Microsoft recently introduced Scout, an AI assistant that can handle phone calls, read emails, and organize schedules without needing constant supervision. This is part of a new group of AI tools called "Autopilot, " which work independently instead of just helping users like older assistants did. S
Voice tech promises to free nurses from typing while they care for patients, but real-world tests show it’s not that simple. Paper records used to be the norm, but now digital systems rule nursing work. The idea is to let nurses talk instead of type, keeping their hands and eyes on the patient. Earl
A massive letter from the pope on AI surprised many by avoiding extreme views. Instead of rejecting technology outright, it called for careful use while warning about risks like inequality and loss of human dignity. The document, released with an AI expert, stirred debate among Catholics about how f
The U. S. government just changed the rules for powerful AI tools. Instead of waiting for these systems to hit the market, officials now want a sneak peek—up to a month early. President Trump signed an order asking AI companies to hand over their most advanced models for review before wider release.
Many colleges struggle to help students get textbooks and supplies before classes start. Different systems—bookstores, publishers, and websites—often don’t work together well. A company called BibliU thinks it has a simpler way. The company just raised $55 million from investors like BlackRock. It
Power cuts can catch you off guard, leaving your fridge useless and food spoiling fast. Keeping appliances running during blackouts usually means bulky generators or expensive setups. A new device called the Solix S2000 aims to make this easier, promising up to 35 hours of continuous power for a fri
The White House just set up a quick review system for the most powerful AI tools before they hit the market. Developers can choose to join in, but they won't have to. The whole process gives the government just 30 days to flag any national security worries. That’s a short window for an industry that
Doctors may soon have a new tool to spot heart attack risks faster. A small ECG device, about the size of a credit card, could help predict heart attacks before symptoms get serious. In a study, researchers tested it on 184 patients with chest pain. The device, used with an algorithm, correctly iden
A company linked to Andrew Yang just bought a mobile service that runs on crypto. Helium Mobile, which once gave away free plans, now belongs to Noble Mobile. Both companies want to sell cheap phone plans to challenge big carriers like Verizon and AT&T. Frank Mong, who helps run Helium Mobile, said
Duke Energy is a big power company in North Carolina. It feeds electricity to many parts of the southeast U. S. Recently, big tech firms have been building huge data centers. These centers need a lot of power and are pushing the grid to its limits. Because of this demand, Duke is looking
