A New York Times writer, Amy Lipscomb, encountered such frustrating AI customer service while trying to cancel a Walmart delivery subscription that she spent over an hour attempting to reach a human before ultimately deleting her account. This incident highlights a significant problem with AI-first customer service, as surveys indicate a strong consumer preference for the option to speak with a human agent, with many willing to leave companies that trap them in automated loops. The author suggests that small businesses can gain market share by prioritizing human interaction in their customer service.

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Apple Inc. has launched its first foldable smartphone, the iPhone Duo, in Japan. The device boasts a 7.6-inch screen, split-screen multitasking, and the ability to stand independently when partially folded, with prices starting at 364,800 yen. Consumers lined up to be among the first to purchase the new model, eager to utilize its innovative features.

Microsoft has developed an AI diagnostic tool, MAI-DxO, which significantly outperformed generalist doctors in diagnosing complex medical cases and emergency department admissions in a recent Science study. The tool, running on OpenAI’s GPT-5, operates by simulating a panel of clinical experts, gathering information, and revising diagnoses step-by-step. While showing promising accuracy and cost-effectiveness, the system is not yet in clinical use and has limitations, such as not having access to physical examinations or medical imaging in the study.

E. Ohman J or Asset Management AB increased its stake in Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) by 12.2% in the third quarter, bringing its total holdings to 143,608 shares valued at $30.014 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in the software company, which reported strong quarterly earnings of $3.30 EPS against analyst estimates of $3.12, with revenue up 16.1% year-over-year. Analysts currently have a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for Autodesk, with a target price of $316.84.

E. Ohman J or Asset Management AB reduced its stake in Microchip Technology Incorporated by 13.3% during the third quarter, selling 44,200 shares to hold a total of 288,167 shares valued at $22.41 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions in the semiconductor company. The article also details the company's financial performance, dividend announcement, and recent insider stock sale by CFO James Bjornholt.

ZoomInfo Technologies (GTM) has announced several new partnerships and integrations, most notably a deeper integration with Salesforce’s Hunter agent, alongside rollouts with n8n, ClickUp, and expanded GTM.AI capabilities via Workbounce. These moves aim to embed ZoomInfo's data platform deeper into customer workflows, which could improve contract stickiness and data usage, vital for the company's revenue stability after a recent downtrend. While analysts project a revenue decline of 1.3% per year, earnings are expected to significantly improve from a loss of US$541.0 million to a profit of US$391.8 million by 2029.

Pinnacle Associates Ltd. acquired 25,501 shares of ServiceNow, Inc. during the third quarter, valued at approximately $3.4 million, contributing to institutional investors owning 87.18% of the company. ServiceNow reported strong quarterly earnings and revenue, exceeding analyst estimates, driven by demand for AI. Despite positive sentiment and analyst support, concerns about valuation, cash flow, and a "strong sell" downgrade from Zacks Research pose potential risks ahead of its next earnings report.

Motorola Solutions (MSI) stock has significantly outperformed the S&P 500 over the past decade, turning a $10,000 investment into $64,900 before dividends. However, the stock experienced three drops of 20% or more, including one exceeding 30%. The article examines whether an investor could have endured these periods of decline, highlighting that the most recent fall, starting in November 2024, has yet to recover to its prior high, even as the company's business fundamentals remained strong.

This Zacks Analyst Blog highlights research reports on Amazon.com, GE Aerospace, and TotalEnergies SE, providing an overview of each company's recent performance, strengths, and risks. Amazon benefits from diversification and AI integration but faces high capital expenditure and competition. GE Aerospace sees increased demand for engines and defense orders, despite production costs and supply chain issues. TotalEnergies has a strong global portfolio and low-carbon investments, but is susceptible to geopolitical risks and commodity price volatility.