AI Assistant stories
Developers on Linux can now use Claude Desktop natively, though the beta lacks Computer Use and voice input for now.
The update brings stronger autonomous task handling to Free and Pro users, while Anthropic also tightens cyber safeguards by default.
It could cut time spent switching between apps by letting small businesses pull live accounts data into Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Copilot Chat.
The move gives the eCommerce group a seat on the PyTorch Foundation's Governing Board as it deepens its open-source AI push.
Customers can now query and act on API security data in plain English, but every change still needs human approval before it is applied.
Managers can now get real-time guidance on staff talks and performance decisions as Oracle embeds coaching into its HR software.
IT teams using PDQ can now draft custom deployment packages faster, as the new assistant handles routine scripting and setup steps.
Retailers are being pushed to capture sales from AI assistants as Salesforce links its commerce software to ChatGPT and other platforms.
The update aims to give large organisations tighter control over AI workloads spread across clouds, servers and containers, with policy checks built in.
The update gives Microsoft customers faster visibility into AI-driven access risks, after Netwrix linked broader identity footprints to higher breach rates.
Eligible TCL TV owners in Europe can now use voice-led Gemini searches and smart home controls, with the UK already receiving the update.
The platform aims to close the gap between heavy AI spending and everyday use, especially for frontline staff across fragmented workplace systems.
Manufacturers and distributors can now query live ERP data in context, as the new tool aims to ease skills shortages and speed decisions.
Critical infrastructure operators face a new AI defence as EmberAI is designed to speed OT threat triage amid rising cyberattack risk.
Businesses can now assign tasks in Slack threads to a shared Claude instance, with administrator controls designed to limit access and spending.
Analysts at critical infrastructure sites can now use a specialised AI tool that keeps data in-house and speeds OT threat response.
Scam checks are now available to Claude users across all tiers, as Norton embeds its Genie tool to flag suspicious messages and links.
Managed service providers could cut hours of manual vulnerability work per client as the update links scans, remediation and audit evidence.
Procurement teams are under pressure to cut costs as Amazon Business reports strong first-year growth and launches AI buying tools in Australia.
The cloud-based app could cut setup time for small merchants and intensify pressure on Square, Shopify and Lightspeed in Australia.
