Author: Art Ryan

ServiceNow is expanding its enterprise artificial intelligence capabilities with the introduction of AI Passport, a new security and governance solution designed to help businesses control how autonomous AI agents operate across their systems. Announced on October 15, 2026, the technology forms part of ServiceNow’s broader effort to make enterprise AI more secure, accountable and easier to manage. The company also revealed additional capabilities for its Super Intelligence Control Tower, including AI monitoring, risk management and cost governance. Businesses are increasingly allowing AI agents to perform tasks that previously required human involvement. These systems can access company information, communicate with applications…

Meta and Apple are working together on artificial intelligence, an unexpected development considering their long history of disagreements over privacy, advertising and platform control. Meta has introduced Muse Spark Open, a large open-weight AI model designed for advanced reasoning, software development and autonomous AI tasks. The company also collaborated with Apple to make the model run on Mac Studio computers using Apple’s MLX machine learning framework. The partnership brings together Meta’s AI research and Apple’s hardware capabilities, giving developers another way to operate powerful AI systems without relying entirely on cloud infrastructure. For Apple, the collaboration demonstrates the growing potential…

North Korea has reportedly tested a new torpedo equipped with artificial intelligence, signalling another step in the country’s efforts to develop more advanced underwater weapons. According to the Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), the test involved the Zam-2.0 precision-guided torpedo, a weapon designed to improve underwater targeting and navigation through AI-assisted technology. The announcement comes as Pyongyang continues investing in military modernisation, including submarine-launched missiles, underwater weapons and advanced propulsion systems. While North Korean state media described the test as successful, independent verification of the torpedo’s performance remains limited. The development also raises questions about how artificial intelligence could change…

Singapore is bringing artificial intelligence deeper into its public sector through a new partnership with Anthropic, the American AI company behind Claude. The agreement, announced on October 14, 2026, brings Anthropic together with Singapore’s Ministry of Digital Development and Information (MDDI) to strengthen AI safety, improve government technology and support responsible AI adoption across businesses. The announcement also coincides with Anthropic opening its fifth Asia-Pacific office in Singapore, giving the company a stronger presence in one of its most active markets. Singapore already uses AI in government operations, but this partnership could push adoption further. More than 1,500 engineers and…

IBM has joined forces with India’s MeitY Startup Hub (MSH) through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at helping emerging technology companies develop, test and commercialise advanced solutions. The IBM MeitY Startup Hub partnership will focus on artificial intelligence, hybrid cloud, quantum computing and enterprise technology. The collaboration aims to connect Indian startups with technical expertise, mentorship and potential business opportunities. MeitY Startup Hub operates under India’s Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. By combining its nationwide startup network with IBM’s enterprise technology capabilities, the two organisations hope to help young companies move beyond experimentation and develop solutions that businesses…

Dubai has launched GenDubAI, a digital platform designed to help parents understand artificial intelligence. It also guides their children toward safer, more responsible AI use. The initiative focuses on families with children aged 8 to 15. It offers practical resources that explain how AI works, where it can help and what risks parents should recognise. Developed by the Dubai Centre for Artificial Intelligence (DCAI), in collaboration with the Community Development Authority (CDA) and Dubai Future Foundation, the platform aims to make AI education part of everyday family life. Available in Arabic and English, GenDubAI encourages parents and children to explore…

Dubai is setting its sights on Chinese artificial intelligence companies and advanced manufacturers as it prepares for its next phase of economic growth. The emirate wants to move beyond traditional trade and attract businesses developing intelligent machines, industrial automation and emerging technologies. The strategy gained attention during the Dubai Business Forum – China in Shenzhen, where investors, business leaders and government representatives explored opportunities for closer economic cooperation. China is already one of Dubai’s largest trading partners. Non-oil trade between the two markets reached approximately AED 363.5 billion ($99 billion) in 2025. Dubai now wants to build on that relationship…

Apple is preparing to introduce its first Apple Intelligence features in mainland China this December, potentially ending a two-year wait that has left Chinese iPhone users without the company’s built-in artificial intelligence tools. According to a Bloomberg report published on October 14, 2026, Apple plans to introduce the initial features through its upcoming iOS 27.3 software update. The move could help the iPhone maker strengthen its position in one of the world’s most competitive smartphone markets. The rollout, however, won’t include everything Apple offers elsewhere. Its more advanced Siri capabilities and several generative AI tools are expected to remain unavailable…

Accenture and Workday are expanding their partnership with a new engineering program designed to help businesses move artificial intelligence beyond testing and into everyday operations. Announced on October 13, 2026, the Accenture Workday agentic AI program introduces a joint forward deployed engineering initiative focused on human resources and finance. The companies aim to help organisations deploy AI agents faster, integrate them into existing systems and generate measurable returns from their technology investments. Rather than offering another standalone AI tool, the initiative places engineers directly alongside corporate teams. Their job is to tackle practical challenges involving business processes, data integration and…

French cloud provider Scaleway has announced plans to build an AMD-powered AI supercomputer in Sweden. This marks another step in Europe’s efforts to expand its artificial intelligence infrastructure. Furthermore, it aims to reduce dependence on a handful of major computing providers. The company announced the project on October 13, 2026, during its annual ai-PULSE conference in Paris. The system will use AMD Instinct MI355X graphics processors to support demanding AI workloads, including model training and inference. The investment also gives AMD another opportunity to challenge Nvidia’s dominance in AI computing. For European businesses, the project could provide more choices when…

