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Topaz Labs has introduced six new AI models for image and video enhancement, marking its largest release to date. The models include four for images and two for video, all leveraging the company's NeuroStream technology for local processing.
MagicLab Robotics introduced its new embodied AI lineup at the Global Embodied Intelligence Summit in Silicon Valley, including the MagicBot X1 humanoid robot, the H01 dexterous hand, and the Magic-Mix foundational world model. The company also announced partnerships with Silicon Valley AI firms and plans to build a global developer ecosystem.
Myrtle.ai announced that its VOLLO inference accelerator achieved record low latency in a financial machine learning benchmark audited by STAC, cutting its previous record in half and reaching 2 microseconds at the 99th percentile.
At Auto China 2026, DeepRoute.ai showcased its advances in Physical AI, unveiling updates to its Foundation Model and long-term goals for intelligent driving systems.
Appian announced new AI capabilities in its platform, including AI-assisted spec-driven development and integration with Snowflake through the Model Context Protocol, enhancing enterprise automation and data orchestration.
Cerillion has released version 26.1 of its BSS/OSS Suite, introducing Agent2Agent features that enable AI agents to coordinate tasks across systems for more autonomous telecom operations.
China has expanded its MAZU early warning system for weather-related disasters to support international climate cooperation. The China Meteorological Administration said the system, which combines satellites, radar, and AI, is now used by over 40 national meteorological agencies.
YamSoft has launched a suite of AI payment capabilities developed through a €2.35 million EU Innovation Grant. The platform offers dynamic payment routing, automated PSP integration, AI branding tools, and smart reconciliation for payment providers and fintechs.
DeepLook Medical has won top honors at the 2026 Venture Madness competition for its AI imaging technology that enhances early cancer detection. The company, supported by Xcellerant Ventures, has expanded its operations in Arizona and will conduct upcoming clinical trials with Banner MD Anderson.
Command Zero has introduced new API endpoints and a Model Context Protocol server for its Autonomous and AI-Assisted SOC platform, allowing security teams to embed automated investigations and remediation into their existing workflows.
Scout AI has raised $100 million in a Series A round to accelerate development of Fury, its AI foundation model for unmanned warfare. The funding is the largest defense technology Series A in U.S. history and was co-led by Align Ventures and Draper Associates.
GreenCore Solutions has deployed 30 new AI Orderability agents on Microsoft Azure and Google Cloud to support its TreeFree Diaper supply chain integration, enabling faster procurement interactions and ERP connectivity across major retail systems.
Black Kite has partnered with Sayari to combine cyber risk intelligence with global corporate transparency data, offering organizations a unified view of third-party and supply chain risks.
Cognizant has signed an agreement to acquire Astreya, a global AI-focused IT managed services provider based in San Jose, to strengthen its AI infrastructure and enterprise delivery capabilities.
Appier has introduced new research on AI self-awareness to improve trust and reliability in enterprise environments. The work enables AI systems to assess risk, recognize knowledge limits, and retain prior learning across its Ad Cloud, Personalization Cloud, and Data Cloud platforms.
Parallel Web Systems has raised $100 million in a Series B funding round led by Sequoia Capital, valuing the company at $2 billion. The funds will be used to expand its web infrastructure for AI agents and strengthen its index and enterprise offerings.
GitLab has expanded its integration with Anthropic's Claude models, including the new Claude Opus 4.7, to enhance AI governance and flexibility for enterprise software development. The integration allows access through Google Cloud and AWS Bedrock within GitLab Duo Agent Platform, maintaining existing compliance and audit controls.
Windmill has raised $12 million in seed funding led by Inspired Capital to grow its AI platform that helps companies understand and support their employees through a continuously updated context graph.
Anthropic has joined the Blender Development Fund as a Corporate Patron, providing support for Blender's core software development, including the Python API used by developers and artists to create custom workflows.
The White House is drafting guidance that may let federal agencies bypass Anthropic's supply chain risk label and adopt new AI models, including Mythos, according to Reuters. The move could ease tensions between the administration and the AI company following disputes over military AI use.
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