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Eddú Meléndez@Docker //
The development of Artificial Intelligence applications is rapidly evolving, with a significant surge in interest and the creation of new tools for developers. Open-source command-line interface (CLI) tools, in particular, are generating considerable excitement within both the developer and AI communities. The recent releases of Claude's Codex CLI, OpenAI's Codex CLI, and Google's Gemini CLI have underscored the growing importance of CLIs. These tools are fundamentally altering the way developers write code by integrating AI capabilities directly into routine coding tasks, thereby streamlining workflows and enhancing productivity.

For Java developers looking to enter the Generative AI (GenAI) space, the learning curve is becoming increasingly accessible. The Java ecosystem is now equipped with robust tools that facilitate the creation of GenAI applications. One notable example is the ability to build GenAI apps using Java, Spring AI, and Docker Model Runner. This combination allows developers to leverage powerful AI models, integrate them into applications, and manage local AI model inference with ease. Projects like building an AI-powered Amazon Ad Copy Generator, which can be accomplished with Python Flask and Gemini, also highlight the diverse applications of AI in marketing and e-commerce, enabling users to generate content such as ad copy and product descriptions efficiently.

The integration of AI into developer workflows is transforming how code is created and managed. Tools like Claude Code are proving to be highly effective, with some developers even switching from other AI coding assistants to Claude Code due to its practical utility. The VS Code extension for Claude Code simplifies its use, allowing for parallel instances and making it a primary interface for many developers rather than a secondary tool. Even terminal-based interfaces for chat-based code editing are showing promise, with features like easy file tagging and context selection enhancing the developer experience. This signifies a broader trend towards AI-powered development environments that boost efficiency and unlock new possibilities for application creation.

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@viterbischool.usc.edu //
USC Viterbi researchers are exploring the potential of open-source approaches to revolutionize the medical device sector. The team, led by Ellis Meng, Shelly and Ofer Nemirovsky Chair in Convergent Bioscience, is examining how open-source models can accelerate research, lower costs, and improve patient access to vital medical technologies. Their work is supported by an $11.5 million NIH-funded center focused on open-source implantable technology, specifically targeting the peripheral nervous system. The research highlights the potential for collaboration and innovation, drawing parallels with the successful open-source revolution in software and technology.

One key challenge identified is the stringent regulatory framework governing the medical device industry. These regulations, while ensuring safety and efficacy, create significant barriers to entry and innovation for open-source solutions. The liability associated with device malfunctions makes traditional manufacturers hesitant to adopt open-source models. Researcher Alex Baldwin emphasizes that replicating a medical device requires more than just code or schematics, also needing quality systems, regulatory filings, and manufacturing procedures.

Beyond hardware, AI is also transforming how healthcare is delivered, particularly in functional medicine. Companies like John Snow Labs are developing AI platforms like FunctionalMind™ to assist clinicians in providing personalized care. Functional medicine's focus on addressing the root causes of disease, rather than simply managing symptoms, aligns well with AI's ability to integrate complex health data and support clinical decision-making. This ultimately allows practitioners to assess a patient’s biological makeup, lifestyle, and environment to create customized treatment plans, preventing chronic disease and extending health span.

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  • Bernard Marr: The Amazing Ways AI Agents Will Transform Healthcare
  • John Snow Labs: Transforming Functional Medicine with AI: Accuracy, challenges, and future directions

@shellypalmer.com //
References: Lyzr AI
AI agents are rapidly transforming workflows and development environments, with new tools and platforms emerging to simplify their creation and deployment. Lyzr Agent Studio, integrated with Amazon's Nova models, allows enterprises to build custom AI agents tailored for specific tasks. These agents can be optimized for speed, accuracy, and cost, and deployed securely within the AWS ecosystem. The use of these AI agents are designed to automate tasks, enhance productivity, and provide personalized experiences, streamlining operations across various industries.

