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OTTAWA — Age restrictions on using social media accounts and AI chatbots are among the topics up for debate when Liberal party grassroots gather next month...

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — A federal judge weighing the merits of the Pentagon’s designation of rising Silicon Valley star Anthropic as a security threat repeatedly questioned the government’s reasons for vilifying the company following a dispute over how

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(MENAFN - The Conversation) Australia is facing a wave of misinformation and disinformation on climate change and energy. This is being fuelled by the growth in artificial intelligence and allowed ...

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Thailand’s Amity, which builds and integrates generative AI technology for businesses, raised $100 million as it gears up for a stock-market debut and accelerates its product rollout.

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Tech-forward defense companies Anduril Industries and Palantir Technologies are reportedly joining forces to develop critical software for the United States most ambitious missile defense initiative to date the Golden...

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The Japanese giant is said to be working with AMD on the tech, though it may take a while before it shows up.

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Event brings together US universities to share how cloud-based contact centers are reshaping student support, IT services, and campus operations. Subscribe to the ETIH newsletter Sign up with your email address to receive news and updates. First Name Last Name Email Address Sign Up We respect your privacy and will not pass your email address on to third parties. However, we will occasionally send you promotional messages on behalf of our advertisers. Thank you! Amazon Web Services (AWS) is bringing higher education institutions together in Austin, Texas and online on April 2 for its Amazon Connect Higher Education Summit, with a focus on how AI-powered communication tools are being deployed across student services, IT support, and administrative operations. The event, highlighted in a LinkedIn post by Kim Majerus, Vice President, Global Education, US State, and Local Government at AWS, signals growing interest in contact center technology as universities look to improve responsiveness, streamline workflows, and manage increasing demand from students. Universities share operational use cases The summit centers on real-world implementations of Amazon Connect, with institutions including The University of Texas at Austin, University of Michigan, and Vanderbilt University presenting how they are using the platform to support campus-wide services. Sessions include case studies on scaling student support, unifying service delivery across departments, and integrating AI into IT service management. Majerus wrote in her LinkedIn post: “IT leaders will share their implementation journeys and showcase what's possible when institutions embrace technology to improve both the student experience and operational excellence.” The agenda reflects a shift toward practical deployment, with workshops focused on scaling strategies, stakeholder engagement, and the use of AI in service environments. Contact center technology moves into core campus infrastructure Amazon Connect, AWS’s cloud-based contact center platform, is increasingly being positioned as part of core university infrastructure rather than a standalone support tool. The summit highlights how institutions are using the platform to manage student inquiries, IT requests, and administrative processes through a single system, often integrating AI to automate responses and route queries more efficiently. Sessions such as Vanderbilt University’s discussion on AI and IT service management indicate how institutions are combining communication tools with broader digital transformation strategies. The framing of the event points to a dual focus. Universities are looking to improve the student experience while also addressing internal efficiency challenges. Majerus emphasized this balance, writing: “Take home actionable strategies you can implement immediately.” ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 The ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 are now open and recognize education technology organizations delivering measurable impact across K–12, higher education, and lifelong learning. The awards are open to entries from the UK, the Americas, and internationally, with submissions assessed on evidence of outcomes and real-world application.

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In this interview, e27 speaks with Ian about AIBYML SG’s approach to designing and deploying custom AI systems for enterprise environments. As organisations move beyond experimentation toward operational AI adoption, consulting partners increasingly play a role in bridging technology capability with governance, cost discipline, and measurable business outcomes. This conversation forms part of e27’s broader [...] The post AI Pulse Exclusive: How AIBYML SG is helping Yu organisations operationalise AI for real business impact appeared first on e27 .

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SINGAPORE - Continuous learning plays an important role in helping working professionals remain relevant in a rapidly evolving economy. However, the perceived c

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The data centre operator plans to expand capacity, explore alternative energy sources and deepen partnerships as demand for artificial intelligence and cloud services grows.

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With a bot as my travel agent, I traveled to the little-known, but quaint English town of Saltburn-by-the-Sea.

