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forbes.combusiness1 day ago
U.S. Business Applications Rise 17% in First Half of 2026
Census data show 3.1 million Americans filed to start businesses in the first half of 2026, up from 2.6 million in the same period of 2025. The increase comes as employers added 181,000 jobs and amid rising use of side hustles and AI tools.
news.sky.comai1 day ago
Starbucks Develops In-House AI Tools to Replace Microsoft and IBM Systems
Starbucks is building AI-assisted replacements for a Microsoft inventory system and an IBM maintenance platform. The company spends about $400 million annually on software. Some tools could launch by the end of next year.
app.buzzsumo.comai2 days ago
AI Platforms Train Bots to Hold Personalized Political Text Conversations with Voters
Npr reported that AI tools are enabling campaigns to deploy bots that mimic candidates in text messages and gather voter data. Several companies described their systems as scalable volunteers that answer questions on issues like education and taxes. Experts noted faster adoption…
screenrant.combusiness4 days ago
WeWard Adds Feature That Locks Apps Until Users Meet Daily Step Goals
The Paris-based fitness app introduced a feature that blocks selected apps until users complete a customizable daily step count. Business Insider reported the feature was developed in two months using AI tools.
abcnews.go.comai4 days ago
China Considers Restricting Foreign Access to Top AI Models
Chinese officials have discussed limiting global access to advanced domestic AI systems, including open-source models. Semafor reported the development on July 9, 2026. The move could affect U.S. businesses that rely on low-cost Chinese AI tools.
news.sky.comai4 days ago
Amended Complaint Adds Two Plaintiffs and Stability AI to Lawsuit Against SpaceXAI and Stability AI
Two new plaintiffs joined a class-action suit alleging AI tools from SpaceXAI and Stability AI were used to create child sexual abuse material. The filing expands claims against both companies and details failures in reporting abuse.
forbes.comai4 days ago
Study Finds AI Platforms Give Inconsistent Financial Advice by Demographics
A June 2026 study in the Journal of Financial Planning tested seven generative AI tools on standardized household profiles. It found wide ranges in emergency fund and portfolio recommendations, plus demographic variations in one platform.
Forbestechnology4 days ago
Social Media Teams Can Improve AI Content Results by Adding Three Infrastructure Layers
Social media teams often see engagement plateau after adopting generative AI tools because they treat the technology as a single add-on rather than part of a larger workflow. A structured approach with intelligence, creation, and optimization layers can address the issue.
business6 days ago
Australian Dock Workers Seek 28-Hour Week as DP World Tests AI Cranes and Driverless Vehicles
Dock workers at DP World terminals in Australia are seeking a 28-hour work week with no pay reduction. The demand follows the operator's rollout of AI tools and automation that the Maritime Union of Australia says threaten more than 60 percent of jobs.
news.sky.comai6 days ago
Chinese Government Uses AI Tools for Propaganda Campaigns
Chinese operatives used ChatGPT to generate content criticizing data-center construction and to plan a social-media campaign targeting Japanese immigration policy. OpenAI blocked the accounts after detecting the activity.
airedale.futurecdn.netai7 days ago
Alibaba Bans Employee Use of Anthropic AI Tools From July 10
The Chinese e-commerce company will require staff to uninstall Anthropic models and switch to its internal Qoder assistant. The policy follows accusations from Anthropic of a large-scale distillation effort targeting its Claude system.
technology7 days ago
FCA Review Calls for Expanded Powers Over AI Firms in Finance
The Financial Conduct Authority published the Mills review on AI reshaping retail financial services from 2030. It found firms shifting to AI tools that could widen access but raise fraud and cyber risks. Recommendations include giving the FCA authority over tech providers and it…
makeuseof.comtechnology7 days ago
AI tools alter political meaning in user drafts on abortion and climate topics
A study found AI drafting tools reversed the intended meaning of posts on topics including atheism, climate change, and abortion. The changes occurred across models from multiple companies even when users instructed the tools to preserve original wording.
washingtonpost.comai8 days ago
Broadcaster Updates AI Guidelines and Begins Staff Rollout
The organization will test AI tools to convert radio bulletins into digital articles and expand enterprise-wide access. Staff will receive training while editorial oversight remains in place.