Google's Android 16 is built for "agentic AI experiences" throughout the platform, providing developers with tools like Agent Mode and Journeys. These features enable AI agents to perform complex, multi-step tasks and test applications using natural language. The platform also offers improvements like Notification Intelligence and Enhanced Photo Integration, allowing agents to interact with other applications and access photos contextually. This provides a foundation for automation across apps, making the phone a more intelligent coordinator.

Phoenix.new has launched remote agent-powered Dev Environments for Elixir, enabling large language models to control Elixir development environments. This development, along with the ongoing efforts to create custom AI agents, highlight the growing interest in AI's potential to automate tasks and enhance productivity. As AI agents become more sophisticated, they will likely play an increasingly important role in various aspects of work and daily life. Flo Crivello, CEO of AI agent platform Lindy, provides a candid deep dive into the current state of AI agents, cutting through hype to reveal what's actually working in production versus what remains challenging.

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  • Lyzr AI: How to build custom AI Agents using Nova Models + Lyzr

@www.microsoft.com //
References: syncedreview.com , Source
Advancements in agentic AI are rapidly transforming various sectors, with organizations like Microsoft and Resemble AI leading the charge. Microsoft is demonstrating at TM Forum DTW Ignite 2025 how the synergy between Open Digital Architecture (ODA) and agentic AI is converting industry ambitions into measurable business outcomes within the telecommunications sector. They are focusing on breaking down operational silos, unlocking data's value, increasing efficiency, and accelerating innovation. Meanwhile, Resemble AI is advancing AI voice agents, anticipating the growing momentum of voice-first technologies, with over 74% of enterprises actively piloting or deploying these agents as part of their digital transformation strategies by 2025, according to an IDC report.

Researchers from Penn State University and Duke University have introduced "Multi-Agent Systems Automated Failure Attribution," a significant development in managing complex AI systems. This innovation addresses the challenge of identifying the root cause of failures in multi-agent systems, which can be difficult to diagnose due to the autonomous nature of agent collaboration and long information chains. The researchers have developed a benchmark dataset and several automated attribution methods to enhance the reliability of LLM Multi-Agent systems, transforming failure identification from a perplexing mystery into a quantifiable problem.

Microsoft's contributions to TM Forum initiatives, including co-authoring Open APIs and donating hardened code, highlight the importance of standards-based foundations in AI development. By aligning Microsoft Azure's cloud-native foundations with ODA's composable blueprint, Microsoft is helping operators assemble solutions without proprietary silos, leading to faster interoperability, reduced integration costs, and quicker time-to-value for new digital services. This approach addresses fragmented observability by prescribing a common logging contract and integrating with Azure Monitor, reducing the time to detect anomalies and enabling teams to focus on proactive optimization.

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  • syncedreview.com: "Automated failure attribution" is a crucial component in the development lifecycle of Multi-Agent systems. It has the potential to transform the challenge of identifying "what went wrong and who is to blame" from a perplexing mystery into a quantifiable and analyzable problem
  • Source: At TM Forum DTW Ignite 2025, Microsoft is demonstrating how the complementary relationship between ODA and agentic AI converts ambitions into measurable business outcomes.

Pierluigi Paganini@securityaffairs.com //
OpenAI is facing scrutiny over its ChatGPT user logs due to a recent court order mandating the indefinite retention of all chat data, including deleted conversations. This directive stems from a lawsuit filed by The New York Times and other news organizations, who allege that ChatGPT has been used to generate copyrighted news articles. The plaintiffs believe that even deleted chats could contain evidence of infringing outputs. OpenAI, while complying with the order, is appealing the decision, citing concerns about user privacy and potential conflicts with data privacy regulations like the EU's GDPR. The company emphasizes that this retention policy does not affect ChatGPT Enterprise or ChatGPT Edu customers, nor users with a Zero Data Retention agreement.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has advocated for what he terms "AI privilege," suggesting that interactions with AI should be afforded the same privacy protections as communications with professionals like lawyers or doctors. This stance comes as OpenAI faces criticism for not disclosing to users that deleted and temporary chat logs were being preserved since mid-May in response to the court order. Altman argues that retaining user chats compromises their privacy, which OpenAI considers a core principle. He fears that this legal precedent could lead to a future where all AI conversations are recorded and accessible, potentially chilling free expression and innovation.

