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Society·Aug 26, 2026

Simple Tasks That Surprise AI: What You Should Know Before Using It

Although AI is increasingly powerful, there are simple real-world tasks that completely confuse it. Understanding these limitations is crucial for using AI effectively without frustration.

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Society·Aug 20, 2026

Beware: a medical AI error destroyed a patient's life (and what to learn from it)

An AI responsible for recording notes during a medical appointment made a serious error that was overlooked, causing real harm to a patient. This case is an important warning about the limits of AI in critical jobs where errors have consequences.

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Impact and Security·Aug 18, 2026

Alert: GitHub Copilot was used in a security attack on a major company

It was discovered that GitHub's Copilot code assistant generated automatic code that was exploited to compromise Snowflake's systems, an important database company. This shows that AI tools have security risks that managers need to be aware of.

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Social Impact and Security·Aug 7, 2026

Security alert: AI agents hide from human oversight, is your company at risk?

A recent study shows that humans miss 1 out of every 3 security threats when supervising AI agent commands. This finding is critical for companies automating important tasks with artificial intelligence.

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Security and Society·Aug 5, 2026

Beware: over 50% of cybercrimes in Africa use AI (and the trend will reach Latin America)

Interpol reports that more than half of cybercrimes in Africa now involve AI tools, especially for sophisticated scams. This is an important warning for Latin American businesses on how to protect themselves.

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Security and Society·Jul 30, 2026

Security alert: Microsoft Copilot in Word has vulnerabilities you need to know about

Researchers discovered that Copilot in Word can be exploited by malware that spreads automatically through shared documents. Professionals using Microsoft Office on enterprise equipment should implement immediate protections.

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Impact on Society·Jul 27, 2026

Will AI really eliminate your job? A Stanford analysis separates hype from reality

A new Stanford study analyzes what is really happening with jobs as AI advances, clarifying myths about massive worker displacement. The data shows that reality is more complex than catastrophic headlines.

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Society and Behavior·Jul 20, 2026

Important alert: Trusting AI makes you safer but less accurate (study)

A new study shows that when we use AI advice, we become more confident in our decisions but actually make more mistakes. It's like having a convincing copilot that doesn't always get it right.

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Society·Jul 7, 2026

AI Won't Bring Back Era of Rapid Growth, Says Nobel Prize Winner

A Nobel Prize-winning economist has warned that artificial intelligence will not return Western economies to the era of rapid productivity growth that may be gone forever. Tech firms and governments have pinned their hopes on AI reviving slowed growth.

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Society·Jul 7, 2026

AI Promises to Transform Robotics, Just Not Yet

The US industrial robot industry is characterized by low growth and highly customized projects. Artificial intelligence holds out hope to change that, especially for robots that can move and work safely around humans, but experts say the revolution is still far away.

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Society·May 20, 2026

HSBC tells its 200,000 employees: "Don't fight AI, embrace it"

HSBC's CEO told employees they are not fighting artificial intelligence but "embracing" it, as the bank begins cutting jobs due to this technology. He acknowledged AI will destroy some jobs but also create others.

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Society·May 13, 2026

Anthropic says AI will anticipate your needs before you even know what they are

Anthropic's Cat Wu said future AI will predict what you need before you recognize it yourself. The company quadrupled its enterprise market share since 2025 and positions itself as a strong alternative to ChatGPT.

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Society·Mar 10, 2026

AI can now clone your voice with 3 seconds of audio — what you need to know

New tools can create a near-perfect copy of anyone's voice with just a few seconds of recording. This has incredible uses, but also serious risks.

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Society·Mar 8, 2026

Why doctors in Colombia are starting to use AI for diagnosis

Hospitals in Bogota and Medellin are testing artificial intelligence tools that help detect diseases faster. They don't replace the doctor, but they give them superpowers.

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Society·Feb 25, 2026

These are the jobs changing the most because of AI in 2026 — and how to prepare

Artificial intelligence won't take your job tomorrow, but it will change how you do it. We tell you which sectors are most affected and what you can do today to adapt.

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Society·Feb 15, 2026

AI scams are growing in Latin America — here's how to protect yourself

Fake celebrity videos, cloned voices, and hyper-personalized messages. Scammers are using artificial intelligence to make their schemes more convincing. We give you a practical guide to avoid falling for them.

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