Top 10 AI News
‘Wizard of Oz’ blown up by AI for giant Sphere screen
AI technology has been used to upscale and adapt the classic film “The Wizard of Oz” for display on the massive Sphere screen, showcasing the potential of generative AI in entertainment.
DOGE has built an AI tool to slash federal regulations
DOGE has developed an AI-powered tool designed to analyze and reduce federal regulations, aiming to streamline compliance and cut bureaucratic red tape.
Meta names Shengjia Zhao as chief scientist of AI superintelligence unit
Meta has appointed Shengjia Zhao as the chief scientist of its AI superintelligence unit, signaling the company’s commitment to advancing artificial general intelligence research.
AI referrals to top websites were up 357% year-over-year in June, reaching 1.13B
Traffic referrals from AI tools to leading websites surged by 357% in June compared to the previous year, totaling 1.13 billion, highlighting the growing influence of AI-driven search and recommendation engines.
Sam Altman warns there’s no legal confidentiality when using ChatGPT as a therapist
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman cautions users that conversations with ChatGPT, even for therapeutic purposes, are not protected by legal confidentiality, raising privacy concerns for those seeking mental health support via AI.
A timeline of the US semiconductor market in 2025
A detailed timeline of key events and developments in the US semiconductor market throughout 2025, including policy changes, manufacturing shifts, and the impact of AI on chip design and production.
Should Silicon Valley celebrate Trump’s AI plans?
A discussion on the implications of former President Trump’s AI policy proposals for Silicon Valley, including potential benefits and risks for the tech industry.
Tesla is reportedly behind on its pledge to build 5,000 Optimus bots this year
Tesla is facing delays in its ambitious plan to manufacture 5,000 Optimus humanoid robots in 2025, raising questions about the company’s production capabilities and the future of robotics in industry.
Google is testing a vibe-coding app called Opal
Google is experimenting with Opal, a new app that uses AI to help users code based on their mood or “vibe,” aiming to make programming more accessible and creative.
Intel continues to pull back on its manufacturing projects
Intel is scaling back several manufacturing initiatives as it reassesses its strategy in the face of global competition and the rapid evolution of AI hardware demands.
Chime backer Lauren Kolodny bets on AI to revolutionize estate processing
Lauren Kolodny, a prominent fintech investor, is supporting startups that use AI to simplify and automate estate processing, aiming to modernize a traditionally complex sector.
This industrial AI startup is winning over customers by saying it won’t get acquired
An industrial AI startup is attracting clients by pledging to remain independent, addressing customer concerns about continuity and long-term support in the rapidly consolidating AI sector.
AI companions: A threat to love, or an evolution of it?
The rise of AI-powered companions is sparking debate about their impact on human relationships, with some viewing them as a threat to traditional love and others as a new form of connection.
Google’s new Web Guide search experiment organizes results with AI
Google is piloting a Web Guide feature that uses AI to organize search results, aiming to improve user experience by making information more accessible and relevant.
Samsung backs a video AI startup that can analyze thousands of hours of footage
Samsung is investing in a video AI startup capable of analyzing vast amounts of footage, with applications in security, entertainment, and content management.
AI slop and fake reports are coming for your bug bounty programs
Security experts warn that AI-generated “slop” and fake bug reports are overwhelming bug bounty programs, making it harder to identify genuine vulnerabilities.
Google’s new AI feature lets you virtually try on clothes
Google has introduced an AI-powered virtual try-on feature, allowing users to see how clothes might look on them before making a purchase online.
SoftBank-backed LegalOn lands $50M to streamline legal workflows with AI
LegalOn, supported by SoftBank, has raised $50 million to enhance its AI-driven platform for automating and optimizing legal workflows for in-house teams.
A new AI coding challenge just published its first results — and they aren’t pretty
The results of a new AI coding challenge reveal significant shortcomings in current AI coding assistants, highlighting the need for further development and evaluation.
Trump’s ‘anti-woke AI’ order could reshape how US tech companies train their models
A new executive order from former President Trump aims to restrict the use of “woke” data in AI training, potentially altering the way US tech companies develop their models.
