Google Research has unveiled a new model called Speech-to-Retrieval (S2R) — a shift in how we search by voice. Unlike traditional systems that first transcribe speech into text before searching, S2R connects spoken queries directly to results like videos, images, and documents. Big ideas: […]
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Reddit has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI and several data partners, accusing them of illegally scraping its platform to train AI systems. Key ideas: Unauthorized data use – The suit alleges Perplexity and proxy firms copied Reddit content at scale, breaching the platform’s
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Microsoft just dropped 12 major updates for Copilot, turning it from an assistant into a true AI work companion. (VentureBeat, Oct 2025) Bold highlights from the release: Groups – Run live Copilot sessions with up to 32 people. Imagine – Co-create visuals, documents, and
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A new report from the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) suggests the latest version of ChatGPT may actually be less safe than before. Key ideas: Higher harm rate – In tests on sensitive topics like self-harm, eating disorders, and substance abuse, 53% of
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A growing workplace contradiction: AI use is surging, yet productivity isn’t. AI-Generated “Workslop” Is Destroying Productivity found that 41% of employees encounter “workslop”—AI-generated content that looks polished but lacks real substance. Each instance costs almost two hours of rework, eroding productivity, trust, and collaboration. Workslop
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Microsoft is introducing Agent Mode and Office Agent to bring conversational AI into everyday tools like Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. These updates mark a major shift in how work gets done across Microsoft 365. Excel – Agent Mode speaks Excel. Built to let anyone,
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At DevDay 2025, OpenAI unveiled a major shift: ChatGPT is evolving from an assistant into an integrated platform. The event introduced new models, SDKs, agent tooling, and interactive apps — all designed to make developers central to the ecosystem. Apps in ChatGPT (Apps SDK
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OpenAI’s latest data shows most of us aren’t here to play — we’re here for guidance. Practical Guidance (28.3%) – Getting advice, tutoring, and how-to help for work and life.Writing (28.1%) – Editing, summarising, or drafting personal communication.Seeking Information (21.3%) – Quick answers, facts,
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We just read the recent TechCrunch piece reporting Adobe’s bold prediction: AI-assisted online shopping could surge 520% during the U.S. 2025 holiday season. TechCrunch. Key Ideas Massive AI traffic growth — Adobe expects traffic driven by AI referrals (via chatbots, generative assistants, etc.) to
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We found that Deloitte is reimbursing part of a A$440,000 contract after a government-commissioned report it delivered was found to contain fabricated references and false citations — and the firm later admitted it had used generative AI in drafting it. The Guardian Big ideas:
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Digital Trends reports that police in Phoenix stopped a Waymo robotaxi after it made an illegal U-turn at a traffic light. No driver, no licence – Officers found an empty seat but still needed to issue a citation. Law meets logic – Traffic laws
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Curated ContentAmy C. Edmondson from Harvard Business Review highlights the risks of letting AI take over entry-level roles. While cost savings tempt leaders, the hidden costs may outweigh the benefits. Lost training ground – entry-level roles develop future leaders, AI removes this pipeline. Weakened culture
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