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Sandstone Raises $30 Million to Automate Corporate Legal Work with AI
Sandstone secured $30M in Series A funding from Lightspeed and Sequoia to deploy AI for in-house legal teams, signaling a new wave of automation in corporate law.
Python's UV Tool Delivers Speed but Package Management Remains a Pain Point
UV, a fast Python package installer, is praised for performance but criticized for poor user experience in dependency management. The tool's speed gains are undermined by confusing commands and documentation gaps.
Software Engineering Faces a Defining Moment as AI Reshapes the Field
The software engineering profession is at a crossroads. AI coding assistants and market pressures are redefining roles, creating both opportunities and existential questions for developers.
New Programming Language CPPL Bridges Prompts and Circuits
A novel language called CPPL lets developers program circuits using AI-style prompts. It could reshape how hardware is designed for machine learning workloads.
Vertu Launches Foldable Phone With Dedicated AI Agent
Luxury phone maker Vertu returns with the AlphaFold foldable and its new Hermes AI assistant for wealthy buyers.
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.
New Browser Tool Oproxy Lets Developers Inspect and Modify Network Traffic Without External Proxies
Oproxy is a new open-source tool that runs in the browser to intercept and modify HTTP requests. It aims to simplify debugging for web developers by eliminating the need for external proxy software.
Inside the Human Experience of Working Alongside an AI Agent
Developers describe the surprising emotional and professional dynamics of collaborating with advanced AI tools, from trust issues to productivity gains.
AI-Driven Attacks Outpace Enterprise Patching Capabilities
Cyber attackers are exploiting vulnerabilities faster than organizations can patch them, with AI accelerating the window for defense. This shift demands a fundamental rethinking of security strategies.
DeepMind Veteran Warns AI Benchmarks Are Not Enough
A former DeepMind researcher warns that current benchmarks fail to ensure AI safety. The call for new evaluation methods comes as AI systems grow more powerful.
Salesforce Faces Growing Questions Over AI Product Readiness
Salesforce's aggressive marketing of its Agentforce AI platform is drawing skepticism as customers question whether the technology is ready for real-world use.
Cybersecurity Defies AI Job Displacement Trends
While AI threatens many roles, cybersecurity hiring is booming. Experts say the field's complexity and need for human judgment keep demand high. Here's why cyber remains a safe bet.
Illinois Passes Landmark AI Safety Bill With Third-Party Oversight
Illinois lawmakers passed the strongest AI safety bill in the US, requiring third-party audits for companies like OpenAI and Google. Governor JB Pritzker plans to sign it into law.
Google's AI Still Struggles to Spell Its Own Name
Google's latest AI models continue to fail at basic spelling, even for the company's own name. The issue highlights deeper limitations in how large language models process text.
Apple’s Camera-Equipped AirPods Raise New Privacy Concerns
Apple is reportedly adding cameras to future AirPods. The move could turn earbuds into surveillance tools. Privacy advocates are raising alarms.
Iceland-Based Email Service Promises True End-to-End Encryption
Rootshell launches a new email service with end-to-end encryption, hosted in Iceland. The service aims to provide stronger privacy protections for users concerned about surveillance.
EU Regulations Force Nintendo to Make Switch 2 Batteries Replaceable
Nintendo will sell a special Switch 2 in the EU with user-swappable batteries to comply with European law. The move sets a precedent for future console designs.
Programmable Disclosure Aims to Rebuild User Trust in Data Privacy
A new approach called programmable disclosure offers users dynamic control over their personal data, potentially transforming static privacy policies into interactive trust-building tools.
Phone Makers Add Special Security Modes to Block Spyware Attacks
Apple, Google and Meta now offer special security modes that protect devices from targeted spyware. These settings limit device vulnerabilities for high-risk users.
Wi-Fi Signals Can Identify You by Your Gait, Researchers Warn
New research shows Wi-Fi signals can track individuals by their walking patterns, turning everyday routers into surveillance tools without cameras.