In addition to privacy concerns, OpenAI has identified and addressed malicious campaigns leveraging ChatGPT for nefarious purposes. These activities include the creation of fake IT worker resumes, the dissemination of misinformation, and assistance in cyber operations. OpenAI has banned accounts linked to ten such campaigns, including those potentially associated with North Korean IT worker schemes, Beijing-backed cyber operatives, and Russian malware distributors. These malicious actors utilized ChatGPT to craft application materials, auto-generate resumes, and even develop multi-stage malware. OpenAI is actively working to combat these abuses and safeguard its platform from being exploited for malicious activities.

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  • chatgptiseatingtheworld.com: After filing an objection with Judge Stein, OpenAI took to the court of public opinion to seek the reversal of Magistrate Judge Wang’s broad order requiring OpenAI to preserve all ChatGPT logs of people’s chats.
  • Reclaim The Net: Private prompts once thought ephemeral could now live forever, thanks for demands from the New York Times.
  • Digital Information World: If you’ve ever used ChatGPT’s temporary chat feature thinking your conversation would vanish after closing the window — well, it turns out that wasn’t exactly the case.
  • iHLS: AI Tools Exploited in Covert Influence and Cyber Ops, OpenAI Warns
  • Schneier on Security: Report on the Malicious Uses of AI
  • The Register - Security: ChatGPT used for evil: Fake IT worker resumes, misinfo, and cyber-op assist
  • Jon Greig: Russians are using ChatGPT to incrementally improve malware. Chinese groups are using it to mass create fake social media comments. North Koreans are using it to refine fake resumes is likely only catching a fraction of nation-state use
  • Jon Greig: Russians are using ChatGPT to incrementally improve malware. Chinese groups are using it to mass create fake social media comments. North Koreans are using it to refine fake resumes is likely only catching a fraction of nation-state use
  • Latest news: How global threat actors are weaponizing AI now, according to OpenAI
  • thehackernews.com: OpenAI has revealed that it banned a set of ChatGPT accounts that were likely operated by Russian-speaking threat actors and two Chinese nation-state hacking groups to assist with malware development, social media automation, and research about U.S. satellite communications technologies, among other things.
  • securityaffairs.com: OpenAI bans ChatGPT accounts linked to Russian, Chinese cyber ops
  • therecord.media: Russians are using ChatGPT to incrementally improve malware. Chinese groups are using it to mass create fake social media comments. North Koreans are using it to refine fake resumes is likely only catching a fraction of nation-state use
  • siliconangle.com: OpenAI to retain deleted ChatGPT conversations following court order
  • eWEEK: ‘An Inappropriate Request’: OpenAI Appeals ChatGPT Data Retention Court Order in NYT Case
  • gbhackers.com: OpenAI Shuts Down ChatGPT Accounts Linked to Russian, Iranian & Chinese Cyber
  • Policy ? Ars Technica: OpenAI is retaining all ChatGPT logs “indefinitely.†Here’s who’s affected.
  • AI News | VentureBeat: Sam Altman calls for ‘AI privilege’ as OpenAI clarifies court order to retain temporary and deleted ChatGPT sessions
  • www.techradar.com: Sam Altman says AI chats should be as private as ‘talking to a lawyer or a doctor’, but OpenAI could soon be forced to keep your ChatGPT conversations forever
  • aithority.com: New Relic Report Shows OpenAI’s ChatGPT Dominates Among AI Developers
  • the-decoder.com: ChatGPT scams range from silly money-making ploys to calculated political meddling
  • hackread.com: OpenAI Shuts Down 10 Malicious AI Ops Linked to China, Russia, N. Korea
  • Tech Monitor: OpenAI highlights exploitative use of ChatGPT by Chinese entities

