Microsoft Microsoft’s 365 suite of productivity applications is the cornerstone of many businesses’ everyday operations. To empower the suite with data-led intelligence, the tech company has infused 365 with its Copilot AI assistant — and the latest release ups the ante on what Copilot can do for working professionals. Also: 3 clever ChatGPT tricks that […] More
Getty Images/Wirestock As artificial intelligence (AI) evolves from a tool to a true assistant, its role in the workplace expands, fundamentally transforming how enterprises operate. Microsoft’s latest research identifies a new type of organization known as the Frontier Firm, where on-demand intelligence requirements are managed by hybrid teams of AI agents and humans. Also: Will […] More
PM Images/Getty Images AI for education is a new but rapidly expanding field. Can it support student outcomes and help teachers avoid burnout? On Wednesday, AI education company Kira launched a “fully AI-native learning platform” for K-12 education, complete with agents to assist teachers with repetitive tasks. The platform hosts assignments, analyzes progress data, offers […] More
Jaque Silva/NurPhoto via Getty Images The AI landscape is changing fast… is such a clichéd thing to say… but here I am, telling you yet again… “The AI landscape is changing fast.” 😩 In today’s episode of keeping up with AI advancements, I must tell you about Google’s Gemini 2.5 Pro, its most advanced model […] More
filo/Getty Images Bilt Rewards, a points program best known for its Mastercard backed by Wells Fargo, lets people earn rewards on rent payments, which are often their largest monthly expense. Now, the company is trying to help make a dent in its customers’ next largest expense: student debt. On Wednesday, Bilt announced members can now […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Fire TV Soundbar Plus is perfect for those who want an affordable plug-and-play solution, available now for $249 standalone or $480 for the bundle. Bass is impressive (especially with the subwoofer), and the dialogue enhancement feature is helpful for clarity. It lacks built-in Wi-Fi streaming, smart features, or Alexa integration, […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Chipolo Pop Tracker tag is small, durable, water-resistant, and loud. User-replaceable battery lasts a year. Like all third-party tags, they do not support Apple’s own precision finding. –> For me, finder tags like the Apple AirTags<!–> have been a game changer. And that’s not a word of hyperbole. They have […] More
<!–> ZDNET’s key takeaways The Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ is a 13.1-inch tablet for $649. It’s a good iPad Air alternative for Android users, with reliable performance, a larger display than the S10+, and an IP68 rating that the iPad lacks; it also includes the S Pen. The price increased by $50 for the […] More
