Author: Derek Walsh

DHS will test autonomous drones and ground vehicles streaming battlefield intelligence over 5G networks along the US-Canada border this fall.

Exaforce raises $125M Series B at $725M valuation for AI cybersecurity platform that detects and stops attacks in real-time.

Online conspiracy networks quickly adapt COVID-era misinformation tactics to exploit hantavirus outbreak fears, promoting false flag theories and supplement sales.

Waymo issues software recall for robotaxis to improve flood detection capabilities. Company developing permanent fix for water navigation issues.

TikTok is testing integrated booking features that let users reserve travel experiences directly through viral videos, bypassing external booking sites.

Samsara develops AI that turns commercial vehicles into road condition sensors, detecting potholes and tracking deterioration rates for municipal planning.

Spotify launches lifetime listening recap showing total unique songs played, expanding beyond annual Wrapped with comprehensive musical analytics.

Vapi achieves $500M valuation after Amazon Ring selects its AI voice platform over 40 rivals, with enterprise business growing 10-fold since early 2025.

Thinking Machines develops AI that processes input and generates responses simultaneously, mimicking phone conversations rather than text exchanges.

GM laid off hundreds of IT workers to hire specialists in AI development, data engineering, and cloud computing as part of workforce realignment.