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#ai
fromMedium
3 days ago
Software development

The AI Revolution in Development: Why Outer Loop Agents Are the Next Big Thing

Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Fujitsu brings AI and social issues together

Fujitsu leverages AI to address social issues in healthcare, marine ecosystems, and cybersecurity through data-driven decision-making and digital twin technology.
Digital life
fromFortune
5 hours ago

AI's next frontier is the real world | Fortune

AI has transformed digital interactions, yet the physical world still relies on outdated identity verification methods.
Software development
fromMedium
3 days ago

The AI Revolution in Development: Why Outer Loop Agents Are the Next Big Thing

AI is set to revolutionize post-code push processes, automating tasks like security fixes, error logging, and code reviews.
Silicon Valley
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

AI humanoid robot to help passengers at San Jose airport

San Jose Mineta Airport introduces Jose, an AI humanoid robot that assists passengers with information and speaks over 50 languages.
Information security
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

Fujitsu brings AI and social issues together

Fujitsu leverages AI to address social issues in healthcare, marine ecosystems, and cybersecurity through data-driven decision-making and digital twin technology.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 hour ago

Nissan's Turnaround Hinges On This Unique Hybrid System. It's Nothing Like Toyota's

Nissan's Rogue Hybrid e-Power will offer a unique driving experience, combining electric vehicle performance with hybrid fuel efficiency, launching in late 2026.
Cryptocurrency
fromnews.bitcoin.com
20 hours ago

Japan Moves to Expand Crypto Compliance Regime as Tax Surveillance Enters Cross-Border Era

Japan is enhancing crypto regulation to improve tax compliance and transparency in digital asset transactions.
Marketing
fromInc
1 day ago

Is Your Company Focusing on Generative Engine Optimization?

Generative engine optimization (GEO) requires marketers to adapt strategies for AI-driven search, focusing on relevance and collaboration across PR, content, and SEO.
#artificial-intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago
Education

The Modern World in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: How to Get Educated Without Missing Future Opportunities

Education
fromBusiness Matters
6 days ago

The Modern World in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: How to Get Educated Without Missing Future Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries and creating new job opportunities, necessitating advanced technical skills for future relevance.
Venture
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

Kyndryl CEO: Enterprise AI is a bullet train on 30-mph tracks

Kyndryl's CEO emphasizes the need for modern infrastructure to support AI advancements, highlighting a gap between AI capabilities and existing systems.
Online Community Development
fromFast Company
1 day ago

Human connection is an urgent business investment in the AI era

Digital convenience has led to increased loneliness and anxiety, highlighting the need for human connection in both personal and professional realms.
Science
fromInverse
1 day ago

SXSW 2026 Proves AI Is So Last Year - And Space Is The Next Frontier

SXSW showcases innovation, highlighting both AI advancements and immersive experiences like virtual reality simulations of the International Space Station.
Business intelligence
fromTechzine Global
1 day ago

All shook up, IFS unlocks asset-based pricing for enterprise AI

IFS introduces an outcomes-based pricing model for enterprise AI, aligning software costs with operational assets instead of user counts.
fromFast Company
1 day ago

AI has come for Domino's pizza tracker, and we're not mad about it

The new tracker features a simplified progress bar that shows just four stages of pizza creation. The new design was rolled out to all platforms, and there's also new Lock Screen widgets for iOS that bring the pizza chain's most famous tech feature to the Liquid Glass age.
Marketing tech
Data science
fromFortune
1 day ago

Meet China's AI-powered recycling robot that sorts 220 pounds of clothes in 2 to 3 minutes | Fortune

AI technology in textile recycling significantly improves efficiency and reduces waste impact.
DevOps
fromTheregister
1 day ago

IBM wants Arm software on its mainframes for AI support

IBM and Arm are collaborating to enhance enterprise systems for AI and data-intensive workloads using Arm chips.
fromFuturism
1 day ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
European startups
fromFortune
2 days ago

Asia's AI playbook gets a reality check as the Iran war sends energy prices higher and snarls supply chains | Fortune

The AI boom in Asia is driving economic growth, but rising energy prices due to conflict may challenge its sustainability.
#generative-ai
fromFast Company
2 days ago
Women in technology

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
1 day ago

Ben Armstrong of MIT on the Future of Work and Adapting to Technological Change

Generative AI tools require human involvement for accuracy and relevance, similar to the early internet's need for effective user engagement.
Women in technology
fromFast Company
2 days ago

AI isn't just reshaping productivity and threatening to kill jobs. It's changing how we lead, communicate, and treat each other. It's also creating a new gender gap

Generative AI is reshaping communication, trust, and cultural interactions beyond productivity and efficiency concerns.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
1 day ago

