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AI Drive-Thru Revolution: Presto Phoenix & Wienerschnitzel Collab
Wienerschnitzel partners with Presto to implement Voice AI technology in drive-thrus, aiming to improve order accuracy, increase sales through upselling, optimize labor costs, and enhance the overall customer experience.
F1 Revs Up Betting with ALT Sports Data Partnership
Formula 1 partners with ALT Sports Data to revolutionize fan engagement through cutting-edge betting solutions, offering real-time predictive analytics and immersive wagering opportunities to enhance the overall fan experience.
Palantir’s AI-Powered TITAN Systems Deployed by U.S. Army
Palantir has delivered cutting-edge AI-powered ground systems to the U.S. Army, revolutionizing battlefield intelligence gathering and analysis. The collaborative effort with industry partners showcases the power of public-private partnerships in advancing military technology.
Eat Art Love: A Year of Brunch Bliss in St. Pete
Eat Art Love, a St. Petersburg brunch restaurant, celebrates its first anniversary, delighting patrons with innovative dishes, a welcoming atmosphere, and perfect customer reviews, establishing itself as a cherished community hub.
Deepfake Phishing: CEO Impersonation Targets YouTube Users
A new phishing attack targeting YouTube creators uses AI-generated deepfake videos of the platform’s CEO to trick victims into compromising their accounts, highlighting the growing sophistication of cybercriminals and the importance of vigilance and education.
AI Transforms E-commerce: Boosting Efficiency, Trust, and Sustainability
AI is revolutionizing e-commerce logistics through automation, predictive analytics, route optimization, efficient returns management, and enhanced transparency, ultimately improving efficiency, sustainability, and customer trust in the rapidly evolving online shopping landscape.
Automation and Predictive Analytics: The Future of Finance Management
Intelligent automation and predictive analytics are transforming financial management by streamlining processes, providing accurate forecasts, and enabling proactive decision-making. Embracing these technologies will be crucial for businesses to thrive in the digital age.
Android 16: Google Maps Gets Live with Updates
Android 16 introduces Live Updates, a feature that displays real-time navigation information in the status bar and notification panel. Similar to Apple’s Live Activities, it allows users to stay informed without constantly switching apps. The customizable feature is expected to set a new standard for mobile devices.
Llama 4: Meta’s Game-Changing Voice AI Powerhouse
Meta’s upcoming Llama 4 model promises groundbreaking advancements in voice AI, with upgraded features for natural interactions and an omni model for seamless multimodal processing, intensifying competition and driving innovation in the field.
Estée Lauder Leverages AI for Personalized Beauty Experiences
Estée Lauder Companies partners with OpenAI and Microsoft to integrate AI into product development, analyze consumer data, and streamline operations, positioning itself for long-term success in the evolving beauty industry.
USF Leads the Way in AI and Cybersecurity Education
John Licato, an associate professor at USF, is playing a key role in establishing Florida’s first college dedicated to AI, cybersecurity, and computing, aiming to position Tampa Bay as a national leader in these fields.
Google Maps Gets iPhone-Style Live Updates in Android 16 Beta
Google Maps receives a significant upgrade in the Android 16 beta, introducing an iPhone-inspired “Live Updates” feature that provides real-time navigation information through a pill-shaped notification at the top of the screen, enhancing multitasking capabilities.
AI Revolutionizes Wienerschnitzel Drive-Thrus with Presto Phoenix Expansion
Presto Phoenix, Inc. partners with Galardi Group to expand its Voice AI ordering technology across Wienerschnitzel’s drive-thru locations nationwide, revolutionizing the QSR industry with improved efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction.
DISA’s Data-Driven Approach: Boosting Cybersecurity and AI
DISA’s transformative 2025-2027 data strategy simplifies infrastructure, strengthens governance, harnesses AI and machine learning, fosters a data-driven culture, enhances cybersecurity, and aligns with DoD objectives to revolutionize defense technology and decision-making.
RAG Goes Next-Level: Agentic Distillation Meets Pyramid Search
The Agentic Knowledge Distillation + Pyramid Search approach revolutionizes document ingestion and RAG strategies by extracting high-value insights, reducing cognitive load, improving response quality, optimizing token usage, and enabling scalability for efficient NLP models.
Presto Phoenix Brings AI Drive-Thru to Wienerschnitzel Nationwide
Presto Phoenix, Inc. partners with Galardi Group to deploy Voice AI technology in Wienerschnitzel’s drive-thrus nationwide, aiming to enhance order accuracy, boost sales, and elevate the customer experience by 2025.
Elevating CX: AI-Powered Predictive Insights
AI-driven foresight empowers Chief Customer Officers to anticipate trends, deliver personalized experiences, and stay ahead in the evolving customer landscape by leveraging predictive analytics, new metrics, and cutting-edge tech tools.
Android 16’s Live Updates: Seamless Google Maps Integration
Android 16 Beta 2.1 introduces Live Updates, a feature that provides real-time information about ongoing tasks directly on the device’s display, enhancing user experience and convenience. Google Maps is the first app to support this groundbreaking capability.
AI Revolutionizes Drive-Thru: Presto Phoenix Partners with Wienerschnitzel
Presto Phoenix, Inc. partners with Wienerschnitzel to implement Voice AI technology in drive-thru locations nationwide, revolutionizing the QSR industry with improved efficiency, increased sales, and enhanced customer experience.
Google Merges Business Profiles and Local Service Ads
Google is integrating Google Business Profiles and Local Service Ads starting November 2024, requiring businesses to have verified profiles to run ads and centralize reputation management through customer reviews.
Google Co-Founder’s AI Venture Transforms Manufacturing Landscape
Larry Page, Google co-founder, launches Dynatomics, an AI startup revolutionizing manufacturing by generating optimized product designs. The venture highlights the growing trend of AI-driven solutions in the industry, promising increased efficiency and innovation.