@medium.com //
References: medium.com
The rise of artificial intelligence has sparked intense debate about the best approach to regulation. Many believe that AI's rapid development requires careful management to mitigate potential risks. Some experts are suggesting a shift from rigid regulatory "guardrails" to more adaptable "leashes," enabling innovation while ensuring responsible use. The aim is to foster economic growth and technological progress while safeguarding public safety and ethical considerations.

The concept of "leashes" in AI regulation proposes a flexible, management-based approach, allowing AI tools to explore new domains without restrictive barriers. Unlike fixed "guardrails," leashes provide a tethered structure that can prevent AI from "running away," say experts. This approach acknowledges the heterogeneous and dynamic nature of AI, recognizing that prescriptive regulations may not be suitable for such a rapidly evolving field.

Focusing on cybersecurity, experts suggest building security from first principles using foundation models. This entails reimagining cybersecurity strategies from the ground up, similar to how Netflix transformed entertainment and Visa tackled fraud detection. Instead of layering more tools and rules onto existing systems, the emphasis is on developing sophisticated models that can learn, adapt, and improve automatically, enabling proactive identification and mitigation of threats.

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  • medium.com: The Cybersecurity Transformation: Building Security from First Principles with Foundation Models

Priyansh Khodiyar@CustomGPT //
References: CustomGPT , hackernoon.com ,
The Model Context Protocol (MCP) is gaining momentum as a key framework for standardizing interactions between AI agents and various applications. Developed initially by Anthropic, MCP aims to provide a universal method for AI models to connect with external tools, data sources, and systems, similar to how USB-C streamlines connections for devices. Microsoft is actively embracing this protocol, introducing MCP servers for its Dynamics 365 platform. Furthermore, companies are integrating MCP into their APIs, indicating a widespread movement towards its adoption.

The core challenge MCP addresses is the current fragmented and inconsistent nature of AI integrations. Without a standardized protocol, developers often resort to custom code and brittle integrations, leading to systems that are difficult to maintain and scale. MCP standardizes how context is defined, passed, and validated, ensuring that AI agents receive the correct information in the right format, regardless of the data source. This standardization promises to alleviate the "It Works on My Machine… Sometimes" syndrome, where AI applications function inconsistently across different environments.

MCP's adoption is expected to pave the way for more autonomous enterprises and smarter systems. Microsoft envisions a future where AI agents proactively identify problems, suggest solutions, and maintain context across conversations, thereby transforming workflows across diverse fields such as marketing and software engineering. The evolution of identity standards, particularly OAuth, is crucial to secure agent access across connected systems, ensuring a robust and reliable ecosystem for AI agent interactions. This collaborative effort to build standards will empower the next generation of AI agents to operate effectively and securely.

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  • CustomGPT: Problems MCP Model Context Protocol solves
  • hackernoon.com: AI Agents, MCP Protocols, and the Future of Smart Systems
  • www.madrona.com: The End of Biz Apps? AI, Agility, and The Agent-Native Enterprise from Microsoft CVP Charles Lamanna

@www.infoworld.com //
Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing the landscape of software development, permeating every stage from initial drafting to final debugging. A recent GitHub survey reveals that an overwhelming 92% of developers are leveraging AI coding tools in both their professional and personal projects, signaling a major shift in the industry. IBM Fellow Kyle Charlet noted the dramatic acceleration of this movement, stating that what was considered cutting-edge just six months ago is now obsolete. This rapid evolution highlights the transformative impact of AI on developer workflows and the very way software development is conceived.

