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Max Hodak’s Science Corp. is preparing to place its first sensor in a human brain
Science Corp., founded by former Neuralink co-founder Max Hodak, is moving toward human trials of its hybrid brain sensor, marking a significant milestone for the company. The device represents Science Corp.'s bid to carve out its own space in the increasingly competitive brain-computer interface market. If successful, the implant could advance how neurological conditions are monitored and treated.
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Google adds AI Skills to Chrome to help you save favorite workflows
Google is rolling out a feature called Skills to Chrome, allowing users to save AI-powered prompts and replay them across different websites. The addition deepens Gemini's foothold in the browser, moving it beyond one-off queries toward persistent, repeatable workflows. For power users, it signals a shift in how AI assistance functions inside the browser — less chatbot, more co-pilot.
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Uber and Nuro begin testing premium robotaxi service in San Francisco
Uber and autonomous vehicle startup Nuro have launched a robotaxi pilot in San Francisco, giving Uber employees access to rides in Lucid electric vehicles. The partnership marks a significant step in Uber's strategy to integrate third-party autonomous fleets into its platform. If testing proves successful, the collaboration could accelerate the rollout of premium driverless rides to the broader public.
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OpenAI has bought AI personal finance startup Hiro
OpenAI has acquired Hiro, an AI-powered personal finance startup, signaling a deliberate push into financial planning capabilities. The move suggests ChatGPT is evolving beyond a general-purpose assistant into a tool that can help users manage money, budget, and plan for the future. For fintech incumbents, the message is clear: OpenAI is coming for their territory.
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Ransomware Is Growing Three Times Faster Than the Spending Meant to Stop It
Ransomware attacks are outpacing cybersecurity investment at a rate of three to one, exposing a widening gap between the threat landscape and organizational defenses. Despite increased security budgets across industries, attackers are innovating faster than defenders can respond. The implication is clear: spending more on the same solutions is not enough — strategy needs to change.
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