About Google’s Biggest Year Yet appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Study: Firms often use automation to control certain workers’ wages

MIT economists found US companies tend to target employees earning a “wage premium,” which increases inequality but not necessarily productivity.

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Anthropic, SpaceX Deal Boosts Claude Compute and Points to Space-Based AI

Anthropic will use SpaceX’s Colossus 1 supercomputer to expand Claude capacity, while exploring future orbital AI compute infrastructure. The post Anthropic, SpaceX Deal Boosts Claude Compute and Points to Space-Based AI appeared first on TechRepublic.

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OpenAI’s Rumored ‘AI Agent Phone’ Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected

OpenAI is reportedly accelerating development of an AI agent phone designed to bring ChatGPT deeper into mobile hardware. The post OpenAI’s Rumored ‘AI Agent Phone’ Could Arrive Sooner Than Expected appeared first on TechRepublic.

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Cisco: AI Growth Is Turning Wi-Fi Into Enterprise Infrastructure

The rise of AI must be supported by Wi-Fi networking that can deliver next-generation services in real time. The post Cisco: AI Growth Is Turning Wi-Fi Into Enterprise Infrastructure appeared first on TechRepublic.

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More Tech Layoffs: Coinbase Cuts 14% of Workforce in AI Push

Coinbase will lay off about 700 employees as CEO Brian Armstrong pushes a leaner, AI-native structure amid weaker crypto trading conditions. The post More Tech Layoffs: Coinbase Cuts 14% of Workforce in AI Push appeared first on TechRepublic.

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AI Chatbot Cheat Sheet: Comparing ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and More

Compare ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, Claude, Perplexity, Grok, DeepSeek, and Meta AI by strengths, use cases, integrations, and limits. The post AI Chatbot Cheat Sheet: Comparing ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot, and More appeared first on TechRepublic.

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New AI method tackles one of science’s hardest math problems

Penn researchers have developed a smarter AI method for solving notoriously difficult inverse equations, which help scientists uncover hidden causes behind observable effects. By introducing “mollifier layers” that smooth noisy data, they’ve made these calculations more stable and far less computationally demanding. This could transform fields like genetics, where understanding how DNA behaves is key to disease research.

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AI lets chemists design molecules by simply describing them

Creating complex molecules usually requires years of experience and countless decisions, but a new AI system is changing that. Synthegy lets chemists guide synthesis and reaction planning using simple language, while powerful algorithms generate and evaluate possible solutions. The AI doesn’t just compute—it reasons, scoring pathways and explaining which ones make the most sense.

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Games people — and machines — play: Untangling strategic reasoning to advance AI

Assistant Professor Gabriele Farina mines the foundations of decision-making in complex multi-agent scenarios.

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