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SINGAPORE , March 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ADA AI Pte Ltd today announced the launch of its Autonomous Virtual Guarding Technology (AVGT) — a breakthrough AI-powered solution that is already helping organizations reduce guarding costs by up to 50% while delivering superior, consistent security outcomes. Developed in Singapore and deployed across real-world environments, AVGT transforms traditional security operations by replacing manual patrols with fully autonomous, AI-driven guard tours. The solution leverages existing CCTV infrastructure to automate inspection, anomaly detection, and reporting — addressing critical industry challenges including rising labour costs, manpower shortages, and inconsistent patrol performance. Security is no longer about manpower it is about measurable outcomes. AVGT enables organizations to immediately reduce cost, eliminate operational inefficiencies, and gain full visibility across their security operations without increasing headcount. Up to 50% Cost Reduction — Immediate ROI Traditional guarding models require continuous manpower, often exceeding $100,000 annually per site without guaranteeing performance. AVGT delivers a fundamentally different model: Up to 50% reduction in guarding costs Elimination of repetitive manual patrols Significant reduction in labour dependency Rapid ROI with minimal upfront investment Organizations can shift from high recurring manpower expenses to a predictable, technology-driven cost structure — unlocking immediate savings and long-term scalability. 24/7 Autonomous Operations — No Fatigue, No Gaps Unlike human patrols, AVGT operates continuously with zero fatigue and zero inconsistency: Every patrol is executed, every time No missed checkpoints or incomplete reports Standardized inspections across all locations Simultaneous multi-site monitoring The result is consistent, audit-ready security performance at scale. Faster Detection. Faster Decisions. Better Outcomes. AVGT enhances operational response by delivering: Real-time anomaly detection Instant alerts with visual evidence Structured, time-stamped patrol reports Reduced detection-to-response time from minutes to seconds Each patrol is automatically documented and verified, enabling organizations to meet compliance requirements while improving incident response efficiency. Built for Immediate Deployment — No Hardware Replacement Required AVGT runs on existing CCTV infrastructure, allowing organizations to: Deploy quickly without major CAPEX Maximize existing surveillance investments Scale across multiple sites without operational complexity This makes AVGT one of the fastest ways for enterprises to modernize security while achieving measurable cost savings. The Shift from Cost Centre to Value Driver As labour shortages intensify and wages continue to rise across Asia, organizations are rapidly moving away from manpower-heavy security models. AVGT enables a clear transition: From labour-intensive operations to AI-dri ven automation From reactive patrols to proact ive detection From unpredictable cost to measu rable ROI This is not just a smarter patrol. It is guarding without guards. About ADA AI Pte Ltd ADA is a Singapore-based AI technology company specializing in intelligent surveillance, security automation, and operational intelligence. Its solutions transform traditional CCTV systems into autonomous, data-driven security platforms that deliver measurable business outcomes.

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AI is redrawing the data centre map, shifting investment from hyperscale campuses to distributed, tightly connected regional clusters.

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24 March 2026 140 years on, CPAs face the AI era – trust and ethics remain irreplaceable Australia’s largest accounting body CPA Australia marked a milestone for the accounting profession, using its 140th Anniversary Gala Dinner in Sydney last night to reflect on the forces shaping its future – including the rapid rise of AI. ... Continued

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Cardano just crossed from whitepaper blockchain into retail checkout lane. The Cardano Foundation confirmed that 137 SPAR stores across Switzerland now accept ADA payments through the DFX.swiss and Open Crypto Pay integration. Shoppers scan a QR code at checkout, the

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Alberta's government says it's looking to change an existing law to let people sue others for sharing fake intimate images created through artificial intelligence.

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More than 300 fintech companies worldwide have reached valuations of $1 billion or more, according to CB Insights’ Global Unicorn Tracker. In 2015, there were fewer than 20 fintech unicorns. The number tripled between 2019 and 2021 alone, driven by a surge in venture capital investment and a rapid expansion of digital financial services. The [...] The post Fintech Unicorns: How Over 300 Companies Achieved Billion-Dollar Valuations appeared first on TechBullion .

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(MENAFN - PR Newswire) Novita AI earned its spot as a leading AI infrastructure provider on Ramp's February 2026 trending software list, a distinction based on expenditure from over 50,000 ...

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Three robots operate in a test field of tomato plants. Zhen Tan, a computer science doctoral student in the School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence, part of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University, has received a 2026 Rising Star Award from the Conference on Parsimony and Learning

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Google parent company Alphabet has already emerged as a leader in the AI market, but its Project Mariner prototype is positioned to make it a leader in agentic AI as well.

