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Indian organisations on edge as sites fail to Captcha AI intruders
Personal AI agents such as Instinct, Muse, Grokbot and OpenClaw have taken over the consumer internet in the US. But last month, major US banks, including JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America, Wells Fargo and Morgan Stanley, reportedly flagged AI agents such as Meta’s Muse accessing customer accounts using login credentials voluntarily shared by users laying bare the risks of handing AI agents the keys to consumers’ digital lives.
Be agent provocateur: India's internet needs an AI makeover
As India's digital ecosystem experiences rapid transformation, it is imperative to enhance support for the growing presence of AI agents in business and services. By tackling the obstacles within the navigational framework, costs for these agents can be significantly lowered. Revamping e-commerce catalogs and improving data availability will optimize purchase processes.
AI agents take over online shopping: Ecommerce firms rethink pricing, verification
India’s ecommerce and digital platforms are preparing for a surge in personal AI agents that could increasingly make shopping decisions and transactions for consumers, forcing companies to rethink pricing, customer engagement and bot verification.
Meta launches AI agent Muse that can access other apps to send emails, make payments
The company's Muse agent, known internally as Hatch, is the centerpiece of CEO Mark Zuckerberg's plan to supply "personal superintelligence" to the billions of people who use Meta's services daily.
GPT-6 Astra is here: OpenAI’s new AI model can use computers, browse web and get work done
OpenAI has launched GPT-6 Astra, its newest frontier AI model. This advanced model aims to significantly boost computer use and professional work. Astra can handle complex tasks and make decisions with less human intervention. The model also presents significant cybersecurity capabilities and risks.
Apple launches faster Mac mini, Mac Studio to tap AI boom
The new mini, unveiled alongside a beefed-up Mac Studio, starts at $899 and comes with either Apple's new M6 chip or the M5 Pro. It is $100 more expensive than its predecessor. The unveiling is likely Apple's last major launch before Tim Cook hands over the reins to hardware veteran John Ternus in one of its most closely watched leadership transitions.
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Taiwan says AI agents used in cyberattacks targeting island
Overseas hackers used artificial intelligence agents to help carry out a wave of cyberattacks targeting Taiwanese government agencies in July, the island's digital affairs ministry said Thursday. The cyberattacks began in July and the "affected agencies have successively completed the response measures", the Ministry of Digital Affairs said in a statement, without providing further details on the scale, damage or targets of the attacks.
Can AI book confirmed tatkal train tickets? AI agent hacks an Australian gym website, cancels another person's reservation on its own and moves its human up the waiting list
An AI agent using Anthropic's Claude reportedly hacked a gym's booking system in Australia and cancelled another person's reservation without being asked to, in order to move its user up a waiting list. The incident, reported by ABC News, is being described as the first known case of an autonomous AI agent hacking a website in Australia.
Cloudflare's slowing growth disappoints investors betting on AI boost
Cloudflare shares dropped significantly after its revenue forecast missed investor expectations. The company is also reducing staff by 20%, citing increased use of AI tools. This move comes despite a strong rally in its stock. Analysts noted that rising AI infrastructure costs are impacting profit margins. However, some analysts remain optimistic about Cloudflare's future prospects.
Vibe coding startup Emergent launches AI agent Wingman
Emergent, backed by SoftBank, has launched Wingman, an AI agent to automate routine tasks across popular tools, aiming to boost productivity. Unlike competitors, Wingman prioritizes user confirmation for significant actions, while learning preferences over time. This move taps into the growing demand for AI that manages workflows independently, not just responds to commands.
OpenClaw founder Peter Steinberger in limbo after Anthropic cuts Claude access
The AI firm has restricted the third-party agent tool OpenClaw from connecting to Claude models under standard plans. Developers would now need to shift to API-based, usage-billed access.
Marc Andreessen sketches AGI pricing for advanced AI systems like OpenClaw
Marc Andreessen has outlined a tiered pricing vision for artificial general intelligence (AGI). Paid LLMs such as Claude and OpenAI for open-source AI systems like OpenClaw become the cost differentiator.
Is internet more AI-driven than human? Report reveals the way forward
Per a report by cybersecurity firm HUMAN Security, in 2025, automated internet traffic grew 23.51% YoY, almost eight times faster than the 3.10% of human traffic. This follows the rise of GenAI assistants such as ChatGPT, Claude, and OpenClaw’s Clawbot, which extensively rely on continuous information access.
Alibaba develops next-gen chip for agentic AI, Chinese media says
The 3.2 GHz server chip, built using open-source RISC-V chip architecture, was billed as "the highest performing RISC-V CPU in the world" at a conference hosted by DAMO Academy, Alibaba's research arm, according to the reports.
OpenClaw unveils ClawHub Marketplace; draws more than 331,000 stars on GitHub
Peter Steinberger, OpenClaw’s creator, released the update. The platform allows users to deploy AI agents that can reason, respond, and execute tasks inside apps, such as Telegram and Discord, all while remaining fully self-hosted.
