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YouTube to Hold Back Ads During Peak Livestream Moments
NewsApr 15, 2026

YouTube to Hold Back Ads During Peak Livestream Moments

YouTube introduced a suite of livestream enhancements aimed at preserving viewer engagement and boosting creator revenue. The platform will automatically hold back ads when live chat spikes, expand gifting to horizontal streams across several new markets, and grant ad‑free windows...

By Marketing-Interactive
Havas Red Launches EchoWeave as Brands Race to Win AI Visibility
NewsApr 15, 2026

Havas Red Launches EchoWeave as Brands Race to Win AI Visibility

Havas Red has launched EchoWeave, an AI‑driven search capability that helps brands track and influence their visibility across large language models such as ChatGPT, Copilot, DeepSeek and Perplexity. Developed in Australia and the UK, the platform measures citations, source reliance...

By Marketing-Interactive
AI-Powered Mainframe Exits Are a Bubble Set to Pop: Gartner
NewsApr 15, 2026

AI-Powered Mainframe Exits Are a Bubble Set to Pop: Gartner

Gartner warns that more than 70% of AI‑driven mainframe exit projects launched in 2026 will fall short of promised benefits, citing the limited ability of generative AI to automate legacy code conversion and preserve performance. The firm predicts that by...

By The Register
Korean AI Chip Startup DEEPX, Hyundai Work on Robots Powered by Generative AI
NewsApr 15, 2026

Korean AI Chip Startup DEEPX, Hyundai Work on Robots Powered by Generative AI

Korean AI‑chip startup DEEPX is deepening its partnership with Hyundai Motor Group to supply its second‑generation DX‑M2 neural processing units for generative‑AI‑powered robots. The chips, built on Samsung’s cutting‑edge 2‑nanometer process, promise dramatically lower power draw—up to 20 times more efficient...

By Mint – Technology (India)
Anthropic’s Mythos Is a Wake-Up Call For Everyone, Not Just Banks
NewsApr 15, 2026

Anthropic’s Mythos Is a Wake-Up Call For Everyone, Not Just Banks

Anthropic PBC has quietly developed Mythos, an advanced AI model it labels too dangerous for public release. Within days, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on major banks to tighten defenses against potential threats from the model. The Treasury is...

By Bloomberg – Technology
Glydways Raises US$170m Series C for AV Network Rollout
NewsApr 15, 2026

Glydways Raises US$170m Series C for AV Network Rollout

Glydways announced an oversubscribed $170 million Series C, bringing its total capital to over $250 million. The funding, co‑led by Suzuki Motor Corporation, ACS Group and Khosla Ventures, will finance pilot autonomous‑vehicle networks slated for 2026 in the UAE, the greater New York area...

By Automotive World – Autonomous Driving
Re: Effect of a Clinical Decision Support System on Stroke Care Quality and Outcomes in Patients with Acute Ischaemic Stroke...
NewsApr 15, 2026

Re: Effect of a Clinical Decision Support System on Stroke Care Quality and Outcomes in Patients with Acute Ischaemic Stroke...

A cluster‑randomised trial (GOLDEN BRIDGE II) evaluated an AI‑driven clinical decision support system (CDSS) for acute ischemic stroke. The intervention lowered three‑month vascular events from 3.9% to 2.9% (adjusted HR 0.74) and improved several composite performance measures. However, the study found no significant...

By BMJ (Latest)
The Next AI Race Is in the Physical World
NewsApr 15, 2026

The Next AI Race Is in the Physical World

The article argues that the next AI frontier is moving from pure software to connected devices and physical environments, where speed alone no longer wins. Trust—encompassing safety, reliability, privacy, and resilience—becomes the decisive factor for adoption. Companies must shift from...

By e27
US Must Adjust to Iran’s Use of Commercial Satellite Photos, Space Command Says
NewsApr 15, 2026

US Must Adjust to Iran’s Use of Commercial Satellite Photos, Space Command Says

Gen. Stephen Whiting, head of U.S. Space Command, warned that Iran’s use of commercial satellite imagery to strike U.S. and allied targets forces the Pentagon to adapt its operations. While the U.S. has declared space superiority over Iran, the conflict...

By Defense One
Proptech Startup Helium Raises Angel Funding From Albinder Dhindsa, Kunal Shah, Others
NewsApr 15, 2026

Proptech Startup Helium Raises Angel Funding From Albinder Dhindsa, Kunal Shah, Others

Helium, a proptech startup that rents out apartments in gated societies, announced an angel round of ₹5 crore (about $600,000). The round was led by Indian startup veterans Albinder Dhindsa, Kunal Shah and other founders. The capital will be used to...

