Rubrik unveils Agent Identity to govern AI agents one tool call at a time
Rubrik Inc. today unveiled Rubrik Agent Identity, a service that governs what artificial intelligence agents are allowed to do by granting access one tool call at a time.
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AI Leaders Propose SAFE Guidelines for Cybersecurity Transparency
Members of the Open Secure AI Alliance — now more than 120 organizations strong — are developing new guidelines to strengthen agentic AI cybersecurity as the annual Black Hat conference begins in Las…
This AI Book Generator Makes Passive Income
Youbooks helps professionals create non-fiction manuscripts from idea to publication in hours, not months. The post This AI Book Generator Makes Passive Income appeared first on TechRepublic .
Convex reels in $57M for its AI-optimized application backend
Developer tooling startup Convex Inc. today disclosed that it has closed a $57 million funding round led by Insight Partners.
A majority of Americans don’t actually fit either climate camp
An analysis of 20 years of polling data shows how age, education and income—in addition to political affiliation—shape views on climate policy
Ethyca launches Astralis to govern enterprise AI agents in real time
Data privacy engineering company Ethyca Inc. today launched Astralis, a platform that governs how enterprise artificial intelligence models and agents use company data in real time.
"Peanut butter" pay raises are out, as employers shift to merit hikes
Here's what employees can expect for a raise in 2027 as companies move away from broad-based pay increases.
- Employers shifting from uniform "peanut butter" raises to merit-based increases
- Base pay increase expected at 3.5% in 2027, slight rise from 3.4%
- Aerospace and defense, pharmaceuticals to see larger pay boosts at 4.5% and 4%
Is tech the main battleground as EU and US drift apart? One Chinese prediction says so
Clashes between the United States and European Union are becoming the “new normal” with competition over tech regulations at the “core”, according to an analysis published by a leading Chinese think…
Fire department leaders drive crew fitness, study finds
For firefighters, physical fitness is a matter of safety, survival and long-term health. While past research has largely focused on individual habits, a new study has revealed that station leaders…
Study shows AI could support low-cost foot health technology
Researchers have demonstrated that AI tools could play an important part in developing simpler, lower-cost technologies for monitoring foot health, particularly in settings where access to specialized…
World Bank warns developing countries have narrow window to embrace AI
The World Bank on Tuesday warned that developing countries have a narrow window to seize on the economic gains that artificial intelligence can deliver.
T-Mobile Shifts to 3-Year Phone Installments with New ‘2.0’ Mobile Plans
Buying a phone from the carrier now includes an option to get it for zero dollars upfront, not even taxes – for customers who qualify.
Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping
The new service makes it easier for consumers to equip AI agents with tools that let them spend and identity themselves to merchants’ agents.
Battle in the Flower Gardens Is a Video Game-Infused Coming-of-Age Story
Check out our exclusive first look at Battle in the Flower Gardens, a new coming-of-age graphic novel with a heavy dose of video game nostalgia.
T-Mobile Is Stretching Its Device Commitment to 3 Years with New Installment and ‘2.0’ Phone Plans
The carrier is incrementing its plans to “2.0” versions and giving customers the option of paying off devices over 36 months.
Need a boost? We absolutely love these stunning colour-soaked photos! Take a look and brighten your day
Need some inspiration for your colour photography? We share some of our favourites from the International Amateur Photographer of the Year competition The post Need a boost?
2-K offers are out: 2,000 NYC toddlers get spots, 5,700 apply
Roughly 2,000 families received offers for a spot in the inaugural year of 2-K, New York City’s new free childcare program for 2-year-olds, officials announced Tuesday.
Inside ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Director Destin Daniel Cretton’s Record-Breaking, Bittersweet Weekend
The director opens up to TheWrap about having a hit movie and a canceled TV show (both from Marvel Studios) in the same week The post Inside ‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ Director Destin Daniel…
Travelers beware — Microsoft experts warn hotel Wi-Fi can be hijacked to infect your devices with dangerous malware
Russian criminals are targeting hotel Wi-Fi networks with captive portals and using them to deploy infostealers.
Is the future of data centers portable? Runware builds a pod to find out
On Tuesday, AI infrastructure company Runware announced the launch of its own modular data center called Sonic Inference Pod.
Mike Florio Talks NBC, ‘PFT Live’ Shifts, 49ers Criticism
The ProFootballTalk founder returns as a ‘Football Night in America’ analyst.
