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How Onix and Google Cloud are redefining patient care

Onix Networking Corp. has launched a tool called Expanse that summarizes electronic health record data for healthcare providers.
The tool utilizes artificial intelligence to analyze patient data and create customized treatment plans based on genetics, lifestyle, and medical history.
The collaboration between Onix and Google Cloud aims to accelerate the adoption of AI-powered healthcare innovations to reduce administrative burdens on healthcare providers.
AI-powered healthcare innovations enable doctors to spend more time focusing on patient care by streamlining tasks such as scheduling, billing, and medical record management.

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Revolutionary light discovery could transform AI and computing forever

Scientists at Heriot-Watt University in Scotland have discovered a new way to control light by adding a new dimension - time.
This breakthrough involves using ultra-fast pulses of light to control the properties of transparent conducting oxides (TCOs).
The discovery could revolutionize optical computing, AI, and quantum technology, leading to faster and more efficient data processing.
The ability to manipulate the speed of photons through TCOs could unlock new forms of light control and pave the way for high-speed, energy-efficient optical technologies.

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Copilot+ PC exclusive settings teased in Windows 11 preview

Microsoft is testing an interesting new aspect within the Settings of Windows 11 preview build.
The app settings called 'Actions' allow users to expand the functions of various applications.
Actions include higher-level editing features for apps like Photos and Paint.
These features are currently associated with Copilot+ PCs and require an NPU that can process at least 40 TOPS.

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The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 has a $500 discount

The Alienware x16 R2 gaming laptop with RTX 4080 is available with a $500 discount.
The original price of the laptop is $3,100, but with the discount, it is now priced at $2,600.
The Alienware x16 R2 features the Nvidia GeForce RTX 4080 graphics card, Intel Core Ultra 9 185H processor, and 32GB of RAM, making it a powerful gaming machine.
The laptop has a 16-inch screen with Full HD+ resolution and a 480Hz refresh rate, providing an immersive gaming experience.

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New ad declares Squid Game's real winner is Perplexity AI

Perplexity AI launches an ad campaign featuring Squid Game actor Lee Jung-jae.
The ad mocks Google, renamed Poogle, and highlights the importance of AI assistant reliability.
The campaign is a part of Perplexity's partnership with Artist United, co-owned by Jung-jae.
Perplexity aims to challenge Google's reputation as the go-to online information authority.

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Colony building MMO SEED links with Google’s AI tools in the hopes of giving colonists some life

Klang Games, the developer of the colony builder MMO SEED, has partnered with Google Cloud for scalability and AI tools integration.
The partnership will utilize Google Cloud's Vertex AI to handle the complexity of the society simulation in SEED.
SEED, which hasn't been officially released yet, aims to connect thousands or millions of players and offers a continuously evolving society simulation.
The recent update of SEED introduces new mechanics such as establishing a society from scratch, harvesting updates, and time-sensitive needs for in-game characters.

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SAP Debuts Joule in SAP Concur Solutions at SAP Concur Fusion 2025

SAP has announced generative AI innovations at SAP Concur Fusion 2025.
The company is embedding generative AI copilot Joule into SAP Concur solutions for automated travel and expense management.
An expanded partnership with American Express will simplify expense management for shared customers.
SAP also plans to expand access to its integration with Mastercard to automate expense entry at the time of purchase.

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Quantum computing just got an AI upgrade

Nvidia Accelerated Quantum Research Center (NVAQC) unveiled.
NVAQC aims to address scaling issues in quantum computing.
AI and supercomputing to accelerate decoding of qubit errors.
Collaboration with Quantum Machines, Quantinuum, QuEra, Harvard Quantum Initiative, and MIT Center for Quantum Engineering.

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In its largest-ever acquisition, Google buys cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32B

Google has announced its acquisition of cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion, making it the tech giant's largest-ever acquisition.
The deal values Wiz at $20 billion higher than its previous funding round and includes a $3.2 billion termination fee if the acquisition falls through.
Wiz, founded in 2020, provides a cybersecurity platform used by over half of the Fortune 100 companies to secure their cloud environments and defend against cyberattacks.
The three components of Wiz's platform include Wiz Cloud for spotting vulnerabilities, Wiz Defend for detecting attacks, and Wiz Code for identifying software flaws.
Google plans to maintain Wiz's availability across major public clouds post-acquisition and combine its technology with Google Security Operations to create a unified security platform.
This move follows Google's previous $5.4 billion acquisition of Mandiant in 2022 and is aimed at enhancing its cybersecurity offerings.
Google aims to close the Wiz acquisition in 2026 pending regulatory approvals and continues to contribute to the cybersecurity community with initiatives like BeyondCorp and SLSA.
The acquisition signifies Google's commitment to bolstering its security capabilities and providing comprehensive cybersecurity solutions across various cloud environments.
Wiz's innovative technology, strong customer base, and rapid growth in revenue have positioned it as a strategic addition to Google's cybersecurity portfolio.
Google Cloud CEO Thomas Kurian emphasized that Wiz will maintain compatibility with rival clouds and existing cybersecurity solutions post-acquisition.

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Building SUSTAIN: How a Hackathon Spark Transformed My Career and Commitment to Sustainable AI

Ontario Tech University’s 2025 HackHive hackathon inspired a team to tackle the environmental impact of generative AI models.
They developed SUSTAIN, an eco-friendly AI wrapper that optimizes token usage and reduces computational demands.
SUSTAIN received industry recognition and the team presented at the 2025 Global AI Bootcamp at Microsoft Canada.
The team's journey continues with SUSTAIN live in alpha, aiming to make AI greener, smarter, and universally accessible.

