The academy that controls the Oscars on Friday issued new award eligibility requirements around the use of artificial intelligence in film.
The US Department of Commerce has lifted export controls on Anthropic's advanced AI models, Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5, after a brief suspension over national security concerns. The company will restore access to these tools, which are rivals to ChatGPT and Gemini.
Cybersecurity firms Palo Alto Networks and CrowdStrike saw significant stock rallies (95% and 113% respectively) in Q2, driven by increased demand for advanced cyber defenses due to new AI tools like the Mythos model. Both companies are leveraging early access to AI models and strategic acquisitions to meet this demand, positioning themselves as leaders in the AI cyber race.
Anthropic is launching an internal drug discovery program focused on neglected diseases, aiming to develop AI tools for drugmakers. The company believes direct experience is crucial for building effective AI solutions for the healthcare industry.
Blue Origin is rebuilding its Florida launch pad after a New Glenn rocket exploded during a May 28 hot-fire test. CEO Dave Limp stated the company will not rebuild the same pad, opting for a "horizontal/vertical hybrid" configuration to increase flight cadence and return to flight this year. This incident impacts NASA's Artemis program and satellite launches for companies like Amazon.
US government export controls and restrictions on leading AI models from Anthropic and OpenAI are inadvertently benefiting China, as Chinese companies like Zhipu launch advanced AI models that rival US capabilities and offer cheaper alternatives, prompting concerns among industry experts and former officials about national security and competitive disadvantage.
WhatsApp is rolling out a new feature allowing users to chat using unique usernames instead of phone numbers, enhancing privacy. The feature, available globally in the coming months, lets users reserve names and connect without revealing personal contact details, though phone numbers are still required for account creation.
