KPMG Finds Sophisticated AI Use Is Still Rare
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AI is the new design tool, not the next architect
Architect Ma. Cynthia Naval explains how AI is transforming architecture while emphasizing the importance of human creativity, authenticity and digital skills in the profession.
AI Could Supercharge Biological Weapons ‘Ten Times’ Scale Of COVID, Report Warns
Artificial intelligence could possibly help design biological events far deadlier than COVID, according to a new report.
Microsoft puts Copilot to work
Microsoft and PLDT-Smart are expanding enterprise AI use in the Philippines, deploying Microsoft 365 Copilot across workflows to improve productivity and automate routine tasks.
China-Africa media cooperation: Building skills for the AI era
As the media landscape becomes increasingly digital and intelligent, the message from Beijing is clear: skills, technology and knowledge-sharing will be central to Africa’s ability...
AI Boom Could Fuel Inflation Instead Of Fighting It In Short Term, Top SNB Official Warns
Artificial intelligence could add to inflationary pressure in the short term as booming investment strains supplies of key components, Swiss National Bank governing board member Pe...
Micron’s Memory Empire Faces Its Most Awkward Quarter Yet
The numbers tell two stories at once. Micron Technology has climbed 226 percent since January and 724 percent over the past twelve months — yet the stock sits 25 percent below its ...
UAE Public Prosecution, Interior Ministry discuss AI integration
ABU DHABI, 21st August, 2026 (WAM) -- The UAE Public Prosecution hosted a delegation from the Ministry of Interior on Friday to exchange expertise on digital transformation and the...
Elon Musk’s company’s lawsuit blames Bentonville photographer for sexualizing images using AI took Grok
WICHITA FALLS, Texas -- Elon Musk's company behind the generative artificial intelligence chatbot Grok is suing a Bentonville-based photographer accused of using the AI to create s...
MAHA activists urge Trump against promoting coal to power energy-hungry AI data centers
NEW YORK — Nearly 200 activists in Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement are criticizing President Donald Trump’s promotion of coal to fuel...
Easing of 10% rule on Chinese stake attracts FDI worth ₹4,896 crore
Investments span sectors including information technology, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centres and transport services, government says
Economists see AI investment powering stronger economic growth
Economists raised their forecasts for third-quarter economic growth, reflecting upward adjustments to consumer spending and private investment, including capital outlays on artific...
Maharashtra govt to pilot AI-powered farming project with 10,000 farmers
Mumbai, Aug 21 (PTI) Maharashtra will launch a pilot project using artificial intelligence (AI), satellite technology, drones, IoT sensors and data analytics to boost farm producti...
Dr. Kelechi Ekuma Expands Thought Leadership Through Coevolution
His publication explores how artificial intelligence, institutions, and society evolve together in an age of rapid technological change.
3E Strengthens Trusted AI with ISO/IEC 42001 Certification
3E, a global leader in AI-driven product compliance solutions, today announced it has achieved ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certification for its artificial intelligence management system (A...
India gets 29 FDI proposals worth ₹4,896 crore under easier automatic approval norms
The proposed investments totalling ₹4,895.65 crore as of 20 August are in sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, information and communication, manufactur...
Trump keeps embracing data centers even as they become toxic in midterm races
President Donald Trump has voiced strong support for AI and data centers, emphasizing their economic benefits and importance in the global AI race. Candidates in competitive midter...
Edge data center for AI workloads proposed in Manchester, UK
An Edge data center for AI workloads could be built in Manchester, UK. Developer Latos Data Centres has proposed a two-building development spanning 28,000 sq ft (2,601 sqm) for a ...
India rolls out ICT track theme at BRICS meet
India rolls out ICT track theme at BRICS meet Pune: Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia on Friday introduced the theme of ‘Innovate, Cooperate and Transform (ICT)...
Google-Pakistan Deal brings Free AI Access, Big Career Certificates for Youth
ISLAMABAD – Pakistani government and Google move to deepen cooperation on AI, digital skills, education and IT exports. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif hosted high-level Google deleg...
Waymo's New-Look Robotaxi Is Now Available To All LA Riders
The roomy Ojai is joining Waymo's commercial fleet after months of free rides offered to early-access customers.
AI doesn’t need to replace humans to weaken human capability
Artificial intelligence is becoming one of the fastest ways to remove friction from knowledge work. A 2025 field experiment termed Shifting Work Patterns with Generative AI involvi...
India receives Rs 4,895 crore FDI after easing rules for neighbouring countries
The government said the investments cover sectors such as information technology, artificial intelligence, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centres and transport services.
AI is making jury duty scams more convincing. Here’s how they work
Phone scams aren’t new, but they’re becoming more convincing with the use of artificial intelligence.