Microsoft researchers discover AI can redesign deadly toxins to bypass DNA screening software and create undetectable biological weapons, prompting emergency patches to security systems as experts warn of an escalating arms race between AI-enabled bioterrorism and defense capabilities.
OpenAI completes a $6.6 billion secondary share sale that catapults the AI giant to a staggering $500 billion valuation, making it the world's most valuable private company while allowing long-tenured employees to cash out amid intense competition for top AI talent.
Scientists develop revolutionary molecular qubits using erbium that seamlessly connect light and magnetism at quantum frequencies, potentially enabling ultra-secure quantum internet through existing fiber-optic networks while serving as biological quantum sensors.
GoFundMe launches Giving Funds, a revolutionary zero-fee donor-advised fund service that lets users invest charitable money tax-free through Goldman Sachs partnerships while sending 100% of donations directly to nonprofits with no minimum balance requirements.
Amazon unveils four new Echo devices powered by Alexa+ generative AI starting at $99.99, featuring advanced AZ3 chips and enhanced contextual awareness to compete against OpenAI and Google in the escalating AI assistant battle.
Google launches Gemini for Home, replacing Google Assistant on smart displays and speakers with advanced AI that enables natural conversations, transforms cameras into intelligent security systems with narrative alerts, and introduces a $10 monthly premium subscription for enhanced features.
Meta will begin using conversations with its AI chatbot to personalize ads and content recommendations on Facebook and Instagram starting December 16, 2025, affecting over 1 billion monthly users who discuss topics like hobbies and interests with the AI assistant.
Google replaces Assistant with advanced Gemini AI on all smart speakers starting October 1st and launches $10 monthly Home Premium subscription featuring conversational capabilities and enhanced camera intelligence.
Microsoft promotes sales chief Judson Althoff to CEO of commercial business as part of AI-focused restructuring, expanding his role to oversee marketing and operations while CEO Satya Nadella consolidates leadership to accelerate artificial intelligence transformation across the company's revenue-generating commercial offerings.
Peloton launches five new AI-powered fitness machines with swiveling screens and personal trainer technology, but prices surge up to $700 per unit as the struggling company raises bike costs by $200, treadmill prices by $700, and monthly memberships to $49.99 under new CEO Peter Stern's leadership.