Agent mode in GitHub Copilot is at the forefront of this transformation, offering an autonomous and real-time collaborative environment for developers. This powerful mode allows Copilot to understand natural-language prompts and execute multi-step coding tasks independently, automating tedious processes and freeing up developers to focus on higher-level problem-solving. Agent mode is capable of analyzing codebases, planning and implementing solutions, running tests, and even suggesting architectural improvements. Its agentic loop enables it to refine its work in real-time, seeking feedback and iterating until the desired outcome is achieved.

Despite the promising advancements, concerns remain about the potential pitfalls of over-reliance on AI in coding. A recent incident involving GitHub Copilot's agent mode attempting to make pull requests on Microsoft's .NET runtime exposed some limitations. The AI confidently submitted broken code, necessitating repeated corrections and explanations from human developers. This highlighted the need for human oversight and validation, especially when dealing with complex bugs or business logic requiring domain knowledge. While AI can enhance productivity, it's crucial to recognize its limitations and ensure that experienced engineers remain integral to the software development process, particularly as AI continues to evolve.

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  • Communications of the ACM: AI tools now support the entire software development lifecycle, from drafting to debugging.
  • github.blog: A full look at agent mode in GitHub Copilot, including what it can do, when to use it, and best practices. The post appeared first on .
  • www.infoworld.com: What we know now about generative AI for software development

@aithority.com //
Agentic AI is rapidly transforming workflow orchestration across various industries. The rise of autonomous AI agents capable of strategic decision-making, interacting with external applications, and executing complex tasks with minimal human intervention is reshaping how enterprises operate. These intelligent agents are being deployed to handle labor-intensive tasks, qualitative and quantitative analysis, and to provide real-time insights, effectively acting as competent virtual assistants that can sift through data, work across platforms, and learn from processes. This shift represents a move away from fragmented automation tools towards dynamically coordinated systems that adapt to real-time signals and pursue outcomes with minimal human oversight.

Despite the potential benefits, integrating agentic AI into existing workflows requires careful consideration and planning. Companies need to build AI fluency within their workforce through training and education, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of AI agents and focusing on successful human-AI collaborations. It is also crucial to redesign workflows to leverage the capabilities of AI agents effectively, ensuring that they are integrated into the right processes and roles. Furthermore, organizations must not neglect supervision, establishing a central governance framework, maintaining ethical and security standards, fostering proactive risk response, and aligning decisions with wider company strategic goals.

American business executives are showing significant enthusiasm for AI agents, with many planning substantial increases in AI-related budgets. A recent PwC survey indicates that 88% of companies plan to increase AI-related budgets in the next 12 months due to agentic AI. The survey also reveals that a majority of senior executives are adopting AI agents into their companies, reporting benefits such as increased productivity, cost savings, faster decision-making, and improved customer experiences. However, less than half of the surveyed companies are rethinking operating models, suggesting that there is still untapped potential for leveraging AI agents to fundamentally reshape how work gets done.

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  • AiThority: Agentic AI is redefining how go-to-market teams orchestrate their operations.
  • AI News | VentureBeat: How can organizations decide how to use human-in-the-loop mechanisms and collaborative frameworks with AI agents?
  • SiliconANGLE: As artificial intelligence evolves, agentic AI is reshaping the landscape with autonomous agents that make decisions, initiate actions and execute complex tasks with minimal human input.

@cyberalerts.io //
Cybercriminals are exploiting the popularity of AI by distributing the 'Noodlophile' information-stealing malware through fake AI video generation tools. These deceptive websites, often promoted via Facebook groups, lure users with the promise of AI-powered video creation from uploaded files. Instead of delivering the advertised service, users are tricked into downloading a malicious ZIP file containing an executable disguised as a video file, such as "Video Dream MachineAI.mp4.exe." This exploit capitalizes on the common Windows setting that hides file extensions, making the malicious file appear legitimate.

