Today's AI Pulse
Salesforce to acquire AI‑agent platform Fin for $3.6B
Salesforce announced a $3.6 billion purchase of Fin, the AI‑agent platform formerly known as Intercom, to strengthen its Agentforce suite. The deal comes as Salesforce reported strong Q1 results and a $50 billion buyback program. Fin’s technology enables automated customer support across chat, email, WhatsApp, phone and Slack.
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By the numbers: Waymo acquires Apple’s Arizona Proving Ground for $220M
Resemble AI Unveils Deepfake Detection Tools Amid Synthetic Media Surge
Resemble AI released a deepfake threat report and two free detection tools—a Chrome extension that scans images, video and audio, and an X bot that lets users verify suspicious posts without leaving the platform. The company also added enterprise features such as multimodal watermarking, zero‑retention mode for sensitive media, and reverse‑image search for synthetic content lacking a digital footprint. The 2025 report documented 1,567 verified deepfake incidents from 3,253 news stories, with non‑consensual intimate imagery and child sexual‑abuse material comprising 20 % of cases, and linked nearly $1.3 billion in fraud losses to generative‑AI deepfakes. Resemble AI’s tools aim to make multimodal AI security a baseline for both enterprises and everyday users as Europol predicts up to 90 % of online content could be AI‑generated by the end of 2026.
A 27-Year-Old Just Raised $450 Million to Bet that AI’s Future Runs on Nuclear Power
Valar Atomics, a California startup founded by 27‑year‑old Isaiah Taylor, announced a $450 million financing round that values the company at $2 billion. The capital mix includes $340 million in equity and $110 million in debt, following a $130 million Series A five months earlier. Valar’s...
New York’s Frontier AI Law Gets a California Makeover – With Some Key Differences
New York’s amended Responsible AI Safety and Education (RAISE) Act, signed on March 27, 2026, aligns closely with California’s Transparency in Frontier Artificial Intelligence Act (TFAIA) by adopting the same frontier‑AI framework and transparency‑report requirements. The law revises key definitions,...
Prompt Injection in LinkedIn Bio Actually Delivered Recipe
My silly prompt injection in my LinkedIn bio asking for crème brûlée recipe actually worked
AI Will Replace Tableau and PowerBI with Instant Dashboards
AI is about to kill Tableau and PowerBI. Every dashboard can now be created in seconds with these Free Agents:
Ambience Healthcare Launches Chart Chat for Nursing with Cleveland Clinic Pilot
Ambience Healthcare has introduced Chart Chat for Nursing, an EHR‑integrated conversational AI that lets inpatient nurses retrieve patient information with plain‑language queries. The tool debuted in a pilot with Cleveland Clinic, the first health system to test the technology after a...
From Adhoc AI to Accountable Tax Workflows
A February 2026 Tolley survey of over 400 UK tax professionals shows AI is now routine in tax research, knowledge management and document analysis, with 84% using AI for research. Despite this high adoption, only 23% have integrated AI into...
Sona Raises $45M to Help Businesses Manage Frontline Operations with AI
Sona Technologies announced a $45 million Series B funding round led by N47, bringing its total capital to over $100 million. The AI platform modernizes frontline labor management by forecasting schedules, weather, traffic and worker availability. New capital will accelerate U.S. market expansion...
The Top Customer Service Trends and Technologies for 2026: Customer Service Is Getting Supercharged
Artificial intelligence has moved from experimental pilots to core contact‑center workflows, powering real‑time response suggestions, sentiment analysis, and automated summaries. AI‑driven routing and triage have cut average hunting time from 5.15 to 2.37 minutes, while agents shift toward problem‑solving roles...
AI‑Assisted Development: Small Gains or Ten‑fold Leap?
What is the actual impact of AI-assisted development in large enterprises? On my own projects, it feels like a step change. But at scale? Is it 10 percent faster or 10x?
HLRS: Particle Scattering Model Could Improve Low-Orbit Spaceflight
Scientists at the University of Stuttgart’s ATLAS center used HLRS’s Hawk supercomputer to run 225,000 molecular‑dynamics simulations of oxygen atoms striking satellite materials in very low Earth orbit (VLEO). The data trained a machine‑learning scattering kernel that can predict particle‑surface...
