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Parenting
fromFast Company
5 hours ago

Parents: A valuable source of AI intelligence

AI-assisted parenting tools are being developed by parents who understand the real challenges of childcare.
Digital life
fromTechRepublic
2 hours ago

Google Vids Just Got a Major AI Upgrade - Here's What's New

Google Vids enables intuitive video creation using AI, allowing users to direct avatars and publish content quickly with simple text prompts.
Marketing
fromInc
9 hours 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.
fromFast Company
11 hours 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
Paris food
fromFast Company
1 day ago

How Disney Imagineers are using AI and robotics to reshape the company's theme parks

Disney Adventure World in Paris showcases advanced technology with its new attractions, including a robotic Olaf and a spectacular nighttime show.
#artificial-intelligence
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago
Education

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

Education
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Pupils in England are losing their thinking skills because of AI, survey suggests

Pupils using AI are losing critical thinking skills, with teachers expressing concerns over reliance on technology for learning.
Education
fromBusiness Matters
5 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.
Media industry
fromwww.businessinsider.com
22 hours ago

Get ready for a wave of TBPN clones after its blockbuster OpenAI deal

OpenAI acquired the livestream talk-show startup TBPN, highlighting its significant influence on the tech industry and the rise of similar shows.
fromThe Atlantic
2 days ago

Today's Atlantic Trivia: Video Games

Nintendo was founded in 1889, the same year the Eiffel Tower opened in Paris, starting as a manufacturer of Japanese playing cards.
Games
fromEngadget
23 hours ago

VR game Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City launches on April 30

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Empire City will be released on April 30 for the Meta Quest, Steam VR and Pico, retailing for $25.
Video games
Software development
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Cursor Launches a New AI Agent Experience to Take on Claude Code and Codex

Cursor 3 enables users to deploy AI coding agents for task completion, marking a shift in developer workflows.
Medicine
fromFast Company
1 day ago

The AI drug revolution is real but the hype around it isn't

AI may revolutionize drug discovery, but it cannot simplify the complexities of human biology or guarantee successful treatments.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
1 day ago

A Soaring AI Standout Is Eyeing a 2026 U.S. Listing. Its Next Act Could Be Bigger

International stocks, particularly in South Korea, have outperformed U.S. markets, with SK Hynix leading the charge in memory chip innovation.
Gadgets
fromEngadget
2 days ago

Robosen Soundwave review: A childhood dream made real

Robosen's latest Soundwave model impressively combines design accuracy with auto-conversion features, appealing to nostalgic fans of the Transformers franchise.
#ai
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Nobody Carries AI's Thinking With Affection

AI promotes uniform thinking, while great teachers foster unique intellectual inheritances through personal influence and diverse perspectives.
Software development
fromInfoQ
3 days ago

Agentic AI Patterns Reinforce Engineering Discipline

Agentic AI patterns enhance engineering discipline and adapt established practices for AI-assisted software development.
Science
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The paradox at the heart of AI progress

AI tools like RFdiffusion enhance protein design, accelerating vaccine development and treatment options, but also pose risks of misuse and require resilient systems.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Nobody Carries AI's Thinking With Affection

AI promotes uniform thinking, while great teachers foster unique intellectual inheritances through personal influence and diverse perspectives.
Typography
fromMedium
1 day ago

AI is rewriting the rules. Language is following.

The word 'delve' has surged in usage due to AI's influence on language and communication patterns.
Software development
fromInfoQ
3 days ago

Agentic AI Patterns Reinforce Engineering Discipline

Agentic AI patterns enhance engineering discipline and adapt established practices for AI-assisted software development.
Science
fromBig Think
3 days ago

The paradox at the heart of AI progress

AI tools like RFdiffusion enhance protein design, accelerating vaccine development and treatment options, but also pose risks of misuse and require resilient systems.
Wearables
fromTechCrunch
2 days ago

Nothing's AI devices plan reportedly contains smart glasses and earbuds | TechCrunch

Nothing is set to release smart glasses next year, featuring AI capabilities and a multi-device strategy beyond smartphones.
NYC startup
fromInfoQ
1 day ago

Directing a Swarm of Agents for Fun and Profit

Netflix pioneered enterprise cloud usage, transitioning from credit card instances to formal AWS licensing.
Venture
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

AI was supposed to be the great equaliser - instead it produced the most concentrated investment cycle in VC history - Silicon Canals

The AI boom has concentrated global venture funding in the U.S., reversing years of diversification in tech investment.
fromTNW | Data-Security
2 days ago

Hasbro hacked: Peppa Pig & Transformers owner warns of weeks of disruption

Hasbro disclosed unauthorized access to its systems, an intrusion first detected on 28 March that has since forced the company to take parts of its infrastructure offline and warn that product deliveries could be delayed for weeks.
London startup
Writing
fromDefector
2 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.
Growth hacking
fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Tech creators are getting the star treatment at a new talent management firm

Tech creators are being prioritized by brands, with new management firms like Kernel Management emerging to support their growth and partnerships.
Science
fromInverse
8 hours 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.
Digital life
fromFast Company
11 hours ago

