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SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is an AI teammate that can finish jobs end to end, requiring approval only when necessary. It works inside other software, handling tedious tasks and returning when assistance is needed. The bot is now available on various plans, including SuperGrok, Cursor Pro, and Teams plans, with pricing ranging from $20 to $200 per month.

The use of ARTEX, an open-source AI-powered offensive security tool, has exceeded reported campaigns. Released on GitHub in July 2026, ARTEX has been linked to several malicious campaigns, including attacks on South Korean financial institutions and ConnectWise customer tenants. A report by Censys found 1465 hosts worldwide exposing an ARTEX console to the public internet, indicating a broader footprint than initially reported.

Chainalysis, a blockchain analysis firm, was hacked, exposing sensitive information of all its customers, including names, usernames, password hashes, and live tokens. The hack used AI agents and an on-path data snatch, and the company has taken down its login page and some services as a precaution.

Apple is working to make Siri more agentic, allowing it to control third-party apps and perform complex tasks. Future versions of Siri will have fine-grained control over Apple's first-party apps and integrate with third-party apps, enabling features like placing orders or booking reservations.

Free Chinese AI models, such as DeepSeek, are approaching the capabilities of closed models, like OpenAI's Daybreak, in hacking into computer networks. This development has significant implications for cybersecurity, as open models are cheaper and more accessible, potentially leveling the playing field for attackers and defenders.

Meta, Google, and TikTok are suing California's Attorney General over a law that restricts social media features for users under 16, citing First Amendment violations and preemption by Section 230. The law, set to take effect in 2027, prohibits autoplay videos and personalized feeds for minors and requires platforms to delete accounts if they don't comply.

Serve Robotics, a maker of self-driving sidewalk delivery robots, is launching a new business line called Physical AI Services to supply technology to other robot-building companies. The company will offer connectivity and data tools, including Serve Link, a data curator tool, and a real-world foundation-model data catalog. This expansion aims to make Serve Robotics the AWS for robots, providing a platform for others to build upon.

Agility Robotics, a company that develops humanoid robots for industrial settings, has gone public through a reverse merger, raising $465 million in new capital. The company's Digit robot is designed to perform manual and repetitive tasks, and has already been deployed with several customers, including Schaeffler and Toyota. Agility plans to use the new capital to further develop its technology and expand its customer base.

Amazon has made Uber Eats its official restaurant delivery partner for Prime members in the US, ending its deal with Grubhub. Prime members can order food from Uber Eats directly through Amazon.com and the Amazon Shopping app without a delivery fee on orders over $25.

The article discusses the factors that determine the success of AI workflows, including the ability to abstract away technical difficulties and fit into existing workflows. It also highlights the importance of revisiting and redesigning workflows as new solutions become available.

The chatbot industry is racing to win over advertisers without antagonizing users. Ads composed partly by AI generate double the clicks, and chatbots can get more creative with targeting. However, advertisers are far from satisfied, and the experience is expected to improve.

Anthropic's Claude introduces a Personal Finance tool, allowing users to connect bank and credit card accounts, track spending, and receive financial insights. The tool provides read-only access, ensuring user data security, and offers features like transaction analysis and financial concept explanations.

The UK's growth minister announced that the country will continue to construct AI data centers as 'essential infrastructure' projects, despite concerns from residents. The UK aims to have at least 6GW of computing capacity from data centers by 2030 to support AI growth.

Code in iOS 27.3 beta suggests Apple may add chatbot support to HomeView, with a 'Conversational Apps' flag. This could include AI chatbots like ChatGPT and Claude, but no official announcement has been made.

inMusic, the parent company of Akai and Moog, is embracing the modding community by making open-source MPCs, hackable synths, and mod-friendly DJ decks. The company is providing a toolbox to the community, including making the code for devices like the MPC Sample Key open source and offering developers an SDK to make modifications easier.

The article discusses the challenges of building a smart home with devices from different brands and provides solutions such as using major smart home platforms like Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home. It also highlights the importance of Matter, a universal pairing protocol, and considerations for wireless technology and device compatibility.

The Democratic party's sweep of the US midterm elections has led to a potential investigative blitz against big tech companies, including Apple, Meta, and Elon Musk's companies. The investigations will look into various issues, such as Meta's use of NDAs and Apple's relationship with tracking apps used by ICE. The move is seen as a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for tech companies.

A recent hack on Binance, resulting in the theft of $6.3 billion, was initiated through a fake job interview. Hackers used social engineering tactics to trick a Binance employee into downloading malicious code, ultimately gaining access to the company's systems. The incident highlights the growing concern of fake job interview scams and the importance of robust cybersecurity measures.

The $6.3 billion Binance hack has been linked to North Korean hackers, specifically the TraderTraitor group. The hack occurred in just 20 minutes, with most of the stolen cryptocurrency moved across 10 blockchain networks. Investigators have attributed the attack to North Korea with 'high confidence'. Binance has set aside $6.34 billion to cover losses and has worked with partners to freeze roughly $3 billion in affected assets.

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, was hacked for $6.3 billion. The hack occurred due to a compromised DevOps engineer's laptop, which gave the attacker access to a service container and allowed them to submit unauthorized withdrawal transactions. Crypto analysis firm TRM claims with 'high confidence' that the hack was done by North Korea's 'elite hacking unit' called TraderTraitor.