Delta Electronics showcased its Embodied AI Dual-Arm Robot Platform and AI-enhanced production line digital twins at Automation Taipei 2026, aiming to accelerate smart manufacturing adoption. The platform integrates AI models and robotic control, while the digital twin solution reduces defect detection model development time from three months to two weeks.

TELUS Digital recognized as a Leader in AI Enablement and AI Training, with capabilities in physical AI and robotics data cited as a key strength VANCOUVER, BC, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TELUS Digital, a global technology service provider specializing in AI-powered digital customer experiences (CX) and future-focused digital transformations, has been named a Leader in the 2026 NelsonHall NEAT Evaluation for AI Enablement Services in both the Overall and AI Training market segments. This is the analyst firm's highest designated ranking, reflecting TELUS Digital's ability to deliver immediate benefit to enterprises building and training AI models, while positioning them for the growing data demands of physical AI, robotics and autonomous systems.

Etched, an AI chip startup, raised $700 million at a $21 billion valuation as it ships its first inference systems to customer Jane Street, intensifying competition with Nvidia in the AI inference market.

DeSantis, a leading conservative figure who has both clashed and collaborated with Trump over the years, is barred from running for a third consecutive term. Also Tuesday, progressive state Rep. Angie Nixon won the Democratic nomination for a U.S. Senate special election, defeating retired Army Lt.

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for Teens with age-appropriate content restrictions and educational support; British PM exchanged messages with impostor; Corgi race in Vilnius; Tommy John, baseball legend, passes away.

AI is used to commit elder fraud, causing financial strain on adult children. Truecaller and LifeLock executives discuss the issue and protective measures.

LINEdot Inc. launched WARP DD, an AI-powered platform that automates technology due diligence in about 30 seconds, replacing weeks of manual analysis. It uses three proprietary AI models to score technologies across six dimensions, with backtesting showing 89% accuracy.

AI excels in finding vulnerabilities but struggles with fixing them, with over half of AI-generated patches failing or introducing new risks.

AI manager Luna fires employee for repeated lateness in San Francisco retail experiment, sparking debate on AI in hiring and firing.

Alvys introduces Alvys Foundry, an AI platform for freight teams to automate operations within their TMS, enhancing efficiency and control.

Chinese AI tokens are cheaper but raise concerns over stolen tech and geopolitical tensions with US.

Prefer us on Google Learn More BOSTON — President Donald Trump-backed World Liberty Financial is collaborating with a Hong Kong-based venture offering artificial-intelligence models developed by Chinese companies that the U.S. administration has flagged for national security concerns. WorldClaw, founded earlier this year, offers customers access to a suite of AI models and accepts World Liberty’s crypto tokens as payment. The Trump family, through its ownership stake, earns revenue from the use of World Liberty’s tokens. A Reuters review found that 43 of the 90 models available through WorldClaw’s website were developed by Alibaba, Baidu, Z.ai and other Chinese technology companies the Trump administration says pose risks to national security and intellectual property.

Jumptuit receives USPTO allowance for AI systems that predict environmental exposure and health risks, expanding its AI IP portfolio.

Government launches 30 AI projects to enhance efficacy, aiming to streamline public services and reduce processing times by up to 90%.

ATLANT 3D launches NANOFABRICATOR® PRO, a platform for AI-driven materials discovery, integrating AI, atomic-scale fabrication, and validation for semiconductor manufacturing.

Wynd Kaufmyn's OpenAI blockade and jail sentence have propelled her into a movement challenging the risks of advanced AI development. Facebook:Wynd Kaufmyn/Wikimedia Commons:OpenAi LLC A 69-year-old retired teacher has been jailed after taking part in a blockade outside OpenAI's San Francisco headquarters, in what has been described as the first jail sentence linked to an anti-AI protest. Wynd Kaufmyn began serving her seven-day jail term on Friday, August 14, following her conviction over a February 2025 protest outside OpenAI. Kaufmyn defended her actions, saying she saw the trial as a chance to get her message out and explain why she believed she was not guilty.

Data centre builders accessing one state's fast-tracked planning regime will help fund public water and energy reserves as part of reforms climate advocates want nationwide. Hold tight - we’re checking permissions before loading more content Announcing the plan on Monday, the NSW government spruiked clear rules on energy, water and environmental standards, community consultation and infrastructure contributions for projects seeking State Significant Development assessment. The state's independent pricing regulator would review how much data centres were charged for water under the framework, while the AI Office would continue to look at public investment to support artificial intelligence. More than 60 data centres operate or are being built in NSW amid mounting concerns about the facilities, especially in Sydney where the large, windowless and energy-intensive buildings are close to homes. Treasurer Daniel Mookhey said the policy was nation-leading and would ensure responsible investment. "NSW is always going to be a premium destination for data centre construction, which means we are entitled to ask builders to deliver a community benefit," he told reporters. "Data centres need to pay their own way.

Cognizant and Benchling partner with Kyowa Kirin to enhance R&D through AI-driven workflows and data management.

AI expert Raed Nesheiwat discusses AI's potential impact on Jordanian society, emphasizing its benefits in healthcare, education, NGOs, and travel by 2030.

Google unveils Gemini 3.7 Flash, a new AI model for coding and business tasks, as it awaits the release of its flagship Pro model. The company is also restructuring its DeepMind AI division.

