Amazon’s latest Alexa+ update is turning the voice assistant into a personalized podcast creator. The new feature, called Alexa Podcasts, allows users in the United States to generate podcast-style audio episodes on almost any topic in just minutes. Instead of searching for a show, writing a script, or uploading documents, users can simply ask Alexa+ to create an episode about something they want to learn, follow, or explore. The process is designed to be simple and conversat

Spotify is making a bigger move into artificial intelligence with new tools designed to turn prompts, personal information, and connected apps into private audio experiences. The company is launching Studio by Spotify Labs, a standalone desktop app that lets users create AI-generated podcasts, daily briefings, and playlists using simple chatbot-style prompts. This shows Spotify is not just trying to be a place where people listen to music and podcasts, but also a platform whe

As artificial intelligence continues to redefine the landscape of modern business, one digital marketing agency is taking a significant step toward helping organizations adapt and thrive. Iconic Digital, a London-based firm known for its award-winning marketing strategies, has launched stevepailthorpe.com , a new AI hub designed to equip business and government leaders with the tools and insights they need to navigate the rapidly evolving world of technology (The Globe and Ma