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Citigroup hires IBM veteran as new AI head to accelerate banking transformation
Citigroup has appointed Shobhit Varshney, a longtime IBM executive, as its new head of AI to accelerate the bank's artificial intelligence initiatives across its operations. The hire signals Wall Street's intensifying race to integrate AI deeper into banking, as Citi joins competitors like JPMorgan and Goldman Sachs in deploying AI tools to automate routine work and boost efficiency. What you should know: Varshney joins from IBM, where he led data and AI for the consulting business across the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. He will report to Chief Operating Officer Anand Selva and work closely with Chief Technology Officer David...
read Sep 9, 2025AI use hastened in states after Trump administration federal health system cuts
States across the U.S. are turning to artificial intelligence platforms to track disease outbreaks after the Trump administration withdrew from the World Health Organization and cut thousands of jobs from the CDC. Massachusetts now relies on an AI system called BEACON that scans news reports in local languages for early signs of threats like bird flu and Ebola, while Illinois uses AI-powered BlueDot and reports from Brown University's Pandemic Center to monitor infectious diseases entering through Chicago's O'Hare Airport. The big picture: Public health officials are scrambling to create makeshift surveillance networks as traditional federal and international disease monitoring systems...
read Sep 9, 2025AI Quests from Google aims to teach students real-world AI applications
Google has launched AI Quests, an interactive online game series designed to teach students aged 11-14 about real-world AI applications through fantasy-based gameplay. The initiative represents part of a broader tech industry push to familiarize younger generations with AI technology and build early user loyalty in what companies view as the foundational technology of the future. What you should know: AI Quests transforms Google's actual AI research projects into educational games where students learn by solving real-world challenges. The first quest, based on Google's Flood Forecasting research, tasks students with tracking variables like rainfall and river flow to train an...
read Sep 9, 2025Google’s Nano Banana gains 10M users with viral photo prompts. Here are some to try.
Google's latest AI image generation tool has captured global attention, drawing millions of users within days of its launch. Nano Banana, integrated directly into the Gemini ecosystem, represents a significant leap forward in AI-powered visual creation, processing images at unprecedented speeds while maintaining quality that rivals established competitors like ChatGPT and MidJourney. Josh Woodward, Google's Vice President of Product, recently announced that the Gemini app gained over 10 million new users following Nano Banana's release. The tool has already generated or edited over 200 million images, sparking viral social media trends that showcase its versatility and accessibility. Unlike standalone image...
read Sep 9, 2025UK study: Neurodiverse workers get 90% more value from AI than neurotypical colleagues
A UK government study reveals that neurodiverse employees derive significantly more benefit from AI tools like Microsoft 365 Copilot than their neurotypical colleagues, with 90% higher satisfaction rates and 95% greater likelihood to recommend the technology. This finding suggests AI's most transformative impact may lie in accessibility rather than general productivity gains, potentially revolutionizing workplace inclusion for millions of people with disabilities. What you should know: The UK Department for Business and Trade study found that while overall Copilot satisfaction was 72%, neurodiverse employees reported statistically higher satisfaction and recommendation rates. Out of 1,000 licenses distributed to government employees, 300...
read Sep 9, 2025Welles estate slams Amazon’s AI resurrection of “Magnificent Ambersons”
Amazon plans to use AI to recreate 43 minutes of destroyed footage from Orson Welles' 1942 film "The Magnificent Ambersons," but the legendary director's estate says they weren't consulted about the project. The controversy highlights growing tensions between AI innovation and creative rights, particularly when it involves posthumous use of artists' work without family consent. What's happening: Edward Saatchi, CEO of Showrunner AI (recently backed by Amazon), announced plans to resurrect the "lost" footage by shooting sequences with live actors and using AI to face-swap their likenesses with the original cast.• The project aims to restore what Saatchi calls Welles'...
read Sep 9, 2025Dutch ASML invests $1.5B in French Mistral AI, becomes largest shareholder
ASML, the Dutch semiconductor equipment maker, will invest 1.3 billion euros ($1.5 billion) in French artificial intelligence startup Mistral AI, securing an 11% stake and becoming the company's main shareholder. The strategic investment also includes a partnership to integrate Mistral's AI models across ASML's product portfolio and grants ASML a seat on Mistral's strategic committee. Why this matters: The deal represents one of the largest corporate investments in a European AI startup, signaling ASML's commitment to integrating artificial intelligence into its semiconductor manufacturing equipment business while strengthening Europe's position in the global AI race. Key details: ASML's investment makes it...
read Sep 9, 2025Judge rejects Anthropic’s $1.5B copyright settlement as incomplete
A federal judge has rejected Anthropic's record-breaking $1.5 billion settlement for a copyright lawsuit filed by writers, calling the agreement "nowhere close to complete." Judge William Alsup expressed concern that class lawyers struck a deal that would be forced "down the throat of authors" without providing essential details about how the settlement would actually work. What you should know: The lawsuit involves around 500,000 authors who sued Anthropic, an AI company, for using pirated copies of their works to train its large language models. Authors were expected to receive $3,000 per work under the settlement terms. One of the lawyers...
