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AppZen Introduces AI Agent Studio to Automate Outsourcing Workflows

AppZen, a leader in autonomous finance, has announced the general availability of AI Agent Studio, a platform for creating and managing autonomous AI agents—marketed as “digital coworkers”—to automate routine business workflows across finance, procurement and operations. The system lets enterprises design task-specific agents that can interpret documents, trigger approvals, reconcile data and interact with enterprise systems without constant human oversight. AppZen's goal is to reduce reliance on manual outsourcing and enable teams to focus on higher-value work.

The release aligns with a broader trend toward agentic automation in enterprise operations. AppZen’s approach emphasizes end-to-end workflow creation with built-in governance and audit trails. For CFOs and operations leaders, agentic platforms promise a measurable reduction in cycle times and error rates, although questions about change management and security policy remain central to adoption decisions.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/15/20250 comments


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LG Signature Unveils AI-Enhanced Premium Home Appliances at CES 2026

LG, an electronics company, is showcasing an updated premium home appliance lineup at CES 2026 that incorporates artificial intelligence to improve performance, convenience and energy efficiency. The range includes washers, refrigerators, cooktops and HVAC systems that use AI-driven sensing and adaptive control to tailor operations to user patterns and environmental conditions. LG aims to have the new features designed to bring a higher level of personalized performance to luxury kitchens and home environments without requiring manual adjustments.

The trend toward AI-integrated appliances reflects broader shifts in consumer tech, where smart sensing and device autonomy are increasingly expected in premium segments. The LG Signature refrigerator features a built-in AI Fresh feature, while the LG Signature oven range offers functions like Gourmet AI with an AI browning feature, among others in the Signature range. For home technology architects and smart-home integrators, LG's CES portfolio underscores how built-in intelligence is becoming a baseline expectation for premium appliance ecosystems.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/15/20250 comments


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CommanderAI Launches AI-Powered CRM Tailored to Waste Management

CommanderAI, a leading sales engine for waste management, has introduced an AI-powered CRM built specifically for the waste management and recycling industry, combining customer service automation, work order routing and billing within a single platform. The system uses generative AI to interpret customer inquiries, suggest next actions and automate routine tasks such as service order creation and renewal scheduling. Built-in analytics are designed to help operators track service performance and identify missed revenue opportunities without extensive manual reporting.

The launch comes amid growing pressure on waste and recycling firms to modernize back-office systems while managing increasing regulatory and service complexity. The CRM offers contact and account intelligence, an AI-core focus with an AI-driven pipeline, photo capturing, communications hub, collaboration and report forecasting. CommanderAI’s purpose-built approach emphasizes pre-trained workflows and data models tuned for common hauler scenarios. For service operators seeking to reduce manual workload and improve customer satisfaction, embedded AI CRM capabilities may shorten implementation time and lower the total cost of ownership.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/15/20250 comments


Blueshift Launches Next Era of Customer AI Agents to Enhance Operational Optimization

Blueshift, an automation and personalization company, has introduced what it calls the next era of Customer AI, a set of generative and machine-learning features designed to support real-time personalization across email, mobile, web and other customer touchpoints. The launch, titled Compass & Launchpad, is a new generation of AI Agents that are engineered to unlock operational growth and optimization. The platform’s enhancements include dynamic segmentation, predicted affinity scoring and automated content generation, enabling marketers to tailor messaging based on individual behavior and lifecycle stage. Blueshift aims to accelerate campaign execution while reducing reliance on manual rules and custom engineering for segmentation and orchestration.

The launch reflects a broader push in digital marketing toward AI-augmented engagement tools. Compass serves as the growth engine that screens data, which Launchpad turns into full-fledged campaigns. These launches form part of Blueshift's Customer AI Suite that will be generally available in 2026. Blueshift’s focus on real-time scoring and cross-channel orchestration aligns with trends where agility and relevance are key differentiators for brands competing in saturated digital markets.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/15/20250 comments


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Doosan Bobcat to Showcase AI-Driven Construction and Energy Technologies at CES 2026

Doosan Bobcat, part of the Doosan Group, which specializes in energy, innovation, and machines, will unveil a suite of artificial-intelligence-enabled technologies at CES 2026 to bring smarter operations to construction job sites and industrial environments. The focus is on embedding AI out of the cloud and into machines to simplify equipment operation for novice and experienced operators alike, streamline diagnostics and maintenance and enhance on-site awareness through advanced sensing technologies. Demonstrations will include next-generation operator displays, real-time guidance systems, and rugged energy solutions designed for compact equipment. Full details and hands-on previews are scheduled for early January in Las Vegas.

The launch arrives as sectors such as construction and industrial operations face demographic and productivity pressures. Competitors in smart heavy equipment and autonomous worksite tech are also leveraging AI to improve safety and efficiency, making Doosan’s CES showcase a timely indicator of broader trends toward edge AI and integrated power systems in industrial settings. Key highlights of the exhibit include Doosan Enerbility, HyAxiom, Doosan Bobcat and Doosan Robotics. All live demonstrations are AI-focused with real-time obstacle avoidance, further positioning Doosan as a leading innovator in the AI era.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/15/20250 comments


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Artifi Launches AI-Automated Product Setup to Make Supplier Data E-commerce-Ready

Artifi, a leading SaaS software for product customization, has released an AI-automated product setup capability designed to convert supplier-provided data into ecommerce-ready product listings with minimal manual intervention. The system normalizes disparate data formats, enriches product attributes and prepares items for customization workflows, helping retailers onboard large catalogs more efficiently. Artifi claims the tool is intended to support businesses that struggle to transform inconsistent supplier feeds into the structured, high-quality data required for online selling and product personalization. Products are configured through the AI Automated Product Setup which allows immediate customization and virtual proofing.