Data Analysis and AI Literacy Emerge as the Defining Skills for Accounting Professionals
IDC’s new study of over 1,000 audit and accounting professionals finds data analysis now the top skill for the AI‑driven era, with AI and technology literacy a close second. Only 28% of respondents feel fully prepared to reskill staff for...
Restrict Agent Permissions to Mitigate Data Exfiltration
Why I am using agents on locked down sandboxes on EC2 instances and still have more to do. I don’t give agents credentials for the most part. The data needs to somehow be exfiltrated and sent back to the attacker....
I Used Gmail's AI Tool to Do Hours of Work for Me in 10 Minutes - with 3 Prompts
Google’s Gmail now lets users type natural‑language prompts directly into the search bar, turning the inbox into an AI‑powered command center. In a ZDNET test, the author used three simple prompts to extract vendor status, contact details, and generate a...
AI Agents Challenge Vendor Control Over Software Use
We’re about to spend the next decade in tech arguing about something that used to feel settled: who actually gets to decide how software is used once it’s deployed. For most of the last 30 years, the answer was straightforward. The...
AI-Driven Identity Must Exist in a Robust Compliance Framework
Enterprises are rapidly adopting AI‑driven identity and verification tools, but UK regulators are demanding that governance, risk and compliance (GRC) precede deployment. New legislation such as the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025, the Online Safety Act 2025, and updated ICO guidance...
Conversational AI & Customer Experience Summit Singapore 2026
The Conversational AI & Customer Experience Summit (CACES) will convene on May 15, 2026 in Singapore, organized by Altrusia, to examine how conversational AI reshapes customer experience across the APAC region. The one‑day event covers emerging NLP and machine‑learning trends,...
Amazon AI Chatbot Ads Get Few Clicks, Cost Half the Price
88 clicks versus 500K. Whoa -> More data about ads in AI: Amazon's "sponsored prompts" for its Rufus AI assistant are yielding significantly lower traffic than traditional ads, but are more cost-effective "Amazon’s new form of chatbot ads have only...
AI Ties Between Defence and Tech Sectors Spark Investor Concerns
Alphabet faces heightened scrutiny as three activist investors—SHARE, Parnassus and PFA—file a governance complaint highlighting the company’s AI ties to the defence sector. The filing warns of inadvertent exposure to defence contracts through AI technologies that could entangle the tech...
Rich On Tech Episode 168 - April 4, 2026
Rich on Tech Episode 168 features Helix CEO Alex Oberg discussing a privacy‑first digital ID layer designed to verify authenticity amid rising AI‑generated deepfakes. Travel expert Johnny Jet shares actionable advice on handling flight disruptions and optimizing booking strategies. Jefferson...
Generative AI Is the Future of Traffic Engineering, Miovision Says
Miovision will roll out its generative‑AI traffic‑engineering agent, Mateo, on April 7, allowing transit authorities and private firms to ask natural‑language questions of sensor data. The tool promises to cut diagnostic time by up to 90%, turning multi‑day investigations into roughly...
The Hardest Lesson in Generative AI: Saying No
The head of the innovation lab at Zeidler Group says the toughest part of building with generative AI is learning to say no. While excitement around large language models fuels a flood of project proposals, many initiatives lack the technical...
Nothing Could Launch Its Own Pair of AI Smart Glasses Next Year
Nothing, the Carl Pei‑founded consumer tech brand, is reportedly preparing to launch its own AI‑powered smart glasses in the first half of 2027. The device will incorporate cameras, microphones and speakers, relying on a smartphone and cloud connection for AI...
AI Crypto Trading Bots in 2026: Platform Comparison and Key Features
In 2026 AI-powered crypto trading bots have become mainstream tools for both novice and seasoned investors, automating trade execution and risk management. The article reviews seven platforms—BitsStrategy, Pionex, Cryptohopper, 3Commas, TradeSanta, HaasOnline and Quadency—highlighting each service’s core capabilities and target...
AI Agents Cause Job Loss, Developers Feel Guilty
The guilt of building AI agents that have led to lay-offs https://t.co/6GeZKoMlRW via @YouTube #layoff #jobloss #artificialintelligence #AI #AIagent @SpirosMargaris @PawlowskiMario @mvollmer1 @gvalan @ipfconline1 @LaurentAlaus @Shi4Tech @Fisher85M @kalydeoo @Ym78200 @Nicochan33 @chboursin @3itcom @Fabriziobustama @sallyeaves @helene_wpli @ahier @rwang0 @EvanKirstel @RLDI_Lamy @Analytics_699 @Khulood_Almani @tewoz...
