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🧠 The brains behind artificial intelligence
The front desk at the Rapid7 office with a person walking toward the desk.
This Boston-based biz helps prevent cyber attacks. | Photo via Rapid7
It feels like discussions of artificial intelligence (AI) are everywhere — especially following Apple’s announcement of Apple Intelligence. The field of study aims to replicate human thinking through the use of machines, and local companies have found wicked smart ways to utilize the technology.

Massachusetts ranks as the No. 7 best state for AI jobs, so we wanted to take a look at six local companies using AI and the ingenious ways they’re applying the tech.
  • PathAI — This company employs AI to diagnose and treat illnesses, especially cancer. Its biggest collaborators are biopharma companies, laboratories, and clinicians.
  • Shift Technology — In 2018, this business opened its Boston headquarters where it uses AI to detect fraud, particularly in the insurance industry.
  • Rapid7 — Located in the West End, this cybersecurity company uses decades of data to address cyber threats early so customers can respond faster.
  • DataRobot — Headquartered in downtown Boston, this company helps other businesses — ranging from healthcare to retail to manufacturing — by using AI to analyze data and build predictive machine learning models.
  • N1 Health — This healthcare company applies AI to create patient profiles and uses data to make individualized health predictions that lead to faster treatment and better outcomes.
  • Boston Dynamics — This Waltham-based robotics company uses AI so its robots can problem solve and autonomously navigate through their surroundings.
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Spot by Boston Dynamics can do a lot more than fetch.

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Photo via Saggittarius A on Wikimedia Commons

AI can’t operate without humans (yet). If you’re interested in learning more about the field, you can enroll in local courses and degree programs, including these options:
  • Harvard offers a variety of classes, including self-paced courses that are free to audit
  • Bunker Hill Community College offers self-guided, introductory courses
  • MIT offers a professional certificate in Machine Learning + Artificial Intelligence
  • If you’re already experienced in computer science, Boston University offers a Master’s of Science in Artificial Intelligence
 
Asked
 

How do you feel about AI-generated content?
A. I’m open to it
B. I’m not a fan of the idea
C. It’s OK, as long as a human edits it
D. I don’t know enough about AI
 
 
Events
 
Monday, June 24
  • Pilates Fusion | Monday, June 24 | 6:30 p.m. | Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | Coach Britney Willingham leads the all-levels, ~45-min class.
  • Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays | Monday, June 24 | 7:10 p.m. | Fenway Park, 4 Jersey St., Boston | $33+ | Let’s go Sox — the first 7,500 fans score a free, reversible Red Sox bucket hat at the gate.
Tuesday, June 25
  • Networking Night for Young Professionals | Tuesday, June 25 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Cosmica, 40 Berkeley St., Boston | $20 | Meet likeminded professionals, exchange ideas, and learn about career opportunities — light bites included.
  • Roberto Carlos | Tuesday, June 25 | 8 p.m. | MGM Music Hall at Fenway, 2 Lansdowne St., Boston | Prices vary | The “King of Latin Music” brings his talents from Brazil to Boston.
Wednesday, June 26
  • Zach Bryan | Wednesday, June 26 | 7 p.m. | Gillette Stadium, One Patriot Place, Foxborough | Prices vary | The country star performs “The Quittin’ Time Tour” with guests Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit + Levi Turner.
  • Learnmore Jonasi | Wednesday, June 26 | 7:30 p.m. | City Winery Boston, 80 Beverly St., Boston | $25-$35 | The Zimbabwean comedian — and Golden Buzzer recipient on “America’s Got Talent” — performs his stand-up show.
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5 festive finds for the Fourth of July

Six pairs of wacky red, white, and blue sunglasses
Fourth of July party sunglasses, $20.99 via Amazon. | Graphic by 6AM City
Bring a party mood to any barbecue, pool party, or holiday gathering this Fourth of July with these festive finds:
 
News Notes
 
Watch
  • Over 1 million fans were estimated to have celebrated the Celtics NBA Finals win at the team’s championship parade last Friday. If you missed the festivities — or just want to relive the fun — City Editor Jess captured the festivities. (The Patriot Ledger)
Seasonal
  • Summer is here, and the Boston Parks and Recreation Department released its 2024 Boston Parks Summer Guide to help locals take advantage of the city’s outdoor offerings. The manual rounds up local events including free summer concert series, fitness programs, and seasonal festivals.
Open
  • Italian restaurant Monteverdi is now open and taking reservations at The Royal Sonesta Boston in Cambridge with views of the Charles River. The concept comes from local restaurateur Seth Greenberg and offers dinner seven nights a week, with plans to add weekend brunch, lunch, and a raw bar.
Edu
  • MIT’s engineering department continues to build a strong reputation. The School of Engineering topped U.S. News and World Report’s 2024 list of top graduate engineering schools in the US. The program has been ranked No. 1 since 1990 when the list was first released.
Arts
  • The Boston French Film Festival is returning to The Museum of Fine Arts for its 28th year starting Thursday, July 11 through Sunday, Aug. 4. Check out the lineup, tickets are $15 for non-members + $12 for MFA members. And yes, they all have English subtitles.
Award
  • Boston University alum and post-baccalaureate researcher Emmy Blumenthal was one of 18 students named a 2024 Hertz Fellow — an honor that includes funding worth ~$250,000 and mentorship. The physics researcher work to quantify biological and ecological systems and will begin a Ph.D. program at Princeton in the fall. (The Brink)
Bostonian
  • What do you name a baby born at 6:17 p.m. on 617 Day? One local couple answered that question last Monday, June 17. The Celtics superfans named their newborn son Jrue after No. 4 Jrue Holiday, their favorite player — and later that night the Celtics won the NBA Finals. (Boston Globe)
 
 
The Buy
 
Colorful margarita glasses that are shatterproof — aka, perfect for outdoor pool parties.
 
Answered
 

We asked: How far are you traveling this summer?
And above-ground Green Line train with Boston building and a sunset in the background.

Many trips begin with a ride on the T.

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Photo via @acemajorlions

It turns out, most BOStoday readers have summer plans lined up. When asked where they’re traveling this summer:
  • 30.8% have plans to visit somewhere in New England
  • 28.2% plan to visit another US state
  • 23.1% have international travel plans
  • 17.9% are staying in Boston
For those of you staying in the New England area, we’ve got some great road trip ideas for you. But, if you’re catching a plane for your travels, make sure to familiarize yourself with Boston Logan International Airport before departure.

Pro tip: Traveling to another US city? 6AM City — BOStoday’s parent company — has more newsletters just like this across the country.
 
 
The Wrap
 
Michael Beausoleil

Today’s edition by:
Michael
From the editor
It’s officially summer break (at least for Boston Public Schools), so I hope all of the kids enjoy their time away from class. When I was younger, my parents usually took me to the Museum of Science at least once in the summer, and I have to say, it’s still fun to visit as an adult.
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