The way Americans shop online is changing, and artificial intelligence is increasingly becoming the first place they turn for product information. Nearly 61 million US consumers now use AI shopping assistants as their starting point for online product research, according to findings from PYMNTS Intelligence. Rather than immediately visiting Amazon or using a traditional search engine, shoppers are asking AI tools to compare prices, explain product features and recommend products that suit their needs. The findings highlight how conversational AI is reshaping product discovery. While established online marketplaces continue to handle many purchases, AI is beginning to influence which products…

Abu Dhabi-based Core42 has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Italy’s Assolombarda, creating new opportunities for industrial companies in Lombardy to explore sovereign artificial intelligence, secure cloud infrastructure and advanced data-sharing technologies. The agreement connects Core42, a subsidiary of UAE technology group G42, with one of Italy’s leading industrial associations. Assolombarda represents 7,158 companies across Milan, Monza and Brianza, Lodi and Pavia, covering a workforce of more than 440,000 people. At the centre of the collaboration is forgIA, Assolombarda’s industrial data initiative. The platform aims to help businesses share information securely, develop industry-specific AI applications and maintain control over…

German clean energy startup 1Komma5Grad has reached a $1.35 billion valuation following a new financing round, strengthening its position in the growing market for artificial intelligence-powered energy management. The Hamburg-based company secured €70 million in fresh funding from new and existing investors, including Japanese cleantech investor Marunouchi Innovation Partners. The investment comes as 1Komma5Grad prepares to expand its AI capabilities and explore new international markets. At the centre of its strategy is Heartbeat AI, an intelligent energy management platform that helps households coordinate electricity generation, storage and consumption. The company plans to invest more than €100 million in the technology…

The United Kingdom has confirmed that its AI Security Institute (AISI) is testing some of the world’s most advanced artificial intelligence models, strengthening the country’s efforts to identify potential security threats before powerful AI systems reach the public. British AI Minister Kanishka Narayan announced the development on October 12, 2026, amid growing concerns about the risks associated with increasingly capable AI models and autonomous systems. The announcement follows questions about whether British researchers would continue receiving early access to advanced models developed by American technology companies. For the UK, maintaining that access is becoming increasingly important. Government researchers want to…

Saudi Arabia’s artificial intelligence sector continues to attract new businesses, with AI-related commercial registrations increasing 31% year on year to more than 24,000 in the third quarter of 2026. The growth reflects rising interest in emerging technologies as the Kingdom accelerates its digital transformation under Vision 2030. According to the Saudi Ministry of Commerce’s latest Business Sector Bulletin, commercial activity also expanded across cloud computing and cybersecurity. Both sectors play an important role in supporting AI development and deployment. The figures suggest that Saudi Arabia’s technology ambitions are translating into greater business interest. However, commercial registrations do not necessarily indicate…

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) emerged among the major winners at the AI World Series Awards 2026, highlighting the growing role of artificial intelligence in the UAE’s government services and industrial operations. The third annual awards ceremony took place on October 8, 2026, at Dubai Silicon Oasis. Organised by the AI for Business Institute, the event recognised organisations using artificial intelligence to improve customer experiences, business processes, workforce capabilities and operational performance. The programme presented awards across 16 categories, alongside an overall winner distinction. Dubai RTA collected two awards for customer engagement…

Desktop Metal has been nominated for the 2026 World AI Awards in the 3D Printing category, recognising its contributions to industrial additive manufacturing, advanced simulation and software-driven production technologies. The nomination highlights an area of manufacturing where digital intelligence is helping engineers address persistent challenges. Producing a complex metal component is one thing. Making it accurately, repeatedly and economically is another. The World AI Awards recognises organisations, individuals, products and technologies contributing to the development and real-world application of artificial intelligence across industries. Desktop Metal developed industrial 3D printing systems that combine specialised hardware, materials and manufacturing software. Its portfolio…

Carbon has been nominated for the 2026 World AI Awards in the 3D Printing category, recognising the company’s work in advanced additive manufacturing, computational design and software-driven production technologies. The nomination comes as 3D printing moves beyond prototypes and into the production of finished consumer and industrial products. Carbon has helped accelerate that transition through its Digital Light Synthesis technology, manufacturing software and engineering materials. The World AI Awards recognises organisations, individuals, products and technologies contributing to the development and real-world application of artificial intelligence across industries. For Carbon, the opportunity lies in connecting digital design with physical manufacturing. Its…

Apple is giving its Home app a more intelligent role in household security. With Apple Intelligence, compatible security cameras can now deliver AI-generated descriptions of recorded events, organize important activities and reduce unnecessary notifications. The technology promises to make home monitoring easier. Instead of reviewing several camera recordings, homeowners can receive a summary explaining what happened outside their property. Yet the convenience comes with questions about data privacy, cloud processing and the cost of accessing Apple’s latest smart home features. Apple Intelligence Brings Smarter Video Monitoring to the Home App Apple Intelligence is changing how homeowners interact with security cameras…

Amazon is reportedly negotiating a deal to acquire artificial intelligence startup Decart for approximately $7 billion, a move that could strengthen its position in the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure market. According to The Wall Street Journal, the discussions center on Decart’s technology, which helps developers run artificial intelligence workloads more efficiently across different computing chips. The potential acquisition comes as Amazon Web Services (AWS) continues investing in custom AI processors and cloud infrastructure. No final agreement has been announced, and the negotiations could still change or collapse. Amazon Targets Decart to Expand Its AI Computing Capabilities Amazon’s interest in Decart…