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11 hours ago

Apple Proves AI Doesn't Matter

Apple's iPhone sales surged, with revenue rising 17% to $111.2 billion, but AI's role in this growth was understated.

fromIrish Independent

Tim Cook stepping down as Apple CEO with insider John Ternus named his replacement

Ternus is tasked with integrating AI into Apple products while revitalizing Mac sales amid rising competition and leadership transition.

11 hours ago

Apple Proves AI Doesn't Matter

Apple's iPhone sales surged, with revenue rising 17% to $111.2 billion, but AI's role in this growth was understated.

fromIrish Independent

Tim Cook stepping down as Apple CEO with insider John Ternus named his replacement

Ternus is tasked with integrating AI into Apple products while revitalizing Mac sales amid rising competition and leadership transition.

more#apple

12 hours ago

First big Microsoft update after vow to 'win back fans'

This update improves the reliability of relevant explorer.exe processes so they stop after closing File Explorer windows. General Reliability fixes bring underlying changes to help improve explorer.exe reliability, including at sign-in and when interacting with taskbar menus.

Tech industry

13 hours ago

Thoughtful AI Implementation for UXR Leaders

AI should support, not replace, research quality in the integration of AI into research practices.

Startup companies

14 hours ago

Twilio stock soared to its highest level in 4 years. Its CEO shares how AI helped the company turn things around.

Twilio's stock surged after strong earnings, driven by AI integration and cost management under new CEO Khozema Shipchandler.

Web development

Mozilla pushes back against Google's Prompt API

Mozilla opposes Google's Prompt API due to concerns about web interoperability and neutrality.

Zed team releases version 1.0 of Rust-built editor

Zed editor 1.0, developed in Rust, offers new features and improved performance, but has fewer extensions compared to VS Code.

fromAlleyWatch

Thoughtly Raises $5.5M to Close the Lead Coverage Gap with AI-Powered CRM Agents

Thoughtly enhances CRM capabilities by integrating AI to improve lead follow-up and engagement in high-velocity industries.

#generative-ai

Artificial intelligence

After the illusion: what enterprise AI must become

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.

After the illusion: what enterprise AI must become

Large language models fail in enterprise settings due to improper integration as tools rather than as systems.

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.

All these smart glasses and nothing to do

Smart glasses promise enhanced life experiences but currently fail to deliver on their potential.

fromAdExchanger

Zefr Builds A New Front Door For YouTube Buys | AdExchanger

Zefr's Zain hub connects AI agents to advertiser data, enabling natural language campaign setup across platforms like YouTube and Meta.

Microsoft boss says company is working to 'win back fans'

Microsoft aims to regain customer trust due to dissatisfaction with Windows quality and stability.

fromDevOps.com

Microsoft Turns to Anthropic's Mythos to Improve Cyber Defense

Microsoft integrates Anthropic's AI models into its Security Development Lifecycle to enhance code analysis and vulnerability detection.

fromComputerworld

Agent Mode is now available in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft enhances Copilot in Office apps to improve efficiency and speed up productivity.

fromThe Verge

Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-like AI bots for 365 Copilot

Microsoft is integrating OpenClaw features into 365 Copilot for autonomous task completion.

Tech industry

Microsoft boss says company is working to 'win back fans'

Microsoft aims to regain customer trust due to dissatisfaction with Windows quality and stability.

fromDevOps.com

Microsoft Turns to Anthropic's Mythos to Improve Cyber Defense

Microsoft integrates Anthropic's AI models into its Security Development Lifecycle to enhance code analysis and vulnerability detection.

fromComputerworld

Agent Mode is now available in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft enhances Copilot in Office apps to improve efficiency and speed up productivity.

fromThe Verge

Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-like AI bots for 365 Copilot

Microsoft is integrating OpenClaw features into 365 Copilot for autonomous task completion.

more#microsoft

fromTearsheet

How agentic commerce is making execution, intent, and credit actionable inside payments - Tearsheet

Agentic commerce is minimizing the distance between execution, intent, and credit within payments. Functions that once operated in separate layers of the stack are becoming more connected and responsive to one another.

E-Commerce

fromInfoQ

DBmaestro MCP Server Puts Natural Language in Control of Database Pipelines

DBmaestro's MCP server enables natural language commands for database DevOps, enhancing automation while maintaining compliance and security.

Information security

fromwww.theguardian.com

Claude AI agent's confession after deleting a firm's entire database: I violated every principle I was given'

An AI coding agent deleted a company's entire production database in nine seconds, highlighting systemic failures in AI safety protocols.

