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cognitive techJun 16, 20268 min

Sleep Deprivation: Why Your Brain Loses the 'Keys' to Social Memory

New neuroscience research reveals that sleep deprivation induces amnesia by blocking memory retrieval pathways, not by erasing the memory itself. This retrieval failure can be bypassed using pharmacological or optogenetic methods, providing hope for dementia and shift-work cognitive health. The article expands on the University of Groningen study published in Science Advances, exploring social memory systems, engram research, PDE4 inhibition mechanisms, and translational applications for shift workers, dementia patients, and students facing chronic sleep disruption.

ai businessJun 16, 20263 min

Jedify raises $24M to help companies arm AI agents with context on their business

Jedify secures $24M Series A to build 'context graphs' for AI agents, solving the 'context loading' hurdle in enterprise AI adoption

cognitive techJun 16, 20264 min

Brit workers waste nearly six hours a week 'botsitting'

New report: UK workers spend nearly 6 hours a week 'botsitting'—fixing AI mistakes and managing context. Learn why AI isn't saving time yet.

cognitive techJun 16, 20265 min

How to build kids' cognitive endurance in an age of distraction

Cognitive endurance is becoming a critical skill for children in the digital age. We explore how parents and educators can help build mental stamina against the tide of constant distraction.

health aiJun 16, 20265 min

Hetairos AI: 12-Minute Brain Tumor Molecular Classification from Histology Slides

A comprehensive look at Hetairos, an AI system that predicts 102 brain tumor molecular subtypes in just 12 minutes using routine histological sections, revolutionizing neuro-oncology diagnostics and making advanced classification accessible worldwide.

cognitive techJun 16, 20266 min

Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) in Canada: A 71% Surge Since 2002 and the Youth Mental Health Crisis

Social Anxiety Disorder now affects nearly 1 in 7 Canadian adults, marking a 71% surge since 2002. This comprehensive analysis explores the generational divide, contributing factors, and evidence-based interventions needed to address this growing mental health crisis.

ai businessJun 16, 20265 min

SpaceX to Acquire Cursor for $60B in Stock Deal Days After Historic IPO

SpaceX acquires AI coding startup Cursor for $60 billion in stock, just days after its historic IPO. The deal aims to bolster SpaceX's struggling AI division and establish a competitive presence in the $26 trillion addressable market.

ai businessJun 16, 20265 min

Malaysian AI Startup Respond.io Raises $62.5M to Expand Across North America and Europe

Respond.io, one of Malaysia's most prominent tech startups, has raised $62.5 million in Series B funding to expand its AI-powered customer conversation platform across North America and Europe. The company processes 2 billion messages per quarter using AI agents to handle high volumes of customer inquiries.

ai policy ethicsJun 16, 20264 min

Sundar Pichai Faces Boos and Walkout at Stanford Graduation over Google's ICE, Israel Ties

Google CEO Sundar Pichai encountered student protests at Stanford's commencement ceremony over the company's defense contracts, including Project Nimbus with Israel and its relationship with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

cybersecurityJun 16, 20267 min

Council of Europe Investigates ShinyHunters Data Breach Claims Affecting 10000+ Staff Records

The Council of Europe, the continent's oldest intergovernmental body representing 46 European nations and over 700 million people, is investigating serious data breach claims made by the ShinyHunters extortion group. The breach allegedly exposes HR and payroll data for thousands of employees spanning over a decade.

ai agent security safetyJun 16, 20265 min

Copilot SearchLeak Attack: A Critical Three-Stage Vulnerability Patched

A critical three-stage attack exploiting Microsoft 365 Copilot's search functionality allowed 1-click data theft. Learn how the SearchLeak vulnerability worked and what defenders need to know about this new wave of AI prompt-injection issues.

ai businessJun 15, 20263 min

Salesforce acquires AI customer service platform Fin for $3.6B

Salesforce acquires AI customer service platform Fin for $3.6 billion in a strategic move to enhance Agentforce with advanced service agent capabilities.