DeepSeek formally launched its V4 Pro model in August 2026, aiming to significantly enhance agent capabilities and solidify its position in the Chinese AI sector. The V4 Pro-0813 model is now accessible via API, APP and Web, and its release follows improvements made since the April preview, when the more affordable V4 Flash outperformed Pro in several tests. The launch is part of DeepSeek's larger strategy to innovate and expand as it faces growing competition.

SATA SSDs excel when used as external drives via USB 3.0 connections, typically reaching speeds near 500 MB/s. With USB 3.0 ports still prevalent on most computers, repurposing SATA SSDs as portable storage is both practical and cost-effective. Users experience virtually no real-world performance loss compared to internal installation, making these drives ideal for expanding storage or reusing older hardware through widely available USB interfaces.

Qualcomm claims the Snapdragon C offers up to 67% faster performance and more than double the power efficiency compared to the Intel N250, a common chip in similarly priced devices. Real-world tasks see significant gains: streaming uses 106% less power, Teams audio calls consume 99% less energy, and idle apps draw 39% less battery. With dedicated GPU and NPU support, the Snapdragon C aims to redefine the performance standard for affordable laptops.

AI has become deeply integrated into Black Hat's NOC security operations, serving as both a core component of threat detection and a driver for custom tool development. The team leverages AI not just for traditional alerting, but to create and enhance bespoke diagnostic tools like FragglePacket, which now boasts advanced features thanks to AI-assisted development. AI agents like Trevor that interface with Palo Alto's security platform, and multi-agent LLM platforms like NOCgentic and SOCgentic streamline incident response and threat hunting with rapid, human-like support. The NOC maintains a human-centric philosophy, treating AI as a force multiplier rather than a replacement. Proactively building, training and open-sourcing its own models helps the team prepare for evolving threats and mitigate analyst burnout.

The demand for AI talent in Indian GCCs is shifting from pure technical hires to professionals who blend advanced AI skills with business and sector expertise. About 62% of GCC leaders cite a shortage of hybrid talent as the biggest barrier, even as competition for such professionals intensifies. As AI becomes core to business operations, GCCs are transforming from service centers to innovation hubs, creating a need for talent adept at both data engineering and business judgment. This hybrid skillset is now a key differentiator, and addressing the supply gap is central to maintaining India's global leadership in the GCC sector.

Citadel Securities engineers Carl Cook, Juan Alday and Timur Doumler share insights on mastering C++ for low-latency trading systems, emphasizing the importance of understanding hardware and system layers, effective use of C++ templates and the benefits and limitations of AI in coding.

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes a bigger part of business operations, CompTIA SecAI+ certification focuses on securing AI systems and using AI to strengthen cybersecurity. CompTIA SecAI+ is designed to help technology professionals manage AI-related risks, improve threat detection and response and support responsible AI governance. The certification addresses growing demand for workers with skills at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity.

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes part of everyday work, educators are being encouraged to weave AI literacy into existing courses rather than treat it as a standalone subject. A new CompTIA article highlights five strategies, including hands-on learning, critical thinking, workflow analysis and integrating AI concepts across disciplines. The goal is to help students understand how to use AI responsibly, adapt to evolving technologies and connect technology skills to real-world business and workplace outcomes.