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Issue #128 15 stories

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Docker Joins the Agentic AI Foundation

Published Tuesday, December 16, 2025

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Highlights

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Docker Joins the Agentic AI Foundation
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Docker Joins the Agentic AI Foundation

Docker has joined the Agentic AI Foundation, aiming to support the development and management of AI-driven applications. This collaboration highlights Docker’s commitment to empowering developers with tools that enhance innovation and efficiency in AI. Stay informed about Docker’s latest updates and contributions to the evolving tech landscape.

Creative industries 'incredibly worried' about OpenAI-Disney deal
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Creative industries 'incredibly worried' about OpenAI-Disney deal

OpenAI's $1 billion collaboration with Disney is raising concerns within the creative industries as it allows fans to create videos and images of over 200 Disney characters using platforms like ChatGPT and Sora. Professionals in creative fields worry about the potential impact on jobs and intellectual property as AI tools continue to expand their capabilities. The deal highlights the growing intersection between artificial intelligence and entertainment, sparking debates about its implications for the future of storytelling and content creation.

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Research

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A Comprehensive Benchmark for Large Language Model Factuality
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A Comprehensive Benchmark for Large Language Model Factuality

This paper introduces the FACTS Leaderboard, a benchmark designed to evaluate the factual accuracy of large language models (LLMs). It outlines the importance of assessing how well these models align with verified information and offers a structured way to measure their performance. The benchmark aims to advance the development of more reliable and factually consistent AI models.

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Video

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Real-Time Continual Learning for AI Agents
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Real-Time Continual Learning for AI Agents

Arc is a real-time continual-learning framework designed to help AI agents adapt and improve through experience. The presentation highlights key developer techniques such as online prompt optimization and reward modeling in production. A live demo showcases their open-source SRE Agent teaching itself to resolve a complex Kubernetes incident, demonstrating the framework's practical applications.

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Articles

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Foundry IQ in Microsoft Agent Framework
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Foundry IQ in Microsoft Agent Framework

Learn how to create powerful enterprise-grade Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) agents using Foundry IQ Knowledge Bases with minimal coding effort. This guide demonstrates how the Azure AI Search Context Provider enhances the Microsoft Agent Framework by enabling intelligent, multi-hop retrieval seamlessly. By integrating the knowledge your agent requires, you can avoid fragmented pipelines and streamline the development process.

Improved Gemini audio models for powerful voice interactions
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Improved Gemini audio models for powerful voice interactions

Google introduces the upgraded Gemini 2.5 Native Audio model, bringing advancements to audio processing across its products. This enhancement improves voice interactions and capabilities, including real-time speech translation within the Google Translate app. These updates aim to deliver more natural and powerful audio experiences.

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Upcoming Events

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AgentCon 2025
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AgentCon 2025

After an exciting set of AgentCon events before the summer holidays, AgentCon is happening in more locations during the second half of the year. The AI Agents World Tour is a series of one-day conferences for developers focused on autonomous AI agents. Spanning cities like San Francisco and Singapore, these events gather top engineers, researchers, and creators shaping the future of AI technologies. It’s an opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate in the fast-evolving world of autonomous AI. Check all events and register for an event near you!

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Code

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You Can Turn Your Raspberry Pi Into A Local AI Agent
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You Can Turn Your Raspberry Pi Into A Local AI Agent

Learn how to turn your Raspberry Pi into a local AI agent and a fun desk toy with a few simple modifications. GitHub user Simone Marzulli shares an easy-to-follow guide to give your Raspberry Pi new capabilities. This project allows you to explore AI concepts in an accessible and creative way. Perfect for tech enthusiasts looking to experiment with their Raspberry Pi.

We Got Claude to Fine-Tune an Open Source LLM
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We Got Claude to Fine-Tune an Open Source LLM

This update highlights how Claude has successfully fine-tuned an open-source large language model (LLM). By committing to open source and open science principles, the project aims to make advancements in artificial intelligence more accessible and collaborative. It's a step forward in enabling broader innovation and inclusivity in the AI community.

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Podcast

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MLOps.community
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MLOps.community

The MLOps.community podcast features casual and insightful conversations about bringing AI into production, covering various forms like traditional machine learning, large language models, and more. It’s a great place to explore real-world applications, challenges, and practices in deploying AI technologies. Perfect for anyone interested in the evolving landscape of AI operations.

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