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Can an artificial intelligence doppelganger help me do my job

Digital clones combine hyperrealistic video, lifelike voice cloning, and conversational models to mimic a person. Startups promise that an artificial intelligence doppelgänger can scale personal interactions, but practical limits and safety concerns remain.

What health care providers actually want from artificial intelligence

In a market flooded with artificial intelligence promises, health care leaders now prioritize pragmatic, pressure-tested solutions that address staffing shortages, clinician burnout, costs, and patient bottlenecks. Vendors that demonstrate integration, real-world validation, explainability, and clear return on investment are more likely to gain traction.

Accenture buys generative Artificial Intelligence business

Accenture has agreed to acquire NeuraFlash, a generative Artificial Intelligence consulting company, for an undisclosed sum subject to customary closing conditions. The deal will add about 510 staff and bolster Accenture’s Salesforce and managed services capabilities.

U.S. government takes an 8.85% stake in Intel, what shareholders should know

On Aug. 22 the administration converted CHIPS Act grant funding into equity, acquiring just over 433 million Intel shares and creating roughly 8.85% ownership while diluting existing shareholders. The move removes grant conditions, may nudge customers to use Intel foundry, and carries geopolitical and governance risks.