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Google’s AI Agents Finally Beat Minecraft. It Took 27 Hours and 605 Deaths
Four Google DeepMind AI agents defeated Minecraft's Ender Dragon after 27 hours and 605 deaths, revealing both the promise and limitations of autonomous AI. The post Google’s AI Agents Finally Beat Minecraft. It Took 27 Hours and 605 Deaths appeared first on TechRepublic.
DHS Orders DeepSeek Removed from Federal IT Systems Over Security Risks
DHS has ordered DeepSeek removed from federal civilian IT systems over security concerns. Learn what the restrictions mean for agencies and technology vendors. The post DHS Orders DeepSeek Removed from Federal IT Systems Over Security Risks appeared first on TechRepublic.
Replit CEO Says ChatGPT Is Better Now, but Anthropic Isn’t Out
Replit has chosen OpenAI as its preferred AI partner while keeping Anthropic models available. Here's what the shift means for developers and enterprise teams. The post Replit CEO Says ChatGPT Is Better Now, but Anthropic Isn’t Out appeared first on TechRepublic.
Nvidia RTX Spark Brings Local AI Agents to Windows Laptops
Nvidia RTX Spark laptops start at $2,599. Explore local AI capabilities, compatibility checks, and the cost and security trade-offs IT teams should assess. The post Nvidia RTX Spark Brings Local AI Agents to Windows Laptops appeared first on TechRepublic.
Get 50+ AI Models for Life in One Plan for $30
Cancel your individual AI subscriptions and get lifetime access to 50+ models for only $29.97 (reg. $499) with code SAVE10. The post Get 50+ AI Models for Life in One Plan for $30 appeared first on TechRepublic.
What Is Tool Calling in AI? How It Works and Why It Matters
Learn how AI tool calling works, how it differs from APIs and MCP, and what businesses should know about integrations, permissions and security risks. The post What Is Tool Calling in AI? How It Works and Why It Matters appeared first on TechRepublic.
Gmail AI Inbox Reaches Workspace: What IT Admins Can Control
Gmail AI Inbox is expanding to paid Google Workspace accounts. Learn what IT admins can control, how rollout works, and what users should verify. The post Gmail AI Inbox Reaches Workspace: What IT Admins Can Control appeared first on TechRepublic.
Turn Raw Gameplay Into Shareable Clips With This $50 AI Editor
ViceForge Gamer Pro finds wins, eliminations, and clutch plays in your footage, then exports polished clips. The post Turn Raw Gameplay Into Shareable Clips With This $50 AI Editor appeared first on TechRepublic.
White House Begins 120-Day AI Safety Review Amid Growing Security Concerns
The White House AI task force has begun a 120-day review of cybersecurity, biosecurity and oversight, with potential implications for businesses and developers. The post White House Begins 120-Day AI Safety Review Amid Growing Security Concerns appeared first on TechRepublic.
Why teaching AI about symmetry could make prenatal diagnosis more reliable
A model developed by researchers at MIT and Boston Children's Hospital adjusts scans on the fly to track fetal movement, potentially sparing families repeat hospital visits.
Thailand Becomes First to Launch Microsoft’s 19-Country AI Jobs Initiative
Thailand becomes the first country in Microsoft's 19-nation AI jobs initiative, linking AI education and workforce training with employer demand. The post Thailand Becomes First to Launch Microsoft’s 19-Country AI Jobs Initiative appeared first on TechRepublic.
Nvidia’s OCP Moves Highlight How Openness Can Help Scale AI
At the 2026 OCP Global Summit, Nvidia opened up its Vera Rubin rack designs, released open-source AI factory software, and announced plans with Cisco for a new pluggable-optics specification. Here's why openness has become a scaling requirement, and what IT pros should do about it. The post Nvidia’s OCP Moves Highlight How Openness Can Help Scale AI appeared first on TechRepublic.
Your Security Stack Knows Who Logged In. But Does It Know What AI Agents Do Next?
AI agents expose gaps in enterprise access controls and audit trails. Here's how security leaders can rethink identity, data governance, and oversight. The post Your Security Stack Knows Who Logged In. But Does It Know What AI Agents Do Next? appeared first on TechRepublic.
Microsoft Unveils 2.8 Trillion-Parameter AI Model, Claims Major Efficiency Gains
Microsoft introduces MAI-Base-2, a 2.8 trillion-parameter AI model, claiming major training efficiency gains as it expands its independent AI strategy. The post Microsoft Unveils 2.8 Trillion-Parameter AI Model, Claims Major Efficiency Gains appeared first on TechRepublic.
How to Make PowerPoint Presentations With ChatGPT Slides
Learn how to create, edit, present, and export PowerPoint decks with ChatGPT Slides, plus eligible plans, Windows requirements, and current limits. The post How to Make PowerPoint Presentations With ChatGPT Slides appeared first on TechRepublic.
Google Messages’ New Scam Protection Uses Cloud AI: What Happens to Your Privacy?
Google Messages is adding optional cloud Gemini scam detection. Here's what happens on-device, what moves to Private AI Compute, and what remains unclear. The post Google Messages’ New Scam Protection Uses Cloud AI: What Happens to Your Privacy? appeared first on TechRepublic.
Samsung Health Sleep Coaching Now Needs 3 Days: Which Devices Qualify?
Samsung cut Sleep Coaching setup from seven days to three. Here are the Galaxy watches, fitness bands, phones, and software versions that qualify. The post Samsung Health Sleep Coaching Now Needs 3 Days: Which Devices Qualify? appeared first on TechRepublic.
Eight US States Sue OpenAI Over Alleged ChatGPT Safety Risks to Children
Eight US states have sued OpenAI over alleged ChatGPT safety risks to children. Here's what the lawsuits claim and how the company is responding. The post Eight US States Sue OpenAI Over Alleged ChatGPT Safety Risks to Children appeared first on TechRepublic.
Giving AI a “crystal clear” view of the materials world
New research can help AI models understand crystalline materials in 3D and reason about their properties.
Fostering community amid Kendall Square’s innovation
The 18th annual Kendall Square Association Annual Meeting explored how new technologies could be a force for shared prosperity in society.
