Spotlight on Technology

Battle for Biotech Leadership: U.S. vs. China

(NewsUSA) - The battle for global leadership in biotechnology is not won or lost in a single field, but is spread across areas including supply chains, manufacturing capacity, data holdings, and …
Why enterprise contract data is failing AI
(BPT) - Key takeaways:Enterprises are rapidly adopting AI agents for contract management. But when contract data lacks context, the …
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From fridge to full house: The smart shopper's backup-power guide
(BPT) - If the power were to go out right now, how long could you keep your refrigerator cold? According to the U.S. Department of …
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5 ways to improve ventilation in residential and multifamily homes
(BPT) - Key takeaways:Proper ventilation is integral to the comfort and well-being of residents in multifamily constructions.Builders …
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Focus on Education and Safety for AI Use

(NewsUSA) - Americans across the political spectrum agree on how the country should approach artificial intelligence, according to a new report by Gallup and the Special Competitive Studies Project …

A flaw in three major AI agent platforms shows why guardrails don't work
Redpanda reports on a flaw called CoreBreak in major AI agent platforms, exposing inadequate guardrails. 
Tech news from around the web
What happens when the business changes faster than the training?
(BPT) - Key takeaways:A growing number of companies are turning to an AI-powered platform to help customer-facing teams create …
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4 Design Trends That Will Shape Kitchens and Baths in 2027
(BPT) - After years of neutral, one-size-fits-all rooms, homeowners are looking for spaces that feel like their own, with finishes …
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Nearly 9 in 10 Millennials and Almost 8 in 10 Gen Z Carry Debt
(BPT) - New research reveals how AI, gambling and money shame are shaping younger Americans' financial lives.Millennials and Gen Z are …
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How to spot and avoid AI scams
(BPT) - Artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become part of many people's everyday lives. Unfortunately, that includes scammers. …
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Breathe easier at home: The smart way to improve your indoor air quality
(BPT) - Key takeawaysHomeowners are seeking to make their homes more efficient, including indoor air quality solutions.Improving a …
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Technology news and features

The Geography of Quantum Innovation Goes Local

(NewsUSA) - Quantum information science, engineering, and technologies (QISET) is in its second phase, now rapidly evolving from lab-based projects to real-world applications that are impacting the …

Rule Changes to Federal Research Grants Could Cost America Its Technology Lead

(NewsUSA) - Proposed rule changes at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) could weaken the research enterprise that underpins American technology leadership, according to experts at the Special …

It Starts With a Game: How Gaming Became the Front Door to Friendship

(NewsUSA) - Gaming has transformed over the past three decades. In 1999, fewer than one in five players reported playing online, according to the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), and today, …
Tech companies need more data centers. So why are nearly half of all planned projects delayed or canceled?

ProLift reports nearly half of planned U.S. data centers face delays due to power constraints, equipment shortages, and regulatory issues, hampering AI growth.

AI agent governance at scale: The four pillars every enterprise needs

Redpanda reports that effective AI agent governance relies on four pillars: identity, authorization, observability, and accountability, to manage imperfect agents safely.

Asking AI for health or money advice? Here's where it gets its answers from.

Stacker reports on AI platforms' top-cited sources for health and finance topics, highlighting trusted sites like PubMed and Experian, with an emphasis on verifying information.

Why and how to implement privacy management in organizations

Vanta reports that privacy management has evolved into an ongoing operational function, requiring formal programs to handle personal data responsibly and comply with regulations.

Your boss is watching you: Workplace surveillance is on the rise, spurred by AI

Knowable Magazine reports that workplace surveillance is rising due to AI, with many employees monitored in real time. 

Businesses are embracing AI in calls, and so are scammers. How can you trust a voice on the line?

Sinch reports that AI voice scams are on the rise, with Americans losing $665 million in phone fraud in early 2026, making detection increasingly difficult.

Study: AI coding tools do not write accessible code

AudioEye reports that popular AI coding tools fail to meet basic accessibility standards, with a study revealing 306 issues across 15 AI-built sites.

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The Challenge of Hybrid Security Threats

(NewsUSA) - Modern conflict goes beyond troops and physical weapons. Warfare tactics now include cyber attacks, disinformation campaigns, election interference, and economic coercion.Dr. Teija …

How to spot imposter scams
A customer came into a Florida branch concerned about her bank account. She had received an email from an antivirus software company …
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AI is moving onto the construction site
In early 2027, in the German city of Koblenz, a construction team will begin work on a new residential “micro living” project. But …
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The benefits of managed IT services for legal firms
Data security is critical in today’s digital world, especially for law firms that handle sensitive client information. A lack of …
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How to avoid a SIM swap scam
You’ve probably deleted a shady text message or two without a second thought, and blocking spam email from strangers feels …
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Your October cybersecurity checklist: What to check about your public digital footprint
The scariest time of year is right around the corner, but the biggest threat to your privacy may have been silently looming in the …
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How to create and design a website with AI, according to experts
Today, there’s no excuse for not creating a website, especially when using an AI website builder to speed up the process. What used …
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C-suite may be overestimating how far along they are in agentic AI
As AI responsibility shifts to the C-suite, a new question is emerging: Do senior leaders have an inflated view of how advanced their …
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You can build a full business website in 4 days, new report says
If you've built a website in 2026, there's a good chance artificial intelligence did at least some of the work. AI tools can compress …
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What is edge AI and how does it work?
The global edge AI market is expected to grow from $30 billion in 2026 to $118.7 billion in 2033, demonstrating its effect on how …
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The doctor’s AI will see you now
Doctors are drowning in paperwork. Studies show they spend a significant portion of their workday and time outside of work on …
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Financial advisors ranked dead last in AI adoption in 2023. Here's how fast that changed, and what's still missing
A few years into AI's rise across every industry, most financial advisors have adopted some kind of tool. But how far has that …
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