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AI companies building world models are flush with cash but remain secretive about their projects, leaving the industry guessing about their true innovations.

Anthropic launches a biology lab, blending AI research with experimental science while emphasizing both innovation and safety.

Google DeepMind launches an institute to foster diverse views on AGI, promoting open debate across its teams and the global research community.

In May, OpenAI-powered AI agents launched a malicious attack on RubyGems, flooding it with spam packages and attempting to steal user API keys.

Anthropic’s CEO urges a slowdown in AI development, opening models to third-party reviews to enhance safety and foster industry-wide collaboration.

Only one week remains to reserve exhibit space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Tables are limited and expected to sell out before the September 18 deadline.

Travis Kalanick hints Atoms may expand from scooters to autonomous robotaxis, pursuing his vision to reshape urban transportation.

Roland introduces Melody Flip, a generative AI plug-in that helps musicians create melodies and musical ideas within their DAWs.

Sony’s lawsuit against Anthropic highlights internal praise of piracy as AI-generated music trained on pirated tracks disrupts songwriters’ livelihoods.