A recent survey by PYMNTS Intelligence found that C-suite executives at healthcare companies generating over $1 billion in annual revenue are bullish on AI, with most already deploying GenAI in product innovation and customer service. Ninety percent of executives reported positive ROI from their previous GenAI investments, with those investing more seeing higher returns. The average investment was $2.7 million, with firms reporting very positive ROI spending significantly more ($6.4 million). Most are using GenAI for product innovation (60%), data visualization and reports (55%), and workflow automation management (51%). Despite rapid advancements, most firms are cautious about deploying AI in high-stakes areas like fraud detection or cybersecurity, instead focusing on other applications.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2025/90-percent-of-healthcare-execs-already-see-positive-roi-from-genai-investments/Illinois House Bill 3773, set to take effect on January 1, 2026, amends the state's Human Rights Act to prohibit employers from using artificial intelligence (AI) that has a discriminatory effect on employees or job applicants. The bill aims to mitigate risks associated with AI tools in employment decisions, such as bias and discrimination. Illinois employers must carefully select and audit their AI applications to ensure compliance, providing clear explanations of how these tools impact employment decisions and notifying employees and applicants when AI is used during recruitment, hiring, and other critical stages.
https://natlawreview.com/article/illinois-anti-discrimination-law-address-ai-goes-effect-1-january-2026Texas lawmakers debated the role of truth in elections as they considered a bill requiring disclosures on deceptive political advertising created with artificial intelligence. Former House Speaker Dade Phelan's House Bill 366 would ban AI-generated ads that alter images, audio or video of officeholders or candidates unless they clearly state what is portrayed did not occur in reality. The proposal aims to prevent the use of fake media that could influence elections, and its supporters argue it promotes transparency similar to other required disclosures. However, some Republicans questioned whether the bill's penalties were too harsh, particularly for everyday social media users, and Rep. Tony Tinderholt called it a "personal vendetta" against Phelan.
https://www.victoriaadvocate.com/news/government/fight-over-truth-in-ai-political-ads-heats-up-as-texas-house-passes-bill/article_5fc000a0-c71c-5422-8396-17b7a2d69928.htmlAurora Innovations Inc. has successfully tested autonomous 18-wheelers using AI technology, hauling cargo over 1,200 miles between Houston and Dallas without a driver. The AI system is designed to control mobile machines, which could soon be used on roads, in factories, and in homes.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/ai-driven-18-wheelers-have-no-room-for-error-thomas-blackThe UAE is facing restrictions on implementing AI projects due to current US regulations, imposed during the Joe Biden administration. A recent visit by UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan has intensified talks at the White House and the Department of Commerce, potentially leading to a final decision on the matter.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/biznes/968196-us-eases-restrictions-on-nvidia-chip-exports-to-uaeAnalysts at Nomura have noted that Infosys' earnings call highlighted sectors impacted by tariff-induced uncertainty, including auto and industrial manufacturing and retail. The IT company is helping a large US financial services firm navigate AI transformation to deliver personalized customer experiences with accuracy of over 80%. Infosys has been selected as an AI partner for many clients, with the BFSI segment being an exception where large banks have made significant investments in AI. Tech services providers face pressure to deliver productivity savings and innovation, with companies like TCS and Ray Wang's Constellation Research seeking assistance with AI at scale.
https://www.forbesindia.com/article/take-one-big-story-of-the-day/for-it-services-bfsi-a-bright-spot/95898/1Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella believes around a third of the company's code is now written by AI, with this figure potentially reaching as high as 40% in the future. This trend is similar to that of Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, who predicts half of his company's code will be generated by AI within a year. The shift towards AI-written code comes with concerns over productivity benefits being offset by potential vulnerabilities and job losses.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/a-shockingly-high-amount-of-microsoft-code-is-now-written-by-ai-it-admitsCybercriminals are becoming bolder, exploiting weaknesses across complex supply chains, with generative artificial intelligence accelerating the threat landscape. The UK National Cyber Security Centre is working with affected organizations and providing expert advice to others in the sector, warning that incidents like these should serve as a wake-up call for all organizations, according to agency CEO Richard Horne.
https://apnews.com/article/uk-retailers-cyberattacks-marks-spencer-harrods-7d3c01faa7380775598a517df4db1250The creation of AI-powered digital deepfakes raised concerns about vocal rights in 2024, prompting private sector leaders and public sector stakeholders like the US Copyright Office to discuss protection without stifling innovation. The NO FAKES Act of 2024 aimed to provide uniform protections for vocal rights nationwide, but failed to gain final congressional support due to changing administrations. However, some lawmakers have signaled that another bill may be on the horizon to regulate deepfakes, following China's lead in shaping its own legal landscape for regulating digital replication techniques.
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