Startup companies

Meet Shapes, the app bringing humans and AI into the same group chats | TechCrunch

Shapes app integrates AI characters into group chats, enhancing social interaction and addressing AI Psychosis concerns.

10 UI patterns that won't survive the AI shift

AI is replacing traditional UX patterns that assume human involvement in tasks.

fromSmashing Magazine

The UX Designer's Nightmare: When "Production-Ready" Becomes A Design Deliverable - Smashing Magazine

The role of UX designers is evolving to include technical skills due to AI integration, impacting user experience and design responsibilities.

10 UI patterns that won't survive the AI shift

AI is replacing traditional UX patterns that assume human involvement in tasks.

fromSmashing Magazine

The UX Designer's Nightmare: When "Production-Ready" Becomes A Design Deliverable - Smashing Magazine

The role of UX designers is evolving to include technical skills due to AI integration, impacting user experience and design responsibilities.

more#ux-design

Privacy professionals

AI clause in new SAP API policy provokes lock-in concern

SAP restricts API use for AI integration, limiting third-party access to customer data.

AWS and OpenAI expand partnership following end of Microsoft's exclusivity

Amazon Web Services and OpenAI have integrated advanced AI models into AWS, targeting large organizations for secure and scalable AI deployment.

AI delivers productivity, but value remains elusive

Only one in six organizations is realizing measurable value from AI investments despite broad adoption of the technology.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Why AI agents are triggering a rethink of enterprise identity | Computer Weekly

Integrating AI securely into enterprise systems requires continuous identity evaluation to limit risks and enhance security controls.

SAS Viya brings data infrastructure and agentic AI closer to each other

SAS announced major expansions to the Viya platform, enhancing data management and AI integration for improved analytics and governance.

Canonical's approach to AI is refreshingly thoughtful - Microsoft should take note

Canonical integrates AI into Ubuntu with a focus on open-source principles and user control, unlike Microsoft's approach.

#productivity

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

DevOps

How we Build with AI

UX design

Three Buttons, Infinite Functions: Inside the Agentic AI Keypad That Adapts To Your Workflow - Yanko Design

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says 75% of the company's code is AI-generated

Google's push for AI integration has led to 75% of new code being AI-generated, significantly enhancing productivity.

fromGreaterwrong

My picture of the present in AI

AI companies are experiencing significant productivity increases through the integration of advanced AI tools, achieving a speed-up of around 1.6x.

Careers

in 3 months

Knowing About AI Isn't Enough. Here's How to Actually Use It.

Integrating AI into daily work significantly enhances productivity and career advancement.

How we Build with AI

HubSpot leveraged AI to enhance product development and customer value, achieving significant productivity gains and widespread adoption among engineers.

fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News

Three Buttons, Infinite Functions: Inside the Agentic AI Keypad That Adapts To Your Workflow - Yanko Design

Dune simplifies digital workflows with three adaptive keys that change functions based on the active application, enhancing productivity and reducing friction.

Google CEO Sundar Pichai says 75% of the company's code is AI-generated

Google's push for AI integration has led to 75% of new code being AI-generated, significantly enhancing productivity.

fromGreaterwrong

My picture of the present in AI

AI companies are experiencing significant productivity increases through the integration of advanced AI tools, achieving a speed-up of around 1.6x.

Careers

in 3 months

Knowing About AI Isn't Enough. Here's How to Actually Use It.

Integrating AI into daily work significantly enhances productivity and career advancement.

more#productivity

Appian Brings Serious AI to the workplace

Appian World 2026 emphasizes integrating AI into core processes rather than using it as a standalone tool.

Data science

Otter wants AI agents to mine your meetings for institutional knowledge

Otter enhances its transcription tool with AI features to integrate meeting knowledge with other software for better accessibility and insight retrieval.

fromGitHub

GitHub - fecarrico/A11Y.md: A context system for building accessible software by default - for developers and AI, with enforceable rules aligned to WCAG.

A11Y.md is an accessibility validation protocol ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.2 AA and ADA standards in software development.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Operationalizing AI: From Passenger Experience to Orbital Logistics

AI is being integrated into operational systems, transforming interactions in physical environments like in-flight services and digital avatars.

What marketers need to know from Google Cloud Next '26 | MarTech

Google Cloud's conference showcased new AI capabilities and partnerships, focusing on integrating Gemini AI into existing tools rather than launching a marketing cloud.

Google updates Workspace to make AI your new office intern | TechCrunch

Google Cloud Next introduced AI-driven updates to Workspace, enhancing productivity through automation in tasks like email drafting and Google Sheets organization.