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AI’s future in healthcare: A balancing act of innovation and responsibility

AI in healthcare is advancing rapidly, but concerns arise regarding data privacy, regulation, explainability, and human involvement in decision-making.
Google Cloud's Aashima Gupta and Cognizant's Ramaswamy Rajagopal discuss AI in healthcare, emphasizing the need for self-regulation and best practices.
Ensuring enterprise-grade privacy security is crucial for building trust in AI applications touching patients and clinical diagnostics.
AI solutions in healthcare must prioritize explainability, transparency, and trust, backed by accurate and diverse datasets for model training.
Organizations need to proactively adapt AI strategies to comply with evolving regulations and maintain patient safety.
Balancing AI efficiency with strict privacy laws like HIPAA in healthcare requires adherence to legal requirements to avoid unintended consequences.
Human involvement remains essential in healthcare decision-making, and AI should complement, not replace, human compassion and empathy.
Anticipating future regulations and integrating change management strategies are key for AI-driven decisions to align with legal and ethical standards.
Continuous evaluation of AI models for compliance and transparent data usage through industry standards like a 'constant color model card' are imperative.
In healthcare, AI should incorporate empathetic elements alongside scientific decisions, recognizing the importance of human compassion in patient care.

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Microsoft Ability Summit 2025: Accessibility in the AI era

The 15th annual Microsoft Ability Summit had over 20,000 attendees from 164 countries virtually, discussing AI and accessibility.
Microsoft's commitment to accessibility spans over three decades, with new AI-powered functionalities.
Accessibility is seen as a fundamental right, benefiting not only people with disabilities but also the broader technology user base.
New products and features were announced at the 2025 Ability Summit, including the availability of Xbox Adaptive Joystick.
Microsoft aims for accessible and sustainable packaging for all hardware products.
Various advancements in accessibility technology were shared, such as Neural Voice integration and improved Sign Language View in Microsoft Teams.
AI enhancements are coming to Narrator and Azure AI Foundry, improving image descriptions and reducing cognitive load.
Accessibility Skilling program has trained over 5 million learners worldwide, focusing on AI and available for organizations.
Significant improvements in speech recognition have been achieved, benefiting non-standard speech patterns.
Microsoft's focus on accessibility has enabled impactful innovations and benefits for all users, reflecting in the workplace and society.

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Bankdata Transforms Operations with Cloud Migration

Danish fintech Bankdata partnered with Accenture to migrate its Murex’s MX.3 platform to the cloud for modernization in November 2023.
The migration to the cloud was completed within 15 months, with the new platform going live in February 2025.
Bankdata serves eight Danish banks, including Jyske Bank and Sydbank, offering services such as trading and post-trade processing.
Senior VP Mogens Sørensen mentioned the thorough investigation Bankdata conducted before the migration decision.
The move to the cloud involved refreshing infrastructure and upgrading outdated software without disrupting client services.
Accenture's assistance was sought for the migration due to their expertise in financial services technology and operations processing.
The financial services industry is gradually moving towards cloud infrastructure for scalability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
Regular upgrades using Accenture's cloud-hosted architecture can improve compliance, security, and time to market for new products.
Bankdata's transition to the cloud has led to enhanced monitoring capabilities, offering predictability and cost savings for their clients.
The partnership with Accenture demonstrates the growing trend of financial institutions embracing modern technologies to enhance operations.

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Persistent and Google’s joint venture to reshape the life sciences industry

Persistent Systems Ltd. has launched a life sciences solution, Pi-OmniKG, to help healthcare professionals manage and analyze vast amounts of data.
Pi-OmniKG utilizes a modular Knowledge Graph (KG) framework using artificial intelligence (AI) and the Google tech stack to create actionable insights from curated data sources.
The solution addresses the challenges of dealing with enormous, interconnected, and multimodal life sciences data, and aims to support drug discovery and precision medicine through visualization and analysis of genomic data.
By integrating knowledge graphs and large language models (LLMs), Pi-OmniKG enables researchers and scientists to derive value from the data and ask the right questions.

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Apple Studio Display review: the perfect match for any Mac

The Apple Studio Display is a popular and affordable monitor for Mac users, starting at $1,599.
While expensive, it is considered one of the best displays for Mac users, offering superior HiDPI support and great image quality.
The monitor features an excellent build quality, gorgeous design, and Mac-like simplicity, along with an impressive speaker and webcam setup.
However, it has limited configuration options and is not recommended for Windows users due to the lack of on-screen display (OSD) and settings controls.
The Studio Display offers minimal ports, focusing on four USB-C ports, and integrates well with Apple devices through Continuity features.
With high-quality audio, a 12MP webcam, and True Tone technology, the Studio Display delivers an excellent user experience, especially for Mac users.
The 27-inch IPS panel with 5K resolution provides excellent image quality, supporting 1 billion colors and up to 600 nits of brightness.
While lacking HDR support, the Studio Display excels in text sharpness and color accuracy, making it ideal for tasks like writing and general computing.
Overall, the Apple Studio Display, while pricey, is a top choice for Mac users seeking a high-quality monitor that seamlessly integrates with their devices.
The monitor's design, image quality, and ease of use contribute to its appeal, offering a premium experience for those willing to invest in a top-tier display.

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