Artificial Intelligence

Microsoft, AWS deploy engineer armies to help crack AI

AWS and Microsoft deploy thousands of engineers to help clients implement AI, aiming to improve returns on AI investments. The initiatives follow similar moves by OpenAI and Anthropic as companies seek faster AI adoption despite limited business benefits.

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UBTECH unveils its UWORLD U1 Series humanoid robot during the company's 2026 Global Launch Event in Shenzhen, China, on June 30, 2026.(UBTECH Robotics/Facebook)

China markets humanoid robots as companions amid demographic crisis

Chinese robotics company UBTech has introduced a humanoid robot marketed for companionship as the country confronts gender imbalance and population aging, highlighting technology's emerging role in addressing demographic challenges.

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Scientists build synthetic cell in major step toward artificial life

Scientists say the achievement can transform research into the origins of life while opening new possibilities for producing medicines, biofuels, advanced materials and environmentally friendly chemicals through engineered biological systems.

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A student participates in a hands-on class of the Advanced Electrical program at Apex Technical School in Manhattan, New York, on June 4, 2026 (AFP)

'Job forever': Trade schools are all the rage in the AI era

Among 27- to 39-year-olds who use AI multiple times a week, only 22% believe their jobs are "safe from being eliminated," according to payroll group ADP's People at Work 2026 report.

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Meta shares surge on report of new AI cloud business

Bloomberg says Meta is developing plans to compete directly with Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud by monetizing the excess computing capacity it has built while racing to develop artificial intelligence.

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US President Donald Trump signed two orders on quantum computing accompanied by US National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross (L), White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratsios (3rd-L), Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick (3rd

US govt lifts restrictions on powerful AI models, Anthropic says

"We've received notice that the Department of Commerce has lifted export controls on Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5," Anthropic posted on X. "We'll begin restoring access tomorrow."

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Data centers emitting more CO2 than thought: Study

A new study says AI-driven data centers emit far more carbon than previously estimated, with emissions, electricity demand, water consumption and climate costs expected to rise sharply by 2030.

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WhatsApp messenger to begin offering usernames

WhatsApp introduces unique usernames, allowing users to connect without sharing phone numbers. The update enhances privacy, has no searchable directory, and rolls out globally over the coming months, while creators and businesses can reserve existing Meta usernames.

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First global rules adopted for self-driving cars: UN

The UN adopts the first global regulations for fully autonomous vehicles, establishing uniform international safety standards. Backed by major auto markets, the framework requires strict testing, safety oversight, and performance monitoring, with implementation expected from January 2027.

June 24, 2026

Wikipedia won't let AI edit articles, cofounder says

Wikipedia cofounder Jimmy Wales says AI cannot directly edit articles due to ongoing hallucination issues. He supports AI for helping editors but urges companies to pay for heavy site usage.

June 22, 2026

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