NEW LAUNCHES

The latest features, products & partnerships in AI

• Google is internally testing a new ‘AI Mode’ for Search

• ChatGPT in WhatsApp now has the power of voice, image recognition and account linking

• Sanctum’s local AI app may be just what you need to keep your data private

• Firefox just made your favorite AI chatbots available in its browser sidebar

• MIT launches Generative AI Impact Consortium with OpenAI, Coca-Cola

• AI tool CodeSignal simulates difficult conversations to train better leaders

• Ivo raises $16M Series A to automate contract review for lawyers

• Google’s AI Overviews now compares phones — why some think that’s a bad idea

• French AI startup Mistral says ‘oui’ to app challenge targeting tech giants

• Lyft opens the door to AI chatbot Claude to enhance customer service

• NetSuite enhances enterprise workflows with new AI features

IMPLEMENTATION

Announcements, strategies & case studies

• Volvo pulls up alongside AI firm to advance self-driving trucks

• AI decodes ancient Vesuvius scrolls charred by volcano

• How a small Philadelphia consulting firm went from open-source data tool to unicorn

• AI tools for education take center stage at FETC25’s TECHShare Live

AI AGENTS

Launches, research & more from the AI Agent Report Newsletter

• Lessons from Georgias, the company that deployed AI agents to 16,000 SMBs

• Smart glasses, AI agents and what’s next for the wearables market

• How AI agents empower early-stage entrepreneurs to punch far above their weight

• ARK Invest Big Ideas 2025: AI agents will significantly boost employee productivity

IN OTHER NEWS

Compelling stories beyond the usual categories

• Personalized gifts market set to reach $10.76B by 2029

• Super Bowl boosts security with AI and facial recognition, restricts drones

• OpenAI files trademark application for humanoid robots

• Google admits AI mistake in Super Bowl cheese ad

• Authors accuse Meta of ransacking 81.7TB of pirated books for AI training

What’s happening in AI right now

The AI legal revolution finds its footing

When Thomson Reuters announced its partnership with Anthropic to power legal AI tools, it wasn't just another tech vendor deal. The collaboration reveals how enterprise AI adoption is evolving - with established players bringing deep domain expertise while AI companies provide the technological backbone.

The new enterprise playbook

Thomson Reuters' implementation of Claude AI showcases a thoughtful approach to enterprise AI adoption. Rather than building from scratch, they're combining Anthropic's Claude models with their vast knowledge base accumulated over 150 years. This mirrors how Adobe is extending Acrobat with AI contract analysis capabilities, leveraging their existing platform rather than creating entirely new products.

Market signals

The legal tech market's projected growth from $26.7 billion to $46 billion by 2030 has attracted both established players and startups. Ivo's recent $16M Series A raise demonstrates strong investor confidence in specialized solutions. Meanwhile, Thomson Reuters' partnership with Anthropic suggests large enterprises are finding ways to move quickly while maintaining security and reliability.

Real world impact

The impact extends beyond corporate boardrooms. In Britain, AI tools are being deployed to address overwhelming caseloads and improve access to justice. Organizations like Westway Trust are already using AI to serve more clients effectively, though the technology's current 3% error rate necessitates continued human oversight.

Skills evolution

Young lawyers are rapidly adapting to this new reality. Law schools are updating curricula while firms develop comprehensive approaches to integrate AI while maintaining professional standards. The focus isn't on replacing lawyers but augmenting their capabilities - enabling them to handle more complex work while AI handles routine tasks.

Looking forward

The next phase of legal AI adoption will likely focus on reliability and trust. Thomson Reuters' emphasis on security measures and multiple specialized AI models points to a future where AI tools are more targeted and trustworthy. The key question isn't whether AI will transform legal services, but how quickly firms can adapt their workflows and training to take advantage of these new capabilities.

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