IndustryGoogle Integrates Gemini into Cars, Positioning Itself as the Default Voice LayerGoogle is rolling its Gemini AI into vehicles with Google built-in, replacing the current Assistant layer and adding conversational interactions, Maps-aware routing, message summaries, media and cabin control, EV charging help, and vehicle manual answers.2 min read
IndustryHands-on robotics and AI career-orientation program for Hungarian high schoolers in GyőrA joint initiative by Bosch Hungary, the Mobilis Interaktív Élményközpont and Széchenyi István Egyetem brought robotics, sensors, programming and introductory AI closer to high school students through experiential workshops.3 min read
IndustryMastercard and OTP Bank complete first live authenticated AI‑agent payment in HungaryMastercard, in cooperation with OTP Bank, says it has executed the first live authenticated transaction initiated by an AI agent in Hungary using Mastercard Agent Pay.2 min read
IndustryInstagram tests optional profile label for AI-generated or edited contentInstagram, owned by Meta, is testing an optional profile label that signals when an account publishes content generated or altered with artificial intelligence.2 min read
IndustryAI agents could reshape retail operations, but adoption remains slowMcKinsey finds agentic AI and process automation could free up to 40% of retail employees' time, enabling managers to focus on strategy, merchandising and supply-chain optimization.2 min read
IndustryFormer iRobot CEO's Familiar unveils AI-driven, touch-responsive robotic plushFamiliar Machines & Magic, led by former iRobot CEO Colin Angle, has revealed Familiar: a four-legged, plush-styled robot that interacts through movement, sound and touch rather than a screen.2 min read
IndustryNorthern Europe curbs data centre expansion as power capacity strains intensifyCountries in Northern Europe are re-evaluating data centre expansion as rapid demand for grid connections outstrips available electricity capacity.4 min read
IndustryEuropean Consumer Firms Face an AI Paradox: Rising Investment but Limited Financial ImpactA McKinsey questionnaire of 27 C‑suite executives across European retail, consumer goods, apparel and related services finds that companies are sharply increasing AI activity and budgets yet report limited measurable EBIT effects so far.6 min read
IndustryHow AI Is Reshaping Formula 1 Operations and StrategyArtificial intelligence has moved from sponsorship to strategic partnership in Formula 1, influencing race tactics, engineering decisions and regulatory compliance.3 min read
IndustryPentagon Contracts Seven Commercial AI Providers to Run Models on Top-Secret NetworksThe U.S.2 min read
IndustrySenior tech leaders moving from CTO roles into hands-on AI work at AnthropicA number of former CTOs and senior engineering leaders from companies such as Workday, You.com, Box, Super.com, Adept and people from Instagram’s orbit have left executive positions to take technical roles at Anthropic.2 min read
IndustryEU debates €20bn AI infrastructure plan amid questions over demand and dependenceThe European Commission's proposed €20 billion plan to build several massive AI training centres has sparked debate in Brussels over whether Europe needs such scale, who would use the capacity, and whether the move would increase dependence on non‑EU suppliers.4 min read