Ben Armstrong of MIT on the Future of Work and Adapting to Technological Change

Generative AI tools require human involvement for accuracy and relevance, similar to the early internet's need for effective user engagement.
E-Commerce
fromZDNET
3 days ago

These car gadgets are worth every penny

Spring and summer are ideal for purchasing car gadgets to enhance road trips.
Writing
fromDefector
3 days ago

Go Ahead and Use AI. It Will Only Help Me Dominate You. | Defector

AI can be a valuable tool in the writing process, and its use should be supported rather than criticized.
#autonomous-vehicles
Toronto startup
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Tesla Says Its Robotaxis Are Sometimes Driven by Remote Humans

Remote assistance programs are crucial for autonomous vehicles, but companies are not disclosing how often they are needed, raising safety concerns.
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Uber is piloting a robotaxi service in Tokyo

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan are launching a robotaxi pilot program in Tokyo in late 2026 using Nissan Leaf EVs with AI-powered autonomous driving technology.
Toronto startup
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

Nuro Tests Zero-Shot Autonomous Vehicles in Tokyo - TechRepublic

Nuro tests autonomous vehicle technology in Tokyo to demonstrate how its system adapts to new driving environments without extensive location-specific reprogramming.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | Tech
3 weeks ago

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan are bringing robotaxis to Tokyo

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan partnered to launch a robotaxi service in Tokyo by late 2026, marking Uber's first autonomous vehicle collaboration in Japan and expanding its global rollout to ten cities.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo's streets | TechCrunch

Nuro expands autonomous vehicle testing to Japan, marking its first overseas deployment with Toyota Prius vehicles on Tokyo public roads.
Toronto startup
fromWIRED
3 days ago

Tesla Says Its Robotaxis Are Sometimes Driven by Remote Humans

Remote assistance programs are crucial for autonomous vehicles, but companies are not disclosing how often they are needed, raising safety concerns.
Alternative transportation
fromEngadget
3 weeks ago

Uber is piloting a robotaxi service in Tokyo

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan are launching a robotaxi pilot program in Tokyo in late 2026 using Nissan Leaf EVs with AI-powered autonomous driving technology.
Toronto startup
fromTechRepublic
3 weeks ago

Nuro Tests Zero-Shot Autonomous Vehicles in Tokyo - TechRepublic

Nuro tests autonomous vehicle technology in Tokyo to demonstrate how its system adapts to new driving environments without extensive location-specific reprogramming.
Toronto startup
fromTNW | Tech
3 weeks ago

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan are bringing robotaxis to Tokyo

Uber, Wayve, and Nissan partnered to launch a robotaxi service in Tokyo by late 2026, marking Uber's first autonomous vehicle collaboration in Japan and expanding its global rollout to ten cities.
Toronto startup
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

Nuro is testing its autonomous vehicle tech on Tokyo's streets | TechCrunch

Nuro expands autonomous vehicle testing to Japan, marking its first overseas deployment with Toyota Prius vehicles on Tokyo public roads.
#sony
Gadgets
fromgizmodo.com
3 days ago

The Best Gadgets of March 2026

Apple launched the $600 MacBook Neo, which received positive reviews despite some tradeoffs in features and specifications.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
21 hours ago

Automakers are teaming up, speeding up, and hoping AI can help them down a tough road ahead

Automakers are leveraging AI to shorten vehicle development timelines and enhance efficiency in response to industry challenges.
#electric-vehicles
Games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Sony and Honda's debut EV is dead before it even arrived

Honda and Sony are discontinuing the Afeela electric cars amid significant financial losses and challenges in the EV market.
Cars
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Go for a walk, man: Sony's drive to create a car parked

Sony and Honda have ended their partnership to develop the Afeela electric vehicle, halting its production plans.
Cars
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Sony Afeela Was Doomed to Fail

Sony-Honda canceled the Afeela 1 electric car due to Honda's shift in EV strategy and financial losses.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Sony and Honda kill its Afeela EVs

Sony Honda Mobility has discontinued its Afeela EV project due to significant financial losses and a lack of competitive edge.
Games
fromEngadget
1 week ago

The Morning After: Sony and Honda's debut EV is dead before it even arrived

Honda and Sony are discontinuing the Afeela electric cars amid significant financial losses and challenges in the EV market.
Cars
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Go for a walk, man: Sony's drive to create a car parked

Sony and Honda have ended their partnership to develop the Afeela electric vehicle, halting its production plans.
Cars
fromWIRED
1 week ago

The Sony Afeela Was Doomed to Fail

Sony-Honda canceled the Afeela 1 electric car due to Honda's shift in EV strategy and financial losses.
Cars
fromEngadget
1 week ago

Sony and Honda kill its Afeela EVs

Sony Honda Mobility has discontinued its Afeela EV project due to significant financial losses and a lack of competitive edge.
#microsoft
Marketing tech
fromThe Verge
2 days ago