Upon execution, the malware initiates a multi-stage infection process. The deceptive executable launches a legitimate binary associated with ByteDance's video editor ("CapCut.exe") to run a .NET-based loader. This loader then retrieves a Python payload ("srchost.exe") from a remote server, ultimately leading to the deployment of Noodlophile Stealer. This infostealer is designed to harvest sensitive data, including browser credentials, cryptocurrency wallet information, and other personal data.

Morphisec researchers, including Shmuel Uzan, warn that these campaigns are attracting significant attention, with some Facebook posts garnering over 62,000 views. The threat actors behind Noodlophile are believed to be of Vietnamese origin, with the developer's GitHub profile indicating a passion for malware development. The rise of AI-themed lures highlights the growing trend of cybercriminals weaponizing public interest in emerging technologies to spread malware, impacting unsuspecting users seeking AI tools for video and image editing.

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  • Blog: A new cyber threat has emerged involving counterfeit AI video generation tools that distribute a malware strain known as 'Noodlophile.'
  • securityaffairs.com: Threat actors use fake AI tools to trick users into installing the information stealer Noodlophile, Morphisec researchers warn.
  • thehackernews.com: Threat actors have been observed leveraging fake artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tools as a lure to entice users into downloading an information stealer malware dubbed Noodlophile.
  • Virus Bulletin: Morphisec's Shmuel Uzan reveals how attackers exploit AI hype to spread malware. Victims expecting custom AI videos instead get Noodlophile Stealer, a new infostealer targeting browser credentials, crypto wallets, and sensitive data.
  • SOC Prime Blog: Noodlophile Stealer Detection: Novel Malware Distributed Through Fake AI Video Generation Tools

@www.microsoft.com //
References: Ken Yeung , www.microsoft.com , Salesforce ...
The business world is on the cusp of a significant transformation as AI agents emerge as powerful tools for automating and streamlining processes. Microsoft Dynamics 365 is leading the charge by introducing new ERP agents for public preview, designed to redefine how finance, supply chain, and operations teams manage their work. These agents represent a shift towards AI-first operations, promising to reduce manual effort, improve accuracy, and accelerate decision-making across various business functions. As organizations increasingly integrate AI into their strategies, the focus is shifting from the hype surrounding AI to its practical applications in driving tangible business value.

Microsoft's new ERP agents function as "digital colleagues," taking on specific tasks and automating workflows. Unlike AI-powered assistants that merely support human actions, these autonomous agents can execute entire processes, such as lead generation, order management, and account reconciliation, with minimal human intervention. These agents excel in ERP systems where high-volume, rules-based activities are common, streamlining complex processes like source-to-pay and project-to-profit. The Account Reconciliation Agent, for instance, can accelerate the period-end close by matching ledger entries, flagging discrepancies, and recommending resolution steps, freeing up professionals to focus on more strategic tasks.

Beyond ERP, AI agents are making inroads into go-to-market (GTM) teams, redefining roles in prospecting, forecasting, and customer success. Rather than being just "glorified chatbots," these agents are goal-oriented systems that observe, decide, and act within defined environments, making intelligent decisions to scale existing successful strategies. Companies like SAS are also developing AI agents with built-in guardrails, combining traditional rule-based analytics with machine learning to ensure controlled and predictable automation. IBM and Oracle are also joining the party with watsonx Orchestrate, a drag-and-drop interface for building AI agents for deployment in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI). The AI revolution is not just about replacing human workers but about augmenting their capabilities and driving efficiency across the enterprise.

