SK Group is launching a two-year AI training program called SK AIGen, targeting about 50 young adults aged 19 to 34. Participants will work on real-world AI projects in teams and individually, receiving a monthly stipend of 3 million won (roughly $2,250). Seoul National University's AI Institute will provide mentoring and career planning. Applications open November 1 to 15, with the first cohort starting in March 2027. The program does not award degrees or guarantee employment.
DataMeds AI is seeing a notable stock surge following its expansion into oncology and telehealth. The company completed a $1.5 million acquisition of Helomics, gaining a CLIA/CAP-certified AI cancer diagnostics lab and $1.5 million in cash with no major legacy debt. Corexa Pharmacy reported preliminary September 2026 revenue above $1 million, up more than 66 percent from July. DataMeds also partnered with Tollo Health on the Health Lives Here GLP-1 telehealth app, and a litigation settlement removed roughly $19 million in liabilities.
In the AI regulation space, Rep. Maggie Goodlander, a Democrat from New Hampshire, stressed that safety and fairness must guide the development of artificial intelligence rules. Her remarks came during a CloseUp interview where she advocated for thoughtful oversight as AI capabilities continue to expand across industries.
Palantir shares dipped about 1.1 percent to $206.90, even as Barclays started coverage with an Overweight rating and a $265 price target, implying roughly 28 percent upside. The company's second-quarter U.S. commercial revenue reached $764 million and U.S. government revenue totaled $809 million, together accounting for about 81.3 percent of total revenue near $1.935 billion. The stock currently trades about 11.28 percent above its GF Value estimate of $185.92.
The mortgage industry is moving toward a trust-based framework for AI adoption. AZP Insurance Specialists, which has covered over 5 million loans representing more than $2 trillion in principal, granted its first Platinum certification to Gateless. Gateless scored 97.8 out of a 95-point threshold across 11 categories for its Smart Underwrite and VeriClear tools. This shared assessment framework is designed to help lenders evaluate AI readiness before broad deployment.
Two Sigma, an $80 billion quant hedge fund, reported that its 82 summer interns achieved record productivity using AI tools. The company said this cohort has raised the bar for what is expected from future intern groups, underscoring how AI is reshaping performance standards in quantitative finance hiring.
C3.ai received an upgrade from Northland Capital to Outperform with a $16 price target, citing a new tool that lets customers build agentic applications using natural language. Q1 FY2027 bookings rose 73 percent quarter over quarter and free cash flow turned positive, though revenue fell 25.5 percent year over year. The company held $651.1 million in cash. Separately, SoundHound AI dropped 5 percent to new lows after completing its LivePerson acquisition on September 4, with $202.8 million in cash and $21.5 million in stock-based compensation at the end of Q2 2026.
One writer experimented with using voice instead of typing to interact with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for a week. The switch to dictation and Voice Mode helped capture fleeting thoughts and produced better prompts, making AI interaction feel more like brainstorming than traditional prompting. The experience revealed capabilities that were already available but rarely used in that way.
XMTP Labs CEO Shane Mac warned on Squawk Box that AI agents can leak private work data. He shared that AI agents inadvertently posted personal bank information on his company's Slack channel, highlighting the need to compartmentalize personal and work use of AI agents.
UK organizations are adopting AI faster than any other country, according to SAS research with IDC. The share of UK firms calling their AI approach integrated or transformative rose to 60 percent from 29 percent in a year. However, the UK's AI Impact Index stood at 51.7 against a Trustworthiness Index score of 60.5, with data quality and explainability as the weakest dimensions. Three-quarters of UK organizations plan to increase AI investment over the next 12 months.
Key Takeaways
- SK Group launches SK AIGen, a two-year AI training program offering 3 million won monthly stipends to about 50 participants aged 19 to 34, starting March 2027.
- DataMeds AI acquired Helomics for $1.5 million, gaining a certified cancer diagnostics lab and $1.5 million in cash, while Corexa Pharmacy reported preliminary September 2026 revenue above $1 million.
- Rep. Maggie Goodlander calls for AI regulations centered on safety and fairness during a CloseUp interview.
- Barclays sets a $265 price target for Palantir with an Overweight rating, while Q2 U.S. commercial revenue hit $764 million and government revenue reached $809 million.
- Gateless becomes the first mortgage AI provider to earn AZP's Platinum certification, scoring 97.8 out of a 95-point threshold across 11 categories.
- Two Sigma reports its 82 summer interns achieved record productivity using AI tools at the $80 billion quant hedge fund.
- Northland Capital upgrades C3.ai to Outperform with a $16 target as Q1 FY2027 bookings rise 73 percent quarter over quarter; SoundHound AI hits new lows after completing its LivePerson acquisition.
- A writer finds that using voice mode with ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini produces better prompts and unlocks underused capabilities compared to typing.
- XMTP Labs CEO Shane Mac warns that AI agents can leak private work data, citing an incident where personal bank information appeared on his company Slack channel.
- UK leads global AI adoption with 60 percent of firms calling their approach integrated or transformative, but trustworthiness scores lag behind investment intent.
SK Group launches AI program with 3 million won monthly stipend
SK Group created a two-year AI training program called SK Aigen for about 50 young adults aged 19 to 34. Participants will solve real-world problems using AI and receive 3 million won ($2,250) per month. Seoul National University's AI Institute will help with mentoring and career planning. Applications run from Nov. 1 to 15, with the first program starting in March 2027.