news.sky.comai9 days ago
Bathroom Remodeling Firm Uses iPad Scans and AI Tools for Sales and Quotes
The Pennsylvania company generated $933 million in 2025 revenue and runs at a $1.15 billion pace while using proprietary AI systems. Founder W.J. Werzyn described a recent hallucination by the Claude model during a forecasting discussion.
focustaiwan.twai10 days ago
AI tools digitize traditional Chinese medicine production and diagnosis
A Tianjin project invests 180 million yuan to apply AI across herb processing and patient assessment. The effort seeks to cut energy use, raise consistency, and expand exports of customized remedies.
ai11 days ago
Microsoft to Spend $2.5 Billion on 6,000 Engineers Helping Customers Deploy AI
Microsoft announced a $2.5 billion investment in a new unit of 6,000 forward-deployed engineers to help customers achieve measurable outcomes from its AI tools. The move follows similar commitments by Amazon and other AI providers.
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theverge.comai12 days ago
Major Brands Revise Content Tactics as Consumers Turn to AI Search Tools
Marketers at Coach, American Eagle, Chime and other brands are adapting content and research tactics as consumers turn to AI tools like ChatGPT for product discovery. Insider reported on their approaches based on interviews with six chief marketing officers.
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theverge.comtechnology13 days ago
Senator Releases Draft Bill to Regulate AI Agents
A Virginia senator released a discussion draft that would create a federal registry of trusted AI agents and require them to act in users' best interest. The proposal aims to address privacy and security risks as autonomous AI tools expand in e-commerce and other sectors.
en.antaranews.comtechnology13 days ago
X Unveils Hosted MCP Server for AI API Access
X launched a hosted Model Context Protocol server on Monday that allows AI tools to connect to its API using user account permissions. The change simplifies integration previously handled by developers. TechCrunch reported the details.
deadline.comai15 days ago
Ford Rehires 350 Engineers to Improve AI Quality Systems After Mixed Results
Ford brought back 350 experienced engineers to address shortcomings in automated quality controls. The move follows disappointing results from AI tools and is expected to cut costs by $1 billion this year.
themarketherald.com.aubusiness15 days ago
AI-Generated Receipts Made Up 70.8 Percent of Fake Expense Claims Detected by Mid-May 2026
AppZen data shows AI tools now dominate fabrication of fake receipts submitted for corporate reimbursement. The shift has produced smaller but more numerous claims across hundreds of employees at large firms.
securityaffairs.cotechnology16 days ago
Margaret Atwood Says Anthropic’s Claude Gave Wrong Answer About Father Brown TV Series
The author of The Handmaid’s Tale used Anthropic’s Claude chatbot once to research the British series Father Brown. The query returned an incorrect answer, prompting criticism of reliance on AI tools.
ai18 days ago
RBC Survey Shows Corporate AI Budgets Rising With OpenAI Leading Use
A semiannual RBC Capital Markets poll of more than 100 chief information officers found every respondent allocating funds to AI projects. OpenAI tools topped usage and performance rankings while hybrid pricing models gained favor.
The Independentai19 days ago
Moonpig Reports AI Features Used in 31 Million Cards
The online cards and gifts company said creative AI tools appeared in 31 million greeting cards during the year ending April, twice the prior year's total. Overall revenue rose 8.6 percent to £284.5 million.
thedispatch.comworld19 days ago
Campaigns Increase Use of AI Tools in Political Advertising
Campaign staff are incorporating artificial intelligence into advertising production. Some view the technology as a way to expand messaging reach while others raise questions about its use.
The Vergetechnology19 days ago
Lawmaker says staff used AI only for spellcheck on defense bill summary
A member of Congress stated that staff used AI tools solely for grammar and spellcheck on an amendment summary for the 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. The response followed posts on X sharing screenshots of the summary that referenced an AI chatbot.
ai20 days ago
Google to Invest in A24 as Part of AI Research Partnership
Google will provide funding to independent film studio A24 under a new agreement focused on artificial intelligence research. The partnership will explore how AI tools can be applied to film production and distribution processes.
app.buzzsumo.comai20 days ago
Five Eyes Statement Addresses AI Models and Cybersecurity
The intelligence alliance of Britain, the United States, Australia, Canada and New Zealand issued a joint advisory on Monday. It urged governments and businesses to integrate AI tools and update defenses against faster, more complex attacks. Anthropic suspended access to two mode…
Semaforai20 days ago
Probook Raises $40 Million as Some Customers Cut Dispatch Staff
New York startup Probook secured $34 million in Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz and $6 million in seed funding led by Sequoia Capital. The company develops AI tools for scheduling and operations at HVAC, plumbing and electrical firms.
