Thermal drone technology has been successfully piloted in Punjab, saving 2000 lives. The technology, which has proven effective in the US and Europe, was used to locate survivors and victims during Texas floods. PSCA has linked the technology with artificial intelligence, aiming to further enhance disaster response capabilities.
Armor Health has partnered with Antidote AI to revolutionize the correctional healthcare landscape. The collaboration aims to customize Armor's platform for the unique needs of incarcerated patients, utilizing Antidote's AI technologies. According to Alex Campo, CEO of Antidote, their tools implement clinical pathways to streamline patient care processes, enhancing treatment efficiency and leading to better outcomes. Manny Fernandez, Armor's Chief Operations Officer, believes Antidote's technology is game-changing in the correctional healthcare industry. Armor has begun implementing Antidote AI solutions across its facilities, starting with current client partners.
Azentio Software has launched its next-generation loan origination offering, enabling banks and financial institutions to onboard customers quickly, make accurate credit decisions, and provide a seamless borrower experience. The product streamlines every step of credit decisioning with automation at its core, integrating with KYC, AML, and credit bureau systems to reduce approval delays and minimize manual errors. With compliance built in for both conventional and Islamic finance, lenders can grow without regulatory risk. The product is cloud-ready, scalable, and integrates easily with existing technology stacks, enabling financial institutions to expand into new regions.
India's digital revolution has been a decade of transformation, with significant advancements in technology and its adoption. The country's digital infrastructure has improved, enabling faster data transfer and internet connectivity. This has led to increased e-commerce adoption, with companies like Flipkart and Amazon expanding their operations in the country. The government has also implemented initiatives to promote digital payments, with companies like Paytm and Google Pay gaining popularity. However, concerns over data privacy and security have been raised, with Facebook's recent settlement highlighting the need for greater regulation. Despite these challenges, India's digital revolution is expected to continue, with a focus on improving infrastructure and promoting innovation.
Gemini reveals 10 new AI image styles that can be created with Google's AI technology, including "Nano Banana" style.
The AI Writing Assistant Software market is expected to reach USD 10,298 million by 2032, growing at an impressive 24.8% CAGR. Major players in the market include Grammarly Inc., Jasper AI Inc., Semrush, ProWritingAid, Ginger Software, and others. These companies compete aggressively through continuous innovation in AI models, expanding language support and localization, and deeper integrations into platforms and workflows. To capture market share globally, they focus on scalability and regional tailoring of their offerings.
A North Korea-linked hacking group, believed to be sponsored by the North Korean government, has carried out a cyberattack on South Korean institutions using AI-generated deepfake images. The Kimsuky group attempted a spear-phishing attack on a military-related organisation in July, sending an email with malicious code disguised as correspondence about ID issuance for military-affiliated officials. The attackers used a generative AI model to produce an image of a military ID card, which was then sent to the target. This marks a case of the Kimsuky group applying deepfake technology, which is typically used to bypass restrictions on generating copies of government-issued identification documents.
Malaysian MPs receive AI blackmail scam threats, prompting police and MCMC to investigate. Senator Datuk Nelson W Angang, Kulim assemblyman Wong Chia Zhen, and Sungai Petani MP Dr Mohammed Taufiq Johari lodged reports after receiving similar blackmail demands via email. The police, working with the MCMC, are tracking down the sender and gathering information for further investigation. Communications Minister Datuk Fahmi Fadzil instructed the MCMC to work closely with the police, warning that stern legal action will be taken against those involved in producing or spreading such materials.
At least 10 Malaysian lawmakers, mostly from Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim's party, have received threats via email demanding US$100,000 payments in exchange for not releasing deepfake sex videos featuring their likenesses. The victims include members of parliament who were sent similar emails over the weekend, with one screenshot of a deepfake video shared on social media by Communications Minister Fahmi Fadzil.