By Entrackr
Publicly Traded Fintech and Payments Firms Shed 18% of Sector’s Market Cap in Q1 : Analysis
NewsApr 15, 2026

Publicly Traded Fintech and Payments Firms Shed 18% of Sector’s Market Cap in Q1 : Analysis

PitchBook’s Q1 2026 fintech and payments comp sheet shows the public sector lost about 18 percent of its weighted market cap in the first quarter. Median returns for major cohorts fell between –13 percent and –35.3 percent, far underperforming the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Valuation...

By Crowdfund Insider
Memory Crunch and Iran War Lead Phone Market Decline, IDC Says
NewsApr 15, 2026

Memory Crunch and Iran War Lead Phone Market Decline, IDC Says

IDC reported that global smartphone shipments fell 4.1% in Q1 2026, the first decline since 2023. The contraction is driven by a memory‑chip supply crunch and the war in Iran, which together raise component costs and disrupt logistics. Apple and...

By Bloomberg – Technology
AI In Marketing: ATM Or iPhone?
NewsApr 15, 2026

AI In Marketing: ATM Or iPhone?

The article argues that AI’s impact on marketing will resemble the iPhone’s disruption of bank tellers rather than the ATM’s complementary role. While early AI discussions focus on augmenting existing tasks, the author warns that AI agents could create a...

By MediaPost Social Media & Marketing Daily
Study Identifies New Genes Linked to Severe Pregnancy Sickness
NewsApr 15, 2026

Study Identifies New Genes Linked to Severe Pregnancy Sickness

USC researchers expanded the genetic landscape of hyperemesis gravidarum, identifying nine additional genes alongside the previously known GDF15, GFRAL, IGFBP7, and PGR. The genome‑wide association study analyzed 10,974 HG cases and 461,461 controls across diverse ancestries, the largest cohort to...

By News-Medical.Net
MAMO Strikes Preliminary AV, Robotics Deal with China’s AIBO
NewsApr 15, 2026

MAMO Strikes Preliminary AV, Robotics Deal with China’s AIBO

Massimo Group’s MAMO has signed a preliminary framework with Shenzhen‑based AIBO Robotics to explore deploying intelligent service robots in commercial and retail settings across the United States and China. The partnership also looks at AI‑driven upgrades for MAMO’s existing golf‑cart...

By Automotive World – Autonomous Driving
Philippines Approves PHP 24.73M Climate Adaptation Project to Strengthen Disaster Warning Systems in Camarines Sur
NewsApr 15, 2026

Philippines Approves PHP 24.73M Climate Adaptation Project to Strengthen Disaster Warning Systems in Camarines Sur

The Philippines’ People’s Survival Fund approved a PHP 24.73 million grant (about $445,000) to build the e‑SITIO Emergency Operations Center in Goa, Camarines Sur. The project will install an integrated early‑warning system, a Local Weather Monitoring System, and a radio‑frequency public‑address network to...

By OpenGov Asia
Brennan Builds Solid Foundation for Onshore Cyber Security
NewsApr 15, 2026

Brennan Builds Solid Foundation for Onshore Cyber Security

Brennan, an Australian managed services provider, reported a roughly 20% uplift in services revenue after acquiring Canberra‑based cyber specialist CBR Cyber. The growth is driven by a surge in demand for onshore, sovereign security, highlighted by a 13% year‑on‑year rise...

By ARN (Australia)
Wireless Broadband Alliance Claims Wi-Fi Security on a Par with Cellular
NewsApr 15, 2026

Wireless Broadband Alliance Claims Wi-Fi Security on a Par with Cellular

The Wireless Broadband Alliance (WBA) released a new Wi‑Fi security framework that it says puts Wi‑Fi on equal footing with cellular networks in terms of security. The guidance consolidates standards such as WPA3, OpenRoaming (Passpoint) and RadSec, covering authentication, encryption,...

By iTnews (Australia) – Government
For FDI, E-Comm Exports Must Be in Separate Cart
NewsApr 15, 2026

For FDI, E-Comm Exports Must Be in Separate Cart

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs has rolled out reforms to streamline e‑commerce exports, including lifting the Rs 10 lakh (≈ $12,000) value cap per courier shipment. The government is evaluating allowing foreign direct investment in inventory‑based e‑commerce solely for overseas...

