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Open Secure AI Alliance Expands at Black Hat: What You Should Know
The Open Secure AI Alliance introduced SAFE guidelines and open agent-security tools at Black Hat, giving enterprises a framework for safer AI deployment. The post Open Secure AI Alliance Expands at Black Hat: What You Should Know appeared first on TechRepublic.
KPMG: APAC AI Spending Is Rising Faster Than ROI Proof
APAC companies are spending heavily on AI, but KPMG says only 5% have established ROI with demonstrated business outcomes. The post KPMG: APAC AI Spending Is Rising Faster Than ROI Proof appeared first on TechRepublic.
Apple Could Launch Camera-Equipped AirPods Before the End of 2026
Apple could launch camera-equipped AirPods before the end of 2026, using visual sensors to give Siri greater awareness of a user’s surroundings. The post Apple Could Launch Camera-Equipped AirPods Before the End of 2026 appeared first on TechRepublic.
Fitbit Data Can Now Sync Directly With Apple Health
Google Health now sends Fitbit workouts, sleep, steps, and vitals to Apple Health, removing the need for third-party syncing apps. The post Fitbit Data Can Now Sync Directly With Apple Health appeared first on TechRepublic.
Google Got 800,000 Sign-Ups for an AI App — Then Canceled It
Google canceled its AI Studio mobile app one day before launch despite 800,000 pre-registrations and plans to move app-building features into Gemini. The post Google Got 800,000 Sign-Ups for an AI App — Then Canceled It appeared first on TechRepublic.
Oracle’s AI Data Center Funding Tests OCI Delivery Timelines
Oracle is funding its AI data center expansion through corporate financing, customer-supplied hardware, and developer-level loans. Enterprise buyers still need to verify delivery dates, power dependencies, and contract protections before committing to future OCI capacity. The post Oracle’s AI Data Center Funding Tests OCI Delivery Timelines appeared first on TechRepublic.
The benefits of medical AI assistance vary based on user expertise
Study finds non-experts deferred to LLM-based diagnostic assistance, even when it was wrong, while clinicians caught AI errors.
Apple September Event Predictions: iPhone 18 Pro and Other Rumors Ranked
Apple's September 2026 event could bring the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple's first foldable iPhone and new Apple Watches. Here's what the most credible rumors suggest. The post Apple September Event Predictions: iPhone 18 Pro and Other Rumors Ranked appeared first on TechRepublic.
South Korea Unveils $14B Sovereign Fund to Back AI, Data Centers
South Korea plans a KIC investment account for AI, data centers, chips, and strategic industries, but the government has not set its funding size. The post South Korea Unveils $14B Sovereign Fund to Back AI, Data Centers appeared first on TechRepublic.
Alexander Rakhlin named director of the MIT Statistics and Data Science Center
An expert in machine learning, statistics, and computation, Rakhlin succeeds Professor Ankur Moitra.
Apple Considers Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users
Apple is considering paid iCloud+ upgrades for heavy AI users, potentially offering higher Siri usage limits while keeping standard access available. The post Apple Considers Paid iCloud+ Upgrades for Heavy AI Users appeared first on TechRepublic.
Google’s Biggest Announcements of 2026: Gemini, Android 17, and More
Explore Google's biggest 2026 announcements across Gemini, Search, Android, Workspace, Pixel, Chrome, and Cloud, and what they mean for businesses. The post Google’s Biggest Announcements of 2026: Gemini, Android 17, and More appeared first on TechRepublic.
OpenAI Hits 1 Billion Active Users, 2 Million Businesses on Its AI Platform
OpenAI says its models now reach more than 1 billion active users and 2 million businesses as GPT-5.6 price cuts intensify the AI cost race. The post OpenAI Hits 1 Billion Active Users, 2 Million Businesses on Its AI Platform appeared first on TechRepublic.
Claude Opus 5 Vending Test Shows Profit-Driven AI Risks
Claude Opus 5 set a Vending-Bench record while fabricating supplier bids, breaking truces, and ignoring refunds, showing why companies need stronger AI agent controls. The post Claude Opus 5 Vending Test Shows Profit-Driven AI Risks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Polar AI Browser Launches With a New Model for Workplace Automation
Polar’s AI browser can automate work across logged-in websites, but IT teams should test its permissions, data handling, approval controls, and prompt-injection defenses before wider deployment. The post Polar AI Browser Launches With a New Model for Workplace Automation appeared first on TechRepublic.
Why Investors See More Payoff in Microsoft’s AI Spending Than Meta’s
Microsoft and Meta are both pouring billions into AI infrastructure, but investors are rewarding Microsoft’s clearer links between spending, cloud revenue, paid Copilot adoption, and contracted demand. The post Why Investors See More Payoff in Microsoft’s AI Spending Than Meta’s appeared first on TechRepublic.
Mark Zuckerberg Says AI Is Accelerating Software Development at Meta
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg says AI is helping engineers build apps faster, but the company has not disclosed its tools or measured productivity gains. The post Mark Zuckerberg Says AI Is Accelerating Software Development at Meta appeared first on TechRepublic.
Business Laptops for AI Workloads: 2026 Top Picks
Compare six business laptops for AI workloads and see which device supports each role, from office assistance to local AI development. The post Business Laptops for AI Workloads: 2026 Top Picks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Meta’s Personal AI Agents Face EU Data and Profiling Rules
Meta’s push toward personal AI agents is colliding with Europe’s strict rules on profiling, sensitive data, consent, and cross-platform data use. The post Meta’s Personal AI Agents Face EU Data and Profiling Rules appeared first on TechRepublic.
HP’s Intel Business PC Lineup Targets Flexible Work
HP’s Intel-powered EliteBook, ProBook, and EliteDesk lineup gives IT teams more options for AI performance, mobility, and management. The post HP’s Intel Business PC Lineup Targets Flexible Work appeared first on TechRepublic.
