Topic: in-house development
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Microsoft replaces OpenAI with its own AI in apps
Microsoft is gradually replacing OpenAI and Anthropic models with its own MAI models in select Copilot features where cost efficiency and data residency provide advantages, while the partners still handle most production traffic. At Build, Microsoft unveiled seven MAI models including a reasoning...
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Ford's AI Assistant Arrives This Year, Level 3 Autonomy by 2028
Ford is developing an in-house AI voice assistant for 2026 and targeting hands-free, eyes-off Level 3 autonomous driving by 2028, aiming to make these advanced features more affordable. The company is pivoting its strategy to focus on attainable driver-assist technology and a new electric vehicle...
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FedEx partners for automation, not proprietary tech
FedEx is pursuing a partnership-driven strategy to integrate advanced logistics automation, collaborating with specialized robotics firms rather than building all systems in-house. A key example is its multi-year collaboration with Berkshire Grey to develop the "Scoop" robot for bulk package unlo...
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MCP startup Runlayer accuses Rippling of stealing its product idea
Runlayer, an AI infrastructure security startup, has sued Rippling for allegedly stealing its product concept after an extended trial, accusing the HR software firm of trade secret misappropriation, breach of contract, and unfair competition. The lawsuit highlights a key risk for enterprise AI st...
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Microsoft Unveils Its First In-House AI Image Generator
Microsoft has launched MAI-Image-1, its first internally developed text-to-image generator, enhancing its AI portfolio with a focus on high-quality, original visual content. The model was developed with artist input to avoid generic results and excels in producing realistic images quickly, partic...
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Lego's New Smart Brick: A Digital Brain for the Iconic Toy
Lego has launched a new Smart Play system featuring a central Smart Brick that adds sound and light effects to physical builds without requiring a screen, using sensors and connectivity. The initial launch includes three Star Wars-themed sets, such as Luke's X-Wing and a Throne Room Duel set, whi...
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Apple's Next AI Wearables: Glasses, Pendant, and AirPods
Apple is developing three new AI-powered wearables: smart glasses, a camera pendant, and upgraded AirPods, all designed to integrate with the iPhone and enable Siri to understand visual context. The smart glasses, targeting a 2027 release, will focus on audio, photography, and AI-driven environme...
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Apple's Siri Gets Smarter with Gemini AI on Private Cloud
Apple is partnering with Google to integrate Gemini's AI into Siri, aiming to enhance its intelligence while maintaining a strong commitment to user privacy through a collaborative effort. The enhanced Siri will use a combination of on-device processing and Apple's Private Cloud Compute infrastru...
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