Embodied AI continues to move from research laboratories into real-world deployments, and AGIBOT is expanding its robotics portfolio to accelerate that transition. At the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) 2026 in Shanghai, the robotics company introduced four new AI-powered robotic systems—including a full-size humanoid robot, an industrial task robot, an education platform, and a next-generation…
As artificial intelligence reshapes industries worldwide, hospitality education is entering its own phase of AI transformation. The International Institute of Hotel Management (IIHM) has launched the Global AI Hospitality Education Council (GAIHEC), an international initiative bringing together educators, universities, hospitality organizations, and industry leaders from more than 60 countries to develop global standards for responsible…
Clarivate has earned industry recognition for its expanding portfolio of legal artificial intelligence solutions after its trademark risk assessment platform, RiskMark, won the 2026 CODiE Award for Best AI Tool for Lawyers. The award highlights growing adoption of AI-driven legal technologies that help intellectual property professionals evaluate trademark conflicts, analyze legal precedent, and streamline complex…
Enterprise legal AI is evolving beyond contract analysis as organizations seek autonomous systems capable of completing legal work instead of simply assisting with research. DocJuris has introduced Workforce, an AI-powered platform that deploys purpose-built AI agents across legal, procurement, sales, and operations, marking the company’s expansion from contract review software into a broader enterprise legal…
As AI agents move closer to executing real-world purchases on behalf of consumers, one startup is proposing an open standard designed to improve trust and accountability across autonomous commerce. A-Comm Technologies, Inc. has opened the draft A-Comm Evidence Protocol (AEP) for public comment through August 14, 2026, introducing an open-source framework that aims to provide…
Ituran Location and Control Ltd. (NASDAQ: ITRN) has announced that it will release its second-quarter 2026 financial results on August 12, 2026, with management scheduled to discuss the company’s performance during a virtual investor conference call later that day. The earnings update will provide investors with insight into Ituran’s financial performance and strategic priorities as…
Tencent Cloud and Rockstreamer Launch AI‑Powered OTT Platform for Emerging Markets — the Hong Kong‑based cloud giant and Bangladesh‑focused streaming specialist announced a strategic partnership to deliver a cloud‑native, AI‑enhanced over‑the‑top (OTT) solution that targets telecom operators, broadcasters, and digital platforms across emerging economies. The partnership and its technology stack The collaboration marries Tencent Cloud’s global infrastructure, artificial‑intelligence…
Omni HR announced today that its new MCP (Multi‑Connector Platform) integration lets popular generative AI assistants such as Claude, ChatGPT and Cursor read and act on live employee data without exposing any additional permissions. The native connector, rolled out in early‑access for existing customers, embeds the AI‑driven workflow directly into the HR platform’s unified data layer,…
Hut 8 Locks $9.8 B AI Data‑Center Lease – The Texas‑based energy‑infrastructure firm announced a 15‑year, $9.8 billion lease for an additional 352 MW of AI compute capacity at its Beacon Point campus, effectively doubling the tenant’s footprint to 704 MW and marking the first fully commercialized gigawatt‑scale AI data center in the United States. Hut 8 Corp. (Nasdaq: HUT, TSX: HUT)…
