Jeff Bezos is backing a new kind of robotics startup aiming to break barriers with AI-powered 'generalist' robots. Physical Intelligence’s pi-zero model enables robots to switch between tasks, like folding laundry, stacking dishes, and even handling delicate items like eggs. The vision is clear: robots that can adapt to any task with a touch of AI-powered versatility.

Meta's Llama AI model is set to bolster U.S. national security efforts through partnerships with major tech and defense firms, focusing on applications in logistics, cybersecurity, and intelligence. This initiative highlights the critical role of AI in maintaining technological leadership amid global competition

AI may seem magical, but it’s simply the product of neural networks and deep learning, powered by math and extensive datasets. At Florida Tech’s NETS Lab, researchers are demystifying AI, creating methods like PEEK to help ensure AI's reliability and versatility in fields as critical as spaceflight and medicine.

Singapore’s Tictag app is enabling everyday users to earn ‘pocket money’ for completing simple data tasks, which then train AI systems in areas like voice recognition and image labeling. ‘The demands keep getting higher,’ says co-founder Kevin Quah, whose start-up seeks to bridge the data gap by involving thousands of users in generating, categorizing, and refining data that powers AI development

Tim Burton’s latest exhibition offers more than just a collection of movie memorabilia, it’s a deep dive into the mind of an artist who has spent a lifetime portraying misfits and monsters. Visitors get to see iconic film props, sketches, and costumes, alongside the director’s latest views on AI’s unsettling impact on art.

Microsoft and a16z's top leaders argue that regulating AI risks stifling innovation and harming smaller players, while critics suggest their real aim is shielding Big Tech interests from oversight

China’s PLA researchers are transforming Meta’s Llama AI model into a tool for defense. Named ChatBIT, the AI is part of broader military efforts in intelligence and decision-making. As U.S. security concerns rise over open-source AI, Meta reaffirms its stance against any unauthorized military use of its technology.

OpenAI is launching a ChatGPT-based search engine, setting its sights on Google’s dominance in the search market. This AI-powered feature brings real-time information to ChatGPT users but raises concerns among news media over AI’s use of journalistic content.

Google Maps is integrating powerful AI features with Gemini technology, allowing users to explore local spots, get tailored parking tips, and improve navigation details. This AI-powered upgrade is set to redefine how people use Google Maps for exploration and travel.

Singapore’s digital economy grew over 11% annually from 2018 to 2023, with strong support for AI adoption among SMEs and larger companies. Government initiatives and responsible AI governance drive this growth.

Siemens has acquired Altair Engineering in a $10 billion deal to bolster its capabilities in AI and industrial software. This acquisition strengthens Siemens’ focus on digital technology and factory automation.

Meta is collaborating with US government agencies to apply its Llama AI model in addressing critical public sector challenges, including expanding access to essential services and supporting small businesses. This no-cost partnership highlights Meta’s commitment to AI development in impactful ways.

The GameAid project by Coventry University uses generative AI to empower teachers in rural Vietnam, helping bridge educational gaps between urban and rural areas through accessible AI tools and training.

In today’s digital landscape, five critical cybersecurity trends highlight key areas organizations must address to protect against sophisticated cyber threats, including short-lived phishing sites, email-based malware, and the rise of ransomware-as-a-service.

Chinese researchers at PUMCH have developed a smartphone-based AI infrared thermography system, enabling at-home breast cancer risk assessment. This innovative approach could make screenings more accessible and affordable for women in China.

A decade after Superintelligence warned of AI risks, researchers now estimate superintelligent AI may be just a decade away. Although achieving this remains complex, the rise of advanced AI poses ethical and social questions about the future.

Google’s earnings report underscores the company's deep AI integration across products, with over a quarter of its new code generated by AI, boosting growth and innovation.

Indonesia’s BRIN and BPOM are partnering to enhance food registration through AI, focusing on food safety and quality to strengthen national food security.

Meysan Sotheary’s upcoming video podcast, The 00:07, uses AI to create a futuristic, immersive storytelling experience in Cambodia, blending suspense, technology, and cultural innovation.

Nina Beguš’s research reveals the ongoing limitations of AI in creative writing, highlighting that human creativity and depth remain unmatched by generative AI, despite recent advancements in inclusivity and ethical alignment.