By ETRetail (India)
MODEX 2026: Software Integrations, Vision Systems, Cobots and More From Day Two in Atlanta
NewsApr 15, 2026

MODEX 2026: Software Integrations, Vision Systems, Cobots and More From Day Two in Atlanta

Day two of MODEX 2026 in Atlanta showcased a surge of supply‑chain innovations, with over 1,000 exhibitors displaying new software integrations, vision‑guided robotics and collaborative cobots. Attendees explored live demos and attended seminars that highlighted how these technologies streamline warehouse operations...

By Robotics 24/7
Kiwi Fund Administration Fintech Caruso Banks $9.3 Million Series A
NewsApr 15, 2026

Kiwi Fund Administration Fintech Caruso Banks $9.3 Million Series A

Caruso, a New Zealand‑born AI‑driven fund‑administration platform, closed a $9.3 million Series A round, valuing the company at $80 million. The round was led by Icehouse Ventures and GD1, with participation from Balmain, a customer‑credit fund manager. The capital will accelerate product development, expand...

By Startup Daily (ANZ)
Forget Amazon's Cheap Dashcams, This Is What You Need For A Road Trip
NewsApr 15, 2026

Forget Amazon's Cheap Dashcams, This Is What You Need For A Road Trip

Dash cams are becoming essential safety tools as road‑trip season begins, with the global market expected to add about $1 billion in 2026. While Amazon lists over 8,000 cheap models around $9.99, the ROVE R2‑4K PRO at $109.99 offers 4K video, built‑in...

By Islands
AI Is Enabling a New Era of Dynamic Pricing in Fashion
NewsApr 15, 2026

AI Is Enabling a New Era of Dynamic Pricing in Fashion

By Inside Retail Australia
West Coast SpaceX Falcon 9 Mission Launches 25 Starlink Satellites
NewsApr 15, 2026

West Coast SpaceX Falcon 9 Mission Launches 25 Starlink Satellites

SpaceX lifted off a Falcon 9 from Vandenberg Space Force Base on Tuesday night, deploying 25 Starlink V2 Mini satellites. The launch, designated Starlink 17‑27, was the company’s 46th Falcon 9 mission of 2026 and used booster B1082 on its...

By Spaceflight Now
How to Thrive in the Age of AI
NewsApr 15, 2026

How to Thrive in the Age of AI

The article argues that AI literacy—being able to prompt, verify, and collaborate with AI—is now more critical than deep technical expertise. It cites Stanford’s AI Index showing 78% of firms used AI in 2024 and McKinsey’s finding that workflow redesign...

By YourStory
Central Government yet to Notify Selection Panels for Data Protection Board
NewsApr 15, 2026

Central Government yet to Notify Selection Panels for Data Protection Board

The Indian government has still not formed the search‑cum‑selection committees needed to appoint a chairperson and four members to the Data Protection Board of India (DPBI), five months after the board’s statutory creation under the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP)...

By ET Telecom (Economic Times)
Space Force Urges Industry to Invest in Satellite Production Capacity
NewsApr 15, 2026

Space Force Urges Industry to Invest in Satellite Production Capacity

The U.S. Space Force is seeking a dramatic expansion of its satellite‑production capability as it prepares a $71 billion FY 2027 budget request, a 77 percent increase over the prior year. The procurement portion swells to $19 billion, up from $3.6 billion in FY 2026, and...

By Air & Space Forces Magazine
April Patch Tuesday Roundup: Zero Day Vulnerabilities and Critical Bugs
NewsApr 15, 2026

April Patch Tuesday Roundup: Zero Day Vulnerabilities and Critical Bugs

Microsoft’s April Patch Tuesday delivered 167 fixes, including a actively‑exploited SharePoint Server zero‑day (CVE‑2026‑32201) and a critical Windows IKE remote‑code‑execution flaw (CVE‑2026‑33824) with a 9.8 CVSS score. Additional high‑risk bugs affect Active Directory (CVE‑2026‑33826), TCP/IP stack (CVE‑2026‑33827) and SAP Business...

By CSO Online
Smart Catering: Reducing Cabin Food Waste with AI
NewsApr 15, 2026

Smart Catering: Reducing Cabin Food Waste with AI

Airbus and Virgin Atlantic have piloted an AI‑driven “Smart Catering” system to track in‑flight meal consumption and inventory. The technology uses camera‑based scanning on crew tablets to automatically log unused food and beverages, sending data to a ground cloud for...

