GitHub has launched Copilot’s agent mode, enhancing AI-driven coding by allowing developers to generate, refactor, and deploy code with a single prompt. This evolution in agentic AI aims to streamline development tasks, with future plans for Project Padawan, an autonomous software engineering agent to handle entire projects independently.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy stated that the company’s cloud business, AWS, could have expanded more rapidly if not for “capacity constraints” related to AI chips and server components. Despite a 19% sales increase, AWS faces challenges meeting demand, with expectations for improved capacity in the latter half of 2025.
As AI transforms the cybersecurity landscape, organizations in the Asia-Pacific region face increasing threats from sophisticated AI-driven attacks. With the cybersecurity market projected to reach $44.52 billion, businesses must adapt their strategies, prioritize responsible AI use, and implement robust defenses to stay ahead of evolving cyber threats.
Avelios has secured $31 million in funding led by Sequoia to revolutionize healthcare IT. By developing a comprehensive hospital information system, Avelios aims to address the challenges posed by outdated legacy systems, enabling better data integration and paving the way for advanced AI applications in healthcare.
In her research, Kavita Swapnil Kulkarni explores how AI is revolutionizing telecommunications through traffic prediction and congestion control. These innovations enhance network efficiency, scalability, and resilience, enabling operators to anticipate challenges and optimize resources, ultimately paving the way for smarter, more adaptive networks in an increasingly connected world.
Google has unveiled new affordable Gemini AI models, including the cost-efficient 2.0 Flash-Lite, to address rising development costs and compete with DeepSeek’s low-cost offerings. The updates aim to enhance performance while maintaining competitive pricing, responding to investor concerns and market dynamics in the evolving AI landscape.
In a rapidly evolving digital economy, André Modena advocates for AI-driven data management solutions to transform business operations. By addressing inefficiencies, enhancing cybersecurity, and fostering workforce development, his approach aims to turn data into actionable insights, enabling organizations to adapt and thrive in a competitive landscape.
Astra Security has secured $2.7 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven cybersecurity solutions. The investment, led by Emergent Ventures, will support the development of advanced tools for continuous vulnerability detection, addressing the complexities of modern cyber threats and reinforcing the company’s commitment to innovation in the cybersecurity landscape.
The PIPEON project has launched to develop innovative robots and AI solutions for sewer maintenance. Led by Tallinn University of Technology, this €8M initiative aims to create autonomous robots capable of inspecting and maintaining Europe’s extensive sewer networks, addressing challenges posed by climate change and an aging workforce.
OpenAI is reportedly planning to enter the hardware market, as indicated by a recent trademark filing. The application suggests potential development of AI-powered devices, including humanoid robots, AR/VR platforms, and smart wearables. While no immediate products are confirmed, the interest in hardware is evident.
