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12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Google tests AMIE for clinical video consultations

Google has launched its medical AI system, AMIE, which conducted video consultations with professional actors and received clinical evaluator ratings comparable to physicians. Fifteen trained actors portrayed various medical conditions, including cardiopulmonary and neurological issues. Google emphasizes that studies involving real patients are essential before clinical use can be established.

Business

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

NVIDIA CEO Tops Glassdoor’s 2026 List of Best CEOs

Jensen Huang, founder and CEO of NVIDIA, has been ranked No. 1 on Glassdoor's Best CEOs list for 2026. He received a 99% approval rating from employees, reflecting his exceptional leadership amid rapid changes in the workplace. This ranking marks the return of the Best CEOs list after a five-year hiatus, replacing the Best-Led Companies list. Glassdoor emphasizes the impact of executive leadership on employee experience and company reputation, with NVIDIA also ranking first in the Best Places to Work in Technology and AI.

Agents

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Legal startup founder Robert Mahari joins Anthropic to lead Claude's push into law practices

Robert Mahari, a legal startup founder, has joined Anthropic as the first "Head of Claude for Legal." He will be responsible for deploying and expanding the Claude AI model within the legal industry. This move comes as interest in AI applications in law grows, with many lawyers seeking to enhance their practice efficiency. Mahari aims to leverage Claude AI to meet the needs of lawyers and their clients. This initiative is expected to transform how lawyers operate, enhancing their ability to provide more effective legal services. It marks a significant shift in the integration of technology within the legal sector.

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Has Anthropic's new watermarking feature opened up another can of AI worms?

What are the implications of watermarking for AI-generated content?

Arab AI Scene

Six startups advance in debut Mastercard Lighthouse UAE

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Arab AI Scene

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Six startups advance in debut Mastercard Lighthouse UAE

The UAE government, in collaboration with the Mastercard Center for Advanced AI, has selected six startups to participate in the inaugural Mastercard Lighthouse UAE program. These startups were chosen from 14 finalists and will undergo a four-month mentorship aimed at scaling their technologies and connecting them with financial institutions and investors.

Models

Nvidia's Nemotron 4 aims for one trillion parameters, a scale Chinese labs already surpassed

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Models

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Nvidia's Nemotron 4 aims for one trillion parameters, a scale Chinese labs already surpassed

Nvidia is developing Nemotron 4, an open-weight model aimed at competing with the best freely available AI models globally. Nemotron 4 aspires to reach one trillion parameters, a scale already surpassed by Chinese labs in the AI field. This model represents a strategic move by Nvidia to strengthen its market position. This development highlights the importance of innovation in AI, as executives seek to leverage open models to enhance their competitive capabilities. Nemotron 4 is expected to open new avenues for research and applications in the industry.

Agents

Grok is now an AI ‘teammate’ you can assign work

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Agents

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Grok is now an AI ‘teammate’ you can assign work

SpaceXAI has launched Grok Bot, an AI agent service designed to act as an independent teammate capable of completing tasks. Grok Bot operates within its own cloud computing environment, allowing it to sign into apps, tools, and websites already in use. The agent returns to the user only when tasks are completed or when approval is needed. This move is part of SpaceXAI's efforts to compete with other AI services like OpenAI's ChatGPT Work and Anthropic's Claude Cowork. Grok Bot aims to facilitate multi-step task completion in workplace environments, reflecting the growing trend of AI adoption in business.

Models

Tech innovator uses AI to rebuild David Webb’s Hong Kong database

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Models

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Tech innovator uses AI to rebuild David Webb’s Hong Kong database

Keith Li King-wah, a tech entrepreneur, announced his plan to rebuild the Webb-site database created by the late David Webb. This initiative will utilize artificial intelligence to modernize the 27-year-old database, following Webb's death in January this year. The Webb-site database is a crucial resource for corporate governance information, developed over three decades. Li aims to implement technological enhancements to this database, highlighting the role of AI in updating information and improving accessibility.

Agents

Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Agents

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Oh Lord, AI Reporters Are Actually Breaking Big News

Last week, an AI newsroom managed to outperform traditional journalists, including WIRED, in covering a story related to OpenAI and hacking. This incident showcases the ability of artificial intelligence to deliver fast and accurate reporting, raising questions about the future of traditional journalism. This technology could change how news is gathered and distributed. These developments suggest that AI-driven newsrooms may become more prevalent, posing new challenges for traditional journalists. Media decision-makers must consider how to adapt to this growing trend.

Models

Microsoft's new MAI Code 1.1 Flash gets crushed by Deepseek on both price and performance

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Models

12 Aug 202629 Safar 1448 AH

Microsoft's new MAI Code 1.1 Flash gets crushed by Deepseek on both price and performance

Microsoft has launched the MAI Code 1.1 Flash, which is reported to be 25% more token-efficient at a quarter of the cost of its predecessor. However, benchmarks reveal that the new model is outperformed by the cheaper Deepseek V4 Flash in both price and performance. This move reflects a recurring pattern at Microsoft, where it promotes open AI while embedding less efficient proprietary models into its applications.