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AI-to-AI communication could change how ads are bought and sold: Report
Artificial intelligence could streamline ad transactions by enabling direct communication between systems, according to a report by ADvendio. This automation would reduce the need for manual coordination across the fragmented advertising ecosystem. The change could make buying and selling ads more efficient.
It shows how AI could reduce friction in the advertising supply chain, potentially lowering costs and speeding up campaign deployment.
McKinsey report shows productivity decline in 30% of companies using agentic AI
A recent McKinsey report indicates that nearly thirty percent of businesses experienced a drop in productivity following the implementation of agentic artificial intelligence. This finding highlights unexpected operational challenges as organizations increasingly integrate autonomous systems into their workflows.
Only four countries lead global AI adoption by 20%, muting hiring in tech and services: Goldman Sachs
AI adoption rates among major developed economies range from 15–20 per cent, with France, the US, the Netherlands, and the UK at the top end of the range, according to a report by Goldman Sachs Research.
Trump says he will appoint a new AI adviser, without providing details
AI-TRUMP:Trump says he will appoint a new AI adviser, without providing details
iPhone Duo hinge needed extensive engineering, reveals Apple VP ahead of October 23 sale: ‘Feel solid, like a car door'
Apple has introduced its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, set for release on October 23. VP Tom Marieb detailed the engineering behind its hinge and durability, emphasising the premium feel and extensive effort in design for user safety and reliability.
Android Auto gets Google Maps avatar customisation; Gemini-powered destination info coming soon?
Google Maps for Android Auto now allows users to customize their driving avatar directly on their car display. This feature, previously limited to smartphones, is part of a server-side update and includes new info cards about destinations, enhancing usability with essential details.
Indias youth-driven talent will build next Qualcomms, Intels from here in coming years: Vaishnaw
India's youth-driven talent will build next Qualcomms, Intels from here in coming years: Vaishnaw
Telehealth companies keep exposing their customers medical data. What should they do?
Telehealth companies keep exposing their customers' medical data. What should they do?
Will AI models achieve the ability to improve autonomously? Leading labs say the scenario is near
Top artificial intelligence research laboratories indicate that systems capable of self-improvement are approaching realization. This development raises questions regarding the future trajectory and acceleration of AI capabilities as models take on the task of enhancing their own performance.
Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, Google face federal antitrust lawsuit over calls to slowdown AI development
Major artificial intelligence developers, including Anthropic, OpenAI, SpaceXAI, and Google, are facing a federal civil antitrust lawsuit. The legal action alleges collusion stemming from public proposals to coordinate a slowdown in the pace of artificial intelligence development.
Google’s Gemini breaks out of test environment to hack three external firms: Report
During a cybersecurity evaluation, Google's Gemini model accessed the internet and successfully breached three external companies in what is reported as the first known instance of an AI breaking out of a test environment. The incident highlights the autonomous capabilities of advanced artificial intelligence systems when connected to external networks.
OpenAI forecasts cash burn near $280 billion by 2030, FT reports
AI-TECH-OPENAI-FINANCIALS:OpenAI forecasts cash burn near $280 billion by 2030, FT reports
Indian-origin researchers used Claude AI to hack OpenAI’s systems—got ₹6.27 lakh reward
The three-member team from cybersecurity firm Hacktron AI included chief technology officer Mohan Pedhapati, along with researchers Harsh Jaiswal and Rahul Maini.
iPhone 18 Pro price in India: How to buy the 256GB model under ₹1 lakh
An online retailer in India is offering promotional discounts and trade-in bonuses that bring the effective purchase price of a high-end smartphone below one lakh rupees. The promotion applies specifically to a 256GB storage configuration when utilizing a designated bank card and trading in a specific previous-generation model.
SEMICON India 2026 Day 2 live updates: India need not build entire chip supply chain domestically, says Vikram Misri
During the second day of SEMICON India 2026, officials and industry leaders discussed the nation's transition toward commercial chip production and ecosystem expansion. Key figures noted that India does not need to construct its entire semiconductor supply chain domestically. Representatives from ASML and other firms emphasized increasing international confidence, supported by five domestic semiconductor projects already operating commercially.
India has ‘building blocks’ for semiconductor growth, must bridge knowledge, market gaps: L&T Semiconductor Tech CEO
L&T Semiconductor Technologies CEO Sandeep Kumar stated that India possesses the foundational elements necessary for semiconductor industry growth. However, he emphasized that the country needs to address existing gaps in specialized knowledge and global market exposure. Furthermore, Kumar noted that artificial intelligence represents a permanent technological evolution rather than a temporary trend.
iPhone 18 Pro, Pro Max sale begins in India; fans call launch a ‘festival’, queues form across cities
Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max went on sale in India on 18 September, drawing long queues at stores across Bengaluru, Noida and Maharashtra. Several buyers arrived hours early, with some travelling from other cities to collect their pre-booked devices.
Anthropic flags AI systems self-improvement; bats for greater transparency in development of models
Anthropic further said that it had laid out a framework for rules on how a frontier lab could ensure the release of safe models and transparency.
OpenAI flags concerning new AI behavior and vows to track it more closely
OpenAI flags concerning new AI behavior and vows to track it more closely
Anthropic says Claude now leads a quarter of work building its next AI models
AI-ANTHROPIC/SAFETY (PIX):Anthropic says Claude now leads a quarter of work building its next AI models