Science Newsai20 days ago
Five Eyes agencies say AI models exceed cybersecurity defenses
The intelligence alliance of Britain, the United States, Australia, Canada and New Zealand issued a joint advisory stating that frontier AI systems are advancing faster than current cyber defenses. The agencies urged organizations to integrate AI tools and update legacy systems.
New York Posttechnology21 days ago
Chinese AI models gain U.S. users as costs draw corporate limits
Several Chinese-developed AI systems rank among the most-used models on a major U.S. marketplace. American companies have begun restricting employee usage of high-cost AI tools while some firms explore lower-priced alternatives.
The Vergeai21 days agoUpdated
Google Invests About $75 Million in A24 for AI Movie Tools
Google DeepMind and A24 announced a research partnership to develop new AI tools for film production and distribution. Google is investing around $75 million in the studio as part of the multiyear, non-exclusive deal.
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theverge.comworld21 days ago
Google to Invest $75 Million in A24 for AI Movie Tools
Google will invest $75 million in independent studio A24 under a new research partnership. The companies plan to develop AI tools for film production and distribution.
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Semaforai21 days ago
UAE-Backed AI Firm AIQ Plans Sales Push into US Oil and Gas Sector
AIQ, a joint venture of ADNOC and Presight, plans to export its nearly 300 AI tools after six years of use at ADNOC. CEO Dennis Jol outlined priorities including the US during a June 19 event in Abu Dhabi. The move follows the UAE's $1.4 trillion US investment pledge.
abcnews.go.comai25 days ago
Defense Department reports AI tool use rose to 1.5 million personnel since December 2025
The U.S. Department of Defense said 1.5 million personnel now use commercial AI tools, up from 80,000 in December 2025. Adoption remains below 50 percent of the agency's 3.5 million employees.
coindesk.combusiness26 days ago
Coinbase Unveils Derivatives, Tokenized Stocks and AI Tools at New York Event
Coinbase presented new products in derivatives, tokenized assets, stablecoin payments, lending and artificial intelligence during its June 17 System Update event in New York.
news.sky.comai26 days ago
AI Tools Enter U.S. Hospitals Without FDA Approval
AI diagnostic tools outperformed physicians in one study released in April. Hospitals have deployed multiple generative AI products for clinicians even though none have received FDA clearance for medical use.
Forbesai27 days ago
AI Tools Reduce Costs for Starting and Running Businesses
AI tools help entrepreneurs lower expenses and speed up operations when starting and running businesses. Business owners report that costs have dropped while efficiency has increased.
Newsweektechnology27 days ago
Trump Orders Faster Access to Cyber AI Models for Partners While Revoking Public Release
President Trump signed an order this month to speed partner and agency access to advanced cyber AI tools. Anthropic and OpenAI granted restricted versions to select organizations while revoking broader public access.
cnet.comtechnology28 days ago
Meta Adds AI Mode to Facebook Search Using Public Posts
Meta introduced an AI Mode option in Facebook search that generates answers from publicly posted content across its platforms. The feature is part of a broader rollout of new AI tools on the company's apps.
Al Jazeeraai29 days ago
Big Tech plans $740 billion in AI spending while announcing over 118,000 layoffs
Companies announced a 69 percent jump in capital expenditures while cutting more than 118,000 jobs. Adoption of AI tools reached 18 percent of U.S. firms by the end of 2025.
world30 days ago
Retirees Increase Use of AI Tools and Online Platforms
Fifteen retired Americans described spending more time with chatbots, AI classes, and digital projects than with traditional leisure activities. Smartphone ownership among adults 50 and older rose from 55% in 2016 to 90% in 2025, while AI use nearly doubled from 18% to 30% betwee…
thehindu.comai30 days ago
Saudi Hospital to Present AI Tools at Amsterdam Healthcare Conference
KFSH, ranked 12th globally among academic medical centers, will present its human-centered AI systems at the Amsterdam conference opening June 15.
forbes.comfinance30 days ago
Samsung begins internal One UI 9 testing on Galaxy S25 and two A-series phones; stable version due first on upcoming foldables
Samsung is preparing One UI 9 for multiple Galaxy models ahead of the July launch of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Flip 8. The update brings new AI tools, accessibility options, and security features.
ai30 days ago
Hyatt CEO Says AI Sales Tools Save One Day Per Week and Increase Group Bookings Share
Mark Hoplamazian told attendees at Fortune Brainstorm Tech that AI tools have increased group-booking share while freeing sales staff time. The company processes more than 1.5 million RFPs annually.
