Microsoft introduced AI agents to its Dynamics 365 platform in October. During Ignite, the company announced it would add more agentic AI capabilities to other Microsoft products, such as SharePoint and Microsoft Copilot 365. However, enterprises will need to manage the many AI agents they deploy and understand whether these agents accurately follow workflows and can only access what they are…
Adobe researchers have created a breakthrough AI system that processes documents directly on smartphones without internet connectivity, potentially transforming how businesses handle sensitive information and how consumers interact with their devices.The system, called…
Last American soldier to leave Afghanistan to command US Army Europe
November 20, 2024
A career special operations veteran who was featured in a hazy green, night vision photo as the last American soldier to leave Afghanistan has been nominated to pin a fourth star and lead the U.S. Army in Europe. Lt. Gen. Christopher Donahue’s name was on a list of…
Air Force buying more drone wingmen to develop operational tactics
November 20, 2024
The Air Force is buying more drone wingmen known as collaborative combat aircraft to experiment with, the service’s acquisition chief said Wednesday.
Andrew Hunter, the assistant secretary of the Air Force for acquisition, technology and logistics, said at Defense One’s State of Defense Business forum that he recently approved the purchase of more CCAs for the service’s experimental…
Ford is offering big EV discounts to close out the year
November 20, 2024
To close out the year strong, Ford is offering more ways to save on its electric vehicles. Ford introduced a new year-end sales event with significant discounts on its top-selling EV models, the F-150 Lightning and Mustang Mach-E. Here’s how you can score some…
Baidu- and Geely-backed JiYue brand unveils ROBO X EV that goes 0-100 km/h in under 1.9 sec
November 20, 2024
JiYue, a Chinese EV brand focused on delivering all-electric “robocars” to the masses, has unveiled its latest model, and it’s quite a deviation from its previous EVs—but in the best way. Earlier today, JiYue launched the ROBO X supercar, designed for high-speed…
A crypto mining firm faces a $14 million penalty after admitting to a $2.5 million bribery scheme to secure a Japanese casino contract, which ultimately failed.
A Mining Empire’s Downfall: Bribery Scandal Leads to Global Fallout
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have taken major actions against Bit Mining Ltd., a cryptocurrency mining…
Grayscale's Bitcoin and Ethereum Mini ETFs See Share Prices Multiply
November 20, 2024
Grayscale Investments has finalized reverse share splits for its Bitcoin Mini Trust ETF (BTC) and Ethereum Mini Trust ETF (ETH), effective Nov. 19, 2024. These splits adjust share prices relative to their net asset values, with BTC shares increasing fivefold and ETH shares…
13 Regions Face Crypto Mining Ban Under Russia's New Energy Policies
November 20, 2024
Russia’s governmental commission on electricity development approved cryptocurrency mining restrictions on Monday, set to take effect on Dec. 1 with subsequent enforcement covering Nov. 15 to March 15 annually through 2031. Deputy Energy Minister Yevgeny Grabchak confirmed…
Why AI won’t make you a better writer
November 15, 2024
The literary world is rife with constant controversy, from the Bad Art Friend to the BookForum comeuppance of long-lauded critic Lauren Oyler. A recent point of contention, however, is no interpersonal drama or nitpicky review. Rather, it’s a Zendesk article from the minds behind NaNoWrimo — National Novel Writing Month — stating that the organization will permit AI usage as part of…
