🚀 Browsing at AI Speed

👋 Welcome! Your browser just got its own brain. Today’s issue dives into the rise of AI-powered browsing—and how it’s reshaping what we search, click, and trust online. Stay sharp, and read on.

AI Browsers Pose Rising Enterprise Risk – Security researchers warn that new AI browsers like Fellou and Comet could expose companies to major cyber threats. By interpreting hidden text or images as commands, these tools can trigger unauthorized actions and leak sensitive data. Experts say the current move on AI browsers dangerously blur human and machine boundaries.

Waymo Expands Robotaxi Footprint Nationwide – Alphabet’s Waymo is accelerating its commercial rollout, adding Detroit, Las Vegas, and San Diego to its self-driving taxi network. The company plans to offer one million rides per week by 2026, marking its biggest scale-up yet. With Jaguar and Zeekr vehicles leading the fleet, Waymo is solidifying its lead in the growing autonomous mobility market.

Virtual Wards Redefine the Future of Healthcare – A growing “virtual ward” movement is shifting patient care from hospitals to homes, using telehealth, wearables, and AI monitoring to manage conditions remotely. The model promises fewer hospital readmissions and lower costs while boosting patient independence. Yet experts warn digital care must balance innovation with empathy, data security, and trust to truly transform healthcare delivery.

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Gen Z Skips Meetings, Lets AI Listen – New research shows 29% of workers—and 43% of Gen Z—skip meetings and rely on AI note-takers instead. Those using AI tools report faster promotions and higher pay, saving over an hour weekly. Yet experts warn overreliance risks misinterpreting tone, losing nuance, and weakening collaboration in hybrid work environments.

AI Puts Call Center Jobs on the Line – As AI chatbots evolve into autonomous “agents,” experts warn human call center roles may shrink fast. Gartner predicts AI will handle 80% of customer service issues by 2029, while Salesforce and others push cost-saving automation. Yet leaders note empathy and trust remain irreplaceable in emotionally charged conversations.

Adobe Pushes for Global AI Upskilling – Adobe warns that one in five workers lack creative and digital skills for an AI-driven future. The company plans to upskill 30 million people by 2030. With 45% of hiring managers seeking AI expertise, Adobe says employees and employers must share responsibility to stay competitive in evolving job markets.

Microsoft Bets $15.2B on UAE AI Push – Microsoft will pour $15.2B into the UAE over four years, gaining U.S. approval to export advanced Nvidia GPUs. The deal cements the Gulf state as a U.S. AI diplomacy testbed and regional innovation hub. MS will also train one million residents by 2027, investing both in infrastructure and workforce.

Pine Labs Cuts Valuation, Eyes Global Growth – Indian fintech Pine Labs is going public at a $2.9 billion valuation as it expands its digital payments platform globally. Backed by PayPal and Mastercard, the firm now serves nearly one million merchants across 20 countries and plans to use its IPO to fuel further international fintech growth.

Meta’s Massive AI Spending Spooks Investors – Meta’s $600B AI infrastructure push is rattling Wall Street after earnings showed soaring costs but unclear returns. Operating expenses jumped $7B and capital spending hit $20B, sending shares down 12%. Despite billion claims for Meta AI, analysts see few revenue-ready products.

We’re entering a bold new chapter in how we use the web. No longer just tabs and links, today’s browsers are becoming smart assistants—capable of summarizing pages, executing tasks, and remembering your preferences. Last month, ChatGPT Atlas launched from OpenAI, bringing a sidebar version of its famous chatbot right into the browser. Users can now ask it to compare products, analyze data, or personalize content—all without switching apps. Meanwhile, Chrome rolled out its own AI‑driven mode powered by Gemini, turning the search bar into a conversational assistant.

This shift is more than convenience—it’s a transformation of agency. These AI browsers propose doing things for you: drafting emails, booking trips, filling forms, reorganizing tabs. For example, Comet from Perplexity AI became free recently and offers “background assistant” features to help automate workflows. But with power comes concern. Experts warn that “agentic” browsing poses serious privacy risks: giving a browser permission to act on your behalf means handing over massive access to your data, credentials, and behavior patterns.

What this means for you: If you’re spending hours online researching, shopping, or creating, an AI browser could amplify your efficiency—reducing repetitive tasks and tailoring results to your patterns. On the flip side, you’ll want to lock down how much control you give it. Ask: Who sees my history? Does the AI act without my approval? Can I turn features off or limit its reach? The choices you make now could set your browsing experience for years.

The browser hasn’t just changed—it’s evolving into a smart partner. And as it does, the part you play becomes even more important. Use this moment to decide how much automation you let in, how much control you retain, and how you want the web to serve you—not the other way around.

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