Microsoft's new 'superintelligence' game plan is all about business

Microsoft's Mustafa Suleyman focuses on achieving superintelligence to enhance business productivity through AI advancements.
#toyota
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Toyota's Woven Capital appoints new CIO and COO in push for finding the 'future of mobility' | TechCrunch

Michiko Kato becomes the first female CEO of a wholly owned Toyota subsidiary, leading Woven Capital and focusing on mobility investments.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.
Cars
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Toyota's Woven Capital appoints new CIO and COO in push for finding the 'future of mobility' | TechCrunch

Michiko Kato becomes the first female CEO of a wholly owned Toyota subsidiary, leading Woven Capital and focusing on mobility investments.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
1 day ago

The Toyota bZ Had An Amazing Start To 2026

Toyota's bZ is set to be the top-selling non-Tesla EV in the U.S. for 2026, with significant sales growth.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
3 days ago

Toyota's Hydrogen Dream Is Far From Over

Toyota aims to become a third shareholder in Cellcentric to enhance hydrogen fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.
Cars
fromEngadget
3 days ago

Toyota's still trying to make hydrogen fuel cells happen

Toyota is joining Daimler and Volvo in a joint venture to develop fuel cell technology for heavy commercial vehicles.
fromFast Company
3 days ago

China is moving faster on next-gen tech. The U.S. is trying to keep up

In recent weeks, China approved the world's first commercial brain-computer interface medical device and unveiled a five-ton class electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft that has already completed a public flight.
Science
Toronto startup
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Baidu's robotaxis froze in traffic creating chaos

Baidu's robotaxis malfunctioned in Wuhan, trapping passengers and causing traffic issues due to a reported system failure.
#robotics
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Humanoid tests humanoid robot for automotive logistics

Humanoid's robot successfully completed a proof-of-concept test for automotive manufacturing, demonstrating its capability in a production environment.
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Humanoid tests humanoid robot for automotive logistics

Humanoid's robot successfully completed a proof-of-concept test for automotive manufacturing, demonstrating its capability in a production environment.
Science
fromNature
5 days ago

Inside the 'self-driving' lab revolution

Eve, an AI-powered robotic platform, automates early-stage drug design, significantly enhancing efficiency in scientific research.
European startups
fromTechCrunch
4 days ago

FedEx chooses partnerships over proprietary tech for its automation strategy | TechCrunch

FedEx partners with Berkshire Grey to develop robots for bulk package unloading, aiming to enhance warehouse automation.
fromTheregister
1 week ago

SoftBank builds AI mega-datacenter on nuke site

SB Energy will build a 10-gigawatt (GW) server farm and 10 GW of new generation capacity, with at least 9.2 GW being gas-fired, to support both the local grid and the datacenter.
Boston real estate
Software development
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

The ERP that doesn't care which AI you use, and why that's smart

NetSuite announced three new AI Connector Service extensions, emphasizing a strategic shift towards openness and integration with external AI models.
fromZDNET
4 days ago

Best Amazon Spring Sale robot vacuum deals 2026 - last call for savings

The sale officially ends tonight, but there are still several robot vacuums on sale, including top-end models from brands like Ecovacs, Dreame, Roborock, and more.
E-Commerce
Video games
fromKotaku
1 week ago

Capcom Promises No GenAI In Its Games, But There's A Catch

Capcom will not use AI-generated materials in game content but will explore its use for improving production efficiency.
fromTechzine Global
5 days ago

Sony halts memory card shipments due to NAND shortage

A severe shortage of NAND flash, driven by the enormous demand for it to expand AI data centers, makes procurement impossible. Sony is currently unable to fulfill orders for CFexpress Type A, CFexpress Type B, and SDXC/SDHC memory cards.
Tech industry
#ai-models
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Apps
20 hours ago

Microsoft launches three in-house AI models in direct challenge to OpenAI

Microsoft has launched three in-house AI models that compete directly with OpenAI, marking a significant shift in its AI strategy.
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Apps
20 hours ago

Microsoft launches three in-house AI models in direct challenge to OpenAI

Microsoft has launched three in-house AI models that compete directly with OpenAI, marking a significant shift in its AI strategy.
Gadgets
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Panasonic's already sold future datacenter battery output

Panasonic plans to triple lithium-ion battery production to meet rising demand driven by AI, aiming for significant market share and sales growth by 2029.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
5 days ago

Automation Promised Efficiency, But It Also Removed Differentiation

Marketing automation has improved efficiency but led to a lack of differentiation in brand messaging and identity.
Marketing
fromInc
1 week ago

Growth Isn't About Getting Noticed Anymore. Nissan Says It's About Removing Friction