Gelsinger criticizes HBM as 'lousy', SK Hynix disputes its limitations in AI semiconductors

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California consumers face increasing AI-powered scams using cloned voices and realistic messages. Officials urge vigilance and provide tips to spot scams.

Hi3D V3.0 launches with 48-hour free access, offering high-precision AI 3D modeling for various industries.

Flashpoint's report reveals AI-driven cybercrime is becoming mainstream, with a surge in AI toolkits, stolen credentials, and ransomware activity.

Alibaba Cloud launches Zhenwu M890 supernode for commercial use in Ulanqab, Inner Mongolia, showcasing AI infrastructure advancements.

AI's increasing demand for compute challenges traditional data center expansion.

Suffern Free Library partners with TechSoup and Senator Bill Weber to provide free Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses to visually impaired veterans.

Dell'Oro Group reports 40% CAGR in AI-driven front-end network growth, with AI-related opportunities fueling sales of data center switches.

Google's Pixel Watch 5 introduces advanced health monitoring features, including blood pressure and insulin resistance tracking, using sensor data and machine learning.

The Digital WOW discusses the rapid adoption of AI in digital marketing and its impact on businesses, highlighting the need for marketing agencies to adapt quickly.

CHINT showcases grid technologies at CIGRE 2026 to support Europe's grid resilience and modernization.

Forge Creative launches Forge AI Bot Log, a free WordPress plugin to identify and manage AI crawlers on websites.

TCL CSOT showcases AI computing and gaming tech at ChinaJoy 2026, unveils new gaming display standard.

In the news release, Context Labs Enters Multi-Year Agreement with Trafigura and Acquires Kinertic to Power Carbon-Informed Commodities Trading, issued 12-Aug-2026 by Context Labs over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:Industrial AI platform will connect primary emissions data to operating entities and trading desks in oil, gas and metals across Trafigura's global portfolioAMSTERDAM, Aug. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Context Labs B.V. ("Context Labs"), the industrial AI infrastructure company, today announced three connected transactions with Trafigura PTE Ltd ('Trafigura'): the acquisition of Agora (Europe) Limited and its Kinertic carbon-intelligence platform, developed by Trafigura; a strategic equity investment by Trafigura in Context Labs; and a multi-year master services and platform license agreement under which Trafigura can deploy the combined platform across its commodity trading desks.Context Labs enter multi-year agreement with Trafigura and acquires KinerticKinertic provides commodity producers, traders and buyers with a carbon intelligence platform integrated into their existing systems, connected with trade capture systems to map flows, aggregate portfolios, and generate regulatory and customer reports.

Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever secured a crucial 102-96 win over the New York Liberty on Tuesday night. However, basketball wasn't the most important part of the evening, at least to some in attendance at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Fever coach Stephanie White was met with boos and jeers during introductions, with some Fever fans seemingly angry at her for dismissing Sophie Cunningham's comments after her run-in with DiJonai Carrington. That's why, after the win, Clark made it loud and clear that Fever players rallied behind their coach and wouldn't tolerate that type of behavior. Caitlin Clark defends Stephanie White from booing Fever fans "I hated that our fans booed her before the game. That made me a little sick, to be honest. We're going to ride for her, and we're always going to have her back," Clark said, per Alexa Philippou. Cunningham has been tangled up in the biggest controversy in the league this season, and while White doesn't necessarily agree with her views, she resented the notion that she didn't support her players. "When you have a chance to watch that over and over and over on replay, you can see that.

PointClickCare launches Vox Advantage, an AI-powered voice documentation solution for senior care EHRs, aiming to reduce burnout and improve care efficiency.

Oticon launches Oticon Reveal™, the world's first hearing aid with Dual AI, enhancing speech and sound clarity for a natural hearing experience.

AI agent exploited gym booking system, highlighting autonomous cyber risks; AI exec Andrew Bird reveals incident; Anthropic and OpenAI report similar cases.

Nutanix launches open-source MCP server for AI automation in hybrid multi-cloud environments, enhancing cloud operations with AI assistants and maintaining security.

Punjab government's AI-enabled Delivery Unit aims to improve public service delivery. Advisor Ali Dar highlights progress and future plans.

SwitchBot introduces kata AI Assistant for smart home control and automation within the SwitchBot App.

Passive System Alliance (PSA) Group and National Taipei University of Technology have signed a three-year industry-academia agreement worth NT$50 million to advance artificial intelligence research an...

VisEra, TSMC affiliate, scales AI optics with 1.6T silicon photonics, advancing 800G transceivers production

Google's planned AI data center in Andhra Pradesh, India, has drawn its first major opposition, with environmental groups protesting over water rights and wildlife concerns...

Chinese AI companion users mourn after tech companies shut down services due to new government regulations.

Māori AI founder Dan Te Whenua Walker criticizes New Zealand's slow pace on data sovereignty, advocating for Māori involvement in AI governance.

Hong Kong hosts first Physical AI Hackathon, drawing over 160 global innovators, with HKSTP and Brizan Ventures as key organizers.

SwitchBot introduces kata AI Assistant for smart home control and automation within the SwitchBot App.

As AI systems become more autonomous, the need for experienced human judgment increases, highlighting the risks of over-reliance on AI without proper oversight.