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Appointment signals closer alignment between research, commercialization, and policy as AGI development accelerates. Google DeepMind has appointed Jasjeet Sekhon as Chief Strategy Officer, bringing in a senior AI leader from Bridgewater Associates as it expands work across research, commercialization, and policy linked to artificial general intelligence . The hire was confirmed by Demis Hassabis, Co-Founder and CEO at Google DeepMind, in a LinkedIn post, where he positioned the move against the backdrop of accelerating AGI development. He reflected on the company’s long-term direction, stating: “We started DeepMind back in 2010 because even then we believed Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) would be the most transformative technology ever invented.” Introducing the appointment, he said: “As part of our contribution to that effort, I’m thrilled to welcome Jasjeet Sekhon to Google DeepMind as Chief Strategy Officer to partner with me on strategy cutting across research, commercialisation, policy and more.” Strategy role reflects broader AGI focus Sekhon joins after serving as Chief Scientist and Head of AI at Bridgewater Associates, where he led AI development through AIA Labs and now joins the firm’s board. The role places him at the intersection of research, product direction, and policy at a time when AI labs are under pressure to demonstrate real-world impact. Announcing his move on LinkedIn, Sekhon said: “I am excited to announce that I am joining Google DeepMind as Chief Strategy Officer, partnering directly with Demis Hassabis to lead cross-cutting strategic initiatives spanning research, commercialisation, and policy.” He pointed to the scale of the opportunity ahead, noting: “AGI will be a world-changing technology without precedent, accelerating science, medicine, and human productivity in profound ways.” The appointment signals a shift toward more integrated leadership structures, where technical progress, commercial application, and governance are handled in parallel rather than in isolation. From finance and academia to frontier AI Sekhon brings a mix of academic and industry experience, having held roles at Yale University, the University of California, Berkeley, and Harvard University, alongside his work in financial markets. At Bridgewater, he co-founded AIA Labs in 2023, focusing on applying AI to global markets. Reflecting on that period, he said: “Being Bridgewater's Chief Scientist and Head of AI has been a privilege, and I am honored to join the Bridgewater board.” He also acknowledged his academic and industry network, adding: “I am deeply grateful to everyone at Bridgewater, Yale, Berkeley, and people across the AI community who have made the last several years so meaningful.” AGI development brings increased scrutiny Hassabis framed the hire within a broader responsibility to manage the risks and complexity of AGI, emphasizing that progress must be matched with oversight. He warned: “The impact will be profound, but the challenges and complexities are also enormous.” He added: “Thoughtfulness and foresight will be critical as we seek to steward this technology safely into the world to benefit everyone.” Sekhon echoed that position in his own post, stating: “I am committed to shepherding this technology responsibly to benefit everyone.” As AI companies move closer to deploying more advanced systems, roles that bridge research, commercialization, and policy are becoming more central. For the EdTech sector, this signals a continued shift toward AI-driven skills, tools, and infrastructure, with increasing attention on how these systems are governed and applied in real-world contexts. ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 The ETIH Innovation Awards 2026 are now open and recognize education technology organizations delivering measurable impact across K–12, higher education, and lifelong learning. The awards are open to entries from the UK, the Americas, and internationally, with submissions assessed on evidence of outcomes and real-world application.

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In her latest column, Charlotte McEleny looks at Singapore’s investment in AI, how the country treats tech momentum as a national asset, and where marketing fits... The post Singapore’s AI Investment: What Does Marketing Stand to Gain? appeared first on ExchangeWire.com .

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Samsung Electronics is facing escalating labor tensions after its largest union secured approval for a strike, raising concerns over potential disruptions to semiconductor production at a critical juncture for the global AI supply chain, according to Korean media reports, including SEDaily and Chosun Ilbo .

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ASRock Industrial Launches AI BOX-A395, Compact AI Workstation Powered by AMD RyzenTM AI Max TNGlobal ASRock Industrial launches AI BOX-A395 with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128GB LPDDR5X VideoCardz.com AMD Strix Halo-powered gaming mini PC with 128 GB DDR5 RAM goes on sale, costs a fortune Notebookcheck ASRock AI BOX-A395 Runs Ryzen AI Max+ 395 with Up to 128GB LPDDR5x LinuxGizmos.com

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