Are we all struggling to make AI writing sound more human, less AI?
Contributed by Pia Mitchell, Marketing Producer
Welcome back to the latest edition of Quantious’ Tech Roundup, where you gain exclusive insights into the tech news you need to know to stay at the top of your game.
Today we’re covering Google’s expansion into robotics, the FCC’s ban on roombas, how AI is being pulled into fashion retailers, Spotify’s Running Mode, and NASA’s new 3D model of Earth.
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Trying to make AI writing sound human?
Many people trying to make AI writing sound more human focus on banning overused words and phrases. This post explores why that approach only goes so far, and why teaching AI better writing habits—like stronger editorial judgment, more natural sentence flow, and less repetitive structure—has a much bigger impact on the quality of its output.
Top Tech Highlights
GOOGL expands Gemini Into robotics
Google has introduced Gemini Robotics ER 2, a new AI reasoning model that helps robots plan complex tasks, adapt to changing environments, and even pull in real-time information from Google Search and external tools. It's another step toward more capable physical AI, giving robots the ability to reason through multi-step problems instead of simply following pre-programmed instructions.
Did robot vacuums get sucked into new robot ban?
The FCC is banning newly manufactured foreign-made connected robotic devices—including many robot vacuums like Roombas—over cybersecurity and supply-chain concerns. The ruling won't affect devices already in people's homes, but it could reshape the future of the connected home market.
AI shopping is coming to your favorite brand’s website
Daydream is bringing AI-powered natural language search directly to fashion retailers, letting shoppers describe what they want in plain English instead of relying on keywords and filters. As brands like Alice + Olivia adopt the technology, shopping online could become more conversational, personalized, and intuitive.
Spotify adds a running mode to its app
Spotify is rolling out an AI-powered Running Mode that builds playlists around different phases of your workout, matching songs to your pace, workout type, and music preferences. It's another example of AI moving beyond chatbots and into personalized product experiences that adapt in real time.
NASA’s new 3D model shows the Earth is a lumpy mess
NASA has released a striking new visualization of Earth's gravitational field, revealing a lumpy geoid shaped by subtle differences in the planet's mass distribution. Built from more than a billion satellite observations collected over 15 years, the model offers one of the most detailed looks yet at the invisible forces shaping our planet.
How are marketing teams resourcing work this year?
Marketing leaders are balancing internal teams, specialized expertise, and increasing pressure to deliver more with the same resources. We're collecting a snapshot of how teams are approaching it—and we'll share the results next month.
While you're here, we also put together a practical guide on what to look for when outside support is the right move. You can read the full post here.
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