What marketers need to know from Google Cloud Next '26 | MarTech

Google Cloud's conference showcased new AI capabilities and partnerships, focusing on integrating Gemini AI into existing tools rather than launching a marketing cloud.

Google updates Workspace to make AI your new office intern | TechCrunch

Google Cloud Next introduced AI-driven updates to Workspace, enhancing productivity through automation in tasks like email drafting and Google Sheets organization.

more#google-cloud

fromFuturism

5 days ago

America Trembles as Transportation Secretary Announces Plans for Air Traffic Controllers to Lean on AI Tools

The Trump Administration is integrating AI into air traffic management to improve scheduling and reduce delays.

fromSilicon Canals

5 days ago

I lost my job to AI (but not in the way that you think) - Silicon Canals

AI integration led to unexpected job losses due to ripple effects, not just direct replacements.

6 days ago

I'm a Gen Z Microsoft engineer. AI doesn't always save me time, but it's still made my job easier.

Software engineering roles have evolved, with AI tools now assisting in coding and system design.

How to Evaluate AI Tools Without Being a Data Scientist

Many organizations struggle to integrate AI effectively, with only 25% having done so despite plans for increased spending.

Information security

Agentic AI is reshaping the network - and it's time to upgrade

Wireless connectivity is essential for AI, transforming industries and requiring strategic management to address complexity and security risks.

#claude-ai

Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails

Anthropic expands Claude AI's capabilities by integrating with various third-party services for enhanced personal task execution.

It's no longer free to use Claude through third-party tools like OpenClaw

Anthropic will charge third-party apps for using Claude AI, requiring a usage bundle or API key starting April 4.

Claude can now connect to lifestyle apps like Spotify, Instacart and AllTrails

Anthropic expands Claude AI's capabilities by integrating with various third-party services for enhanced personal task execution.

It's no longer free to use Claude through third-party tools like OpenClaw

Anthropic will charge third-party apps for using Claude AI, requiring a usage bundle or API key starting April 4.

Bret Taylor's Sierra buys YC-backed AI startup Fragment | TechCrunch

Sierra acquired French startup Fragment to enhance AI integration in workflows, marking its third public acquisition.

#marketing-technology

fromWWD

Marketing tech

SAP and Google Cloud Join Forces to Revolutionize AI-Driven Marketing

SAP SE and Google Cloud are integrating AI agents to enhance marketing strategies through unified data access and multi-agent orchestration.

Before you buy another AI tool, ask these 5 questions | MarTech

Marketing teams face challenges in integrating AI tools effectively despite high adoption rates.

fromWWD

SAP and Google Cloud Join Forces to Revolutionize AI-Driven Marketing

SAP SE and Google Cloud are integrating AI agents to enhance marketing strategies through unified data access and multi-agent orchestration.

more#marketing-technology

Before you buy another AI tool, ask these 5 questions | MarTech

Marketing teams face challenges in integrating AI tools effectively despite high adoption rates.

London startup

fromBusiness Matters

Simply Business becomes first UK broker to put small business cover inside ChatGPT

Simply Business enables UK small businesses to generate insurance quotes via ChatGPT, streamlining the process with just four input details.

Business intelligence

Workday, Rippling, Slack lflunk data access test: Fivetran

Workday, Rippling, and Slack perform poorly in enterprise data movement, impacting analytics and AI integration.

OpenAI teams up with Infosys to bring AI tools to more businesses | TechCrunch

OpenAI partners with Infosys to integrate AI tools into its Topaz platform for software development and automation.

NYC startup

fromFortune

At $5 billion startup Checkr new employees build an app using AI during onboarding-even the new CFO | Fortune

Checkr's new CFO, Tim Yarbrough, emphasizes AI integration in finance and employee onboarding, aiming to expand the company's multi-product data platform.

AI + human ingenuity: Where creative and technical teams meet | MarTech

Balancing AI adoption with maintaining a human brand identity is crucial for successful marketing.

fromNew Relic

A Billion Dollars Transacted: Built for What's Next

Efficiency gains from observability allow teams to focus on strategic work and accelerate feature development.

Ordering with the Starbucks ChatGPT app was a true coffee nightmare

Ordering coffee through the new Starbucks ChatGPT integration is complicated compared to using the app.

Coffee

Starbucks' ChatGPT experiment could quietly reshape how people order coffee

Coffee

fromThe Verge

Ordering with the Starbucks ChatGPT app was a true coffee nightmare

Ordering coffee through the new Starbucks ChatGPT integration is complicated compared to using the app.

Coffee

Starbucks' ChatGPT experiment could quietly reshape how people order coffee

ChatGPT integration allows users to receive personalized Starbucks drink suggestions based on mood and cravings starting April 15.

