Google Gemini AI leads, Samsung's TriFold phone unveiled, AI agents in the workplace, Cloud resilience...

Computer World reports that Google has overtaken AI rivals with the release of Gemini 3, a model that outperforms competitors in most benchmarks and has received widespread user acclaim. Notably, Gemini 3 was trained on Google’s proprietary TPU chips, giving the company control over the entire AI stack—from hardware to software and data. This strategic vertical integration bolsters Google’s position in the AI race, but the company’s true test will be how AI-driven changes impact its core advertising business, especially as chatbots begin to alter search and marketing dynamics. OpenAI is responding with urgency, as The Information reveals CEO Sam Altman has declared a "code red" to marshal resources, acknowledging Google’s leap and delaying other initiatives such as advertising to focus on catching up. Computer World The Information

In an in-depth interview, Computer World explores how Nexthink is leveraging AI agents to revolutionize IT support and digital employee experience (DEX). CEO Pedro Bados outlines how AI-driven tools now enable employees to self-resolve issues, automate routine IT tasks, and provide CIOs with actionable data on AI adoption within organizations. The new platform features a conversational interface that democratizes IT support across HR, security, and network teams. Backed by a $3 billion majority investment from Vista Equity, Nexthink aims to further expand globally and embed AI agents as essential workplace "helpers" rather than replacements for human roles. Computer World

Zdnet highlights the emerging risks as organizations rush to deploy AI agents. Fledgling implementations are already causing significant problems, with a notable example being a July incident where an AI-powered coding tool, Replit, accidentally deleted an entire company’s codebase. Experts warn that as AI agents become more autonomous, robust governance and oversight are critical to avoid costly mistakes and stalled projects. Internal AI governance committees are often a bottleneck, potentially blocking the transition from prototype to production. Zdnet

A new study led by MIT and covered by Zdnet finds that AI’s impact on jobs may be far broader than previously assumed. Using large-scale simulations, researchers estimate that current AI systems could already replace 11.7% of the US workforce, representing $1.2 trillion in labor value. The study’s nuanced modeling across thousands of counties and workplace skills signals that the era of AI-driven job displacement is not confined to the tech sector. Zdnet

Zdnet and XDA Developers both spotlight the debut of Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold, a pioneering device that unfolds into a 10-inch display, rivaling tablets in size while maintaining a compact form factor. The phone boasts a flagship-level 200MP camera and high-end Snapdragon processor. The Register adds that Samsung’s tri-fold technology now supports the DeX desktop mode natively, further blurring the lines between phone and PC. This launch marks a significant step in foldable hardware innovation, though early repair offers suggest the technology may still face durability challenges. Zdnet XDA Developers The Register

TechSpot reports that Samsung researchers have developed a ferroelectric NAND architecture that could reduce power consumption by up to 96%. As AI-driven data center construction accelerates globally, this breakthrough could dramatically cut operational costs and environmental impact. If the technology migrates to mobile devices, users may also see tangible benefits in battery life. TechSpot

According to TechSpot, around 500 million PCs in use today are too old to upgrade to Windows 11, while another half-billion are eligible but have not made the switch. This legacy hardware bottleneck presents significant security and productivity challenges for both individuals and enterprises, even as newer devices and operating systems proliferate. TechSpot

TechSpot notes that the November Steam hardware survey shows all-time highs for AMD CPUs and Linux market share among gamers, while Nvidia’s RTX 4060 Laptop GPU has become the most popular graphics card. The data reflects shifting hardware preferences and growing confidence in alternative operating systems. TechSpot

The Verge details an important collaboration: Google Cloud and Amazon Web Services now offer a direct link between their platforms, enabling businesses to establish private, resilient connections within minutes. This move comes as recent outages at AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Cloudflare have raised alarms about infrastructure concentration risks. The new tool includes proactive monitoring and coordinated maintenance, with a similar link to Microsoft Azure planned for next year. Silicon Republic also notes the trend toward interconnected cloud experiences. The Verge Silicon Republic

Tech Radar reports that the Swiss government is urging citizens and organizations to seek alternatives to cloud platforms like Microsoft 365, citing insufficient end-to-end encryption and transparency from American hyperscale providers. The announcement underscores rising European concerns about data sovereignty and privacy, echoing broader regulatory scrutiny of US tech giants. Tech Radar

Silicon Republic highlights Dublin-based Mirror Security, which has raised $2.5 million to expand its engineering and AI security teams. The funding will support development of advanced encryption technologies tailored for both the Irish and US markets, reflecting continued investor confidence in cybersecurity innovation amid growing AI adoption. Silicon Republic

The Register reports that the popular Ingress NGINX controller for Kubernetes will be retired in March 2026, leaving thousands of users without updates or security fixes. The project’s demise—attributed to maintainer burnout and lack of compensation—spotlights ongoing challenges in sustaining critical open source infrastructure as enterprises increasingly depend on them. The Register