Imagine a virtual assistant picking out and buying products for you, with the entire transaction happening directly within the AI interface. Visa has unveiled Intelligent Commerce Connect – a new platform that paves the way for AI agents to securely make payments on behalf of consumers, and surprisingly, the system will support more than just Visa cards.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has officially confirmed its use of spyware tools capable of intercepting encrypted messages. While the agency frames the move as a necessary step in the fight against fentanyl smuggling, the disclosure is sparking serious concerns over civil liberties and privacy.
Israeli firm ForSight Robotics has announced the successful completion of the first-ever fully robotic cataract surgery on a human patient. The procedure was performed without the need for general anesthesia, a breakthrough that could radically shift global standards and accessibility in ophthalmic care.
Samsung announced a massive spike in first-quarter 2026 operating profit, reaching 57.2 trillion won ($37.8 billion). Driven by an unrelenting boom in memory chips, this 700% year-on-year increase positions the South Korean giant as a top contender for the world’s most profitable company.