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05 Nov 2025

Google Expands AI Mode Access with New Chrome Mobile Shortcut and Enhanced Booking Capabilities

Google introduces a dedicated AI Mode shortcut button in Chrome's new tab page for iOS and Android users, making AI-powered search more accessible. The update includes expanded agentic booking capabilities for event tickets and wellness appointments.

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AI-Powered NextBrain Atlas Creates Most Detailed 3D Map of Human Brain for Medical Imaging

UCL researchers have developed NextBrain, an AI-assisted brain atlas that provides unprecedented detail in MRI scan analysis. The atlas maps 333 brain regions from microscopic tissue data and can analyze living patients' brain scans in minutes, potentially revolutionizing diagnosis of neurological diseases like Alzheimer's.

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AI Breakthrough: Scientists Design Functional Antibodies from Scratch Using Machine Learning

Researchers led by Nobel laureate David Baker have achieved a major breakthrough by using AI to design functional antibodies entirely from scratch, potentially revolutionizing drug development and accelerating the creation of targeted therapeutics for diseases including cancer, viral infections, and autoimmune disorders.

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Google Discovers AI-Powered Malware in the Wild, But Experts Question Real-World Threat Level

Google's Threat Intelligence Group has identified several new malware families that leverage AI and large language models for dynamic code generation and evasion tactics. However, security experts argue these AI-generated threats remain experimental and pose limited real-world danger compared to traditional malware development methods.

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Pantone Launches AI-Powered Color Palette Generator to Streamline Design Workflows

Pantone introduces a generative AI tool that creates custom color palettes based on natural language prompts, trained on six decades of proprietary color research. The tool aims to address designers' pain points in palette creation by offering contextual suggestions through a chat-based interface.

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SoftBank and OpenAI Launch Joint Venture in Japan Amid Growing AI Investment Concerns

SoftBank and OpenAI have established a 50-50 joint venture in Japan to localize enterprise AI solutions, with SoftBank becoming the first customer. The move comes as analysts raise concerns about circular AI investments and inflated valuations.

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Three 'Grey Swan' Risks That Could Derail the AI Revolution

Analysis of foreseeable but underestimated risks that could disrupt the AI industry, including security threats, legal challenges, and innovation shocks that could halt AI progress despite their predictable nature.

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Arista Networks Stock Plunges Despite Strong Q3 Results as AI Infrastructure Growth Shows Signs of Deceleration

Arista Networks reported strong Q3 earnings that beat expectations but saw its stock drop 13% after-hours due to disappointing guidance suggesting sequential growth will slow to less than 1% in Q4, raising concerns about the sustainability of AI infrastructure demand.

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Paytm Partners with Groq to Power AI-Driven Financial Services Revolution

India's payments giant Paytm has announced a strategic partnership with US-based AI hardware company Groq to enhance its AI capabilities across transaction processing, fraud detection, and customer engagement. The collaboration positions AI as a key revenue driver for Paytm's future growth strategy.

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Google Maps Integrates Gemini AI for Enhanced Navigation and Hands-Free Driving Experience

Google is rolling out Gemini AI integration across Google Maps, replacing Google Assistant with more conversational navigation features, landmark-based directions, and hands-free capabilities for safer driving experiences.

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India Unveils Comprehensive AI Governance Guidelines Ahead of 2026 Summit

India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology has released national AI governance guidelines emphasizing a risk-based, innovation-friendly approach. The framework proposes new regulatory bodies and aims to serve as a model for Global South countries.

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TCS and ABB Extend 18-Year Partnership with AI-Driven IT Operations Transformation

Tata Consultancy Services expands its long-standing partnership with ABB to implement AI-powered IT infrastructure modernization. The collaboration focuses on ABB's Future Hosting Model and Zero Ops framework to enhance operational efficiency and digital transformation.

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Xpeng Unveils Ambitious AI Ecosystem: Robotaxis, Humanoid Robots, and Flying Cars Powered by Revolutionary VLA 2.0 Model

Chinese EV maker Xpeng showcased its transformation into a 'Physical AI' company at AI Day 2025, announcing robotaxis launching in 2026, advanced humanoid robots, flying cars nearing production, and a groundbreaking VLA 2.0 AI model that processes visual data directly into actions.

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Former Meta Engineers Launch Stream Ring: AI-Powered Wearable for Voice Note-Taking

Sandbar, founded by former Meta employees, introduces Stream Ring - a $249-299 smart ring that captures whispered voice notes and transcribes them using AI. The device aims to help users record spontaneous thoughts without pulling out their phones.

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Google's AI Mode Expands Agentic Capabilities to Book Event Tickets and Beauty Appointments

Google has enhanced its AI Mode with new agentic capabilities that can help users book event tickets and beauty appointments. The feature searches across multiple platforms to find real-time options and presents curated results with direct booking links.

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