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In brief DeepMind used physics-informed neural networks to find new solutions to Navier-Stokes equations. The AI uncovered a new family of singularities, later proven mathematically correct. The breakthrough could boost weather models, aerodynamics, and climate prediction accuracy. For centuries, the complex mathematics describing the movement of liquids and gases—from the air rushing over an airplane’s…
In brief Oxford–Vela researchers created VCBench to test if AI can predict startup success. GPT-4o, DeepSeek-V3, and others outperformed Y Combinator and top VCs. The study suggests that LLMs could become powerful early-stage investing tools. Could GPT-4 have spotted Airbnb in 2008—or Figma in 2012—before the pros did?A new paper from researchers at the University…
In brief China’s Nvidia ban marks a turning point in the AI war, as Huawei and local players step into the spotlight. Beijing’s move signals confidence in homegrown chips, and could force tech giants to rewire their AI stacks overnight. The move comes after several efforts from the United States to prevent China from having…
In brief DeepMind warns AI agent economies may emerge spontaneously and disrupt markets. Risks include systemic crashes, monopolization, and widening inequality. Researchers urge proactive design: fairness, auctions, and “mission economies.” Without urgent intervention, we’re on the verge of creating a dystopian future run by invisible, autonomous AI economies that will amplify inequality and systemic risk.…
In brief Google launched an open-source protocol to let AI agents handle financial transactions, backed by Coinbase, PayPal, American Express, and the Ethereum Foundation. The protocol expands Google’s Agent2Agent framework with payment support for cards, stablecoins, and real-time bank transfers, plus a crypto-specific x402 extension. The Ethereum Foundation says the effort aligns with its ERC-8004…
In brief Google’s Gemini to #1 in app downloads this month and Search interests this week. This is the first time Gemini app dethrones ChatGPT. This also helped boost Google’s valuation to beat $3 trillion, just behind Nvidia, Apple and Microsoft. Google’s Gemini app hit the top of the Apple App Store on September 15,…
In brief The Ethereum Foundation is launching a dedicated “dAI team” to make Ethereum the foundation of AI development and bridge blockchain with AI industries. It has a near-term focus on the ERC-8004 standard enabling AI agents to transact seamlessly across Ethereum, which is debuting at November’s Devconnect conference. The long-term goal is to build…
In brief The FTC has issued orders to seven companies requiring detailed disclosure of safety protocols and monetization strategies within 45 days. The probe comes amid growing concerns about AI chatbots’ impact on children, with safety advocates calling for stronger protections. Companies must reveal user data handling by age group and safeguards preventing inappropriate interactions…
In brief The free Gemini 2.5 Flash Image tool turns selfies into hyperrealistic 1/7-scale figurines, sparking explosive demand. Users simply upload a full-body photo, paste a detailed prompt, and receive toy-store-ready results in seconds. Politicians and influencers are adopting the trend, while advanced users tweak materials, poses, and props for personalized dolls. Google’s latest AI…
In brief Oracle’s AI pivot pays off: Shares surged over 30% as the company projected $455 billion in booked future revenue and faster cloud growth. Oracle’s neutral AI stance and ability to run models like ChatGPT inside its database stack drew major enterprise demand. Founder Larry Ellison’s fortune swelled by nearly $100 billion, making him…
