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One Stop Systems wins $8.4M defense contract to deliver AI-enabled servers for intelligence ops

One Stop Systems has secured an $8.4 million defense contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to deliver 91 high-performance servers for signal surveillance and real-time AI analysis. The agreement carries potential expansion to $44 million and marks the latest addition to a growing relationship with a prime defense customer, with first shipments expected in 2026.

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One Stop Systems wins $8.4M defense contract to deliver AI-enabled servers for intelligence ops

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Ent Security raises $100M to bring AI-driven cybersecurity prevention back to the workplace

Founded by the RiskIQ duo behind Microsoft Security Copilot, Ent Security emerged from stealth with $100 million seed funding to challenge a decade of reactive cybersecurity. The startup uses small AI models running on devices to analyze intent and stop AI-powered attacks before they happen, marking one of the largest seed rounds in cybersecurity history.

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Ent Security raises $100M to bring AI-driven cybersecurity prevention back to the workplace

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Microsoft Surface gets Snapdragon X2 upgrade as AI PC demand accelerates across enterprises

Microsoft unveiled new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 processors, delivering up to 58% faster graphics and extended battery life. The devices feature dedicated neural processing units for local AI workloads and hybrid cloud workflows. Enterprise versions arrive July 14 as solution providers report surging AI PC demand.

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Microsoft Surface gets Snapdragon X2 upgrade as AI PC demand accelerates across enterprises

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Qualcomm CEO says AI agents will replace apps as chip giant develops 40 new AI-powered devices

Qualcomm is developing over 40 new AI-powered devices including smart jewelry, camera-equipped earbuds, and watches as CEO Cristiano Amon predicts AI agents will become the new interface for digital tasks. The shift signals a post-app future where wearable devices with personal AI agents could rival smartphones in scale.

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Qualcomm CEO says AI agents will replace apps as chip giant develops 40 new AI-powered devices

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Van der Waals crystal mimics human neurons, advancing AI hardware with light-based learning

Sungkyunkwan University researchers developed an optoelectronic synaptic device that mimics human neuronal and synaptic functions using a designable van der Waals crystal. The device, created through a single-step sulfurization process, learns and stores information with light, achieving 96.24% accuracy on image recognition tasks and showing 34.7% better retention efficiency than conventional materials.

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Van der Waals crystal mimics human neurons, advancing AI hardware with light-based learning

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SLB launches digital marketplace with 200 energy AI products to accelerate industry innovation

SLB has launched the SLB Digital Marketplace, featuring approximately 200 digital products including AI agents, domain models, and specialized tools for energy companies. The platform extends the company's Tela agentic AI assistant and includes solutions from over 30 partners, marking a shift toward open ecosystem innovation in the energy sector.

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SLB launches digital marketplace with 200 energy AI products to accelerate industry innovation

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Akamai launches Agentic Security Framework to secure AI agents in real-time commerce

Akamai unveiled its unified agentic security framework for Bot & Agent Control solutions, addressing identity, trust, and security challenges as AI agents increasingly handle transactions on behalf of users. The framework integrates six pillars including identity verification through partnerships with Visa, Skyfire, and Experian, enabling businesses to verify, understand, and act on every AI-driven interaction in real time at the edge.

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Akamai launches Agentic Security Framework to secure AI agents in real-time commerce

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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge debuts with Snapdragon X2 Elite but 16GB RAM sparks controversy

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Book6 Edge, the first laptop powered by Qualcomm's Snapdragon X2 Elite processor delivering 80 TOPS of AI performance. Priced at $2,100, the AI PC features a 16-inch Dynamic AMOLED display and deep Galaxy ecosystem integration. But the decision to ship with just 16GB of soldered RAM has raised questions about whether the specs match its premium positioning.

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Samsung Galaxy Book6 Edge debuts with Snapdragon X2 Elite but 16GB RAM sparks controversy

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CEVA Gets Buy Rating as Needham Sees Physical AI Opportunity for Semiconductor Leader

Needham initiated coverage on CEVA with a Buy rating and $55 price target, betting on the company's position in Physical AI. The semiconductor firm holds 68% global market share in wireless connectivity and reported $17.8 million in licensing revenue last quarter—its highest in three years.

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CEVA Gets Buy Rating as Needham Sees Physical AI Opportunity for Semiconductor Leader

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AMD Ryzen AI Halo launches at $3,999, undercutting NVIDIA's DGX Spark in AI development race

AMD opens pre-orders for its Ryzen AI Halo developer platform, a compact AI mini PC priced at $3,999 with 128GB unified memory and Linux support. The system features the Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor and directly challenges NVIDIA's DGX Spark, which now costs $4,679 due to component shortages, giving AMD a $680 price advantage.

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AMD Ryzen AI Halo launches at $3,999, undercutting NVIDIA's DGX Spark in AI development race

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Vivo X Fold 6 debuts custom Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chip built for foldables and AI

Vivo and MediaTek spent two years co-developing the Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chipset exclusively for the Vivo X Fold 6. The custom chip delivers 111% faster NPU performance and 56% lower power consumption compared to its predecessor. The foldable smartphone introduces advanced AI features including 7x faster offline speech transcription, AI File Manager, and the Atomic Workbench for large-screen multitasking.

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Vivo X Fold 6 debuts custom Dimensity 9500 Super Edition chip built for foldables and AI

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Hand-cranked AI chatbot runs entirely offline on a Raspberry Pi, challenging data center dominance

Squeez Labs has created CrankGPT, a hand-powered AI chatbot that runs on a Raspberry Pi 5 with just 8GB of RAM. The device operates completely offline using local AI models, requiring no data centers or grid electricity. While partly tongue-in-cheek, the project demonstrates how lightweight AI models can deliver practical results without massive energy infrastructure, pointing toward more sustainable and private AI deployment.

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Hand-cranked AI chatbot runs entirely offline on a Raspberry Pi, challenging data center dominance

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Microsoft tests AI features on Nvidia GPUs as Copilot+ exclusivity begins to fade

Microsoft is testing local AI features on discrete GPUs through an experimental Windows App SDK update. Systems with Nvidia GeForce RTX 30-series cards and 6GB of VRAM can now run language model APIs previously restricted to Copilot+ PCs with NPUs. The move signals a shift in Microsoft's AI strategy, potentially opening AI capabilities to millions of existing Windows 11 devices.

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Microsoft tests AI features on Nvidia GPUs as Copilot+ exclusivity begins to fade

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Coram AI raises $35M to deploy autonomous agents that investigate security footage in minutes

San Francisco-based Coram AI has closed a $35 million Series B to transform security cameras into AI-powered investigators. The physical security startup, founded by former Lyft autonomy leaders, now operates across 1,500 sites and claims to have quadrupled revenues since its Series A. Its Deep Investigation software searches months of footage across hundreds of cameras in minutes, but the technology raises questions about surveillance reach.

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Coram AI raises $35M to deploy autonomous agents that investigate security footage in minutes

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Samsung brings missing Galaxy AI features to Galaxy S25 series with June security update

Samsung has started rolling out the June 2026 update for the Galaxy S25 series, adding three Galaxy AI features that were initially missing from the One UI 8.5 release. The update introduces Prioritize Notifications, Summarize Notifications, and File Summaries—AI-powered tools that debuted with the Galaxy S26. Currently available in South Korea, the update is expected to expand globally soon.

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Samsung brings missing Galaxy AI features to Galaxy S25 series with June security update

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