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29 Jul 2025

Commonwealth Bank of Australia Cuts Jobs as AI Takes Over Customer Service Roles

Australia's largest bank, Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), is replacing 45 call center jobs with AI, sparking controversy and union backlash. The move highlights the growing impact of AI on the workforce in the financial sector.

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AI-Generated Code: A Double-Edged Sword in Software Development

Recent incidents and studies reveal significant security flaws in AI-generated code, raising concerns about the widespread adoption of AI in software development.

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Massive AI Data Center in Wyoming to Consume More Electricity Than All State Residents Combined

A joint venture between Tallgrass and Crusoe plans to build a colossal AI data center in Cheyenne, Wyoming, that could consume up to five times more electricity than all households in the state combined, raising questions about energy consumption and AI infrastructure.

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Amkor Technology Reports Strong Q2 2025 Results, Driven by AI and Advanced Packaging Demand

Amkor Technology, a major semiconductor packaging and test services provider, reported a 3% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2 2025, with strong demand in advanced packaging for AI applications. The company is expanding its capabilities in high-performance computing and artificial intelligence.

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Google Rolls Out AI Mode for Search in the UK: Enhanced Capabilities and Potential Challenges

Google expands its AI Mode for Search to the UK, offering more conversational and comprehensive responses powered by Gemini 2.5. While promising enhanced user experience, the feature raises concerns about accuracy and impact on web traffic.

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Google's AI Search Feature Reshapes Web Traffic and Online Business Models

Google's new AI-powered search feature is causing significant shifts in web traffic patterns and challenging traditional online business models, particularly affecting publishers and content creators.

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Cadence Design Systems Raises Forecasts Amid Export Curb Lift and Settles Export Violation Case

Cadence Design Systems increases annual forecasts following the U.S. lifting export restrictions to China, while simultaneously settling a $140.6 million export violation case with the U.S. government.

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Cadence Design Systems Reports Strong Q2 Earnings, Raises Outlook Amid AI-Driven Growth

Cadence Design Systems exceeded Q2 expectations and raised its 2025 outlook, citing broad-based strength and AI-driven demand. The company is navigating challenges in China while capitalizing on global opportunities in AI and advanced chip design.

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Micro1 Secures $500 Million Valuation in Series A Funding Round, Challenging Scale AI in Data Labeling Market

Micro1, a data labeling startup, is finalizing a Series A funding round at a $500 million valuation. The company is capitalizing on the growing demand for high-quality datasets in AI training, while benefiting from recent changes at competitor Scale AI.

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Google Expands AI-Powered Weather Forecasts to Pixel 8 and 8a Devices

Google's AI-powered weather forecasts, previously exclusive to Pixel 9 series, are now rolling out to Pixel 8 and 8a users with Gemini Nano, enhancing the Pixel Weather app experience.

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US Sends 33,000 AI-Powered 'Strike Kits' to Enhance Ukrainian Drones

The Pentagon awards a $50 million contract to Auterion for AI-powered drone kits to augment Ukrainian UAVs, potentially changing the face of modern warfare.

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IMAX Partners with Runway for AI-Assisted Film Festival, Sparking Debate in the Film Industry

IMAX is set to host Runway's third annual AI Film Festival, showcasing AI-assisted short films in theaters across the US. The event has sparked controversy and debate about AI's role in filmmaking.

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Robin Williams' Co-Star Proposes AI Voice Revival, Sparking Ethical Debate

Matthew Lawrence, Robin Williams' co-star from 'Mrs. Doubtfire', suggests using AI to resurrect the late actor's iconic voice, igniting discussions on the ethics of posthumous AI recreations in entertainment.

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Baldur's Gate 3 Actor Neil Newbon Criticizes AI in Gaming: "It's Shit"

Neil Newbon, voice actor for Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3, expresses strong criticism against the use of AI in voice acting and game development, citing lack of creativity and human touch.

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Trump Administration's Reversal on China Chip Ban Sparks Bipartisan Backlash

The Trump administration's decision to allow Nvidia to sell advanced AI chips to China has triggered a policy dispute, with lawmakers from both parties expressing concerns over national security implications.

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