Author: Art Ryan

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer confined to the realms of data science and software engineering. Increasingly, professionals from diverse fields—including nursing and teaching—are enrolling in AI courses to integrate technology into their daily practices. This growing trend highlights the transformative potential of AI across industries, particularly in education and healthcare. The Growing Demand for AI Skills AI has become a foundational technology reshaping how people work, learn, and provide services. With automation and digital transformation accelerating across sectors, professionals are recognizing the need to upskill in AI to remain competitive and effective in their roles. Why Nurses and Teachers…

Tecno, owned by China’s Transsion Holdings, is all set to showcase its latest devices at the Mobile World Congress (MWC) Barcelona 2025. The brand confirmed that it will unveil the Camon 40 smartphone series and MegaBook S14 laptop at the trade show. Tecno will also showcase its first AI glasses at the launch event. The Tecno Camon 40 series is teased to arrive with advanced AI imaging technology and MediaTek Dimensity Ultimate processors. The MegaBook S14 will boast a 14-inch OLED display, whereas the Tecno AI glasses family will include two models. Tecno AI Ecosystem Product Launch Event Date Announced…

Taiwan is planning to expand the use of artificial intelligence (AI)-based X-ray imaging to customs clearance points over the next four years to curb the smuggling of contraband, a Customs Administration official said. The official on condition of anonymity said the plan would cover meat products, e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, large bundles of banknotes and certain agricultural produce. Taiwan began using AI image recognition systems in July 2021. This year, generative AI — a subset of AI which uses generative models to produce data — would be used to train AI models to produce realistic X-ray images of contraband,…

Using AI and Innovation to Prepare for the Next Global Health Crisis Planet Classroom Network presents AI and Tech for Health: WHO’s Andy Pattison, the latest episode in its AI for a Better World series, hosted by C.M. (Cathy) Rubin. In this timely episode, Andy Pattison, Team Lead for Digital Channels at the World Health Organization (WHO), explores how lessons from the last pandemic are shaping the future of global health communication. As misinformation continues to threaten public health, WHO is leveraging AI-driven content, chatbots, and hyperlocal storytelling to ensure that life-saving messages reach diverse populations worldwide. “The next health crisis isn’t…

Chinese AI startup DeepSeek recently declared that its AI models could be very profitable — with some asterisks. In a post on X, DeepSeek boasted that its online services have a “cost profit margin” of 545%. However, that margin is calculated based on “theoretical income.” It discussed these numbers in more detail at the end of a longer GitHub post outlining its approach to achieving “higher throughput and lower latency.” The company wrote that when it looks at usage of its V3 and R1 models during a 24-hour period, if that usage had all been billed using R1 pricing, DeepSeek would already have $562,027 in…

Chinese authorities are instructing the country’s top artificial intelligence entrepreneurs and researchers to avoid travel to the United States, the Wall Street Journal reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter. The authorities are concerned that Chinese AI experts traveling abroad could divulge confidential information about the nation’s progress, the newspaper said. Authorities also fear that executives could be detained and used as a bargaining chip in U.S.-China negotiations, the Journal said, drawing parallels to the detention of a Huawei executive in Canada at Washington’s request during the first Trump administration. The U.S. and China are locked in a…

Samsung is bringing even more AI to its line of budget-friendly phones. The new Galaxy A56, A36, and A26 now come with what the company calls “awesome intelligence,” enabling an array of new AI-powered image editing features already available with Samsung’s pricier S25 lineup. One of these features is Best Face, an AI tool that lets you swap the facial expressions of up to five people in a motion photo in case someone blinks or looks away from the camera. It’s similar to Google Pixel’s Best Take and launched with the Galaxy S25 in January. There’s an “improved” object removal tool and photo…

While Meta has been working hard on its own artificial intelligence, at the moment it’s more of a companion to the company’s apps (Facebook, Instagram, WhatsApp and Messenger) and hardware (Ray-Ban smartglasses) than a direct rival to the likes of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, Google’s Gemini and Microsoft’s Copilot. But that could be set to change this year. According to a report from CNBC, Meta is planning to create a standalone AI app at some point in the second quarter. Assuming no delays, that means any point between April and June. The aim, according to the site’s sources who asked not to be named for confidentiality reasons, is to see…

The latest research from IBM (NYSE: IBM) found that Indonesian companies surveyed invest in artificial intelligence (or artificial intelligence AI) in the long term and have high interest in open-source movements to encourage ROI (return on investment) and innovation. Studies involving more than 2,400 information technology decision makers worldwide, conducted by Morning Consult and Lopez Research, show that 85% of respondents reported progress in implementing AI strategies in 2024, with nearly half (47%) already making it to the positive ROI of their AI investments. The data also shows that the use of open-source devices for AI solutions has the potential…

Mistral AI, the French company behind AI assistant Le Chat and several foundational models, is officially regarded as one of France’s most promising tech startups and is arguably the only European company that could compete with OpenAI. But compared to its $6 billion valuation, its global market share is still relatively low. However, the recent launch of its chat assistant on mobile app stores was met with some hype, particularly in its home country. “Go and download Le Chat, which is made by Mistral, rather than ChatGPT by OpenAI — or something else,” French president Emmanuel Macron said in a TV interview ahead of the…

