AI is moving beyond data-driven models to become a tool for iterative, discovery-oriented processes in science. The Schmidt Sciences team believes that AI agents could unlock new frontiers by emulating the complex and contingent nature of real-world research.

The concept of a 'censorship-industrial complex' has shifted from far-right rhetoric into US policy discussions, with MIT Technology Review investigating its origins and implications for democracy and internet freedom.

A new Amazon data center in Texas is poised to become the country's most polluting facility, generating up to 33 million tons of CO2. This raises questions about environmental responsibility as tech giants expand their operations.

Meanwhile, North Korean hackers are using AI for spear-phishing campaigns, highlighting the growing threat of automated cyber attacks. China’s dominance in humanoid robotics and Taiwan's expansion of drone use also underscore the technological arms race.