AMD has acqui-hired the employees from Untether AI, a startup focused on developing efficient AI chips. Untether AI’s team will join AMD to enhance its capabilities in AI chip development and strengthen its position in the market. This acquisition is expected to accelerate AMD’s innovation in AI technology.
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The US Department of Labor has suspended major tech companies, including Microsoft, Infosys, and Cognizant, from the green card program due to allegations of H-1B visa abuse. This decision impacts several prominent IT firms such as TCS, Wipro, and Capgemini, potentially affecting their ability to recruit foreign talent. The move underscores increasing scrutiny on visa practices within the tech industry.
Hackers are leveraging ChatGPT Custom GPTs in a ClickFix campaign to deceive users into executing malware, leading to multiple infections.
OpenAI’s new AI agents, Dots, aim to be proactive helpers, as CEO Sam Altman announces innovations while avoiding security discussions.
Amazon has terminated its partnership with Meta’s Muse AI shopping agent, citing concerns over the agent’s credentials and transparency. This decision reflects Amazon’s commitment to safeguarding its customer journey and maintaining control over its retail ecosystem. The move highlights the ongoing scrutiny of AI tools in e-commerce and their impact on customer trust.
Hacktron researchers used Claude Opus 5 to exploit vulnerabilities, gaining unauthorized access to OpenAI staff accounts through chained flaws.
India has become a key market for Samsung’s AI appliances, with a massive increase in connected devices driven by younger consumers.