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Google rolls out Gemini 4 Argon for enterprise users
Data Analytics

Google rolls out Gemini 4 Argon for enterprise users

The model is being pitched at coding, finance and security teams after Google said it sped up engineering work and helped patch serious flaws.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • Last week
Liner launches AI API to cut model costs by over 50%
Application Programming Interface

Liner launches AI API to cut model costs by over 50%

Developers could lower large language model bills by more than 50% as routing software picks cheaper systems for each request.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 3 min read • This month
Stack Overflow survey finds developers wary of AI tools
Large Language Models

Stack Overflow survey finds developers wary of AI tools

Trust remains the sticking point, with only 6.6% of developers willing to trust AI with an important decision despite widespread use of coding tools.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • This month
OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol as cheaper coding model
Software-as-a-Service

OpenAI launches GPT-6.1 Sol as cheaper coding model

Priced at one-fifth of GPT-6 Astra, the new model is aimed at developers and businesses seeking cheaper coding and automation tools.

By Mara Sugue • 4 min read • This month
Anthropic launches Claude Opus 5 as default on Max
Generative AI

Anthropic launches Claude Opus 5 as default on Max

The new model now underpins Claude Max at the same price as Opus 4.8, with stronger coding and research performance, Anthropic said.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Tue, 28th Jul 2026
OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 models with new coding push
Risk & Compliance

OpenAI launches GPT-5.6 models with new coding push

Businesses could see faster, cheaper AI coding and office workflows as OpenAI rolls out GPT-5.6 with stronger safeguards.

By Mark Tarre • 5 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2026
Anthropic launches Claude Desktop beta for Linux users
Open source

Anthropic launches Claude Desktop beta for Linux users

Developers on Linux can now use Claude Desktop natively, though the beta lacks Computer Use and voice input for now.

By Sean Mitchell • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Jul 2026
Women engineers urge broader view of technical intelligence
Artificial Intelligence

Women engineers urge broader view of technical intelligence

AI and workplace culture are pushing engineers to value curiosity, trust and diverse perspectives alongside coding on International Women in Engineering Day.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 3 min read • Sat, 20th Jun 2026
AI job rush exposes firms that don't understand their workforce
Digital Transformation

AI job rush exposes firms that don't understand their workforce

Firms risk costly missteps as automated hiring filters miss staff who could be retrained for AI-augmented roles.

By Kevin Chan • 4 min read • Thu, 11th Jun 2026
Anthropic launches Claude Opus 4.8 with new controls
Enterprise Resource Planning

Anthropic launches Claude Opus 4.8 with new controls

Users can now dial up reasoning or speed in Claude, as Anthropic keeps Opus 4.8 at the same price and cuts fast-mode costs.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Sat, 30th May 2026
Anthropic releases Claude Opus 4.8 with broad gains
DevOps

Anthropic releases Claude Opus 4.8 with broad gains

The update is being pitched as a broader step up for professional users, with gains reported in accuracy, speed and reliability across tasks.

By Mark Tarre • 4 min read • Fri, 29th May 2026

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Microsoft's Dream Space reaches 70,000 pupils in NI
Robotics

Microsoft's Dream Space reaches 70,000 pupils in NI

Free workshops and ambassador schemes are widening access to AI and STEM for schools, as Microsoft boosts its Belfast education hub.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Last month
BenQ adds ScreenBar Max & iScreenBar for workspaces
Hybrid & Remote Work

BenQ adds ScreenBar Max & iScreenBar for workspaces

Dual-screen professionals and iMac users now have more tailored desk lighting options as BenQ widens its ScreenBar range for specialised workspaces.

By Joseph Gabriel Lagonsin • 4 min read • Fri, 28th Aug 2026
OpenAI launches ChatGPT for researchers in Australia
Data Protection

OpenAI launches ChatGPT for researchers in Australia

Free access to ChatGPT will reach 10,000 Australian researchers first, as OpenAI targets science and maths work at universities.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Thu, 30th Jul 2026
OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work & GPT-5.6 in Australia
Software-as-a-Service

OpenAI launches ChatGPT Work & GPT-5.6 in Australia

Australian users can now automate office tasks across apps and files as OpenAI rolls out ChatGPT Work and GPT-5.6 nationwide.

By Sean Mitchell • 4 min read • Fri, 10th Jul 2026
Microsoft brings 500 students to Dublin AI showcase
Data centers

Microsoft brings 500 students to Dublin AI showcase

More than 500 pupils from 15 schools have presented STEM and AI projects in Dublin, as Microsoft links its data centre footprint to local education.

By Sofiah Nichole Salivio • 4 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2026
Beyond quotas: fixing the real problem behind gender imbalance in technology and engineering
Human Capital Management

Beyond quotas: fixing the real problem behind gender imbalance in technology and engineering

Australia risks missing billions in economic gains unless more girls choose technology and engineering at school, experts warn.

By Karla Bester • 4 min read • Mon, 22nd Jun 2026