Here is AITech365’s Weekly Roundup of the top news from global markets. In this fast-paced world, breaking down information helps readers grasp the nuances that follow the news.
In Automation in AI news this week…
Skild AI Unveils Skild Brain, a General AI Model for Robots
Skild AI, a pioneering robotics company advancing the future of AI-powered machines, has unveiled a first-ever glimpse into the capabilities of its groundbreaking foundation model for robotics. Through a newly released video, the company demonstrates the early success of its Physical AI an adaptable, shared brain designed to power a wide range of robotic platforms, environments, and real-world tasks.
In Healthcare news this week…
Google & HCA Healthcare Pilots “Nurse Handoff” App
Google & HCA Healthcare announced the launch of a pilot program for Nurse Handoff, a new application leveraging Google’s MedLM models to generate concise, AI-driven summaries of patient data and streamline nursing shift transitions.
In Martech news this week…
Cognizant & Lineage Aim to Elevate Cold Chain Experience
Cognizant, a leading provider of technology services, announced that it has expanded its strategic partnership with Lineage, Inc., the world’s largest global temperature-controlled warehouse REIT, to advance Lineage’s ongoing customer service transformation. The collaboration is aimed at delivering enhanced resources, reliable service models, and cutting-edge technologies, such as Agentic AI solutions, to empower the customer care organization that serves Lineage’s customers.
In Business Technology news this week…
SAFE & Cisco Unite for AI Risk & Business Impact Insights
SAFE, a global leader in AI-powered cyber risk management, has announced a strategic integration with Cisco, a global frontrunner in networking and cybersecurity solutions. This collaboration combines the advanced telemetry capabilities of Cisco AI Defense with SAFE’s innovative risk quantification platform, aiming to deliver real-time, actionable insights into cyber risks associated with artificial intelligence.
In Cloud news this week…
OpenText & TELUS to deliver Canadian sovereign AI
OpenText, the leading information management company, and TELUS, a world-leading communications technology company, announced the launch of the OpenText and TELUS Canadian Sovereign Cloud. This offering empowers Canadian organizations and government agencies with access to enterprise-grade cloud computing and AI capabilities while ensuring complete data sovereignty with every application, dataset, computation and network operation remaining securely within Canadian borders.
In IT and DevOps news this week…
Google Introduces New AI Capabilities in Firebase and Flutter to Accelerate App Development
Google announced a series of powerful updates to Firebase Studio, its cloud-based AI workspace designed to help developers build and launch the next generation of AI-powered applications. The new features, unveiled at I/O Connect India, aim to streamline agentic development across popular frameworks and languages by integrating Google’s Gemini AI with enhanced tooling and deeper backend connectivity.
In Manufacturing news this week…
Oracle Unveils New Tool to Boost Cloud Supply Chain Efficiency
Oracle has unveiled a powerful new addition to its Oracle Fusion Cloud Supply Chain and Manufacturing (SCM) portfolio a solution designed to help businesses optimize warehouse operations and boost overall supply chain performance. The new Oracle Fusion Cloud Advanced Inventory Management, part of the Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications Suite, integrates embedded AI to automate routine processes, enhance decision-making, and streamline fulfillment activities.
Insight of the Week
Security-First Mainframe Modernization: How to Evolve Without Creating New Risks
AI and tech leaders guiding digital transformation face a big challenge: the mainframe. It’s the base, the core of essential data and processes that have powered industries for years. The need to modernize is clear. We need to embrace cloud-native agility. We should use AI-driven insights and adapt to changing business needs. The critical challenge? Make sure this change doesn’t act like a Trojan horse. It could bring serious security risks to your strongest system. Modernization needs a ‘security-first’ mindset. This should be part of the initiative. We must focus on compliance, strong encryption, and strict zero-trust principles.