1‑Bit Model Cuts Size 14×, Matches Top LLMs
This is a very exciting result, but it’s not evidence we’re overbuilding. The hyperscalers know that software and model improvements are driving a lower cost per token. But we’re also very early in the demand curve for tokens.
Powering AI at Scale: How HVDC and GaN Are Transforming Hyperscale Data Centers
AI workloads are pushing XPU power consumption from roughly 1‑1.5 kW today to over 5 kW by 2030. To handle the surge, hyperscale data centers are replacing traditional AC‑DC‑AC distribution with high‑voltage direct current (HVDC) architectures, using ±400 V or 800 V DC links....
AI Shifts Firm: Seniors Rise, Juniors Fall
Deeply misunderstood. Within firm behavior has shifted dramatically due to AI/LLM implementation. Senior employee value up, junior employee value negative. No fire, no hire… for now.
Thomson Reuters Ruling Set to Shape All AI Lawsuits
"the pending appeals in thomson reuters and ongoing litigation in other cases may significantly shape the legal landscape.” 👀 - what gets decided in thomson reuters v. ross will apply to all other AI cases (all 90+ of them right now)
Block’s Dorsey Rethinks Corporate Structure
Block, the parent of Square, Cash App and Afterpay, announced a sweeping AI‑driven overhaul of its corporate structure after slashing roughly 4,000 jobs – about 40% of its workforce – in February. In a detailed blog post, Jack Dorsey and...
AI Transforms Chip Design: Promise and Pitfalls
Interesting discussion on the opportunities and challenges of using AI in chip design (part 1) https://t.co/izxyUVZPSf #semiEDA #semiconductor #chipdesign @intel @AMD @nvidia @Synopsys @Microsoft @UCBerkeley #agenticAI https://t.co/XGRc1mfUFg
Chrome Extensions Silently Adding Tracking—Build Your Own
I think I'll just vibe code all my Chrome extensions with Claude Code to avoid having to use any and being dependent on someone getting bribed to add malware to their extension It's not a question IF it happens, just WHEN
Integral Ad Science Earns Prestigious Webby Finalist Nomination for Its Generative AI Innovation, IAS Agent
Integral Ad Science (IAS) has been named a finalist in the 30th Annual Webby Awards for its generative‑AI assistant, IAS Agent, in the AI, Marketing, and Branding category. The tool promises marketers faster campaign activation, rapid insight generation, and scalable performance optimization,...
New Scalable Method Improves LLM Evaluation Beyond Benchmarks
The current science of evaluating AI models, such as primarily relying on benchmarks, is far from optimal. @Nature today a new scalable way used to assess 15 LLMs with absolute demand scales, enhancing predictor power and expandability https://t.co/fH2k1WrsHX https://t.co/k2L5QdyMeh
Oracle Embeds Agentic AI Directly Into Fusion Cloud Workflows
1/ For those tracking the enterprise agentic AI race closely, @Oracle just made a significant move. They didn’t launch another agent framework or chatbot layer. They dropped new agentic apps embedded directly inside Fusion Cloud workflows. This is a key architectural play.
The New Billboard Effect: ChatGPT the Next Front Line of Distribution
The hospitality industry’s distribution model is shifting from OTA‑driven discovery to AI‑powered conversation, with ChatGPT becoming the first point of contact for travelers. Guests now pose natural‑language queries—e.g., “recommend boutique hotels in Milan under €200” (≈ $218)—and receive curated, reasoning‑based...
The Hallucination Crisis: Not an AI Problem but a Data Problem
Enterprise AI projects are failing not due to model weakness but because they rely on legacy, unstructured data. The article argues that hallucinations—confident yet false outputs—stem from data gaps, with error rates of 15‑30% when inputs lack semantic clarity. A...
Hudson Talent Solutions Partners with Maki People to Embed AI Hiring Intelligence Across Its Global RPO Delivery
Hudson Talent Solutions, a leading global RPO provider, has announced a strategic partnership with AI hiring intelligence firm Maki People. The collaboration embeds Maki’s AI platform directly into Hudson’s recruitment delivery, offering structured candidate insights from application through final selection....
