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LATEST IN AI
OpenAI Improves ChatGPT’s Health Intelligence
Source: OPENAI
GPT-5.5 Instant brings stronger health intelligence to ChatGPT, helping users better understand medical information and wellness questions. It is available to free users, making these improvements widely accessible.
The updated model is better at recognizing urgent situations, asking for missing details, and explaining uncertainty clearly. It also makes complex health information easier for people to understand.
OpenAI measures these improvements using physician led evaluations and realistic health scenarios. The goal is to provide responses that are accurate, safe, and helpful while guiding users on when to seek medical care. Read more→
AI Is Changing the Future of Auditing
Source: Reuters
AI is quickly becoming part of modern auditing. According to the 2026 AI in Professional Services Report, 40% of organizations now use GenAI, nearly double last year's 22%, while only 19% have no plans to adopt it.
AI can automate routine tasks like document reviews and data analysis, giving auditors more time for critical thinking, client communication, and risk assessment.
With strong data governance and human oversight, firms can improve efficiency, detect risks earlier, and deliver deeper insights without replacing auditors. Read more→
TOOL IN FOCUS
Darktable 5.6 Adds AI-Powered Photo Editing Tools
Darktable 5.6 is now available, bringing several AI features to the popular free and open-source RAW photo editor.
The update introduces an AI object mask tool and a new neural restore module that can help with denoising RAW photos, reducing image noise, and upscaling images.
Users can also export photos in the HEIF format and take advantage of a new color harmony tool for more balanced edits.
Beyond AI, the release includes useful workflow improvements such as better image filtering, support for PNG raster masks, a log history viewer, and additional export options.
ROBOTICS
Nvidia Wants Cell Towers to Power the Robot Revolution
Nvidia believes the future of robotics depends on faster local computing, not distant data centers. By partnering with T Mobile and Nokia, it is turning cell towers into AI platforms that can process data in real time for drones, autonomous vehicles, and industrial robots. The approach could help machines react in milliseconds, enabling safer inspections, smarter factories, and more reliable automation across industries. Read more→
Genesis AI has unveiled Eno, a general purpose robot that ditches the humanoid design for a wheeled platform with lifelike robotic hands. Backed by $105 million in funding, the company believes businesses value practical performance over human appearance, making Eno suitable for factories, hospitals, labs, and other workplaces. Read more→
The physical AI industry is growing rapidly, with robotics companies raising $27.6 billion in 2025 and another $2.26 billion in the first quarter of 2026. A new list of 20 influential CEOs highlights the leaders building robots for warehouses, autonomous vehicles, healthcare, and other real world applications. Read more→
QUICK HITS
Apple is reportedly preparing a major product push for 2026 and 2027, with plans for a foldable iPhone, AI-powered smart glasses, upgraded AirPods, and new smart home devices. Read more→
Google has introduced new research showing that its medical AI, AMIE, can help manage health conditions beyond making a diagnosis. The study found that it performed as well as primary care doctors while creating accurate and guideline based treatment plans. Read more→
Gemini in Google Docs can be turned off if you prefer a distraction free writing experience. Simply disable the bottom AI bar from the Gemini menu or switch off Smart Features in your Google Workspace settings to reduce AI prompts and suggestions. Read more→
Microsoft and Nvidia are both leading the AI boom, but they also reward shareholders with dividends. While Nvidia offers a smaller yield, Microsoft has increased its dividend for 21 consecutive years, making it a stronger long term choice for income focused investors. Read more→
Kirloskar Oil Engines has secured a 192 MW power systems order from HyperNext to support a large AI enabled data centre in India. The project includes 96 backup power units designed to keep hyperscale cloud and AI infrastructure running reliably while meeting growing demand for digital services. Read more→
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