By Airbus – Newsroom
Beyond Connectivity: Elevate the Passenger Experience and Aircraft Operations
NewsApr 15, 2026

Beyond Connectivity: Elevate the Passenger Experience and Aircraft Operations

Airbus is rolling out its Connected Aircraft program, featuring the HBCplus modular connectivity system that can link to multiple satellite constellations—including LEO, MEO and GEO—without requiring structural airframe changes. The open, end‑to‑end digital platform aggregates onboard and ground data, enabling...

By Airbus – Newsroom
A Data Removal Service Helped Me Reclaim My Privacy - See if You Need One, Too
NewsApr 15, 2026

A Data Removal Service Helped Me Reclaim My Privacy - See if You Need One, Too

Personal data is routinely harvested by thousands of data brokers and sold without consumer consent. Manual opt‑out requests are impractical, prompting the rise of paid data‑removal services such as PrivacyBee and DeleteMe. These platforms scan the web, submit takedown requests,...

By ZDNet – Big Data
Canada Revenue Agency Advises Law Firms of Changes to Taxpayer Information Request Process
NewsApr 15, 2026

Canada Revenue Agency Advises Law Firms of Changes to Taxpayer Information Request Process

The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) announced that, effective April 15, 2026, it will no longer process one‑time taxpayer‑information requests submitted by lawyers or law firms. All requests for income statements, notices of assessment, and benefit details must now be filed by the...

By Canadian Lawyer – Technology
Remembering Sofinnova’s Denis Lucquin, Father of French Biotech
NewsApr 15, 2026

Remembering Sofinnova’s Denis Lucquin, Father of French Biotech

Denis Lucquin, a founding partner of Sofinnova Partners and a pivotal architect of France’s biotech sector, died on April 3 at age 69 from pancreatic cancer. Over three decades he invested in 31 European biotech companies, including Ablynx, Nicox and Novexel, and...

By BioCentury
Bessent Calls Anthropic’s Mythos a Breakthrough in China AI Race
NewsApr 15, 2026

Bessent Calls Anthropic’s Mythos a Breakthrough in China AI Race

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised Anthropic PBC’s new AI model Mythos as a breakthrough that will keep America ahead in the global AI race. He told a Wall Street Journal event that the United States remains three to six...

By Bloomberg – Technology
Top 5 Popular HRMS Software for Manufacturers in Singapore
NewsApr 15, 2026

Top 5 Popular HRMS Software for Manufacturers in Singapore

Manufacturers in Singapore are grappling with a severe technical‑labor shortage, tighter foreign‑worker quotas and rising levies under the COMPASS framework, while digital‑integration gaps hinder Industry 4.0 adoption. These pressures demand HRMS platforms that can handle 24/7 shift rotations, biometric attendance, and...

By e27
Top A/NZ Hitachi Vantara Partners Recognised for FY25
NewsApr 15, 2026

Top A/NZ Hitachi Vantara Partners Recognised for FY25

Hitachi Vantara recognized its top Australian and New Zealand partners at the ANZ Exchange 2026 event on the Gold Coast. Cordant earned the Rising Star award for rapid revenue growth, while The Missing Link captured Acquisition Partner for generating the...

By ARN (Australia)
OpenAI Expands Cybersecurity Program Before Deploying New Models
NewsApr 15, 2026

OpenAI Expands Cybersecurity Program Before Deploying New Models

OpenAI announced on April 14 that it is expanding its Trusted Access for Cyber (TAC) program, scaling it to thousands of verified security professionals and hundreds of enterprise teams. The rollout adds new identity‑verification tiers and introduces GPT‑5.4‑Cyber, a cyber‑permissive...

By PYMNTS
MicroRNA Signature Predicts Localized Clear Cell RCC
NewsApr 15, 2026

MicroRNA Signature Predicts Localized Clear Cell RCC

A new commentary in the British Journal of Cancer re‑examines the Bio‑miR study, which proposed a microRNA signature to predict outcomes in localized clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC). The authors highlight statistical and reproducibility concerns, showing that several miRNA...

By Bioengineer.org
Research Helps Power Safe Return of Astronauts in Historic Orion Splashdown
NewsApr 15, 2026

Research Helps Power Safe Return of Astronauts in Historic Orion Splashdown

NASA’s Orion capsule completed a historic splashdown on April 10, 2026, concluding the Artemis II mission. The safe descent relied on a three‑parachute system whose final design was shaped by Rice University’s fluid‑structure interaction (FSI) simulations. Researchers Tayfun E. Tezduyar and Kenji Takizawa provided the...

