Windows 2030: Microsoft predicts agentic AI OS will replace mouse and keyboard
Do you agree?
Software engineer on the real state of AI agents (they're not there yet)
The math doesn't lie, AI agents work best when they're not autonomous
ChatGPT's new AI agent can fill out online forms and generate PowerPoint presentations
It can also navigate websites to book flights and hotel rooms
Hate calling businesses? Google's AI can do it for you through Search
Yet another way for AI to erode human connections
Agentic AI is all hype for now, says Gartner
Very few "agentic" implementations of AI tech are legitimate
Meet Mu, the small language model in charge of Microsoft's Settings AI agent
A "sibling" to Microsoft's Phi Silica local language model
Salesforce hikes Slack prices, adds AI tools for all paid users
What the Bot: Salesforce has decided to increase prices for certain paid Slack plans. The company is attempting to justify the change by stating that all customers will now have access to more AI features. And if you don't want or need AI, well, you'll likely end up paying more anyway.
Tech unemployment in the US climbs for fifth consecutive month to 5.5%, AI blamed for job losses
The rise of AI agents is having an effect on entry-level positions
FDA claims victory with "Elsa" AI tool launch, but insiders call it half-baked
Why it matters: It was only a matter of time before governments jumped aboard the AI hype train. The US government has a lousy track record when it comes to rolling out tech projects – remember the Affordable Care Act website fiasco? Now, it is launching a new LLM, and early signs suggest the tool is rushed and unfinished.
Opera's Neon AI agentic browser promises to do everything – even write code while you're offline
But would you want it to?
Microsoft Build 2025: From chatbots to digital coworkers, and the "agentic" web
AI agents take center stage in Microsoft's vision for the future
Walmart prepares for a future where AI agents do the shopping
Retailers are racing to adapt as AI changes shopping habits
Microsoft is introducing AI agents that can change your Windows settings
Coming to all PCs, not just Copilot+ models
Visa is piloting AI agents with payment systems for autonomous shopping
Forward-looking: Visa plans to allow AI agents to conduct financial transactions on behalf of consumers, a move that could streamline and automate everyday purchases. The company is currently running pilot programs that connect its payment network to AI platforms developed by firms such as Anthropic, Microsoft, OpenAI, Perplexity, and Mistral, with broader adoption expected soon.
Nvidia partnership to expand AI use in KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell restaurants
And not just for drive-thru orders
What just happened? AI is everywhere these days, including at many fast-food outlets where the technology is used to take drive-thru orders. Now, thanks to a partnership between Nvidia and Yum! Brands, owner of Taco Bell, KFC, and Pizza Hut, AI adoption at these restaurants is being accelerated – and it won't just be at the drive-thru.
OpenAI may charge up to $20,000 per month for specialized AI agents
AI at a premium, investors rejoice
AI Agents Explained: The Next Evolution in Artificial Intelligence
Interacting with AI chatbots like ChatGPT can be fun and sometimes useful, but the next level of everyday AI goes beyond answering questions: AI agents carry out tasks for you.
Ex-Google execs set to build an online operating system for AI agents
Would you like all your data and digital life surrendered to agentic AIs in the cloud?
Security researchers uncover new Xagent malware variant for macOS
It can steals passwords, iPhone backups, take screenshots and more