Key features include PromoStandards API integration, trained AI to monitor your vision and subscription management. The launch reflects broader pressure on ecommerce teams to manage rapidly expanding assortments while minimizing operational overhead. Artifi’s focus on AI-driven customization readiness differentiates its approach. For retailers facing long lead times, high manual cleanup costs, or inconsistent supplier data, automated product setup presents a more scalable path to keeping catalogs updated across multiple channels.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/08/20250 comments


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Cue Chef Innovation Introduces Cube-O1, a Thermal AI Cooking Assistant for Automated Precision Cooking

Cue Chef Innovation, specializes in creating intelligent kitchen assistants, has launched Cube-O1, which it describes as the first thermal AI cooking assistant designed to automate temperature control and cooking adjustments. The palm-sized device uses thermal imaging to assess doneness, moisture levels and heat distribution, allowing its AI system to modify burner settings or recommend interventions during cooking. The company says the assistant is intended for home cooks and commercial kitchens that want to improve consistency without relying on manual checks or advanced culinary training.

Smart-kitchen technology continues to expand as consumers and food-service operators adopt connected devices that reduce labor and improve repeatability. Cube-O1’s imaging-based approach signals a push toward more adaptive cooking systems that respond dynamically to food conditions rather than fixed instructions. Key features include recording, editing, a re-player and a club feature that allows connecting and sharing. The device quietly analyzes the cooking process in real-time and provides intuitive beeps with light cues when needed.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/08/20250 comments


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DeepX Unveils Ultra-Efficient AI Video Analytics Solution Built on AmpereOne

DeepX, a leader in ultra-low-power on-device AI semiconductors, has introduced a new AI video analytics solution built on the AmpereOne platform, aiming to deliver high-throughput video inference with significantly reduced energy consumption. The solution is designed for continuous, real-time analytics across surveillance, retail, industrial and smart-city environments, where operators increasingly need to process large volumes of video without expanding power or cooling footprints. DeepX's architecture leverages AmpereOne’s high-core-count, energy-efficient design to run multiple AI models in parallel, enabling dense camera workloads with lower operating costs. The plan is to accelerate video surveillance, large-scale smart city programs, infrastructure monitoring for logistics and manufacturing and real-time security controls. 

Demand for efficient video analytics has grown quickly as enterprises shift from simple motion detection to more advanced object tracking, anomaly detection and behavioral insights. DeepX’s focus on power efficiency aligns with markets where energy constraints limit AI adoption. For organizations scaling camera networks or modernizing legacy NVR infrastructure, the solution provides a path to higher analytic density without equivalent increases in infrastructure cost.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/08/20250 comments


Logicbroker Partners With PayPal to Bring Agentic Commerce Capabilities to Merchants at Scale

Logicbroker, an agentic commerce orchestration engine for enterprises, has announced a partnership with PayPal to expand access to agentic commerce capabilities—AI-driven workflows that can automate ordering, fulfillment and payment interactions across digital storefronts. By integrating with PayPal’s payments network and merchant tools, Logicbroker aims to give retailers a way to orchestrate end-to-end transactions using autonomous agents that can initiate purchases, resolve exceptions and optimize supply routing with minimal manual oversight. The companies' aim in collaborating is designed to help merchants reduce operational friction and support higher volumes during peak periods without increasing staffing.


Retailers are exploring agentic commerce as they look to streamline complex omnichannel operations and improve customer responsiveness. Logicbroker’s focus on supply chain and order-orchestration use cases offers a different entry point. The collaboration ensures instant access to PayPal's agentic commerce services, multiple AI channels via a single channel and enterprise infrastructure available to all merchants. For merchants facing rising fulfilment costs and shifting consumer expectations, embedded agent-based automation may create more predictable, scalable purchasing workflows.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/08/20250 comments


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Incedo Expands AI and Data Platform Stack to Support Next-Gen Industry Solutions on AWS

Incedo, a global AI and data transformation company, has introduced an expanded AI and data platform stack built for AWS, adding three components—Lighthouse, DataXel and Brainspark—to help organizations standardize and accelerate AI solution development. Lighthouse provides assessment and architectural blueprints for AI and data modernization; DataXel offers a governed data fabric with connectors for structured and unstructured sources; and Brainspark provides an enterprise-grade agentic AI enablement platform. Incedo's AI and Data platform stack delivers optimal outcomes across finance, telecom, science and tech industries.

The update arrives as enterprises push to operationalize AI while contending with fragmented data environments. Incedo’s combination of data fabric components and domain-specific AI modules targets companies seeking faster time-to-value. For IT and data leaders, the stack offers a structured way to scale AI workloads without rearchitecting existing cloud footprints. The offering provides faster decision cycles, cost savings and reduced operational friction.

Posted by Pure AI Editors on 12/01/20250 comments


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