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  • Ken Yeung: Cloudflare’s New MCP Remote Servers Let AI Agents Handle User Requests and System Operations
  • www.microsoft.com: A new era in business processes: Autonomous agents for ERP
  • www.microsoft.com: A new era in business processes: Autonomous agents for ERP
  • Salesforce: From Apps to Agents: How Agentic AI Will Bring the Next Great Wave of Business Innovation
  • www.windowscentral.com: "Hey, why do I need Excel?": Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella foresees a disruptive Agentic AI era that could "aggressively" collapse 'Software as a Service' apps
  • www.bigdatawire.com: SAS Rolls Out AI Agents, Digital Twins, and Industry Models at Innovate 2025
  • Source: Helping retailers and consumer goods organizations identify the most valuable agentic AI use cases
  • www.lastwatchdog.com: MY TAKE: Beyond agentic AI mediocrity — the real disruption is empowering the disenfranchised

@www.marktechpost.com //
The rise of AI agents is transforming industries, enabling systems to perform complex tasks with minimal human intervention. This shift is powered by advancements in Agent Development Kits (ADKs) like Google's new open-source Python framework, streamlining agent creation and deployment. Emerging roles like Agent Architects are becoming increasingly important, focusing on designing and implementing AI agent workflows. These architects bridge the gap between business goals and intelligent automation, mapping processes to agent workflows using low-code tools. Lyzr AI, for example, highlights the growing demand for Agent Architects, predicting it to be one of the next 100,000 jobs, emphasizing the need for individuals who understand both AI and how to turn processes into intelligent agent workflows.

The Sequence Engineering article highlights Google's new Agent Development Kit (ADK) as a key enabler for multi-agent systems. The ADK is designed with composability and extensibility in mind, it empowers researchers and developers to build robust agentic systems ranging from simple task handlers to complex, multi-agent orchestration layers. Google's Gemini is also incorporating AI agents, with tests revealing a new "Search" agent within Gemini's prompt composer. This "Search" agent could provide quicker access to Google Search’s full power, implying an expanded role for retrieval-augmented responses which streamline access to advanced capabilities.

Citibank's recent report underscores the transformative potential of agentic AI within financial services. Agentic AI is capable of autonomous analysis and intelligent automation which can reshape everything from compliance and risk modeling to personalized advisory services. These agents will increasingly inhabit every layer of financial operations, from client-facing digital advisors to internal compliance monitors. The bank envisions agentic AI as a new operating system for finance, capable of initiating and managing actions, as opposed to simply generating content, leading to significant productivity gains and a "Do It For Me" economy.

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  • www.marktechpost.com: Citibank report sharing how agentic AI will reshape finance with autonomous analysis.
  • TestingCatalog: Testing Catalog article: Google quietly tests Search Agent in Gemini's prompt composer.

Stu Sjouwerman@blog.knowbe4.com //
Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting the power of artificial intelligence to enhance their malicious activities, marking a concerning trend in the cybersecurity landscape. Reports, including Microsoft’s Cyber Signals, highlight a surge in AI-assisted scams and phishing attacks. Guardio Labs has identified a specific phenomenon called "VibeScamming," where hackers leverage AI to create highly convincing phishing schemes and functional attack models with unprecedented ease. This development signifies a "democratization" of cybercrime, enabling individuals with limited technical skills to launch sophisticated attacks.

Cybersecurity researchers at Guardio Labs conducted a benchmark study that examined the capabilities of different AI models in facilitating phishing scams. While ChatGPT demonstrated some resistance due to its ethical guardrails, other platforms like Claude and Lovable proved more susceptible to malicious use. Claude provided detailed, usable code for phishing operations when prompted within an "ethical hacking" framework, while Lovable, designed for easy web app creation, inadvertently became a haven for scammers, offering instant hosting solutions, evasion tactics, and even integrated credential theft mechanisms. The ease with which these models can be exploited raises significant concerns about the balance between AI functionality and security.

To combat these evolving threats, security experts emphasize the need for organizations to adopt a proactive and layered approach to cybersecurity. This includes implementing zero-trust principles, carefully verifying user identities, and continuously monitoring for suspicious activities. As threat actors increasingly blend social engineering with AI and automation to bypass detection, companies must prioritize security awareness training for employees and invest in advanced security solutions that can detect and prevent AI-powered attacks. With improved attack strategies, organizations must stay ahead of the curve by continuously refining their defenses and adapting to the ever-changing threat landscape.

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