read Sep 9, 2025Cisco launches AI-powered data fabric to unify enterprise analytics
Cisco has launched an AI-driven data fabric powered by Splunk, designed to help enterprises unify and analyze distributed business and machine data. The new architecture, unveiled at Splunk .conf25 in Boston, integrates the Cisco Data Fabric with Splunk Federated Search for Snowflake to enable AI-powered insights from machine-generated telemetry across multiple platforms. What you should know: The Cisco Data Fabric creates a unified framework that connects disparate data sources for comprehensive analytics and AI applications. Built using Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Cloud Platform capabilities, the fabric federates data from cloud, on-premises, and platforms like Snowflake and Splunk Indexes. The system...
read Sep 8, 2025AMD driver update lets gamers force FSR 4 in 85+ titles
AMD's FSR 4 AI-powered upscaling technology is now available for most games that support FSR 3.1 with DirectX 12, according to the company's latest 25.9.1 driver update. The expansion significantly broadens FSR 4's reach beyond the 85+ officially supported titles, allowing gamers to access AMD's machine learning-enhanced graphics technology through a simple toggle in the AMD Software app. What you should know: FSR 4 can now be force-enabled in most FSR 3.1-compatible games through AMD's driver override feature. Users can flip a toggle in the AMD Software: Adrenalin Edition app to override FSR 3.1 implementations with FSR 4. The technology...
read Sep 8, 2025Notre Dame wins university’s Presidential Award for AI governance framework
The University of Notre Dame's AI Enablement Team has been honored with the Presidential Team Irish Award for successfully establishing the university's artificial intelligence infrastructure and governance framework. The collaborative effort between the Office of Information Technology and Hesburgh Libraries has positioned Notre Dame as a leader in responsible AI adoption across higher education. What you should know: The team created comprehensive AI capabilities and ethical guidelines that now serve the entire Notre Dame community. They developed secure access to generative AI tools while establishing clear best practices for ethical use and data protection. The team built a foundational campus...
read Sep 8, 2025Anthropic backs California’s first AI safety law requiring transparency
Anthropic has become the first major tech company to endorse California's S.B. 53, a bill that would establish the first broad legal requirements for AI companies in the United States. The legislation would mandate transparency measures and safety protocols for large AI developers, transforming voluntary industry commitments into legally binding requirements that could reshape how AI companies operate nationwide. What you should know: S.B. 53 would create mandatory transparency and safety requirements specifically targeting the most advanced AI companies. The bill applies only to companies building cutting-edge models requiring massive computing power, with the strictest requirements reserved for those with...
read Sep 8, 2025Microsoft signs $17.4B AI infrastructure deal with Nebius Group
Nebius Group has signed a $17.4 billion deal to provide Microsoft with GPU infrastructure capacity over five years, marking one of the largest AI infrastructure partnerships to date. The agreement underscores the massive capital investments tech giants are making to secure computing power for generative AI development, with Nebius shares surging 33% in after-hours trading following the announcement. What you should know: This represents a significant strategic partnership between Microsoft and Nebius, an AI infrastructure specialist formerly known as Yandex's international business.• The five-year agreement is valued at $17.4 billion, positioning it among the largest AI infrastructure deals in the...
read Sep 8, 2025Is an assistant making you insecure? Study finds AI coding creates 10x more security vulnerabilities
Programmers using AI-powered coding assistants create 10 times more security vulnerabilities than developers who code without AI assistance, according to new research from Apiiro, a security firm. The findings reveal a critical trade-off: while AI helps developers produce code faster and with fewer syntax errors, it's simultaneously introducing far more dangerous security flaws that could expose systems to cyberattacks. What you should know: The research analyzed code from thousands of developers across tens of thousands of repositories, revealing that AI-assisted programmers produce three to four times more code overall. Syntax errors dropped 76% and logic bugs decreased 60% when developers...
read Sep 8, 2025Getac unveils world’s first rugged Copilot+ PC tablet with 48 TOPS AI power
Getac has unveiled the F120, which it claims to be the world's first fully rugged Copilot+ PC in a tablet form factor, designed to withstand extreme conditions while running advanced AI workloads. The device combines battlefield-grade durability with cutting-edge AI processing power, targeting professionals in industries where equipment failure isn't an option and advanced computing capabilities are increasingly essential. What you should know: The F120 meets Microsoft's strict Copilot+ PC standards while maintaining military-grade ruggedness certifications. Built around Intel's Core Ultra 200V Series processor with an Intel AI Boost NPU (neural processing unit) delivering up to 48 TOPS of AI...
read Sep 8, 2025Dyson’s new robot vacuum abandons signature design for generic look
Dyson unveiled its second robot vacuum, the Spot+Scrub Ai, at IFA 2025, promising advanced AI-powered stain detection and cleaning capabilities. However, the device's generic appearance and features closely mirror existing competitors like iRobot's Roomba models, raising questions about whether the company known for innovative design has abandoned its originality in favor of market conformity. Key features: The Spot+Scrub Ai represents a significant departure from Dyson's first robot vacuum, the 360 Vis Nav, incorporating several industry-standard elements. The robot includes LiDAR navigation (a laser-based mapping system), vacuum and mopping functions, and a self-emptying base station with three separate bins for clean...
