Top 10 AI News
MIT in the media: 2025 in review
December 22, 2025
MIT community members made headlines with key research advances and their efforts to tackle pressing challenges.
Guided learning lets “untrainable” neural networks realize their potential
December 18, 2025
MIT researchers find that even “untrainable” neural networks can effectively learn when guided by another network’s built-in biases.
A new way to increase the capabilities of large language models
December 17, 2025
MIT-IBM Watson AI Lab researchers developed an expressive architecture that provides better state tracking and sequential reasoning in large language models over long texts.
A “scientific sandbox” lets researchers explore the evolution of vision systems
December 17, 2025
An AI-powered research tool enables scientists to investigate how vision systems might evolve, potentially guiding the design of better sensors and cameras for robots and autonomous vehicles.
“Robot, make me a chair”
December 16, 2025
An AI-driven system lets users design and build simple, multicomponent objects (like a chair) by describing them with words.
New MIT program to train military leaders for the AI age
December 12, 2025
The new certificate program will equip naval officers and other military leaders with the AI skills needed to solve the military’s hardest problems.
New method improves the reliability of statistical estimations
December 12, 2025
The new technique can help scientists in economics, public health, and other fields understand whether to trust the results of their experiments by improving estimation reliability.
New materials could boost the energy efficiency of microelectronics
December 11, 2025
By stacking multiple active components based on new materials on the back end of a computer chip, MIT researchers report this approach reduces the amount of energy wasted during computation.
MIT affiliates named 2025 Schmidt Sciences AI2050 Fellows
December 8, 2025
Postdoc Zongyi Li, Associate Professor Tess Smidt, and seven other MIT alumni were named AI2050 Fellows to support their development of advanced AI against difficult problems.
Robots that spare warehouse workers the heavy lifting
December 5, 2025
Founded by MIT alumni, the Pickle Robot Company has developed machines that can autonomously load and unload trucks inside warehouses and logistics centers, relieving workers from heavy lifting.
Boys at her school shared AI-generated, nude images of her. After a fight, she was the one expelled.
December 22, 2025
A Louisiana middle school student was expelled after confronting classmates who shared AI-generated nude images of her, bringing attention to the growing problem of deepfake cyberbullying in schools.
US stocks rose again in 2025 after overcoming turbulence from tariffs and Trump’s fight with the Fed
December 23, 2025
U.S. stock markets ended the year on a high note, with all three major indices reaching record levels after positive economic news helped ease earlier concerns over tariffs and political fights with the Federal Reserve.
More drops for AI stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in nearly a month
December 17, 2025
Another wave of declines in AI-related stocks pulled U.S. markets down on December 17, bringing the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to their worst one-day losses in almost four weeks.
Texas universities deploy AI tools to review and rewrite how some courses discuss race and gender
December 15, 2025
Universities in Texas have begun using AI tools to scan and suggest rewrites for how race and gender topics are taught in certain courses, a move that has sparked debate over academic freedom and curriculum control.
Humanoid robots take center stage at Silicon Valley summit, but skepticism remains
December 12, 2025
At a technology summit in Silicon Valley, companies showcased new humanoid robots capable of complex movements and interactions. Despite the buzz, many experts remain skeptical about how soon these robots will be practical for everyday tasks.
Tumbling tech stocks drag Wall Street to its worst day in 3 weeks
December 12, 2025
Widespread selloffs in technology shares, especially those linked to AI, caused major U.S. stock indexes to fall sharply on December 11, marking the biggest single-day slide in about three weeks.
Trump signs executive order aiming to block state AI regulations
December 11, 2025
President Donald Trump signed an executive order seeking to invalidate state and local regulations of artificial intelligence, asserting federal authority over emerging technology rules.
El Salvador teams up with Elon Musk’s xAI to bring AI to 5,000 public schools
December 11, 2025
The government of El Salvador announced a partnership with Elon Musk’s AI company xAI to introduce artificial intelligence tools and education programs to 5,000 public schools, aiming to modernize learning.
OpenAI names Slack CEO Dresser as first chief of revenue as ChatGPT maker aims to make a profit
December 9, 2025
OpenAI announced that its board of directors has appointed Denise Dresser, former Slack CEO, to be the company’s first chief revenue officer, as the ChatGPT-maker shifts focus toward profitability.
Microsoft investing $17.5 billion in India for AI and cloud infrastructure
December 9, 2025
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced a $17.5 billion investment in India to expand the company’s cloud data centers and AI research presence, reinforcing Microsoft’s commitment to the growing market and technological partnership.
Google facing a new antitrust probe in Europe over content it uses for AI
December 9, 2025
The European Union began a fresh antitrust investigation into Google, scrutinizing how the company collects and uses content to train its AI. Regulators want to know if Google is unfairly leveraging its search dominance for AI development.
AI Minted More Than 50 New Billionaires In 2025
December 25, 2025
According to a Forbes analysis, artificial intelligence ventures and investments created more than 50 new billionaires in 2025, as AI startups and public companies saw explosive growth.
Open Source Project With Little Revenue In Talks To Raise At Least $160 Million
December 22, 2025
An emerging open-source AI project with minimal current revenue is in advanced talks to raise at least $160 million in funding, highlighting investors’ strong interest in foundational AI infrastructure.
As OpenAI Shifts To For-Profit, Its Foundation Controls $130 Billion. Who Benefits?
December 22, 2025
OpenAI’s transition to a for-profit model means its nonprofit parent now controls about $130 billion in assets. This piece examines the implications of that wealth transfer and who stands to gain from it.
AI Startup Lovable Just Minted One Of Europe’s Youngest Ever Self-Made Billionaires
December 19, 2025
A Finnish AI startup called Lovable has secured a massive funding round, making 19-year-old founder one of Europe’s youngest self-made billionaires. The company is known for its AI-driven text and image tools.
The Healthcare Industry Outlook For 2026
December 17, 2025
Analysts and industry experts expect continued growth in healthcare in 2026, driven by aging populations, medical AI innovations, and biotechnology advances, setting the stage for a robust market outlook.
Let Your Personal AI Shopping Agent Pick The Perfect Holiday Gift
December 17, 2025
Shopping for the holidays? Forbes suggests using new AI-powered shopping assistants that learn your preferences and budget, then recommend ideal gifts for friends and family.
From Hype To Harm: The Stories That Shook AI In 2025
December 30, 2025
By late 2025, many AI projects had flown off the rails—promises unmet and challenges exposed. This retrospective looks at how initial AI hype turned into public frustrations over missed goals and unintended consequences.
A New Moore’s Law For Artificial Intelligence: IQ
December 30, 2025
With AI models becoming more capable at a breakneck pace, some researchers propose a new benchmark akin to Moore’s Law: measuring AI “intelligence” growth. This article explores how to quantify AI capability improvements.
Meta’s Manus Buy: The New Exit Playbook For AI Startups
December 30, 2025
Meta announced it is acquiring the AI startup Manus for over $2 billion to bolster its AI agent initiatives. This move highlights how big tech is reshaping acquisition strategies in the AI industry.
When Your AI Becomes Your Confidant: What Microsoft’s Copilot Report Reveals—and What It Should Measure Next
December 30, 2025
A new report on Microsoft’s Copilot AI assistant finds users often treat AI like a helper or confidant. The analysis suggests ways to improve future AI studies to better evaluate user trust and experience.