SK launches 2-year AI training program with 3 million won stipend
SK Group announced the SK AIGen program, a two-year full-time training initiative for young adults focused on practical AI skills. Participants will work on AI projects in teams and individually while receiving 3 million won monthly stipends. The program does not award degrees or guarantee jobs. Applications run from Nov. 1 to 15, with about 50 participants selected by late December.
DataMeds AI stock rises on oncology and telehealth expansion
DataMeds AI (MEDS) stock rose 13.34 percent after new AI clinical diagnostics partnerships. Corexa Pharmacy reported preliminary September 2026 revenue above $1 million, up more than 66 percent from July. MEDS completed a $1.5 million acquisition of Helomics, gaining a CLIA/CAP-certified AI cancer diagnostics lab and $1.5 million in cash. A litigation settlement also removed about $19 million in liabilities.
DataMeds AI stock surges on oncology and GLP-1 momentum
DataMeds AI (MEDS) stock gained 12.87 percent as investors responded to healthcare AI platform developments. The company completed a $1.5 million Helomics acquisition, gaining a certified cancer diagnostics lab and $1.5 million in cash with no major legacy debt. MEDS and Tollo Health launched the Health Lives Here GLP-1 telehealth app. Corexa Pharmacy also reported preliminary September 2026 revenue above $1 million.
Maggie Goodlander calls for safety and fairness in AI regulations
Rep. Maggie Goodlander, a Democrat from New Hampshire, spoke in favor of new artificial intelligence regulations. She emphasized that safety and fairness must guide the development of AI rules. The discussion took place during a CloseUp interview where she also addressed other policy topics.
Palantir shares dip as Barclays sets $265 AI price target
Palantir shares fell about 1.1% to $206.90 despite Barclays starting coverage with an Overweight rating and a $265 target. The target suggests roughly 28% upside from that price. Second-quarter U.S. commercial revenue reached $764 million and U.S. government revenue totaled $809 million. Those two areas generated about 81.3% of roughly $1.935 billion in total revenue. The stock trades about 11.28% above the $185.92 GF Value estimate.
Mortgage AI adoption needs a trust standard based on experience
The mortgage industry faces key questions about adopting AI in loan processes. AZP Insurance Specialists has nearly four decades of mortgage risk history and has covered over 5 million loans representing more than $2 trillion in principal. Gateless became the first provider to earn AZP's Platinum certification, scoring 97.8 out of a 95-point threshold. The certification covers Smart Underwrite and VeriClear across 11 categories. A shared assessment framework aims to help lenders and vendors evaluate AI readiness before broad deployment.
Two Sigma interns reached record productivity using AI
Two Sigma, an $80 billion quant hedge fund, hosted 82 summer interns. The interns were more productive than ever thanks to AI tools. The company stated that this class has raised the bar for what is expected from future intern groups. The results highlight how AI is changing performance standards in quantitative finance hiring.
C3.ai rises on upgrade while SoundHound AI hits new lows
Northland Capital upgraded C3.ai to Outperform with a $16 price target, pointing to a new tool that lets customers build agentic applications using natural language. C3.ai's Q1 FY2027 bookings rose 73% quarter over quarter and free cash flow turned positive, though revenue fell 25.5% year over year. The company held $651.1 million in cash. Meanwhile, SoundHound AI slid 5% to fresh lows after completing its LivePerson acquisition on September 4. SoundHound held $202.8 million in cash at the end of Q2 2026, with stock-based compensation of $21.5 million.
Using voice instead of typing changed how one writer uses AI
One writer stopped typing to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for a week and switched to dictation and Voice Mode. Dictation helped capture thoughts before they were forgotten and produced better prompts. Voice Mode made AI interaction feel more like brainstorming than prompting. The writer found this approach unlocked capabilities that were already available but rarely used in that way.
XMTP Labs CEO warns AI agents can leak private work data
Shane Mac, XMTP Labs co-founder and CEO, appeared on Squawk Box to warn about AI agents. He shared that AI agents leaked personal bank information on his company Slack channel. He stressed the need to compartmentalize and separate personal and work use of AI agents.
UK leads AI adoption but returns lag behind investment
UK organisations are adopting AI faster than any other country, according to SAS research with IDC. The share of UK firms calling their AI approach integrated or transformative rose to 60% from 29% in a year. However, the UK's AI Impact Index stood at 51.7 against a Trustworthiness Index score of 60.5. Data quality was the weakest trust dimension at 56.5, and explainability scored 57.1 against a global benchmark of 60.4. Three-quarters of UK organisations plan to increase AI investment over the next 12 months.
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- SK launches AI training program with 3 million won monthly stipend
- SK launches 2-year AI training program with W3m monthly stipend
- DataMeds AI (MEDS) Stock Roars On Oncology And Telehealth Push
- DataMeds AI (MEDS) Stock Rockets On Oncology And GLP‑1 Momentum
- Maggie Goodlander says safety, fairness must guide new A.I. regulations
- Palantir Stocks Slip Despite Barclays' $265 AI Target
- Mortgage AI needs a standard of trust built on experience
- Two Sigma's interns were more productive than ever thanks to AI
- SoundHound AI Slides 5% to Fresh Lows While C3.ai Climbs 4% on Northland Upgrade; UiPath Slips
- I stopped typing to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for a week, and discovered a better way to use AI
- XMTP Labs' Shane Mac on AI agent warning: It's about compartmentalizing and separating personal and work
- UK leads AI adoption as returns lag behind investment
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