China's insane video AI model is now available in the U.S. Here's how to use it

Seedance 2.0 is a generative video AI model that creates high-definition videos, available through the Higgsfield platform.
fromEngadget
22 hours ago

Sony's gaming division just bought an AI startup that turns photos into 3D volumes

Following the acquisition, the Cinemersive Labs team will join SIE's Visual Computing Group (VCG) and contribute to our broader efforts in advancing state of the art visual computing within games. This includes applying machine learning to enhance gameplay visuals, improve rendering techniques, and unlock new levels of visual fidelity for players.
Marketing tech
#openai
Education
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

Personalized Learning: How New Tech Assists With Student-First Awareness

The shift to personalized learning emphasizes student-first awareness, leveraging technology to address individual needs and reduce cognitive overload.
Parenting
fromKotaku
2 days ago

8 Things To Never Say To An Adult Lego Fan - Kotaku

Adult fans of Lego, known as AFOLs, significantly contribute to Lego's success, driven by nostalgia and disposable income.
Games
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Why is gaming becoming so expensive? The answer is found in AI

PlayStation 5 prices have risen significantly due to increased demand for computing power driven by AI, alongside global economic disruptions.
Business intelligence
fromeLearning Industry
2 days ago

How Many AI Tools Are There? A Data-Backed Look At The Expanding AI Landscape

The AI tools ecosystem is rapidly expanding, with thousands of tools available across various categories, creating both opportunities and complexities for businesses.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
2 days ago

Nothing Could Launch AI Smart Glasses, New Earbuds in Expansion Push

Nothing is developing AI-powered smart glasses and earbuds, focusing on personalized experiences rather than full augmented reality capabilities.
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.
Marketing tech
fromMarTech
1 day ago

As AI does more of the work, are we building the right leaders? | MarTech

AI is transforming marketing analysis but may obscure foundational issues that affect decision-making.
Venture
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Amazon just bought a startup making kid-size humanoid robots | TechCrunch

Amazon has acquired Fauna Robotics, a startup developing kid-size humanoid robots, to enhance its robotics capabilities.
Online learning
fromeLearning Industry
3 days ago

Learning Mindset For Instructional Designers: How To Build It In The Age Of AI

A learning mindset emphasizes adaptability, continuous learning, and the ability to unlearn and relearn in rapidly changing environments.
#ai-models
Artificial intelligence
fromTNW | Apps
1 hour 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
1 hour 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.
Privacy professionals
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Children's Toys Are Shipping With Adult AI Inside Them

Leading AI companies conduct minimal vetting of developers accessing their models, allowing child-unsafe AI products to reach market despite known risks.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechRepublic
7 hours ago

AI Breakthroughs, Security Breaches, and Industry Shakeups Define the Week in Tech - TechRepublic

Tech industry faces rapid AI advancements alongside significant security vulnerabilities and human costs.
Parenting
fromwww.bbc.com
3 weeks ago

AI toys for young children need tighter rules, researchers warn

Researchers call for stricter regulation of AI-powered toys for toddlers after finding they frequently misunderstand children, respond inappropriately to emotions, and may confuse early social development.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
11 hours ago

Is AI addiction a thing?

Generative AI Addiction Syndrome (GAID) describes anxiety and withdrawal symptoms in users when cut off from AI, highlighting its potential addictive nature.
#ai-ethics
Artificial intelligence
fromSilicon Canals
1 day ago

The $50 AI revolution: Why smaller models built for sovereignty may matter more than the trillion-dollar arms race - Silicon Canals

Frugal AI is emerging in countries like India and Kenya, focusing on smaller, efficient models due to the high costs of frontier AI.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechCrunch
1 day ago

Microsoft takes on AI rivals with three new foundational models | TechCrunch

Microsoft AI released three foundational AI models for text, voice, and image generation, emphasizing human-centered design and competitive pricing.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Microsoft shivs OpenAI with new AI models for speech, images

Microsoft launched public preview versions of machine learning models for speech recognition, speech synthesis, and image generation, competing directly with OpenAI.
Artificial intelligence
fromMedium
3 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.
#lego-smart-play
#ai-education
fromEngadget
2 months ago
Education

Lego's latest educational kit seeks to teach AI as part of computer science, not to build a chatbot

fromEngadget
2 months ago
Education

Lego's latest educational kit seeks to teach AI as part of computer science, not to build a chatbot

fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Just 40 Toys That'll Have Your Kids Completely Entranced (And, Hopefully, Out Of Your Hair)

As a parent myself, I know what I'm mostly looking for when buying another toy is that it'll ACTUALLY keep my kids engaged long enough to bring a sliver of peace to my home (a tough task, to say the least!). From Magna-Tiles and the new Toniebox 2 to colorful sensory tubes and a LeapFrog Touch and Learn eReader, my kids have tried out enough of these items to lead you in the right shopping direction!
Parenting
#lego-smart-bricks
#lego-smart-brick
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Are AI toys safe? Companion products debut at CES 2026 amid speculation on child impact

"There have been toys like that on the market for years, but they've been very not very interesting from a sophistication standpoint- they didn't evolve with the person and the AI capability lets you mature, lets the pet mature with you," Vena said.
Gadgets
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