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Focus on Education and Safety for AI Use

Focus on Education and Safety for AI Use
(NewsUSA) - Americans across the political spectrum agree on how the country should approach artificial intelligence, according to a new report by Gallup and the Special Competitive Studies Project …
Why the best home upgrades aren’t always visible: Invest behind the walls before remodeling
(BPT) - While many homeowners are eager to kick off a renovation with cosmetic upgrades, the less visible systems behind the walls typically deserve attention first. From plumbing and electrical …
10 ways Gulf Coast and Florida households can prepare for late-season hurricanes
(BPT) - Just because the Atlantic has been quiet doesn't mean that hurricane season, or the risk of losing power, is over. In fact, late-season storms have produced some of the region's most damaging …
5 facts about crypto that may surprise you
(BPT) - By Ali Tager, Vice President of External Affairs, National Cryptocurrency AssociationSixty-seven million Americans, or one in four adults, now hold crypto. Despite crypto's established …

The Geography of Quantum Innovation Goes Local

The Geography of Quantum Innovation Goes Local

(NewsUSA) - Quantum information science, engineering, and technologies (QISET) is in its second phase, now rapidly evolving from lab-based projects to real-world applications that are impacting the …

70% of Americans think their phone is listening to their conversations. Is it?
Vibe reports that 70% of Americans believe their phones listen to them, but ads target users based on behavioral signals, not audio surveillance.
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When the business changes faster than the training
(BPT) - Since AI entered the workplace, organizations are changing fast, and their teams can't keep up. Nearly three-quarters of frontline workers surveyed report experiencing skill gaps, according …
Wildfire Smoke Can Affect the Air Inside Your Home – Here's How to Protect It
(BPT) - The shift into fall often feels like a reset. Cooler mornings, changing leaves, a slower pace. But in many parts of the country, it also signals something less visible, a secondary wildfire …
Expert answers to your home backup power questions
(BPT) - Power outages are no longer the kind of rare inconvenience homeowners can afford to shrug off. From heat waves to overloaded grids, it's no longer a matter of if the power will go out. …
Expert recommendations for how to weather a summer outage
(BPT) - Outages aren't a matter of if, but when. If you live in an area where summer storms and heat waves can take out local power, it's time to consider how to power your home no matter how long …
5 ways to improve airflow in multifamily homes
(BPT) - Key takeaways:Proper ventilation is critical for the comfort and health of residents in multifamily constructions.Builders and contractors should carefully consider ways to improve airflow …
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Rule Changes to Federal Research Grants Could Cost America Its Technology Lead

Rule Changes to Federal Research Grants Could Cost America Its Technology Lead
(NewsUSA) - Proposed rule changes at the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) could weaken the research enterprise that underpins American technology leadership, according to experts at the Special …

It Starts With a Game: How Gaming Became the Front Door to Friendship

It Starts With a Game: How Gaming Became the Front Door to Friendship
(NewsUSA) - Gaming has transformed over the past three decades. In 1999, fewer than one in five players reported playing online, according to the Entertainment Software Association (ESA), and today, …

The Challenge of Hybrid Security Threats

The Challenge of Hybrid Security Threats
(NewsUSA) - Modern conflict goes beyond troops and physical weapons. Warfare tactics now include cyber attacks, disinformation campaigns, election interference, and economic coercion.Dr. Teija …

Financial advisors ranked dead last in AI adoption in 2023. Here's how fast that changed, and what's still missing

Jump reports that financial advisors ranked lowest in AI adoption as of 2023, but rapid advancements are being made. 

Most CRM Office 365 integration problems trace back to 3 fixable points

Nutshell reports that businesses use an average of 897 applications, yet only 29% are connected.

6 key Dreamforce 2026 takeaways for the GTM tech stack

ZoomInfo reports Dreamforce 2026 highlighted a focus on clean data, practical tech adoption, and AI integration, shifting from hype to execution and ROI.

How journalists feel about citing AI-generated PR, according to data

Pangram Labs reports on HARO's revival after AI-generated pitches flooded the platform, revealing journalists prefer human sources, limiting AI submissions.

The CRM AI tools built for email personalization are the ones teams often overlook

Nutshell reports that 83% of sales professionals trust AI for prospect engagement, but 72% fail to leverage it for personalized outreach, hindering effectiveness.

5 reasons why enterprise AI implementations fail

Ironclad reports that 70% of CIOs and CTOs feel AI deployment exceeds IT tracking. Success hinges on effective governance, data strategy, and model understanding.

Third-party data breaches rose 60% in a year. Most vendor reviews still happen once.

Vanta reports third-party data breaches increased by 60% in a year, highlighting the necessity of continuous risk monitoring in third-party risk management (TPRM).

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The Battle to Govern Agentic AI

The Battle to Govern Agentic AI

(NewsUSA) - Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) refers to AI systems that can operate autonomously with minimal human oversight. Unlike existing AI systems that generate responses based on prompts, …

79% of workers have entered sensitive info like logins into AI
Zapier reports that 79% of workers have entered sensitive info like logins into AI, risking data security. 
What are the risks of not having a cybersecurity plan?
iuvo reports that lacking a cybersecurity plan increases vulnerability to attacks, leading to financial losses, operational downtime, and reputational harm. 
What to consider when choosing a YouTube channel name
Linktree reports that choosing a memorable YouTube channel name is crucial for brand identity and discoverability, impacting online presence and growth.
How to protect kids online from 5 common internet scams
Verizon reports that parents can help protect children from common scams by teaching them to question urgency, verify sources, and recognize specific scam types.
Why the AI token economy is the next economic frontier
Accels reports that Stripe's acquisition of OpenRouter highlights the emerging AI token economy, where token costs are falling but consumption is rising sharply. 
Which industries are ahead in agentic AI, and the common challenge they all face
Teradata reports that various industries are advancing in agentic AI but face common challenges, particularly data fragmentation and regulatory constraints.
Is it actually possible to boycott AI in 2026?
WebFX reports that while boycotting AI products like ChatGPT is feasible, complete avoidance in 2026 is unrealistic due to AI's integration in daily tech. 
Report: In June, nearly 50% of press releases were written with AI
Pangram Labs reports that in June 2026, 48% of press releases on PR Newswire contained AI-generated text, doubling from the previous year.
The farm bill fight that will shape rural broadband
The Daily Yonder and Broadband Breakfast report on the faltering farm bill markup, highlighting its implications for rural broadband, including funding challenges and speed requirements.
AI vendors can change their risk profile between reviews, and most oversight programs never notice
Vanta reports that organizations often overlook third-party risk management when adopting AI, leading to governance gaps.
Is AI content bad for SEO? Here’s what determines ranking
WebFX reports that AI content is not inherently bad for SEO, as success depends entirely on a thorough research and review process to avoid poor quality.