Customer growth is determined by reducing friction in experiences, not just capturing attention.
fromGSMArena.com
1 week ago

Sony says AI frame generation is coming to PlayStation at some point in the future

Sony and AMD are working closely to deliver AI-powered frame generation to PlayStation, focusing on improving frame rates without relying on more powerful hardware.
Video games
Toronto startup
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Tesla Admits Its Robotaxis Are Being Driven Remotely

Waymo relies on remote operators in the Philippines for assistance with autonomous vehicles, highlighting the ongoing human involvement in autonomous driving.
Cars
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Mass robotaxi malfunction halts traffic in Chinese city

A mass robotaxi outage in Wuhan raised safety concerns about driverless vehicles after over a hundred cars stopped mid-traffic due to a system malfunction.
Business
fromFortune
1 month ago

Western CEOs crack down, demanding super-AI productivity to keep your job. Japanese firms pay older workers to do nothing | Fortune

Japan retains older, underperforming employees in low-responsibility roles rather than terminating them, contrasting with Western efficiency-focused workforce management.
#ai-adoption
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

AI is saving workers up to an hour a day - but Goldman Sachs says 80% of companies aren't using it yet | Fortune

Fewer than 19% of U.S. establishments have adopted AI, but productivity gains are significant for those that have.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

AI is saving workers up to an hour a day - but Goldman Sachs says 80% of companies aren't using it yet | Fortune

Fewer than 19% of U.S. establishments have adopted AI, but productivity gains are significant for those that have.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
3 days ago

9 reasons AI isn't going to take your job (yet) | Fortune

Employers should approach AI adoption cautiously, as predictions about its impact on employment and capabilities have often been inaccurate.
fromEntrepreneur
1 week ago

Sony and Honda Just Hit the Brakes on Their $90,000 Electric Car. Here's What Went Wrong.

Sony Honda Mobility announced Wednesday it's scrapping development of its joint venture electric vehicle after Honda flagged a writedown of as much as $15.7 billion and had to overhaul its entire EV strategy.
Cars
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
4 days ago

What Will AI Coworkers Look Like for the Rest of 2026?

AI coworkers are now integral to workflows, executing tasks and returning results, transforming how teams operate by 2026.
#honda
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Honda cancels the two electric vehicles it was developing with Sony

Honda canceled plans for three electric vehicles, impacting its joint venture with Sony and highlighting struggles in the EV market.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Sony and Honda scrapped their next EV before launch. You can still drive it on PlayStation.

Honda and Sony canceled the Afeela electric sedan, leaving their joint venture in uncertainty and reflecting Honda's shift in EV strategy.
Cars
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Honda cancels the two electric vehicles it was developing with Sony

Honda canceled plans for three electric vehicles, impacting its joint venture with Sony and highlighting struggles in the EV market.
Cars
fromwww.businessinsider.com
1 week ago

Sony and Honda scrapped their next EV before launch. You can still drive it on PlayStation.

Honda and Sony canceled the Afeela electric sedan, leaving their joint venture in uncertainty and reflecting Honda's shift in EV strategy.
Cars
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Sony and Honda give up on their joint EV project | TechCrunch

Sony Honda Mobility has abandoned the development of Afeela-branded EVs due to Honda's strategic shift and cancellation of planned electric vehicles.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

AI-driven operating model key to cloud-native, autonomous networks | Computer Weekly

Agentic AI can transform telecom networks if operators establish cloud-native maturity and integrate autonomy while maintaining reliability.
Gadgets
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Kawasaki's Robot Horse Is Going Into Production

Kawasaki plans to develop the four-legged, hydrogen-powered rideable robot Corleo with a prototype aimed for Expo 2030 and sales by 2035.
Artificial intelligence
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 weeks ago

Lab for autonomous agents to drive boost in manufacturing in India | Computer Weekly

IBM Research launches Emergence India Labs to develop autonomous systems for manufacturing, logistics, and infrastructure, positioning India as a frontier AI research hub beyond traditional IT services.
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
1 month ago

Japan's robotics industry sees record orders as global labor shortages intensify - Silicon Canals

Japan's robotics industry achieved record quarterly orders of ¥324.5 billion in Q1 2025, driven by global labor shortages and aging workforces across Asia, North America, and Europe.
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

TSMC Expands AI Chip Production to Japan

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE:TSM) is expanding production of advanced AI semiconductors to Japan, marking a significant geographic diversification for the world's leading chipmaker. The move addresses surging demand for cutting-edge chips while reducing geopolitical risk tied to Taiwan-based manufacturing. The expansion comes as TSMC reported Q4 2025 revenue of $33.73 billion, up 20.5% year-over-year, with net income climbing 35% to $15.2 billion.
Artificial intelligence
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