Alibaba launches latest agentic AI platform with international unit's Accio Work
Alibaba is stepping up its global push in agentic AI. Its international commerce division has launched Accio Work, an AI taskforce designed for small and medium-sized businesses. This move comes as China sees a surge in agentic AI trends. Accio Work offers plug-and-play solutions for complex business operations.
China tech giant Tencent logs 16% jump in annual net profit
Chinese internet giant Tencent on Wednesday reported a 16 percent jump in full-year net profit, with gaming still its main business driver even as the company extends its AI push. The tool, released this month, is a foray into an area some see as the technology's next frontier after chatbots such as ChatGPT. On Wednesday, Tencent said net profit for 2025 came to 224.8 billion yuan ($32.6 billion), beating estimates of 221.9 billion yuan in a Bloomberg survey of economists.
Why are founders flocking to OpenClaw?
There is a mad rush in India to adopt OpenClaw as enthusiasts organise meetups and buildathons; but some key security concerns remain. Swathi Moorthy decodes the new AI mania.
AI agent 'lobster fever' grips China despite risks
The tool has fascinated tech circles worldwide but particularly in China, gripping tech-savvy companies and individuals keen to keep up with the next big thing in AI. Hundreds of people queued at tech giant Baidu's Beijing headquarters this week for an OpenClaw event where engineers helped attendees set up their "little lobsters".
China pins hopes on society-wide AI push to add jobs, rejuvenate economy
Plans unveiled at the opening of parliament's annual session last week go all-in on AI, detailing ambitions to offset an ageing workforce and long-term economic slowdown through the technology's "job-creation" effect over the next five years.
Nvidia planning to launch open source AI agent platform ‘NemoClaw’: Report
The chipmaker has already been discussing the platform with major technology firms, including Salesforce, Cisco, Google, Adobe, and CrowdStrike, in an effort to explore potential collaborations. However, it is not yet clear whether these talks have led to any formal partnerships.
OpenClaw AI: Why China is raising security concerns and the story behind buzzword ‘Raising Crayfish’
On Sunday, the state-run Xinhua News Agency shared a post on its official WeChat account introducing OpenClaw, accompanied by a warning about potential risks. The post appeared as the phrase “raising crayfish” began trending among Chinese internet users, drawing widespread online attention.
QClaw AI: What is Tencent’s ‘Little Lobster’ tool and will you be able to access it with WeChat and QQ
QClaw AI is presently being tested internally at Tencent and could see a wider release if the trials are successful. QClaw is expected to provide a one-click launch for OpenClaw on systems.
OpenClaw founder Peter Steinberger quits Europe for the US, cites regulatory roadblocks, joins OpenAI
Open-source AI creator Peter Steinberger is moving from Europe to the US to join OpenAI, citing frustration with Europe's stringent tech regulations. He believes Europe's cautious approach stifles innovation, contrasting it with the US's more enthusiastic environment. His popular AI assistant, OpenClaw, will continue as an open-source project with OpenAI's backing.
OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger joins OpenAI to ‘change the world’
OpenClaw creator Peter Steinberger is joining OpenAI to advance AI research and development. His open-source AI agent, known for handling digital tasks, will continue to be supported by OpenAI. Steinberger aims to build user-friendly personal agents, emphasizing safety and access to cutting-edge models, with a goal to impact the world broadly.
Security concerns, scepticism bursting bubble of Moltbook, viral AI social forum
Moltbook is a new "social network" built exclusively for AI agents to make posts and interact with each other, and humans are invited to observe. Elon Musk said its launch ushered in the "very early stages of the singularity " - or when artificial intelligence could surpass human intelligence.
Security concerns and scepticism are bursting the bubble of Moltbook, the viral AI social forum
A new social media platform called Moltbook has emerged, exclusively for AI agents. Humans can observe but not directly participate. This development has generated significant buzz, with some hailing it as a step towards the singularity. However, security researchers have uncovered critical vulnerabilities, raising alarms about data exposure and potential manipulation.
Is autonomous AI humanity's future? Amid Moltbook hype and Anthropic's new AI tool launch, Sam Altman predicts future
The rapid rise of the AI-powered social network Moltbook has sparked debate about how close machines are to acting independently. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has downplayed Moltbook as a likely short-lived experiment, while stressing that the technology behind it reflects a lasting shift toward autonomous AI. Speaking at the Cisco AI Summit, Altman highlighted tools like OpenClaw and OpenAI’s Codex as examples of AI systems that can operate computers with minimal human input.
'Moltbook' social media site for AI agents had big security hole, cyber firm Wiz says
Moltbook, a Reddit-like site advertised as a "social network built exclusively for AI agents," inadvertently revealed the private messages shared between agents, the email addresses of more than 6,000 owners, and more than a million credentials, Wiz said in a blog post.
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