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No-Code AI: Training LLaMA 2 Chatbots Becomes Accessible to Everyone
New no-code tools let non-engineers train Meta's LLaMA 2 chatbot without programming. The shift makes custom AI accessible to small businesses and creators.

Tokyo Airport to Deploy Humanoid Robots as Baggage Handlers
Haneda Airport in Tokyo will deploy ten Sarcos Guardian GT humanoid robots to handle heavy baggage, starting in April. The robots lift up to 500 pounds and are controlled remotely by human operators.

Microsoft unveils 100 specialized AI agents for threat hunting at Build 2026
Microsoft launched over 100 specialized AI agents for cybersecurity threat hunting at Build 2026. The system connects real vulnerabilities to Defender and GitHub.

PlayStation Shifts Back to Single-Player Games After Live-Service Losses
Sony's PlayStation is refocusing on premium single-player games after costly live-service stumbles. The State of Play showcase made that pivot clear.

Poland Moves to Ban Phones and Smartwatches in Schools
Poland's government approved a bill to ban phones and smartwatches in schools, aiming to reduce distractions and improve student focus. The proposal now heads to parliament.

Google Tests Website Opt-Out for AI Search Results
Google is testing a new control for websites to opt out of AI-generated search features. The move gives publishers more say over how their content appears in AI Overviews and AI Mode.

Microsoft Tests Wearable AI Badge with Camera, Fingerprint Sensor
Microsoft showed early prototypes of an AI-powered wearable badge with a camera and fingerprint sensor. The devices aim to let workers interact with AI agents without needing a phone or laptop.

Meta Expands AI Agents to WhatsApp, Instagram and Messenger for Business Automation
Meta is rolling out AI agents for businesses on its messaging apps. The bots can handle customer service, sales and support tasks, aiming to automate key operations.

Cash App Launches NFC Wand for Contactless Payments
Cash App introduces a star-shaped NFC wand for tap-to-pay, the first of several hardware payment gadgets the company plans to release.

OpenAI Upgrades ChatGPT Memory for Free Users, Closing Gap With Paid Tiers
OpenAI improved ChatGPT memory, especially for free users. The chatbot now better retains conversation context across sessions. This closes a key gap between free and paid tiers.

South Korea Mandates AI Image Scanning on All Forum Posts
South Korea now requires online forums to scan every uploaded image with AI tools. The policy raises concerns about privacy and free expression.

Security Experts Question IPv6 Zone ID Design in Web URLs
IPv6 zone identifiers in URLs create security and usability problems. Critics call the feature a mistake. Network engineers and browser developers are affected.

Laptop Makers Return to 8GB RAM as Component Costs Bite
Dell and Acer introduced new laptops with 8GB RAM at Computex, reversing the 16GB trend. The shift aims to keep prices low amid ongoing component shortages.

Plex Adds Social Features in Push Beyond Media Server Roots
Plex is adding social features including personalized lists and community forums. Later this year, users can import lists from other services and get match scores. The move furthers Plex's evolution beyond its media server roots.

Apple’s AI Strategy Takes Shape: Gradual Rollout and New Leadership
Since WWDC 2024, Apple has quietly built its AI ecosystem with Apple Intelligence, Siri upgrades and a reshuffled team. The slow but deliberate pace signals a long-term bet on privacy and integration.

Legal AI Investment Heavily Favors Plaintiffs, Defense Seen as Next Frontier
Billions have poured into plaintiff-side legal AI, but the defense market is underdeveloped. With $682 million concentrated on plaintiff firms, investors see a large opportunity in defense-side litigation tools.

US Tech Layoffs Hit Two-Year High as AI Drives 38,000 Job Cuts in May
Nearly 40,000 tech workers lost jobs in May, the highest monthly total in two years. Artificial intelligence is the most cited reason for the layoffs.

AI data centers spark memory chip shortage that could raise car and medical device prices
A coalition of nine U.S. trade groups warns the Trump administration that AI-driven demand for DRAM chips is squeezing supply, threatening price hikes across automotive, medical and telecom sectors through 2027.

Why AI Companies Are Ditching Modern Fonts for Classic Serifs
AI firms like OpenAI and Anthropic are adopting serif fonts to appear more trustworthy. Critics argue the trend is superficial and formulaic.

Vue Developers Get a Free Animated Icon Library
A new free animated icon library for Vue is now available. The open source project offers developers a way to add motion to icons without heavy dependencies.