Discord scales back Persona age checks as Twitch partners face verification backlash

Discord is retreating from plans to rely on Persona for biometric age checks while keeping its teen-by-default policy, just as Twitch partners protest mandatory Persona verification tied to payouts. Recent security concerns and alleged government ties around Persona are fueling skepticism across both platforms.

Healthcare shifts from Artificial Intelligence pilots to measurable returns across clinical and operational workflows

Healthcare and life sciences organizations are rapidly moving from Artificial Intelligence experiments to scaled deployments that are boosting revenue, cutting costs and reshaping core workflows from radiology to drug discovery. New survey data highlights strong return on investment, rising budgets and growing reliance on open source models and software.

MIT alumni drive innovation and accessibility at Boston’s MBTA

Leaders with MIT roots are reshaping Boston’s transit agency with a focus on faster project delivery, redesigned bus service, and more accessible digital tools, all within tight public-sector constraints.