SymbyAI, a SaaS platform that uses AI to streamline scientific research, announced a $2.1 million seed round with participation from Drive Capital and CharacterVC, among others. Launched just last year by Ashia Livaudais and Michael House, the platform provides organized workspaces for researchers to access papers, code, data, and experiences within one place. It helps track progress and has an AI-feature that assists with peer review and replication. “It’s also important to note that SymbyAI is built on a proprietary AI solution, so users don’t have to worry about accidentally sending confidential information to OpenAI, Anthropic, or any other company,”…

US banking heavyweight BNY has entered into a new multi-year partnership with OpenAI to accelerate its AI transformation initiatives. The bank says it will utilise OpenAI’s technology to “enhance its proprietary enterprise AI platform, Eliza, and scale AI-powered solutions across its global operations”. Debuted last August, Eliza provides BNY employees with access to AI-powered insights and tools to streamline workflows and improve decision-making, with the bank claiming that more than half of its staff use the service “regularly”. Now, Eliza is set to integrate “additional AI capabilities such as OpenAI’s advanced reasoning model and fine-tuning capabilities” as a result of the bank’s latest…

Matrix AI Consulting launches Agentic AI, a new autonomous AI solution designed to streamline business operations and enhance decision-making. Matrix AI Consulting, a leader in AI-driven business transformation, announces the launch of Agentic AI, a groundbreaking AI service designed to revolutionise how businesses harness artificial intelligence. With over 25 years of expertise in disruptive technology, Matrix AI Consulting is bringing its deep knowledge of AI, automation, and digital transformation to enterprises worldwide. Agentic AI enables businesses to deploy intelligent, autonomous AI agents that can operate independently, learn in real time, and enhance decision-making. These AI-powered agents seamlessly integrate into existing business systems, optimising…

Recently in Tokyo an AI-driven robot leaned over a man lying on his back and gently put a hand on his knee and another on a shoulder and rolled him onto his side — a manoeuvre used to change diapers or prevent bedsores in the elderly. The 150-kg (330 lb) artificial intelligence-driven humanoid robot called AIREC is a prototype future “caregiver” for Japan’s rapidly ageing population and chronic shortage of aged-care workers. “Given our highly advanced ageing society and declining births, we will be needing robots’ support for medical and elderly care, and in our daily lives,” said Shigeki Sugano,…

Meta has fired “roughly” 20 employees for leaking confidential information, The Verge reports. “We tell employees when they join the company, and we offer periodic reminders, that it is against our policies to leak internal information, no matter the intent,” Meta told the publication. “We recently conducted an investigation that resulted in roughly 20 employees being terminated for sharing confidential information outside the company, and we expect there will be more. We take this seriously, and will continue to take action when we identify leaks.” The move comes in response to a surge of news stories that shared leaked details about Meta’s internal meetings and undisclosed…

At Web Summit Qatar 2025, legendary four-time Olympic champion Sir Mo Farah and Marcel Muenster, CEO & Founder of Global Running League (GRL), introduced a groundbreaking initiative set to revolutionize the world of running. The Global Running League (GRL) is designed to bring running back into the spotlight, blending elite competition with accessibility for all levels—creating an engaging, team-based format unlike anything seen before. A New Era for Running: Global Running League Debuts in Qatar The first-ever Global Running League event is set to take place on May 9th and 10th, 2025, at the Lusail Circuit in Qatar. The choice…

At Web Summit Qatar 2025, Christophe Guittard, Senior Vice President, Digital at Qatar Airways, highlighted how the airline is not just redefining travel but also innovating in AI, immersive experiences, and digital loyalty programs. As a technology-driven global aviation group, Qatar Airways continues to pioneer customer experience enhancements beyond traditional airline services. Qatar Airways: More Than an Airline “Qatar Airways is more than just an airline—it’s a global group with over 27 interconnected brands, each designed to enhance the customer experience beyond travel,” said Guittard. From luxury travel experiences to AI-powered interactions, the airline is leveraging cutting-edge technology to transform…

At just 17 years old, Lucas Spusta, Developer & Co-Founder of Lumasof, is already making waves in the AI and enterprise software space. Speaking at Web Summit Qatar 2025, Spusta shared his journey from self-taught programmer at age seven to successful startup founder, and how his company is creating cost-effective AI solutions that challenge industry giants. Building Lumasof: From Freelance to Enterprise Solutions Spusta’s entrepreneurial story began out of necessity. At 12 years old, he realized that companies wouldn’t hire him due to his age. Instead, with his father’s help, he founded his own LLC, a software development agency that…

At Web Summit Qatar 2025, the focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and education was highlighted by Sylia Khecheni, Head of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST). As a university-based incubator, UDST is redefining how academia nurtures entrepreneurial talent, creating direct pathways for students to bring their ideas to life, connect with investors, and launch successful startups. Why UDST is at Web Summit Qatar “The Web Summit is the event for innovation and entrepreneurship, and being here was a must for us,” Khecheni explained. UDST’s presence at the summit reflects its commitment to offering students…

At Web Summit Qatar 2025, the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and energy took center stage as Dan Jeavons, VP of Digital Innovation at Shell, and Dr. Jack Lau, President of Qatar Science and Technology Park (QSTP), unveiled a groundbreaking initiative aimed at attracting startups to solve some of the most pressing challenges in the energy sector. Shell & QSTP: A Powerful Collaboration for AI Innovation The newly launched AI competition seeks to bring cutting-edge startups to Qatar to work on high-impact AI solutions tailored for the energy industry. Jeavons emphasized the transformational potential of AI in solving energy challenges,…