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Microsoft Announces 'Computer Use' Automation in Copilot Studio

Microsoft has introduced a new AI-powered feature called "computer use" for its Copilot Studio platform that allows agents to directly interact with Web sites and desktop applications using simulated mouse clicks, menu selections and text inputs.

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Anthropic Develops AI 'Microscope' to Reveal the Hidden Mechanics of LLM Thought

Anthropic has unveiled new research tools designed to provide a rare glimpse into the hidden reasoning processes of advanced language models — like a "microscope" for AI.

Complete College America Launches Center to Boost Data-Driven Student Success Strategies

National nonprofit Complete College America (CCA) recently launched the Center for Leadership, Institutional Metrics, and Best Practices (CLIMB), with the goal of helping higher education institutions use data-driven strategies to improve student outcomes.

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Google Report: Infrastructure Is the Missing Piece in Gen AI Strategy

While Gen AI has become central to digital transformation strategies, a new Google Cloud report reveals most organizations aren't yet equipped to support it at scale.

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University of Illinois System Sets Sights on Community College Transfers with One Million Degrees Partnership

In a multiyear pilot program, the University of Illinois System is working with nonprofit One Million Degrees to bridge the community college transfer gap and improve student outcomes.

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University of Michigan Launches Agentic AI Virtual Teaching Assistant

At the University of Michigan's Stephen M. Ross School of Business, a new Virtual Teaching Assistant pilot program is utilizing agentic AI to provide students with 24/7 access to support and self-directed learning.

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70% of Community College Students Are Working to Improve AI Career Readiness, Despite Mixed Feelings About AI

A recent report from IT training and certification provider CompTIA reveals the value of digital skills for community college students working toward career success.

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Stanford 2025 AI Index Reveals Surge in Adoption, Investment, and Global Impact as Trust and Regulation Lag Behind

Stanford University's Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI) has released its AI Index Report 2025, measuring AI's diverse impacts over the past year.

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4 Ways Universities Are Using Google AI Tools for Learning and Administration

In a recent blog post, Google shared an array of education customer stories, showcasing ways institutions are using AI tools like Gemini and NotebookLM to transform both learning and administrative tasks.

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Report: Enterprises Embracing Agentic AI

According to research by SnapLogic, 50% of enterprises are already deploying AI agents, and another 32% plan to do so within the next 12 months..