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This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. 4 technologies that didn’t make our 2026 breakthroughs list If you’re a longtime reader, you probably know that our newsroom selects 10 breakthroughs every year that we think will... Read more

If you’re a longtime reader, you probably know that our newsroom selects 10 breakthroughs every year that we think will define the future. This group exercise is mostly fun and always engrossing, but at times it can also be quite difficult.  We collectively pitch dozens of ideas, and the editors... Read more

According to Gartner, only 5% of automakers will continue expanding AI investments at current levels by 2029, a steep fall from more than 95% today. The post Gartner Warns of Sharp Slowdown in Automotive AI Investment appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

The timing of this upgrade push comes during a wave of reported Windows issues. The post Microsoft Gives All Eligible PCs the Green Light for Windows 11 25H2 appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

The past year has marked a turning point in the corporate AI conversation. After a period of eager experimentation, organizations are now confronting a more complex reality: While investment in AI has never been higher, the path from pilot to production remains elusive. Three-quarters of enterprises remain stuck in experimentation... Read more

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. AI chatbots can sway voters better than political advertisements The news: Chatting with a politically biased AI model is more effective than political ads at nudging both Democrats and... Read more

One day this fall, I watched an electronic sign outside the Broadway-Lafayette subway station in Manhattan switch seamlessly between an ad for makeup and one promoting the website Pickyourbaby.com, which promises a way for potential parents to use genetic tests to influence their baby’s traits, including eye color, hair color,... Read more

In January 2024, the phone rang in homes all around New Hampshire. On the other end was Joe Biden’s voice, urging Democrats to “save your vote” by skipping the primary. It sounded authentic, but it wasn’t. The call was a fake, generated by artificial intelligence. Today, the technology behind that... Read more

Alan Dye, the mastermind behind Apple's user interface evolution, officially joined Meta to spearhead a new creative studio within Reality Labs. The post Meta Poaches Apple Design Legend for AI Future appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

In 2024, a Democratic congressional candidate in Pennsylvania, Shamaine Daniels, used an AI chatbot named Ashley to call voters and carry on conversations with them. “Hello. My name is Ashley, and I’m an artificial intelligence volunteer for Shamaine Daniels’s run for Congress,” the calls began. Daniels didn’t ultimately win. But... Read more

watchOS 26.2 updates Sleep Score ranges, adjusts EU Wi-Fi sharing, and improves performance for Apple Watch users. The post Apple’s watchOS 26.2 Brings Sleep Updates and Wi-Fi Fixes appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

Jensen Huang says China may no longer want its top H200 AI chips even if US export rules ease, leaving both Washington and Beijing in a bind. The post Nvidia Boss to China: Would You Even Want Our Best Chip Anymore? appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

The announcement highlights China’s broader ambitions in South America at a time of ongoing geopolitical and technological tensions with the US. The post TikTok to Invest $37B+ Into Brazil Data Center appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

Many students who once aimed for white-collar careers are now opting for manual professions they believe AI cannot easily replace. The post AI-Driven Layoffs Push UK Students Toward the Trades appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

Whether you’re exploring robotics for the first time or looking to refine your understanding, these definitions provide a solid foundation. Constantly Updated — The download contains the latest and most accurate details. Boost Your Knowledge — This eight-page PDF explains Cartesian manipulator, end-effector, and more. Expert Guidance — Written by... Read more

Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are creating exact replicas of popular web platforms to traing AI agents to navigate the digital world like humans. The post Tech Giants Build Fake Amazon and Gmail to Train AI Agents appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more

The Metaverse-style meetings offer 3D avatars, spatial audio, and customizable virtual environments for hybrid teams. The post Microsoft Teams Now Supports Immersive Metaverse Meetings appeared first on TechRepublic.... Read more