Amazon is investing in upskilling its employees, with over 700,000 workers trained in robotics, engineering and maintenance since 2019. Amazon Robotics VP Scott Dresser believes this shift could lead to new career opportunities and improved customer satisfaction as the company plans to use AI and ML to create more intelligent robots for its warehouses, including a new facility in Shreveport, LA, which requires 30% more technical roles.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/amazon-now-has-a-million-robots-on-its-floors-and-theyre-now-close-to-outnumbering-human-workersApple is considering using artificial intelligence technology from Anthropic or OpenAI to power Siri, a move that would mark a significant shift away from the company's in-house models. The decision comes after months of delays and a shake-up in Apple's executive ranks, with new AI head Mike Rockwell taking charge. Apple had previously delayed plans for AI improvements to Siri until 2026 without explanation. If approved, Anthropic or OpenAI's large language models would be trained on Apple's cloud infrastructure for testing, according to people familiar with the discussions.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/technology/apple-weighs-using-anthropic-or-openai-to-power-siri-in-major-reversal-report-1888570BambooHR conducted a survey among 1,502 US adults and 502 HR professionals to gather data on AI usage in the workplace. The research found that employees are increasingly using AI-powered tools for work-related tasks, with 71% of respondents reporting they use AI at least once a week. BambooHR's own user base of over 34,000 companies across 190 countries also utilizes its AI-powered insights and reporting features to enhance employee engagement and retention.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-ai-hierarchy-execs-use-ai-4x-more-than-frontline-workers-bamboohr-study-finds-302495058.htmlBrowser AI Agents pose a significant threat to enterprise security as they can be tricked into performing malicious tasks due to their privileged access and limited security awareness. Researchers warn that current security solutions are not equipped to handle these agents, which can gain undetected access to internal systems with the same permissions as trusted employees. Experts recommend incorporating browser-native solutions like Browser Detection and Response to prevent compromised AI agents from carrying out malicious actions.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/security/thousands-of-organizations-have-a-new-unexpected-employee-onboard-and-it-could-be-their-single-biggest-security-riskByteDance, owner of TikTok, is actively recruiting fresh robotics talent to work on artificial intelligence (AI) related projects. The company has posted over 10 job vacancies for roles such as robot motion control algorithms and performance optimisation for embodied intelligence reasoning. These positions are available in Beijing and Shanghai under ByteDance's Seed department, which focuses on AI research and large language model development.
https://www.scmp.com/tech/big-tech/article/3316508/bytedance-drive-recruit-fresh-robotics-talent-ai-remains-tiktok-owners-priority?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionChina's AI strategy is being redefined with a focus on open-source revolution, workforce transformation, intelligent robotics, and ecosystem development. The country may not need to engage in a chip war with the US, as companies will use engineering innovations to overcome computational capacity limitations. Instead, China is creating demand for "AI Architects" - business leaders who can integrate intelligence into core operations. Robotics is seen as a key area for growth, with China's advanced smart vehicle industry poised for mass production of robotics components.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/07/01/tmt-newswire/pr-newswire/ckgsb-launches-new-white-paper-on-chinas-role-in-the-global-ai-race/2141557Deloitte has unveiled plans to speed up AI adoption among its clients, as the consulting giant competes with other Big Four firms to roll out next-generation artificial intelligence tools. The new blueprints aim to help companies revamp their cybersecurity functions using AI, reflecting a growing market need for businesses to quickly understand and utilize technology effectively.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/deloitte-helps-companies-reshape-cybersecurity-process-using-aiGoogle has issued guidelines for its internal developers on using generative AI for coding, as part of a growing trend among tech companies to leverage AI for productivity and speed up product development. The guidance was created by Google engineers and emphasizes the importance of human oversight in maintaining security, following a period of experimentation with AI use cases.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/google-issues-official-internal-guidance-on-using-ai-for-coding-and-its-devs-might-not-be-best-pleasedIndonesia is taking steps to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) in education and digital safety, with policymakers, educators, and civil society organizations working together. Former Vice President Jusuf Kalla urged educators to prepare for AI's impact on classrooms, warning that students may surpass teachers' knowledge if not addressed. He emphasized the need for a balanced approach, highlighting AI's benefits while maintaining critical thinking skills. Meanwhile, the government is developing tools to detect AI-generated deepfakes and intensifying public education efforts on digital ethics, with clear labeling of AI-generated content expected to be implemented. These initiatives reflect Indonesia's commitment to responsible AI adoption and social responsibility.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/07/01/indonesia-preparing-for-ais-expanding-influence-and-impact/