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Daily Tech Insider Unpacks AI Assistants’ Leap From Code to Chores
AI assistants move from hype to habit as Google, Anthropic, Salesforce, and LG roll out tools that automate work, healthcare, and home chores. The post Daily Tech Insider Unpacks AI Assistants’ Leap From Code to Chores appeared first on TechRepublic.
Why Autonomous AI Agents Will Redefine Enterprise IT Strategy
CIOs are moving beyond AI copilots to autonomous agents. Learn where agents deliver value, how to govern them, and how to integrate with legacy tech. The post Why Autonomous AI Agents Will Redefine Enterprise IT Strategy appeared first on TechRepublic.
iPhone 18 Rumored Features for Pro, Pro Max, and Air 2
Apple iPhone 18 rumors point to cleaner displays, smarter Siri powered by AI, and a possible foldable design, signaling Apple’s biggest iPhone shift in years. The post iPhone 18 Rumored Features for Pro, Pro Max, and Air 2 appeared first on TechRepublic.
HSBC Backs $220M WeLab Asian Fintech Deal
Global banking giant HSBC joined an impressive roster of investors that includes Prudential Hong Kong, Fubon Bank, and Hong Kong Investment Corporation. The post HSBC Backs $220M WeLab Asian Fintech Deal appeared first on TechRepublic.
Amazon Starts Auto-Upgrading Prime Members to Alexa+ Without Warning
Amazon is automatically upgrading Prime members to Alexa+, prompting Reddit complaints about consent and opt-out controls, along with performance gripes. The post Amazon Starts Auto-Upgrading Prime Members to Alexa+ Without Warning appeared first on TechRepublic.
Fujitsu, SC Ventures Unveil Roadmap for Quantum Joint Venture
With Qubitra, they intend to drive practical value by applying quantum approaches to some of the finance sector’s most complex problems. The post Fujitsu, SC Ventures Unveil Roadmap for Quantum Joint Venture appeared first on TechRepublic.
London Mayor Urges Stronger Regulation as AI Threatens Workforce
To help rectify the situation, the mayor has unveiled plans for free AI skills training and a new taskforce aimed at protecting jobs in the capital. The post London Mayor Urges Stronger Regulation as AI Threatens Workforce appeared first on TechRepublic.
Why Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon Are Now Paying Wikipedia
Wikimedia is selling enterprise access to Wikipedia to Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon, shifting AI firms from scraping to paid data feeds for training. The post Why Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon Are Now Paying Wikipedia appeared first on TechRepublic.
Nvidia Expands AI Healthcare Push With Lilly, Thermo Fisher
At the J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference, Nvidia announced major AI partnerships with Lilly and Thermo Fisher Scientific to accelerate drug discovery and automate laboratory infrastructure globally. The post Nvidia Expands AI Healthcare Push With Lilly, Thermo Fisher appeared first on TechRepublic.
CISA Issues New AI Security Guidance for Critical Infrastructure
CISA and international partners issued new guidance on securing AI in operational technology, warning of OT risks and urging stronger governance and safeguards. The post CISA Issues New AI Security Guidance for Critical Infrastructure appeared first on TechRepublic.
At MIT, a continued commitment to understanding intelligence
With support from the Siegel Family Endowment, the newly renamed MIT Siegel Family Quest for Intelligence investigates how brains produce intelligence and how it can be replicated to solve problems.
Generative AI tool helps 3D print personal items that sustain daily use
“MechStyle” allows users to personalize 3D models, while ensuring they’re physically viable after fabrication, producing unique personal items and assistive technology.
Leaked Data Exposes Thousands of Border Patrol, ICE Agents After Renee Good Shooting
A reported DHS leak exposed personal details of about 4,500 ICE and Border Patrol agents after a Minneapolis shooting, raising safety and ethics concerns. The post Leaked Data Exposes Thousands of Border Patrol, ICE Agents After Renee Good Shooting appeared first on TechRepublic.
Salesforce’s AI Assistant Slackbot Gets General Release
The enhanced Slackbot launched for Business+ and Enterprise+ customers, and it operates as an AI agent that learns from workplace conversations. The post Salesforce’s AI Assistant Slackbot Gets General Release appeared first on TechRepublic.
Trump Warns Microsoft: Don’t Make Americans Pay for AI Electricity
President Donald Trump pressures Microsoft and Big Tech to cover the costs of powering AI data centers as rising electricity bills spark consumer concerns. The post Trump Warns Microsoft: Don’t Make Americans Pay for AI Electricity appeared first on TechRepublic.
No Regrets: Why This CEO Still Stands by Cutting 80% of His Workforce
IgniteTech CEO Eric Vaughan says AI drove 2023 layoffs that cut staff by 80%, arguing the shift enabled faster product development and higher profitability. The post No Regrets: Why This CEO Still Stands by Cutting 80% of His Workforce appeared first on TechRepublic.
Rumor: Samsung Is Reviving Bixby With Perplexity-Powered AI
A new leak suggests Samsung may revive Bixby by handing complex queries to Perplexity, with different response modes and a live voice chat feature. The post Rumor: Samsung Is Reviving Bixby With Perplexity-Powered AI appeared first on TechRepublic.
AI-Powered Crypto Scams Drive Record $17B Losses in 2025
Research by Chainalysis reveals that AI-powered impersonation tactics have exploded by an unprecedented 1,400% year-over-year. The post AI-Powered Crypto Scams Drive Record $17B Losses in 2025 appeared first on TechRepublic.
This AI spots dangerous blood cells doctors often miss
A generative AI system can now analyze blood cells with greater accuracy and confidence than human experts, detecting subtle signs of diseases like leukemia. It not only spots rare abnormalities but also recognizes its own uncertainty, making it a powerful support tool for clinicians.
Converge Bio raises $25M, backed by Bessemer and execs from Meta, OpenAI, Wiz
AI drug discovery startup Converge Bio raised $25 million in a Series A led by Bessemer Venture Partners, with additional backing from executives at Meta, OpenAI, and Wiz.
