Antitrust watchdogs intensify scrutiny of big tech’s AI partnerships after fresh complaints
Global competition regulators are stepping up oversight of big tech’s artificial intelligence partnerships. Fresh complaints from rivals and industry groups have sharpened concerns. Agencies worry that strategic investments and exclusive…
Major chipmaker unveils next‑gen AI processor promising big efficiency gains for on‑device models
A major chipmaker announced a next‑generation AI processor designed to run advanced models directly on devices. The company emphasized significant efficiency gains across compute, memory, and power management. It positioned…
Astronomers spot a nearby Earth-sized exoplanet in its star’s habitable zone with signs of water vapor
Astronomers have identified a nearby, Earth-sized exoplanet that orbits within its star’s habitable zone. Early observations show spectral hints consistent with water vapor in the planet’s atmosphere. The finding marks…
Scientists 3D-print living coral-like structures to restore reefs at scale
Coral reefs protect coasts, support fisheries, and anchor tourism economies worldwide. Warming seas and pollution now endanger these foundations. Scientists are responding with a new tool inspired by nature. They…
Global chipmakers race to build 2-nanometer fabs as governments roll out massive semiconductor subsidies
Leading-edge chips now power artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and advanced defense systems worldwide. The next milestone is 2-nanometer manufacturing, promising higher performance and efficiency. Governments see strategic urgency and are…
Major social platforms roll out default AI-generated content labels amid creator backlash and regulatory pressure
Major social platforms are moving to label AI-generated content by default or when clear signals appear. Companies say the labels help audiences understand what they are seeing, hearing, or sharing.…
AI-powered voice clones trigger contract overhauls across film and music industries
Studios and labels are racing to update contracts as voice cloning matures. Synthetic voices can imitate stars convincingly and at scale. That capability challenges long-standing rights, compensation models, and creative…
New AI model maps protein interactions at single-cell scale, opening paths for faster drug discovery
A new class of artificial intelligence now maps protein interactions at single-cell resolution. The approach links molecular structure, expression context, and cellular state, predicting which proteins bind or influence each…
Gene-edited wheat trials aim to boost drought tolerance amid shifting climate
Wheat feeds billions and anchors rural economies across continents. Increasingly, hotter, drier seasons are arriving more often and lasting longer, leading to prolonged droughts that slash yields and undermine food…
Startups push open-source small language models onto edge devices, challenging Big Tech’s AI dominance
Startups are moving language intelligence from cloud servers to phones, laptops, and gateways. They increasingly favor open-source small language models, often called SLMs. These compact models run locally and respect…