By Phys.org - Space News
Differentiated SH-SY5Y Cells Show Neuronal Traits, Immature Synapses
NewsApr 15, 2026

Differentiated SH-SY5Y Cells Show Neuronal Traits, Immature Synapses

Researchers published a study showing differentiated SH‑S5Y cells express neuronal markers but fail to develop mature synaptic machinery, limiting their utility for synaptic physiology and drug screening. Using imaging, electrophysiology and transcriptomics they demonstrated absent synaptic currents and down‑regulated synapse...

By Bioengineer.org
Protesters March 700 Kilometres to Save Sacred Groves From Solar Development
NewsApr 15, 2026

Protesters March 700 Kilometres to Save Sacred Groves From Solar Development

Villagers from Jaisalmer district began a 700‑km foot march toward Jaipur to demand protection for their sacred groves, orans, and traditional pasture lands threatened by large‑scale solar‑power projects. The protest highlights that the state has earmarked over 44,000 hectares for...

By Eco-Business
Turkish PDQoL-7 Validated for Older Adults
NewsApr 15, 2026

Turkish PDQoL-7 Validated for Older Adults

Turkish researchers have validated a version of the Parkinson’s Disease Quality of Life‑7 (PDQoL‑7) scale specifically for older adults, publishing the findings in BMC Geriatrics. The validation demonstrated strong reliability, internal consistency, and construct and criterion validity using factor analysis...

By Bioengineer.org
Like Anthropic, OpenAI Will Share Latest Technology Only With Trusted Companies
NewsApr 15, 2026

Like Anthropic, OpenAI Will Share Latest Technology Only With Trusted Companies

OpenAI announced a limited rollout of GPT‑5.4‑Cyber, an AI model that scans software for security flaws. The initial phase will reach hundreds of trusted partners, with plans to expand to thousands in the coming weeks. The approach mirrors Anthropic’s recent...

By The New York Times – Technology
Autura and YASSI Partner to Modernize Towing Lien Processing Nationwide
NewsApr 15, 2026

Autura and YASSI Partner to Modernize Towing Lien Processing Nationwide

Autura, a towing‑management software provider, announced a partnership with YASSI to embed YASSI’s DMV registration and NMVTIS lookup APIs into its TowLien lien‑processing platform. The integration delivers real‑time, normalized vehicle‑owner data, reducing lookup times, manual data entry, and per‑transaction costs...

By Police1 – Daily News
CRDO Rises on Its $750M DustPhotonics Deal for Silicon Photonics
NewsApr 15, 2026

CRDO Rises on Its $750M DustPhotonics Deal for Silicon Photonics

Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (CRDO) announced a $750 million cash‑plus‑stock acquisition of DustPhotonics, a silicon‑photonic integrated‑circuit specialist. DustPhotonics’ chips span 400 Gbps to 1.6 Tbps with a roadmap to 3.2 Tbps, targeting AI‑driven data‑center workloads. The deal creates a vertically integrated connectivity stack...

By Quartz — Economy & Markets
Patch Tuesday's a Monster: Thank AI?
NewsApr 15, 2026

Patch Tuesday's a Monster: Thank AI?

Microsoft’s April Patch Tuesday delivered 247 patches covering 164 vulnerabilities, including eight critical flaws and two actively exploited zero‑days in SharePoint and Chromium. Security researcher Joe Desimone reported that all five of his local‑privilege‑escalation bugs were discovered using AI, highlighting...

By The Stack (TheStack.technology)
GLP-1 Goes For The Middle
NewsApr 15, 2026

GLP-1 Goes For The Middle

Indian pharmaceutical firms are rapidly converting the GLP‑1 hype into scale after Novo Nordisk’s semaglutide patent expired in March. Generics from Sun Pharma, Torrent, Zydus and others have already captured more than 15% of the market, pushing Novo’s share down...

By ET BrandEquity (Economic Times) — Marketing
Earbuds with Tiny Cameras Enable Users to Chat with AI About Their Surroundings
NewsApr 15, 2026

Earbuds with Tiny Cameras Enable Users to Chat with AI About Their Surroundings

A startup has unveiled earbuds that hide a sub‑millimeter camera, streaming live video to an on‑device AI assistant. Users can ask the AI to describe objects, read signs, or provide contextual information about their environment, all via voice. The device...

By Bioengineer.org
Newfoundland Revises Approach to EHR Deployment
NewsApr 15, 2026

Newfoundland Revises Approach to EHR Deployment

Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NLHS) has softened its rollout of the Epic‑based CorCare electronic health record, making participation optional for physicians and easing liability clauses tied to cyber‑breaches. The province will still launch the system province‑wide on April 25,...

By Canadian Healthcare Technology