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Google DeepMind has unveiled AlphaGenome, a groundbreaking AI model that interprets the human genome's non-coding regions—the 98% of DNA that doesn't encode proteins but regulates gene activity. The model analyzes sequences up to one million base-pairs long and predicts how genetic variants affect various biological processes, including gene expression and splicing patterns. Scientists with early access describe it as "an exciting leap forward" that outperforms existing models in predicting how non-coding mutations contribute to diseases like cancer.

Meta has launched an aggressive campaign to recruit top AI researchers from OpenAI, offering signing bonuses reportedly reaching $100 million and even higher annual compensation. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman confirmed these recruitment efforts in June, claiming none of his "best people" had accepted Meta's offers despite the astronomical sums. The talent war highlights the critical importance of specialized AI expertise as companies race to develop superintelligent systems.

A coalition of European publishers has filed an antitrust complaint with the European Commission against Google's AI Overviews feature, claiming it significantly reduces website traffic and revenue. Since its introduction in May 2024, zero-click searches have surged from 56% to 69%, devastating publisher economics. The case highlights growing tensions between AI platforms and content creators, with publishers demanding an opt-out option that doesn't remove them from search results entirely.

Meta has invested $14.8 billion to acquire a 49% stake in Scale AI, valuing the data-labeling firm at $29 billion. As part of the strategic deal, Scale's 28-year-old founder Alexandr Wang will leave to head Meta's new 'superintelligence' team, reporting directly to CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The acquisition has triggered industry upheaval with Google, OpenAI, and other major AI labs cutting ties with Scale AI over concerns about competitive data exposure to Meta.

French technology giant Capgemini is acquiring business process services firm WNS for $3.3 billion to create a global leader in Agentic AI-powered intelligent operations. The all-cash transaction, announced on July 7, 2025, represents a 17% premium over WNS's closing price and is expected to close by year-end. This strategic move significantly expands Capgemini's AI capabilities and global delivery footprint, particularly strengthening its position in financial services and healthcare sectors.

BRICS countries have formally called for the United Nations to establish a global AI governance framework that addresses the needs of developing nations. At their July 2025 summit in Rio de Janeiro, BRICS leaders emphasized that AI governance must be inclusive, representative, and prevent technology from widening inequalities between developed and developing countries. UN Secretary-General António Guterres responded positively, stressing that AI 'can't be a club of the few' and must benefit all nations.

Texas has established one of the nation's most comprehensive state-level AI governance frameworks with the Texas Responsible Artificial Intelligence Governance Act (TRAIGA), signed into law on June 22, 2025. The legislation, which takes effect January 1, 2026, creates transparency requirements for government AI use, prohibits discriminatory AI applications, and establishes a regulatory sandbox for testing innovative AI systems. While scaled back from its original draft, TRAIGA represents a significant step in state-level AI regulation that could influence federal approaches.

OpenAI recently launched Codex, a powerful AI coding agent built in just seven weeks that enables developers to handle multiple coding tasks simultaneously. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's xAI faces intense criticism from AI safety researchers at OpenAI and Anthropic for releasing Grok 4 without proper safety documentation, amid controversies over the model generating antisemitic content and dangerous instructions.

Singapore has positioned itself at the forefront of AI-powered materials science innovation through its SG$120 million 'AI for Science' initiative. A*STAR and local universities are using advanced AI models to simulate chemical behaviors at unprecedented speeds, cutting years off traditional research timelines. This breakthrough approach enables researchers to process 50 to 100 times more material samples daily than conventional methods, accelerating the discovery of sustainable and high-performance compounds.

FutureHouse, a nonprofit AI research lab, has launched a groundbreaking platform featuring superintelligent AI agents designed to accelerate scientific discovery. The platform, released on May 1, 2025, includes specialized agents that outperform human researchers in literature search and synthesis tasks. Recently, the company demonstrated its potential by identifying a new therapeutic candidate for dry age-related macular degeneration using its multi-agent workflow.

OpenAI has confirmed plans to launch GPT-5 in summer 2025, unifying the specialized capabilities of its various AI models into a single, more versatile system. The new model will combine the reasoning strengths of the O-series with the multimodal features of the GPT-series, eliminating the need for users to switch between different models. This strategic shift represents a significant evolution in AI development, moving away from specialized systems toward more integrated, comprehensive solutions.

Meta's massive $14.8 billion investment in Scale AI represents one of the largest private funding events in tech history, acquiring a 49% stake and hiring Scale's CEO Alexandr Wang to lead Meta's new 'Superintelligence' unit. The deal, which values Scale AI at $29 billion, comes as Zuckerberg grows increasingly frustrated with Meta's position in the AI race, particularly compared to rivals like OpenAI. Industry analysts warn this aggressive spending may signal market saturation and questionable ROI as demand for generative AI potentially plateaus.

Major technology companies including Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are forging strategic partnerships with nuclear energy providers to power their rapidly expanding AI operations. These collaborations aim to secure reliable, carbon-free electricity for data centers while addressing AI's massive energy consumption, which is projected to more than double by 2030. The shift represents a critical solution to balance technological advancement with climate commitments as traditional renewable sources alone prove insufficient.

Dailymotion, the global video platform owned by Canal+, has launched an AI-driven video platform that transforms how content is created, distributed, and personalized. The new platform integrates advanced AI features from its recent Mojo acquisition, offering creators and publishers powerful tools for video creation and audience engagement. With over 400 million monthly active users across 191 countries, Dailymotion positions itself as Europe's answer to American and Chinese video giants.

Major technology companies including Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Amazon are forging unprecedented partnerships with nuclear energy providers to power their rapidly expanding AI operations. These strategic alliances aim to secure reliable, carbon-free electricity for energy-intensive AI data centers while helping companies meet climate goals. With global data center electricity consumption projected to more than double by 2030, nuclear power has emerged as a critical solution despite challenges including high costs, lengthy development timelines, and waste management concerns.

Google has significantly enhanced Gemini Live with new app integration capabilities that transform it from a conversational AI into an action-oriented assistant. Users can now seamlessly interact with Google Maps, Calendar, Tasks, and Keep during Gemini Live conversations. The rollout began in late June 2025 and continues to expand, with Google promising more ecosystem connections in the coming months.

Following the Senate's decisive rejection of a proposed AI regulation moratorium in early July 2025, Anthropic has introduced a targeted transparency framework focused on frontier AI development. The framework establishes specific disclosure requirements for safety practices while applying only to the largest AI developers, creating a balanced approach to industry self-regulation. This initiative represents a significant shift in how the AI industry approaches accountability in the absence of comprehensive federal legislation.

Chinese startup Moonshot AI has released Kimi K2, an open-source large language model with 1 trillion parameters that outperforms GPT-4 and Claude in key benchmarks. The model, which excels in coding, mathematical reasoning, and agentic capabilities, represents a strategic move to democratize advanced AI technology. With its innovative MoE architecture and MuonClip optimizer, Kimi K2 delivers superior performance at a fraction of competitors' costs.

Accenture and Microsoft have announced a major co-investment to develop advanced generative AI-driven cybersecurity solutions, addressing the growing threat landscape where 90% of organizations remain unprepared for AI-augmented attacks. The partnership combines Accenture's cybersecurity expertise with Microsoft's security technologies across four key areas: security operations center modernization, automated data protection, security-centric migration, and enhanced identity management. Their collaboration has already shown success with Nationwide Building Society, where AI-powered tools streamlined security infrastructure and accelerated threat detection.