read Sep 8, 2025Tech companies race to prove hypersonic tracking for missile defense in “Golden Dome” project
Tech companies including Varda Space Industries, Anduril, and LeoLabs are conducting advanced demonstrations of hypersonic tracking technology as they compete for contracts in President Trump's "Golden Dome" missile defense project. The ambitious defense system would require capabilities to intercept fast-moving rockets and missiles that no military currently possesses, creating a lucrative opportunity for aerospace and AI companies to showcase cutting-edge solutions. What you should know: Varda Space Industries successfully demonstrated real-time hypersonic tracking capabilities in a May test that could be crucial for missile defense systems. More than 100 employees watched as the company tracked a capsule traveling at over...
read Sep 8, 2025Chinese AI startup Tripo hits $12M revenue with hopeful “3D TikTok” tool
Tripo, a Chinese 3D AI company, has reached $12 million in annual recurring revenue and secured tens of millions in pre-A+ funding just two and a half years after its founding. The startup's latest release, Tripo Studio 3.0, represents what CEO Simon Song calls the first "product-ready" 3D generation technology, potentially enabling a future consumer platform he describes as "3D TikTok." What you should know: Tripo has built a substantial professional user base while developing technology that could democratize 3D content creation. The company serves more than three million professional users globally and has signed over 40,000 studios and corporate...
read Sep 8, 2025k, I’m out: Study finds AI models bail on conversations when corrected or overwhelmed
Large language models have developed an unexpected behavioral quirk that could reshape how businesses deploy AI systems: when given the option to end conversations, these AI assistants sometimes choose to bail out in surprisingly human-like ways. Recent research from AI safety researchers reveals that modern AI models, when equipped with a simple "exit" mechanism, will terminate conversations for reasons ranging from emotional discomfort to self-doubt after being corrected. This behavior, dubbed "bailing," offers unprecedented insights into how AI systems process interactions and make decisions about continued engagement. The findings matter because they suggest AI models possess something resembling preferences about...
read Sep 8, 2025Job seekers face long searches as AI dominates hiring process, creates swipe-like disposability
The American job market has become increasingly dysfunctional as both job seekers and employers rely heavily on AI tools, creating a cycle where millions of applications go unanswered despite low unemployment rates. Recent college graduate Harris applied to 200 jobs and received 200 rejections, illustrating how AI-powered hiring systems have transformed job searching into what experts describe as "Tinderized job-search hell." What you should know: The hiring process has stalled despite seemingly healthy economic indicators, with payrolls frozen for four months and hiring rates at their lowest since the Great Recession. The hiring rate has dropped from four or five...
read Sep 8, 2025US Census data reveals 2% drop in enterprise AI adoption
US Census Bureau data reveals AI usage among large companies dropped from nearly 14 percent in mid-June to under 12 percent in August—the largest decline since tracking began in November 2023. This represents a concerning trend for tech investors who have poured billions into AI development, expecting enterprise adoption to drive sustainable returns on their massive investments. What you should know: The decline affects companies across different sizes, with the steepest drop occurring among enterprises with over 250 employees. Data from over 1.2 million US firms shows AI usage fell most dramatically in large corporations, while very small businesses with...
read Sep 8, 2025Survey: 62% of Americans want AI as creative tool, not replacement
A new survey reveals that most Americans want AI to serve as a creative tool rather than replace human artists entirely. The findings suggest people value the human experience in art and prefer AI systems that amplify artistic vision rather than generate content autonomously. What you should know: The survey of 150 U.S. residents found that 62% would like their favorite artwork less if they learned it was created by AI without human involvement. Only 13% considered people using AI to be artists, while 42% said "yes, but only if they are providing significant guidance to the AI; otherwise, no."...
read Sep 8, 2025Google admits in court filing that “open web is in rapid decline”
Google admitted in a recent court filing that "the open web is in rapid decline," directly contradicting its previous public statements defending the health of the internet. This acknowledgment comes as the tech giant faces antitrust scrutiny over its dominance in online advertising, revealing a stark disconnect between Google's courtroom arguments and its public messaging about web vitality. What you should know: Google's admission emerged during ongoing litigation about its control over the digital advertising market. The company argued that proposed court remedies would "only accelerate that decline, harming publishers who currently rely on open-web display advertising revenue." Google contends...
read Sep 8, 2025Vodafone swaps humans for AI avatars in ads but tech flaws evident
Vodafone is experimenting with AI-generated avatars in its advertising campaigns, recently releasing a commercial featuring a synthetic spokesperson instead of a human actor. The telecommunications giant's test represents a notable shift toward AI-powered marketing by a major global brand, though the execution reveals the current limitations of generative AI technology in creating convincing human representations. What you should know: The AI avatar's artificial nature is immediately apparent through several telltale signs that undermine the illusion of authenticity. The synthetic spokesperson's hair appears unnatural, while physical mannerisms and speaking patterns feel mechanical and off-putting. A facial mole visibly shifts positions during...
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