Court Uses AI Deepfake for Deceased Victim's Impact Statement

Friday, May 9, 2025, 1:22 pm more...

In a landmark and slightly surreal courtroom drama, an AI-generated deepfake of a deceased road rage victim was employed to deliver an impact statement during sentencing. This pioneering use of technology has sparked ethical debates while leaving legal experts marveling at the bizarre fusion of tech and testimony.

siliconangle.com / Family uses AI video in court to allow deceased victim to give impact statement

engadget.com / Deepfake of deceased man gives his own impact statement in court

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Google Gemini API introduces caching to slash developer costs

Friday, May 9, 2025, 12:20 pm more...

Google is shaking up the developer playground by adding an implicit caching feature to its Gemini 2.5 API, promising to cut costs by up to 75%. By reusing common data prefixes, this move transforms repetitive prompt handling, making high-powered AI more efficient—and a bit more wallet‐friendly—for tech innovators.

winbuzzer.com / Google Gemini API Adds Implicit Caching, Promises Usage Cost Reduction up to 75%

the-decoder.com / Google's new caching feature for Gemini 2.5 aims to reduce costs by up to 75 percent

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Bill Gates accuses Elon Musk of harming vulnerable children

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 10:20 am more...

In a fiery exchange, Bill Gates has sharply criticized Elon Musk for policies he claims are endangering the world’s poorest children. The accusations tie into broader debates over controversial funding cuts and their humanitarian impact, sparking eyebrow-raising commentary across the tech and philanthropic communities.

gizmodo.com / Bill Gates Accuses Elon Musk of ‘Killing the World’s Poorest Children’ With DOGE Cuts

zerohedge.com / Bill Gates Claims Elon Musk Is 'Killing World's Poorest Children'

theverge.com / Bill Gates tears into Elon Musk for being ‘involved in the deaths of the world’s poorest children’

arstechnica.com / Elon Musk is responsible for “killing the world’s poorest children,” says Bill Gates

reuters.com/business / Bill Gates to give away $200 billion by 2045, accuses Musk of harming world's poor - Reuters

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Anthropic Unveils API for AI-Powered Web Search

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6:20 pm more...

Anthropic has launched its Claude web search API, enabling developers to integrate real-time web access into their applications. This innovative tool aims to redefine how users discover information, heralding a notable shift in the post‑Google landscape as firms increasingly pursue AI-powered search solutions.

Bluesky: @techcrunch.com

winbuzzer.com / Anthropic Launches Claude Web Search API for Developers

siliconangle.com / Anthropic jumps into internet search, increasing pressure on Google

simonwillison.net / Introducing web search on the Anthropic API

venturebeat.com / Anthropic launches Claude web search API, betting on the future of post-Google information access

techcrunch.com / Anthropic rolls out an API for AI-powered web search

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Nutanix Unveils AI, Cloud, and Container Data Innovations at NEXT 2025

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 10:20 am more...

At its .NEXT 2025 event, Nutanix launched a dual announcement featuring enhancements for cloud-native and AI workloads alongside new containerized data services. The strategic pivot marks a departure from traditional hyperconvergence, promising more adaptable, modern infrastructure solutions.

siliconangle.com / Nutanix eyes AI future with growing ecosystem and platform shift — CEO Rajiv Ramaswami talks with theCUBE

siliconangle.com / Nutanix extends cloud clusters to Google Cloud for hybrid multicloud agility

siliconangle.com / Nutanix brings AI out of the lab and into production

siliconangle.com / Nutanix targets cloud-native and AI workloads and offers migration enticements to VMware customers

theregister.com / Nutanix stops being so opinionated about where data must dwell

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LinkedIn launches AI-powered job search tools

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 9:21 am more...

LinkedIn has introduced a trio of new AI-driven enhancements that let users describe their ideal job in natural language, generating tailored listings and personalized suggestions. The platform now appears more like a career-savvy chatbot—ready to tell you what you always knew about your dream job, even if you didn’t.

engadget.com / LinkedIn wants you to tell its AI about your dream job

cnet.com / LinkedIn Has More Gen AI-Powered Tools for Your Next Job Search

theverge.com / LinkedIn’s new AI search tool lets you describe your ideal job

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Oura introduces AI-driven metabolic tracking features

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 9:21 am more...

Oura is upping its wearable game by rolling out AI-powered features for meal logging and glucose monitoring. Marketed as a next-level upgrade for metabolic health, the smart ring now moonlights as a personal nutritionist—proving that even fitness trackers aren’t above trying to do it all.

venturebeat.com / Ōura adds AI-driven meal and glucose tracking features with Stelo by Dexcom

theverge.com / Oura adds AI-powered glucose tracking and meal logging

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Salesforce launches AI-powered Agentforce for HR

Tuesday, May 6, 2025, 9:21 am more...

Salesforce is betting on artificial intelligence to revolutionize HR support with its new Agentforce solution. Designed to simplify tasks like onboarding and expense tracking, the platform promises a future where even the most mundane HR duties are handled with a dose of smart automation—and a hint of corporate wizardry.

theinformation.com / ServiceNow, Salesforce Up the Ante in AI Battle - The Information

winbuzzer.com / Salesforce Launches Agentforce for HR Service to Make Employee Support Easy for Everyone

siliconangle.com / Salesforce brings AI agents to employee support with Agentforce for HR Service

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NYC MTA unveils AI surveillance to flag subway mischief

Monday, May 5, 2025, 2:20 pm more...

New York City's Metropolitan Transportation Authority is rolling out an AI-powered system designed to monitor subway camera feeds for suspicious behavior. While officials tout enhanced security benefits, privacy advocates are left wondering if Big Brother’s watching—and learning—a little too much.

winbuzzer.com / New York’s Subway AI Surveillance Plan Sparks Privacy Alarms

the-decoder.com / AI to flag suspicious behavior on New York City subways

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Tech Leaders Advocate Mandatory CS and AI Courses in Schools

Monday, May 5, 2025, 1:20 pm more...

Over 250 CEOs and tech leaders have rallied for a revamp of K–12 education, arguing that integrating computer science and AI early on could boost career earnings and prepare a competitive workforce for the digital age. Clearly, they believe our future geniuses deserve a computing crash course before lunch.

Bluesky: @techcrunch.com

techcrunch.com / Over 250 CEOs sign open letter supporting K-12 AI and computer science education

techspot.com / Over 250 tech leaders push for computer science and AI course requirements in US schools

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