Mobile UX

Google rolls out Gemini in Chrome in seven new countries | TechCrunch

Digital life

I tested Gemini on Android Auto and now I can't stop talking to it: 5 tasks it nails

Gemini is now integrated into Android Auto, providing answers to both simple and complex queries effectively.

Mobile UX

Google rolls out Gemini in Chrome in seven new countries | TechCrunch

Digital life

I tested Gemini on Android Auto and now I can't stop talking to it: 5 tasks it nails

Gemini is now integrated into Android Auto, providing answers to both simple and complex queries effectively.

CEO Melanie Perkins explains Canva's big pivot to AI

Canva is evolving from a design platform with AI tools to an AI platform with design tools.

fromModern Retail

Modern Retail+ Research: Expectations around AI are straining brand-agency relationships

Agencies in 2026 face challenges from reduced client budgets and AI integration, with expectations for increased spending in 2027.

fromEntrepreneur

The Future of Work Isn't AI - It's How Leaders Make AI Humane

Leaders must integrate AI while honoring human experiences and maintaining quality standards in the workplace.

Reclaiming the power of the story - fueled by data and AI | MarTech

Marketing teams can enhance storytelling and authenticity by integrating AI without sacrificing human connection.

fromComputerWeekly.com

Welcome to agentic AI. Welcome to per-agent licensing | Computer Weekly

AI monetization remains a challenge despite high public awareness and competition among major tech players.

fromExchangewire

The Stack: Advertising's Next Phase - ExchangeWire.com

Advertising, streaming, and regulation are converging as platforms focus on monetization amid increasing scrutiny and evolving industry standards.

fromArs Technica

Microsoft and Stellantis want to use AI to help car owners

Stellantis is integrating AI across its operations to enhance product development, customer features, and cybersecurity while reducing data center footprint.

The AI layoff playbook is here

Tech firms are laying off employees to adapt to AI, emphasizing efficiency and a new way of working.

Web development

Opera adds Browser Connector for integrating AI chatbots

Opera introduces Browser Connector, allowing integration of ChatGPT or Claude for enhanced browsing with AI assistance.

Business intelligence

fromTechRepublic

SS&C Intralinks DealCentre AI vs. Datasite: Which platform is built for the future of dealmaking?

Modern deal platforms now support entire deal lifecycles, integrating AI to enhance workflows and decision-making beyond traditional virtual data rooms.

fromwww.housingwire.com

Side adds AI tools to Side App for real estate agents

Side has integrated AI tools into its app to automate document checks and enhance efficiency for real estate agents.

Bootstrapping

fromEntrepreneur

Don't Manage Every Task Manually - Here's How You Can Use AI to Outdo Your Competitors in Half the Time

Integrating AI sustainably and ethically is essential for founders as their startups grow to manage tasks effectively.

Information security

fromSecurityWeek

fromwww.socialmediatoday.com

Exploited Vulnerability Exposes Nginx Servers to Hacking

A critical vulnerability in Nginx UI allows attackers to take full control of servers, affecting numerous deployments worldwide.

London startup

fromApp Developer Magazine

Meta announces date for 2026 Conversations event

Meta's 2026 Conversations conference will focus on innovations in messaging and AI integration for business.

Video games

Ludo.ai Unveils API and MCP Beta to Power AI Game Asset Pipelines

Ludo.ai's new API and Model Context Protocol streamline game asset creation, enhancing workflow efficiency for developers and studios.

How ServiceNow gets customers to gorge at the AI trough

ServiceNow integrates AI into its offerings, providing tiered pricing based on AI capabilities for customers.

ServiceNow makes its entire portfolio AI-native for every customer

ServiceNow is integrating AI into its entire product portfolio, eliminating separate AI licenses and introducing the Context Engine for enhanced decision-making.

How ServiceNow gets customers to gorge at the AI trough

ServiceNow integrates AI into its offerings, providing tiered pricing based on AI capabilities for customers.

ServiceNow makes its entire portfolio AI-native for every customer

ServiceNow is integrating AI into its entire product portfolio, eliminating separate AI licenses and introducing the Context Engine for enhanced decision-making.

Microsoft is working on yet another OpenClaw-like agent | TechCrunch

Microsoft is testing OpenClaw-like features for its Microsoft 365 Copilot tool aimed at enterprise customers with enhanced security controls.

How to de-Gemini your Google apps

To turn Gemini off, you will need to disable two separate sets of options. The first set covers a set of features, including smart compose, that are shared across Gmail, Chat and Meet.

