| 06-05-2025 |
Freshworks |
Freshworks Boosts Revenue 19% with AI-Driven Freddy Copilot, Wins Customers from Legacy Providers |
Feature |
Freshworks reported a 19% revenue increase to $196 million in Q1, driven by its AI-powered Freddy Copilot, adopted by nearly half of large deals. The company gained customers like Sophos and a major US title company from legacy providers like ServiceNow, citing ease of use and cost savings. Employee Experience solutions grew 33%, with 59,000 Customer Experience customers. Learn more about Freshworks’ growth at freshworks.com. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Gemini AI |
Google DeepMind Unveils Gemini 2.5 Pro I/O Edition with Advanced Coding Capabilities |
Company News |
Google DeepMind's Gemini 2.5 Pro I/O Edition enhances AI-driven coding, enabling developers to create sophisticated web apps, games, and simulations from a single prompt. This update excels in front-end development, code transformation, and complex agent workflows, topping the WebDev Arena Leaderboard for building visually appealing and functional web applications. Available now in the Gemini App, Google AI Studio, and Google Cloud’s Vertex AI, it also transforms visual inputs like nature images into unique code patterns. Developers can explore its capabilities to streamline projects and boost productivity. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Check Point Software |
Check Point Uncovers Phishing Scam Targeting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice |
Cybersecurity |
Check Point researchers have exposed a sophisticated phishing campaign exploiting Microsoft Dynamics 365 Customer Voice, affecting over 350 organizations and targeting more than one million mailboxes with over 3,370 fraudulent emails. Cybercriminals use compromised accounts to send deceptive emails with fake links mimicking legitimate Microsoft services, aiming to steal user credentials. The campaign, primarily targeting American organizations, employs tactics like Captcha tests to appear authentic, leading victims to phishing sites disguised as Microsoft login pages. Businesses are urged to enhance email security and educate employees to verify suspicious emails to prevent data breaches. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
FortiGuard AI |
FortiGuard Labs 2025 Report Highlights Surge in AI-Driven Cybercrime |
Reports |
FortiGuard Labs' 2025 Global Threat Landscape Report reveals a dramatic rise in automated cyberattacks, with cybercriminals leveraging AI and Cybercrime-as-a-Service to execute over 36,000 scans per second in 2024, a 16.7% increase. The report notes a 42% surge in stolen credentials on darknet forums, fueling ransomware and espionage, while cloud misconfigurations remain a key attack vector. Automation and AI tools like FraudGPT enable sophisticated phishing and malware, shrinking the response window for defenders. Organizations are urged to adopt proactive, AI-driven defenses and download the full report for actionable strategies to counter these evolving threats. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Symantec Enterprise Cloud |
Symantec IPS Blocks 54.1M Attacks in Week 18, 2025, Safeguarding Endpoints |
Cybersecurity |
Broadcom’s Symantec Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) blocked 54.1 million attacks across 340,900 endpoints in Week 18, 2025, with 86.8% stopped before infection, protecting desktops and servers, including Fortune 500 clients. Key threats neutralized include 23.4 million web server vulnerability scans, 5.7 million Windows OS exploit attempts, and 6.4 million malware command-and-control connections. The IPS also thwarted 2 million application vulnerability exploits and 672,100 coin mining attempts, showcasing its robust deep packet inspection capabilities. Businesses are encouraged to enable IPS on all devices and review Broadcom’s setup guide for optimal endpoint security. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Symantec Enterprise Cloud |
Symantec Endpoint Browser Extensions Block 6.7M Web Attacks |
Cybersecurity |
Symantec’s Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Endpoint Security (SES) browser extensions for Chrome and Edge thwarted 6.7 million web-based attacks across 153,600 endpoints, leveraging URL reputation and browser intrusion prevention technologies. The extensions blocked 6.3 million malicious website visits, 268,200 attempts to redirect users to attacker-controlled sites, and 94,200 browser notification scams. Powered by Symantec’s global threat intelligence and deep packet inspection, these tools effectively counter phishing, malware, and script-based threats. Businesses are encouraged to enable browser protection and explore Symantec Browser Protection for enhanced web security. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Manus AI |
ManusAI Hackathon in NYC Sparks Creative Chrome Extension and Health Research Tools |
Contest |
In a dynamic four-hour hackathon hosted by ManusAI in NYC, 55 participants utilized 70,000 credits to create innovative tools, including a Chrome extension that summarizes news and offers diverse perspectives to break echo chambers. Another standout project was a prototype website simplifying medical trial updates for health-conscious donors, making research accessible without technical expertise. Guided by NYC Fellows Paul Vann and Sophy Li, the event showcased ManusAI’s power to turn ideas into functional builds in one afternoon. Curious innovators are encouraged to join future ManusAI events to explore and create impactful solutions. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Leonardo AI |
Leonardo.Ai’s Motion 2.0 Update Delivers 720p Video for Stunning AI Animations |
Feature |
Leonardo.Ai’s Motion 2.0 update introduces 720p video generation, enabling creators to produce sharper, smoother animations ideal for storyboards, social media, and promotional content. Enhanced Motion Control ensures precise, dynamic results, while 480p outputs are now faster with reduced token costs. Built on advanced AI, Motion 2.0 transforms images or text prompts into high-quality 5-second clips, with upscaling features in development. Creators can explore the updated tool on Leonardo.Ai’s platform to elevate their video projects with professional-grade visuals. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
ServiceNow |
ServiceNow and NVIDIA Unveil Apriel Nemotron 15B at Knowledge 2025 for Enterprise AI |
Collaboration |
At Knowledge 2025, ServiceNow and NVIDIA launched Apriel Nemotron 15B, an open-source, 15-billion-parameter AI model designed for real-time enterprise workflows, offering lower latency and cost-efficient reasoning for IT, HR, and customer service tasks. Built with NVIDIA NeMo and trained on NVIDIA DGX Cloud using ServiceNow’s domain-specific data, the model powers intelligent AI agents that enhance productivity, as demonstrated by AstraZeneca’s 90,000-hour time savings. The partnership also introduced a data flywheel architecture, integrating ServiceNow’s Workflow Data Fabric with NVIDIA NeMo microservices for continuous learning and personalized responses. Businesses can explore Apriel Nemotron 15B, available in Q2 2025, to transform workflows and drive scalable AI solutions. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Grok AI |
Grok Studio’s Beta PDF Tool Simplifies Resume and Contract Creation |
Model Improvements |
Grok’s beta PDF generation in Grok Studio, available at grok.com, lets users create resumes, contracts, and menus using simple prompts. The Prompted Document Format streamlines formatting, with real-time editing and Google Drive integration. Users can try this desktop feature to boost productivity. |
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