5 Habits High-Performing Engineering Teams Use With AI
Engineering teams that embed AI into their workflows often see divergent outcomes despite using the same models and tools. The article outlines five practical habits—planning AI‑driven changes, explicitly defining the technology stack, building verification loops, keeping model versions current, and...
Upstage AI Launches AI-Powered Agentic Workflow Solution for Document-Heavy Processes
Upstage AI has launched Upstage Studio, an agentic AI platform that automates extraction, validation, and delivery of data from complex, document‑heavy workflows. The no‑code, drag‑and‑drop builder lets enterprises create, monitor, and continuously improve custom AI agents via a human‑in‑the‑loop feedback...
Spotwise.ai Closes $450,000 Pre-Seed to Expand AI Sales Intelligence Platform for Broadcast Media
Spotwise.ai announced a $450,000 pre‑seed round led by Outlast Fund, with participation from BADideas.fund and 500 Global. The funding will accelerate development of its agentic AI platform that combines broadcast monitoring, analytics, and sales automation for media companies. The solution processes...
AI Connector Could Have Revolutionized Pre‑Oracle NetSuite
I Used NetSuite Before Oracle Bought It. The New AI Connector Service Would Have Changed Everything. https://t.co/MvmEO5k2KP
CreateAI CEO Cheng Lu on Why the AI Debate in Animation Is Already Settled: ‘AI-Assisted Production Is Just Going to...
CreateAI has inaugurated Asia’s largest motion‑capture studio in Beijing, equipped with 130 Vicon VK26 cameras across a 2,000 sq m facility. CEO Cheng Lu says the studio will use AI to automate post‑capture data treatment, making high‑quality animation cheaper for smaller studios. The...
Commvault Expands Integrations with Microsoft Security to Connect AI Threat Detection, Investigation, and Trusted Recovery
Commvault announced an expanded integration with Microsoft Security, linking its Cloud platform to Microsoft Sentinel and Security Copilot. The new Sentinel connector streams backup‑related alerts—such as malware detections and ransomware anomalies—into a centralized data lake for real‑time analysis. An Investigation...
Redpanda Unveils Adaptable Streaming Engine to Eliminate ?Streaming Sprawl?
Redpanda announced the general availability of its adaptable R1 streaming engine in Redpanda Streaming 26.1, a single‑modal platform that lets enterprises tailor performance, safety and cost at the topic level. The release integrates Cloud Topics, write caching, tiered storage, and Iceberg...
Penguin Ai Launches Gwen, a Build-Your-Own AI Platform for Healthcare Operations
Penguin Ai unveiled Gwen, a build‑your‑own AI platform that lets healthcare teams design, deploy, and scale digital workers for administrative tasks in under 25 minutes. The solution ships with a library of more than 100 pre‑built clinical workers covering coding,...
Can AI Agents Automate Scientific Discovery?
Nvidia’s GTC keynote highlighted a new wave of agentic AI systems—OpenClaw, Kosmos, LabOS, Latent‑Y and Dyno Psi‑Phi—designed to automate and accelerate scientific discovery. These agents combine large‑language models, XR interfaces and robotic labs to compress months of research into days while...
AI Script Analyzer Quilty Delivers Jaw‑Dropping Insights
New @TheWrap: Don't drop your agent just yet. We tried Quilty, a new AI tool that promises to analyze and provide insightful feedback on your scripts, feeding it the screenplays for “Sinners,” “Barbie,” “Christy” and “Die Hard,." The results left us slack-jawed. https://t.co/ux0gB0XBTN
AI in the Nonprofit Sector Is a Question of Governance, Not Just Technology
Nonprofits are rapidly adopting AI, but most lack formal governance policies. The sector faces a governance gap as larger NGOs develop AI principles while smaller groups struggle. Diverging federal and state AI regulations add compliance complexity, and philanthropic AI funding...
AI Feels Cheap Right Now
The post argues that AI feels cheap for end‑users because subscription fees are low, but the real expense has migrated to the underlying data‑center infrastructure. Global electricity demand from AI‑driven servers is projected to more than double by 2030, with...