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Sunday, November 1, 2026
Evening edition Tech briefing
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Snowflake helps businesses choose the right AI model
Snowflake has launched new capabilities to help customers automatically select the best AI model based on quality, speed, and preferences. The company aims to help organizations get more value from their AI investments as budgets become tighter.
Why it matters: Choosing the right AI model can help businesses make better use of their AI investments and manage costs more effectively.
Sources: TechRadar · TechCrunch
Plymouth police chief unplugs Flock cameras after contract cancellation
Plymouth City Council voted to end its contract with Flock in September, but the company did not respond to requests to remove its cameras. The police chief physically disconnected the cameras to make them non-functional.
Why it matters: This highlights the challenges some cities face when trying to cancel contracts with surveillance companies.
Sources: Tom's Hardware · The Verge
AI-driven malware uses Claude to assess stolen data value
A self-deleting Windows infostealer called VOLTA-AUTODOXER steals data from a victim's PC and uses an AI model, such as Claude, to rank the stolen assets by value. The malware can switch models if one refuses or skip the AI step entirely.
Why it matters: This malware demonstrates how AI can be exploited to prioritize stolen data, making cyberattacks more targeted and efficient.
Sources: Tom's Hardware
Intel and AMD hint at future collaboration on unspecified project
Intel and AMD are discussing potential future cooperation, though the project's purpose remains undisclosed. Both companies already collaborate on existing processor standards and software optimizations.
Why it matters: This potential collaboration could influence future developments in semiconductor technology and software integration.
Sources: TechRadar
NASA seeks commercial help to extend Hubble's orbit
NASA is looking for proposals from the commercial space industry to help boost Hubble's orbit. Gravity is gradually pulling the telescope closer to Earth, and without intervention, Hubble's orbit will eventually decay.
Why it matters: Extending Hubble's orbit could allow it to continue making important scientific observations for years to come.
Sources: The Verge
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