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18 Jun 2025

AI Adoption Surges in US Workplace: 40% of Employees Now Using AI Tools

A recent Gallup poll reveals a significant increase in AI usage among US workers, with 40% now using AI tools at least a few times a year, nearly doubling from two years ago. The study highlights disparities in AI adoption across industries and job types.

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xAI's Colossus Supercomputer Faces Legal Challenge Over Air Pollution in Memphis

Elon Musk's xAI is under threat of lawsuit from the NAACP for alleged Clean Air Act violations at its Memphis supercomputer facility, raising concerns about environmental justice and public health in predominantly Black communities.

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Bengaluru Airport City Launches Global Innovation Hub 'District I' to Boost AI and Deep-Tech Innovation

Karnataka government, Bengaluru Airport City Ltd (BACL), and ANSR unveil 'District I', a global innovation hub at Bengaluru Airport City, focusing on AI, quantum computing, and other advanced technologies to foster collaboration between startups, enterprises, and academia.

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2025 College Hiring Outlook: Companies Cautious but Still Hiring, AI Reshaping Recruitment

The 2025 College Hiring Outlook Report reveals a shift in hiring practices, with companies favoring internships and co-ops over full-time roles. AI is playing a significant role in both employer and candidate strategies, while soft skills are becoming increasingly important.

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Jabil's AI-Driven Growth: Surging Revenues and Strategic Expansion in the U.S.

Jabil reports strong Q3 FY2025 results, with AI-related revenue soaring. The company announces a $500 million investment to expand its U.S. manufacturing footprint, targeting cloud and AI data center infrastructure.

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Microsoft Urged to Revise Copilot Advertising Claims by Industry Watchdog

The Better Business Bureau's National Advertising Division (NAD) has recommended that Microsoft modify or discontinue certain productivity claims about its Copilot AI assistant and clarify its branding to avoid user confusion.

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Jabil Raises Annual Forecast Amid Strong AI-Driven Data Center Demand

Electronics component maker Jabil increases its full-year profit and revenue forecast, citing strong demand for data center infrastructure driven by AI adoption.

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Max Streaming Service Unveils AI-Powered Video Previews in Homepage Redesign

Max, soon to be renamed HBO Max, is rolling out a new homepage design featuring AI-selected video previews, aiming to enhance user experience while differentiating itself from Netflix's recent controversial redesign.

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Salesforce Raises Prices and Introduces New AI-Powered Products

Salesforce announces a 6% price increase for its Enterprise and Unlimited editions, along with new AI-powered products and pricing models, as the company pushes its Agentforce platform.

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Sword Health Raises $40M, Expands into AI-Powered Mental Health Services

Sword Health, an AI-powered digital health startup, secures $40 million in funding at a $4 billion valuation. The company introduces 'Mind', an AI-driven mental health service, and delays IPO plans to focus on expanding its care verticals.

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ChatGPT Expands Image Generation to WhatsApp: A New Era of AI Accessibility

OpenAI introduces image generation capabilities to ChatGPT on WhatsApp, allowing users to create AI-generated images by texting a 1-800 number, marking a significant step in making AI tools more accessible.

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Revolutionary AI Algorithm TACIT Accelerates Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment Decisions

Researchers at VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center have developed TACIT, an AI algorithm that rapidly identifies cell types, potentially revolutionizing cancer diagnosis and treatment selection.

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MiniMax M1: China's New Open-Source AI Model Challenges Global Leaders with Efficiency and Performance

MiniMax, a Shanghai-based AI firm, releases the M1 model, an open-source large language model that boasts impressive performance and cost-efficiency, potentially disrupting the AI industry dominated by U.S. tech giants.

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17 Jun 2025

Applied Intuition Secures $600 Million in Funding, Pushing Valuation to $15 Billion

Applied Intuition, a leading autonomous vehicle software company, has raised $600 million in a Series F funding round, doubling its valuation to $15 billion. The company aims to expand its AI-powered vehicle intelligence solutions across various sectors.

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Adobe Launches Firefly AI Mobile App with Expanded Third-Party Model Support

Adobe releases a dedicated Firefly app for iOS and Android, offering AI-powered image and video creation tools. The app includes support for multiple third-party AI models and introduces new features to enhance creative workflows.

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