AI agents can create database sprawl issues. YugabyteDB’s solution is more agents!
The next database scaling problem may not be how big a database gets, but how many databases an enterprise suddenly The post AI agents can create database sprawl issues.
Astro’s GitHub issue backlog is heading to zero for the first time in 5 years. Now Cloudflare is open-sourcing the tool that did it.
Most open source maintainers will know the feeling of opening GitHub to a growing pile of issues that can’t feasibly The post Astro’s GitHub issue backlog is heading to zero for the first time in 5…
'Significant areas of Mars may have once been covered by water': Scientists find hidden clue in Spirit rover data
A new analysis of decades-old data from NASA's Spirit rover has uncovered overlooked traces of crystalline hematite and altered magnetite, adding to growing evidence that liquid water once played a…
Levain Bakery just dropped a Crate & Barrel collab for all your cookie needs
Levain Bakery used to use Crate & Barrel products to display its cookies because the home goods brand’s serveware looked clean, simple, and elevated.
CMFs first pair of open earbuds are finally here and have the potential to be a category best this year
The CMF Clip Pro are the first open earbuds from the brand, and they didn't hold back. Our audio expert dives into what makes them so impressive.
BitGo’s WBTC move pushes LayerZero-to-Chainlink tally near $15 billion
A migration wave followed a $292 million Kelp bridge exploit, with announced LayerZero-to-Chainlink moves now totaling $14.5 billion.
As Clarity Act teeters, mystery group hammers away at crypto in Washington ads
Crypto Watchdog has taken to warning people in DC about the hazards of digital assets, and its director won't say who is backing it.
Nikon never bothered to support the Nikon Zf and Zfc with retro-cool lenses, but thanks to Voigtlander it doesn’t need to
I’m long past hoping Nikon will launch a range of retro-themed optics to support its heritage mirrorless cameras, but here’s why that shouldn’t put you off investing in a Nikon Zf
Bessent says there may be deal Tuesday or Wednesday to open Strait of Hormuz with 'freedom of movement'
"We are in talks with the Iranians," the Treasury secretary told CNBC's "Squawk Box."
'Most exciting player' Eala shows 'Filipino heart' to make history
After making history in Washington, BBC Sport looks at Alexandra Eala's journey to her first title.
Government expands discount scheme to encourage larger businesses to install rooftop solar
The Albanese government will expand the scheme which provides incentives to households and businesses to install rooftop solar.
Kretinsky share sale hinders Staveley's West Ham bid
West Ham co-chair Daniel Kretinsky sells a small stake in the club in a move that could end Amanda Staveley's hopes of investment.
UAE procured $100M in stolen gold from Sudan, investigation finds
Sudan’s civil war has fuelled the flow of gold — both legal and illegal — between the two countries.
to the Covid pandemic era.
- U.S. manufacturing sector grew fastest in 4 years in July
- Production index spiked 6.3 points, employment highest since Aug 2022
- Fed policy challenge with price pressures and inflation above 2% target
new record close.
- Dow Jones Industrial Average hits record high of 53,178.41 points
- Technology stocks lead market gains, Meta, Amazon, Nvidia, Alphabet, Microsoft surge
- Boeing shares jump 7% on FAA approval of 737 Max 7 after safety concerns
above $3 trillion
- Amazon shares reach record high of over $3 trillion
- Earnings report surpasses expectations with $1.97 adjusted EPS
- Cloud division revenue exceeds $42.2 billion
At least 37 people arrested in 2026 so far for protesting against data centers, most for breaking 'petty rules' — most taken into custody acted peacefully
Data center protesters are getting arrested for minor infractions, yet they continue pushing back against these projects.
South Korean students detained for allegedly breaking into US military base
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A group of eight South Korean students were detained Tuesday for allegedly breaking into a United States air base while shouting anti-U.S.
Caterpillar reports significantly higher earnings
McDonald's reports slower growth in the US +++ Pfizer raises forecast and tightens austerity measures +++ Weak outlook scares off Spotify investors +++ The news blog.
Fan adds 'just joking' to England World Cup win tattoo
Sean Carrington says he is more bothered about England not winning than about his tattoo.
EU officials call for stronger borders following Ceuta violence
Nearly 70,000 people entered the Spanish African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, causing 83 deaths in the chaos.
