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28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Google Cloud responds to AI-accelerated cyberattacks with a platform that aims to close security gaps in minutes

Google Cloud has launched the "AI Threat Defense" platform, designed to automatically discover, assess, and patch security vulnerabilities in enterprise systems. This platform incorporates technologies acquired through previous acquisitions, enhancing its capability to address increasing threats. This initiative comes in response to the rise of AI-accelerated cyberattacks, aiming to provide quick and effective solutions for protecting sensitive data. The new platform is part of Google’s strategy to bolster cybersecurity in enterprise environments.

Agents

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Sesame, the conversational AI startup from Oculus founders, launches its iOS app

Sesame has launched its new iOS app, allowing users to interact with conversational AI agents. The app aims to provide a more natural interaction experience, making conversations feel like they are with a real person rather than traditional chatbots. The app features a design that facilitates smooth interactions, incorporating advanced AI technologies to enhance the quality of conversations. This development is part of Sesame's efforts to deliver a superior user experience, focusing on more natural and responsive replies.

Business

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Google Pay preps for AI agents with Universal Commerce Protocol

Google is overhauling Google Pay to accommodate a surge in transactions from AI agents. The introduction of the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) aims to standardize communication between AI agents and payment systems, eliminating the need for custom integrations. A new Merchant Commerce Platform (MCP) server will manage merchant integrations and analyze transaction trends, simplifying the backend for developers. This restructuring positions Google Pay as a central hub for transactions driven by autonomous agents.

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Sneak peek at new Siri app reveals Apple’s plans to take on ChatGPT and more

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Models

Google launches a tiny board that runs Gemma 3 locally

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Google launches a tiny board that runs Gemma 3 locally

Google has launched the new Coral Board at the Google I/O event, a compact computer designed for local AI processing. This board effectively runs the Gemma 3 model, showcasing its integrated design and capabilities. The Coral Board is part of Google's efforts to enhance AI use on devices, allowing developers to create more efficient and faster applications. It offers improved performance over previous versions, facilitating the development of intelligent applications.

Business

Mistral Responds to Pope's Criticism on AI Use in Warfare

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Mistral Responds to Pope's Criticism on AI Use in Warfare

Arthur Minch, CEO of Mistral, responded to the Pope's criticisms regarding the use of AI in warfare, emphasizing the need to protect Europe. He noted that competitors are utilizing this technology, necessitating the development of unique European capabilities. Mistral, which provides the French military with AI models, announced the establishment of a new data center in L'Isle-d'Abeau with a computing power of 10 megawatts, set to open in Q3 2026. The company aims to reach 200 megawatts of computing power by the end of 2027.

Agents

NVIDIA Research Advances Robotics From Simulation to the Real World

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Agents

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

NVIDIA Research Advances Robotics From Simulation to the Real World

Robotics is entering a new phase, transitioning from demonstrations to reliable autonomy in the real world. At the ICRA conference, NVIDIA presented 28 papers detailing how the shift from simulation to reality serves as a foundational aspect of this transition. The research addresses challenges such as coordinating multiple arms, developing general policies, and interacting with novel objects. Key technologies in this field include ScheduleStream, which allows robotic arms to plan and move in parallel, achieving speed increases of up to three times.

Agents

Why MuleRun could be the next craze: new Alibaba AI agent platform promises safer adoption

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Agents

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Why MuleRun could be the next craze: new Alibaba AI agent platform promises safer adoption

Alibaba has launched its new AI agent platform, MuleRun, at the Alibaba Cloud summit on May 20. This platform aims to replicate the success of AI tools like OpenClaw while addressing privacy and security concerns. MuleRun provides a comprehensive service for users to access various AI agents, enhancing operational efficiency. MuleRun is an innovative platform that offers integrated services, facilitating user access to different AI tools. Alibaba aims to improve user experience with a strong focus on security and privacy, responding to the growing demand for AI solutions in the market.

Agents

Mistral rebrands LeChat as Vibe, betting its chatbot's future is as a full-blown work agent

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Agents

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Mistral rebrands LeChat as Vibe, betting its chatbot's future is as a full-blown work agent

Mistral AI has rebranded its chatbot from Le Chat to Vibe, introducing new features. The new Work Mode integrates with platforms like Google Workspace, Outlook, Slack, and GitHub, enabling independent task processing such as emails and reports. This move positions Mistral more competitively against agent-based solutions from OpenAI, Google, and Anthropic, indicating a strategic shift in their product offerings.

Agents

How Endava builds an agentic organization with Codex

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Agents

28 May 202612 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

How Endava builds an agentic organization with Codex

Endava has announced its use of Codex to accelerate software delivery, reducing requirements analysis from weeks to hours. This initiative is part of Endava's strategy to create an agentic organization, enhancing operational efficiency by integrating AI into workflows. Such advancements are expected to improve the company's competitiveness in the market, enabling it to meet customer demands more swiftly and effectively.