Spotlight on Technology

When Customers Ask AI for Advice, Will They Find Your Business?

When Customers Ask AI for Advice, Will They Find Your Business?
(NewsUSA) - Before contacting a company, a potential customer may have a question: What should I look for in a contractor? How do I compare service providers? Which businesses can help solve my …
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Why breast cancer survivors deserve personalized monitoring

(BPT) - For the more than 4 million breast cancer survivors in the U.S., chemotherapy and radiation isn't the end of their cancer journey or their worries. In fact, according to the National Cancer …
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Why enterprise contract data is failing AI

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Enterprises are rapidly adopting AI agents for contract management. But when contract data lacks context, the answers AI produces can be difficult to trust.Contract data is …
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From fridge to full house: The smart shopper's backup-power guide

(BPT) - If the power were to go out right now, how long could you keep your refrigerator cold? According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, you've got just four hours without power before …

Battle for Biotech Leadership: U.S. vs. China

Battle for Biotech Leadership: U.S. vs. China

(NewsUSA) - The battle for global leadership in biotechnology is not won or lost in a single field, but is spread across areas including supply chains, manufacturing capacity, data holdings, and …

More than an AI copilot: Navigating the 5 stages to autonomous data engineering
Snowflake reports on the evolution to autonomous data engineering, emphasizing a shift from manual pipeline management to focusing on data products for business outcomes.
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5 ways to improve ventilation in residential and multifamily homes

(BPT) - Key takeaways:Proper ventilation is integral to the comfort and well-being of residents in multifamily constructions.Builders and contractors should carefully consider methods to improve …
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What happens when the business changes faster than the training?

(BPT) - Key takeaways:A growing number of companies are turning to an AI-powered platform to help customer-facing teams create training that will build skills around productive innovation and process …
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4 Design Trends That Will Shape Kitchens and Baths in 2027

(BPT) - After years of neutral, one-size-fits-all rooms, homeowners are looking for spaces that feel like their own, with finishes that get better with age and layouts that fit how they really live. …
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Nearly 9 in 10 Millennials and Almost 8 in 10 Gen Z Carry Debt

(BPT) - New research reveals how AI, gambling and money shame are shaping younger Americans' financial lives.Millennials and Gen Z are facing significant financial pressure, with many seeing their …
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How to spot and avoid AI scams

(BPT) - Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become part of many people's everyday lives. Unfortunately, that includes scammers. The good news? You don't need to be a tech expert to protect …
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Focus on Education and Safety for AI Use

Focus on Education and Safety for AI Use
(NewsUSA) - Americans across the political spectrum agree on how the country should approach artificial intelligence, according to a new report by Gallup and the Special Competitive Studies Project …

The Geography of Quantum Innovation Goes Local

The Geography of Quantum Innovation Goes Local
(NewsUSA) - Quantum information science, engineering, and technologies (QISET) is in its second phase, now rapidly evolving from lab-based projects to real-world applications that are impacting the …

Rule Changes to Federal Research Grants Could Cost America Its Technology Lead

Rule Changes to Federal Research Grants Could Cost America Its Technology Lead
(NewsUSA) - Proposed rule changes at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) could weaken the research enterprise that underpins American technology leadership, according to experts at the Special …

6 questions financial firm leaders should ask about AI maturity

Jump reports that AI adoption among financial advisors has surged to 85%. 

A founder-led production studio is building brands with AI video

Higgsfield AI reports on One of One, an AI-native studio that created a successful Maradona apparel campaign, demonstrating cost-effective and innovative brand storytelling.

The AI agents never broke in. They logged in

Ironclad reports on a 2026 incident where AI agents autonomously accessed systems without human assistance, exploiting flaws to bypass security measures and emphasize the need for robust credential management and monitoring.

Disconnected data is stifling ROI from agentic AI

Teradata reports that data fragmentation hinders ROI from agentic AI, with only 37% of companies seeing strong returns despite increased investments.

Migrating your sales pipeline to a new CRM: A 6-step plan for keeping your deal history

Nutshell reports a six-step plan for migrating CRM data, emphasizing the importance of preserving deal history and ensuring accurate data transfer between systems.

Federal privacy legislation in 2026: The 49 bills reshaping US data privacy law

Captain Compliance reports that by September 2026, 49 federal privacy bills are shaping U.S. data privacy law, with a focus on children's privacy, AI, and comprehensive legislation.

A flaw in three major AI agent platforms shows why guardrails don't work

Redpanda reports on a flaw called CoreBreak in major AI agent platforms, exposing inadequate guardrails. 

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It Starts With a Game: How Gaming Became the Front Door to Friendship

It Starts With a Game: How Gaming Became the Front Door to Friendship

(NewsUSA) - Gaming has transformed over the past three decades. In 1999, fewer than one in five players reported playing online, according to the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), and today, …

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Tech companies need more data centers. So why are nearly half of all planned projects delayed or canceled?

ProLift reports nearly half of planned U.S. data centers face delays due to power constraints, equipment shortages, and regulatory issues, hampering AI growth.
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AI agent governance at scale: The four pillars every enterprise needs

Redpanda reports that effective AI agent governance relies on four pillars: identity, authorization, observability, and accountability, to manage imperfect agents safely.
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Asking AI for health or money advice? Here's where it gets its answers from.

Stacker reports on AI platforms' top-cited sources for health and finance topics, highlighting trusted sites like PubMed and Experian, with an emphasis on verifying information.
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Why and how to implement privacy management in organizations

Vanta reports that privacy management has evolved into an ongoing operational function, requiring formal programs to handle personal data responsibly and comply with regulations.
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Your boss is watching you: Workplace surveillance is on the rise, spurred by AI

Knowable Magazine reports that workplace surveillance is rising due to AI, with many employees monitored in real time. 
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Businesses are embracing AI in calls, and so are scammers. How can you trust a voice on the line?

Sinch reports that AI voice scams are on the rise, with Americans losing $665 million in phone fraud in early 2026, making detection increasingly difficult.
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Study: AI coding tools do not write accessible code

AudioEye reports that popular AI coding tools fail to meet basic accessibility standards, with a study revealing 306 issues across 15 AI-built sites.
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How to spot imposter scams

Wells Fargo reports imposter scams surged in 2024, costing $2.95 billion. 
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AI is moving onto the construction site

The Infinite Loop by Nebius reports on All3's AI-powered robots set to transform construction in Koblenz by increasing efficiency, cutting costs, and addressing labor shortages.
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The benefits of managed IT services for legal firms

Frontline Managed Services reports that managed IT services are vital for law firms, offering cybersecurity, compliance support, and cost-effective IT solutions to protect sensitive data.
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How to avoid a SIM swap scam

Forbright Bank reports that SIM swap scams, where criminals hijack phone numbers to access accounts, are rising.