Iris Koh’s husband Raymond Ng declared vexatious litigant, barred from starting lawsuits
The couple is estimated to have launched 37 court actions between May 2021 and January 2026.
Poland’s WIG20 stock market index hits record high
It has been Europe's best-performing major blue-chip index so far this year.
US Trade Deficit Narrows to $73.3 Billion as Imports Fall in June
The US trade deficit narrowed in June as imports fell for the first time since the start of the year. The gap in goods and services trade shrank 5.6% from the prior month to $73.3 billion, while the…
Commentary: Palantir stays on record path – maybe that provides an incentive for Europe
Palantir CEO Alex Karp sharply attacked Germany. Now record numbers seem to prove him right. At the same time, a serious counter-movement is forming in Europe.
Chase Bank is closing another wave of branches this summer: See a list of shuttered locations in several states
JPMorgan Chase operates the largest network of retail consumer banks in the United States, and even at a time when more financial services are automated and face-to-face customer service feels like…
E-bikes, e-scooters and scramblers seized by gardaí
Gardaí have seized 38 e-bikes and e-scooters, three scramblers and a quad bike during an operation targeting the use of electric vehicles for criminal activity.
Antibiotic-resistant seafood bacterium found in Vietnam fish farming waters near popular island destination
A bacterium linked to seafood-related illness and capable of resisting multiple antibiotics has been detected in fish-farming waters near Cat Ba Island, Vietnam, according to a new study highlighting…
Pharma: Lower vaccine demand – BioNTech deep in loss zone
The demand for the once so sought-after Corona vaccine, which once made the company great, is declining. Overall, this resulted in a billion-euro loss for the first half of the year.
New membrane accelerates purification of industrial solvents
Researchers from the Department of Chemical Engineering, working with an international team led by KU Leuven, have developed a membrane technology to improve the efficiency of purifying widely used…
Gestational diabetes affects 1 in 8 mothers in England, data reveal
One in eight mothers in England is now diagnosed with gestational diabetes, with diagnoses rising by 60% in just five years, according to a major study published in the journal BMJ Medicine.
Valar Atomics Raises $1 Billion To Build The First Vertically Integrated Nuclear Company
AI is fueling the world’s insatiable demand for clean, reliable electrical power. To meet this massive energy demand, Valar Atomics raises $1 billion in a new Series B funding round The post Valar Atomics Raises $1 Billion To Build The First Vertically Integrated Nuclear Company appeared first on Ventureburn .
What the panic over Gen Z’s reading habits gets wrong
Despite dire warnings of a ‘postliterate’ generation, data suggests Gen Z is still reading – just in ways many traditional studies fail to capture.
Producing spider silk is a biological feat – scientists are using it to develop materials for drug delivery and wound care
If Spider-Man were real, he could help scientists revolutionize healthcare. Since he’s not, researchers develop creative ways to produce spider silk to study.
How to do your own online health research like a scientist – a biostatistician’s step-by-step guide
Here’s how to sift through complicated studies without getting overwhelmed.
Israel's largest defense firm discussed sales to UAE
The reported discussions about whether Elbit Systems would sell the UAE more than $1 billion of military gear come as ties between Israel and the emirates warm.
The World Adds a Third Terawatt of Solar Power
In March, the world passed a major energy milestone, adding its third terawatt of solar power. Increasingly, poorer countries are leading the shift to solar, analysts say. Read more on E360 →
Social determinants of health linked to more fatalistic cancer beliefs
New research from Thomas Jefferson University shows that greater cumulative exposure to adverse social determinants of health is associated with beliefs that cancer is unavoidable or a death sentence.
STAT+: The latest orphan drug exemptions may not be warranted, analysis finds
A new analysis questions the wisdom of a controversial provision in federal law that exempts so-called orphan drugs from Medicare pricing negotiations.
Game of Thrones Author George R.R. Martin Shares Personal Update, Discusses Health and 'Falling Further and Further Behind'
77-year-old Game of Thrones author George R.R. Martin has shared a candid update on his health, and discussed "falling further and further behind."
617 without a bed amid 'summer trolley crisis', says INMO
There are 617 patients on trolleys in hospitals around the country this morning, according to the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation.
Health Sciences Authority to have more powers and manpower under proposed new law
The Bill was first tabled in Parliament on Aug 4.