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EU Launches TraceMap AI Platform for Food Fraud Detection
The European Commission unveiled TraceMap, an AI-powered traceability platform accessible to all EU member states to detect food fraud and contamination rapidly. It integrates data from RASFF and TRACES systems, replacing slow manual processes; a pilot recalled contaminated infant formula from China.
OpenAI Releases GPT-5.4 Surpassing Humans on Desktop Benchmarks
OpenAI launched GPT-5.4 featuring a 1-million-token context window and autonomous multi-step workflows across software. It scored 75% on OSWorld-V benchmark, exceeding human baseline of 72.4%, shifting AI toward autonomous digital coworkers.
Anthropic Rolls Out Claude Memory for All Users
Anthropic introduced memory features to all Claude users, retaining context across conversations. New models Claude Sonnet 4.6 and Opus 4.6 offer 1-million-token context and enhanced coding, integrated into Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel.
Atlassian Cuts 1,600 Jobs to Invest in AI
Enterprise software firm Atlassian announced 10% workforce reduction affecting 1,600 employees on March 11 to reshape around AI investments. CEO Mike Cannon-Brookes stated the cuts support organizational changes amid AI focus.
Apple Introduces MacBook Pro with M5 Pro and M5 Max
Apple unveiled the new MacBook Pro powered by all-new M5 Pro and M5 Max chips on March 3, designed to supercharge pro workflows. These chips enhance performance for demanding tasks in software and creative apps.
Apple Debuts iPhone 17e and M4-Powered iPad Air
Apple launched the iPhone 17e on March 2 alongside a new iPad Air powered by the M4 chip. These releases bolster Apple's app ecosystem with improved hardware for developers and users.
Tailwind Lays Off 75% of Engineers Due to AI Impact
Web tool Tailwind cut three of four engineers in January, blaming AI-driven revenue decline. CEO Adam Wathan highlighted the brutal business impact in a public GitHub comment.
WiseTech Slashes 30% of Workforce for AI Efficiency
Logistics software company WiseTech is cutting 2,000 jobs, or 30% of staff, citing AI-enabled productivity gains. CEO Zubin Appoo declared the end of manual coding as core engineering.
Google Embeds Gemini AI Deeper into Workspace Apps
Google integrated Gemini AI more deeply into Workspace applications as of March 11. This enhances productivity tools like Docs and Sheets with advanced AI capabilities.
Apple and Google Agree to UK App Store Changes
Apple and Google committed to app store modifications in the UK following regulatory dialogue. Apple noted positive ongoing talks with UK officials on February 10.
Xcode 26.3 Unlocks Agentic Coding Features
Apple released Xcode 26.3 on February 4, introducing agentic coding capabilities for developers. This empowers advanced app development with AI-assisted workflows.
KCM Trade Expands AI Mentor to Vietnam and Africa
CFD broker KCM Trade expanded its AI Mentor system to Vietnam and Africa markets on February 16 after a UI overhaul. The upgrade enables regional deployment with advanced AI features.