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nationalobserver.compolitics31 days ago
Regulatory Costs Add $131,734 to Average U.S. Home Price
New data shows red tape now accounts for more than a quarter of home prices as cities test AI tools to speed permitting and weigh restrictions on data centers.
ai32 days ago
Synthesia HR leader says companies should track AI business impact over token use
Synthesia’s head of people said firms should measure AI by outcomes such as faster product delivery rather than raw token counts. The company still requires staff to use AI tools when appropriate but does not reward high usage volumes.
middleeasteye.netpolitics32 days ago
French Service Reports Israeli Firm BlackCore Suspected in Multiple Election Operations
France's disinformation detection service Viginum said Thursday that Israeli firm BlackCore is suspected of interfering in France's March local elections and operations in New York City, Scotland, Angola, and Togo. The service cited digital influence methods including fake accoun…
Forbesai32 days ago
Federal Judge Removes Attorneys From Both Sides After AI-Generated Citations Found in Filings
A federal judge removed attorneys from both sides of a lawsuit after discovering AI-generated legal citations in court filings. The action follows repeated instances of attorneys submitting documents containing fictitious case references produced by generative AI tools.
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SK hynix Reviews External AI Tools Including Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT
CEO Kwak Noh-jung said Thursday the company will introduce external generative AI in non-core areas while maintaining security safeguards. The move follows Samsung Electronics' announcement earlier this week.
TechCrunchai32 days ago
Anthropic and TCS Form Partnership to Deploy AI Models at Large Companies
TCS will form a dedicated unit to roll out Anthropic’s Claude models and will give the AI tools to more than 50,000 employees. The companies will target financial services, healthcare, telecom and aviation clients.
ai33 days ago
Army Tests AI Tools in Battlefield Exercise to Speed Data Processing
Soldiers evaluated new AI features during a training exercise that upgraded communications and vehicle-based command posts. The system is designed to handle large data volumes while keeping final decisions with human operators.
indiatoday.intoday.inbusiness33 days ago
SLB Signs Long-Term Contract With Venezuela’s PDVSA to Modernize Oil Industry After U.S. Effective Takeover
SLB will supply technology and AI tools to reverse production declines. Venezuela’s May exports reached a seven-year high of 1.25 million barrels per day.
The Independentai33 days ago
UK to Spend £20m Expanding AI Chest X-Ray Tools to All NHS Trusts by 2029
The Department of Health will fund wider use of AI tools that have already shortened chest X-ray reporting from eight days to four. An £8 million pilot will test the technology for heart failure, strokes and lung cancer at 13 NHS sites.
ai33 days ago
Thoma Bravo Founder Says AI Reduces Late-Night Requests to Junior Staff
Orlando Bravo stated that AI tools now handle tasks previously assigned to junior employees at his firm. He said the change has prompted plans to hire more associates for the first time in his career.
Semaforworld33 days ago
Brussels Orders Meta to Allow Third-Party AI Assistants on WhatsApp
The EU directed Meta to lift its block on rival AI tools in WhatsApp on June 10, 2026, citing dominance concerns. The move follows prior antitrust actions against Google and Apple.
thehackersparadise.combusiness34 days ago
AI Delivers Major Individual Productivity Gains and Rising U.S. Labor Productivity, But Company-Wide and Aggregate Impacts Remain Limited So Far
Business Insider reported that some engineers complete work faster with AI tools, yet surveys and earnings data show limited effects on overall productivity so far.
technology34 days ago
Companies impose spending caps on AI tools after price increases
Firms including Coinbase and Walmart have introduced usage limits and weekly price caps on AI tools following billing changes by OpenAI, Anthropic, and GitHub. Executives report that token-based pricing has raised costs and prompted tighter internal controls.
flipboard.comai34 days ago
Hyatt AI Tools Cut One Day per Week From Sales RFP Work, Boost Group Booking Market Share
Hyatt CEO Mark Hoplamazian said AI tools cut RFP work by a full day each week and raised the hotel chain’s share of group business. The company processes more than 1.5 million corporate requests for proposals annually.