Digital life

fromTNW | Anthropic

Anthropic brings Claude into Microsoft Word, and legal contract review leads its use cases

Anthropic's Claude add-in for Microsoft Word enhances document editing with AI-generated tracked changes, focusing on legal contract review and professional document management.

Google Search Generates $615 Million Every. Single. Day. Is Alphabet the Must-Buy Stock?

Alphabet generated $224.5 billion in Google Search revenue in fiscal 2025, marking a significant milestone of over $400 billion in annual revenue.

UiPath (PATH) Trades 25% Below Analyst Targets After 36% Year-to-Date Slide

UiPath's stock trades at $10.39, with analysts projecting a 33% upside to an average target of $13.80.

fromArs Technica

What leaked "SteamGPT" files could mean for the PC gaming platform's use of AI

Valve is integrating AI tools, named SteamGPT, to enhance internal evaluations of in-game incidents and analyze suspicious accounts.

Citi Downgrades Autodesk to Neutral With a $246 Target: Is the Design Software Giant Running Out of Momentum?

Citi downgraded Autodesk stock from Buy to Neutral, citing a lack of near-term catalysts amid macro uncertainty.

Broadcom combines AI and automation in Automic V26

Broadcom's Automic Automation V26 integrates AI into business processes while emphasizing control and governance to mitigate risks associated with unpredictability.

fromMitchell Hashimoto

Software development

The Building Block Economy

Building blocks for software development prioritize quantity over quality, enabling massive adoption and growth in user engagement.

Samsung S95H vs. Samsung S95F: I compared both OLED TVs, and there's a surprise winner

Samsung's 2026 OLED models enhance picture quality and sound, competing strongly with Sony and LG in the home theater market.

I use ChatGPT's new Tubi app to find free movies and TV shows to watch - here's how

Tubi TV integrates with ChatGPT, allowing users to find shows and movies easily.

AAIF's MCP Dev Summit: Gateways, gRPC, and Observability Signal Protocol Hardening

MCP Dev Summit 2026 showcased the protocol's readiness for enterprise-scale production with significant advancements and commitments from major companies like Amazon.

MCP is Dead

MCP is an open-source standard for connecting AI models with external data sources, but it has five critical usability problems.

fromInfoQ

AAIF's MCP Dev Summit: Gateways, gRPC, and Observability Signal Protocol Hardening

MCP Dev Summit 2026 showcased the protocol's readiness for enterprise-scale production with significant advancements and commitments from major companies like Amazon.

MCP is Dead

MCP is an open-source standard for connecting AI models with external data sources, but it has five critical usability problems.

more#mcp

fromwww.nytimes.com

2 months ago

A.I. Is Giving You a Personalized Internet, but You Have No Say in It

Google and Meta are implementing AI tools without user consent, leading to a personalized internet experience with limited user control.

Tubi is the first streamer to launch a native app within ChatGPT | TechCrunch

Tubi launches a native app within ChatGPT for easier access to its library of over 300,000 movies and TV episodes.

fromEntrepreneur

Your Employees Are Using AI Whether You Know It or Not

Creating an AI-driven culture is essential for maximizing employee engagement and productivity with AI tools.

Is Adobe bringing AI-driven automation to Marketo? | MarTech

A new MCP server for Adobe Marketo Engage is expected to be announced at Adobe Summit, enhancing AI integration for marketing operations.

Venture

fromTNW | Anthropic

Anthropic in talks to invest $200m in private equity venture to push Claude into enterprise

Anthropic is negotiating a joint venture to integrate its Claude models into private equity portfolio companies, investing $200m and potentially raising $1bn.

LG G6 vs. Samsung S95H: I compared the best OLED TVs of 2026 and made a tough choice

LG G6 OLED offers stylish design, superior sports viewing features, and extensive AI integration, making it a strong choice for discerning consumers.

Business intelligence

fromTelecompetitor

Wireless investments spur growth, faster ROI: Cisco report

Organizations prioritizing wireless achieve significantly higher business value than those that don't.

Video games

fromKotaku

Fortnite's AI-Inspired Skins Immediately Become Worst-Ranked

Fortnite's new AI-inspired skins, particularly Ballerina Cappuccina, have quickly become the most disliked among players.

Tech industry

Goodbye, middle managers. Hello, 'player-coaches' and 'org leads.'

Meta and Block are redefining managerial roles to embrace AI, with Meta introducing 'org leads' and Block using 'player-coaches'.

Data science

Datadog launches Experiments for A/B testing in observability

Datadog Experiments integrates A/B testing and product analytics into a single platform, addressing fragmentation in product development tools.

Wearables

fromGadgets 360