AI Drone Beats Human Champions at A2RL Race in Abu Dhabi, Reaching Nearly 100 km/h
In a landmark competition, an autonomous drone developed by Delft University of Technology defeated former world champions at the A2RL Drone Championship in Abu Dhabi. Relying solely on a forward-facing camera and AI algorithms, the drone demonstrated cutting-edge performance in high-speed navigation, marking a significant milestone in autonomous flight technology.
Microsoft Copilot Adds AI Memory, Web Actions & Vision — Catching Up with Rivals
Marking its 50th anniversary, Microsoft has released a sweeping update to its AI assistant, Copilot. New features include memory retention, web task execution, visual analysis across devices, and podcast-style audio explanations. The update enhances personalization and productivity, positioning Copilot as a more competitive and versatile AI tool.
McDonald’s Uses AI to Upgrade 43,000 Restaurants
McDonald’s is implementing artificial intelligence in its 43,000 restaurants worldwide, partnering with Google Cloud to enhance operations. The initiative features edge computing, AI-driven tools, and voice recognition to improve service speed and accuracy, with a goal to grow its loyal customer base to 250 million by 2027.