TECHNOLOGY

  In a landmark fusion of executive power and tactical AI, the U.S. military turned to restricted technology for decisive action against Iran. On February 27, 2026, just hours after President Donald Trump issued a ban on Anthropic’s Claude AI via Truth Social, Department of War units relied on pre-installed local instances. The U.S. designated […]

Image: Perplexity blog   Perplexity AI recently unveiled Perplexity Computer, a sophisticated agent platform that coordinates 19 specialized AI models to manage entire workflows autonomously. This launch reflects the company’s core strategy: diverse AI ensembles deliver far better results than any standalone model for complex, practical challenges. Available exclusively to Perplexity Max subscribers at $200

  Google continues pushing Gemini beyond simple conversations on Android phones. The new screen automation feature now lets Gemini control other apps to complete real tasks like ordering food or booking rides. For users across the United States, this changes phones from chat devices into actual helpers that manage daily routines with minimal effort.  

  Adobe has introduced a significant advancement in generative AI workflows with Adobe Firefly Video Editor’s new Quick Cut feature. This tool automatically creates a first draft from raw footage using simple text prompts, helping creators bypass tedious initial edits. It builds on Firefly’s growing capabilities to make video production faster and more accessible for

Anthropic published a significant investigative report on February 23, 2026, detailing systematic exploitation of its Claude AI model by three Chinese companies. The firm identified DeepSeek, Moonshot AI, and MiniMax as key actors in this unauthorized data harvesting effort. This revelation arrives at a critical juncture, as US policymakers intensify discussions on restricting exports of