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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.

By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.

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Oracle unveils AI agents to streamline HR tasks & boost careers

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Oracle has introduced AI agents in its Fusion Cloud Applications to streamline HR tasks and enhance career development at no extra cost for users.
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Java 25 debuts with AI, security & productivity upgrades

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Oracle launches Java 25 with 18 key upgrades focusing on AI, security, and productivity, offering extended long-term support for developers.
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Google Ads rolls out AI Max & new generative tools globally

Wed, 17th Sep 2025
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Google Ads now offers AI Max globally and new generative AI tools in Asset Studio, boosting creative control and campaign performance for marketers worldwide.
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IT professionals crave respect as jargon & crises fuel frustration

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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A global survey reveals IT professionals feel undervalued and frustrated by jargon and lack of recognition from colleagues, craving respect and thanks.
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Can technology bridge Australia's care gap with dignity for our ageing communities?

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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Australia's ageing population will surge by 54% by 2041, yet care worker shortages threaten dignity, prompting calls for tech to boost efficiency and empathy.
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CrowdStrike partners can earn up to USD $7 in services for each USD $1 spent

Tue, 16th Sep 2025
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CrowdStrike partners can earn up to USD $7 in services revenue for every USD $1 spent on its Falcon platform, boosting profitability and growth prospects.
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US leads decline in global business hotel bookings in early 2025

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Global business hotel bookings fell 5.35% in H1 2025, led by a 10.65% US decline amid tariff uncertainty and reduced advance planning.
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Ledger warns of NPM attack thwarted by malware coding errors

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Ledger warned of a major NPM supply chain attack targeting cryptocurrency wallets, thwarted due to malware coding errors preventing widespread fund theft.
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Westcon-Comstor unifies European sales under new senior leader

Fri, 12th Sep 2025
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Westcon-Comstor appoints Stéphane Reboud as Senior VP to unify European sales, boosting partner collaboration and growth amid positive global results.
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UAE tops world ranking for tech dependency & daily screen use

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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The UAE ranks as the world's most tech-dependent nation, with residents spending nearly 8 hours daily on digital devices and universal internet access.
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Small business failure risk in Australia outpaces sector growth

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Small business failure risk in Australia has risen 4.5%, outpacing 2.9% growth, hitting micro and young firms hardest amid shifting spending and inflation pressures.
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Exclusive: Check Point's Gianluca Busco Arré on shaping hybrid security

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Hybrid work complexity drives companies to adopt unified SASE security platforms, boosting protection and performance across dispersed networks.
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Stricter returns policies deter two-thirds of global shoppers

Thu, 11th Sep 2025
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Stricter returns policies deter 66% of global shoppers, with Millennials and Gen Z most likely to avoid retailers who enforce tighter rules, Blue Yonder survey finds.
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September Patch Tuesday: Microsoft addressing 176 vulnerabilities

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Microsoft patches 176 vulnerabilities this September, including critical flaws in Azure Linux, SQL Server, and Azure HPC, with no current exploits reported.
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Industry leaders urge strong strategies for post-quantum readiness

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Industry leaders stress urgent action for organisations to adopt post-quantum cryptography and enhance digital trust amid rapid quantum computing advances.
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Exabeam adds AI agent threat detection to New-Scale platform

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Exabeam has enhanced its New-Scale platform with AI agent threat detection, addressing rising insider risks as autonomous AI agents increasingly handle sensitive data.
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Why the hesitation? Addressing hidden PII security risks

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Boards must urgently tackle hidden PII risks in unstructured data exposed by AI, or face costly incidents and government action by 2027, warns expert.
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Email remains top vulnerability for sensitive data, report finds

Wed, 10th Sep 2025
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Email remains the greatest risk for sensitive data breaches, with 90% of business communications exposed, warns Kiteworks' 2025 security report.
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Game review: Metal Eden (Xbox Series X)

Mon, 8th Sep 2025
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Metal Eden offers fast-paced, sci-fi FPS action on Xbox Series X, combining thrilling platforming and combat in a short but intense experience.
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Stealerium malware surge prompts concern over new attack tactics

Sat, 6th Sep 2025
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Cybercriminals are increasingly exploiting open-source Stealerium malware to steal sensitive data, prompting warnings from Proofpoint researchers of new attack methods.