AI stethoscope spots hidden heart problems
Researchers at Imperial College London have published a study on the use of an AI stethoscope capable of detecting serious heart conditions in just a few seconds—achieving far higher rates of early diagnoses compared to traditional tools. The study included more than 12,000 patients across 200 medical practices. Results showed that the detection rate for […]
Pentagon gives $200M contracts to OpenAI, xAI
The Pentagon has announced it is going full speed ahead in the development of defense AI technology, awarding contracts worth up to $200 million to four of the industry’s biggest players: Anthropic, Google, OpenAI, and xAI. According to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), the goal of these contracts is to accelerate the deployment of […]
YouTube cracks down on AI videos
As generative algorithms continue to produce endless streams of cheap, mass-generated videos, YouTube is preparing to completely overhaul its monetization rules to counter the flood of inauthentic content. Starting July 15, the platform will introduce stricter criteria defining what counts as “authentic content” and limit monetization for channels that publish repetitive or generic clips at […]
Alibaba unveils its own smart glasses
Chinese tech giant Alibaba has unveiled its first smart glasses, called Quark AI Glasses, which are set to launch in China by the end of 2025. With this move, the company is making its ambition clear to challenge rivals like Meta in the fast-growing race to dominate the AI wearables market. The glasses are powered […]
Github’s CEO quits, Microsoft takes over
GitHub is undergoing a major shift following the announcement that CEO Thomas Dohmke is stepping down after four years of leadership. At the same time, parent company Microsoft revealed that GitHub will be integrated into its CoreAI engineering team, marking the end of GitHub’s status as an independent platform. Dohmke’s resignation came as a surprise […]
HTC debuts Meta-like smart glasses
Taiwanese tech giant HTC has launched Vive Eagle, its first pair of AI-powered smart glasses. The device was unveiled in Taipei and resembles Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses in design, with a focus on elegance and everyday practicality. Vive Eagle comes in a lightweight frame weighing only 49 grams, featuring modern transparent finishes and a design […]
OpenAI’s AI jobs platform, certification program
OpenAI’s Director of Applications, Fidji Simo, announced the launch of the OpenAI Jobs Platform, designed to connect companies with workers who possess AI skills, alongside a new certification program in AI literacy. The platform will allow employers to find candidates skilled in using AI tools, with special programs tailored for small businesses and local governments […]