Latest AI (Artificial Intelligence) News
US President Trump Signs AI Deregulation Executive Order
On December 11, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order titled 'Ensuring a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence,' promoting deregulation, preemption, and a court-first strategy for AI oversight. This marks a significant shift towards innovation-first policies in the US. Businesses face a 'compliance splinternet' with varying global rules on AI tools like chatbots and deepfakes.
EU AI Act Implementation Faces Delays with 'Digital Omnibus' Proposal
The EU AI Act's 'unacceptable risk' bans, such as social scoring, took effect in February 2025, but a late 2025 'Digital Omnibus' proposal introduces a 'Stop-the-Clock' mechanism. This pauses high-risk AI system compliance deadlines until late 2027 or 2028 to finalize technical standards. Economic realities are challenging full implementation.
Wall Street Banks Plan AI-Driven Workforce Reductions in 2026
Major US banks like JPMorgan, Wells Fargo, Citigroup, and Goldman Sachs report AI productivity gains, with JPMorgan at 6% and projecting 40-50% in operations roles. They signal workforce cuts as AI translates to fewer jobs needed. This reflects AI's shift from theory to practical workforce impact.
Hollywood Stars Launch Creators Coalition Against AI Overreach
Hollywood's biggest names formed a coalition demanding consent, transparency, and involvement before AI rebuilds the industry. This counters AI's rapid encroachment on creative jobs. The move highlights growing resistance in entertainment to unchecked AI adoption.
New AI Models Released: GPT-5.2-Codex and Gemini 3 Flash
Silicon Valley released GPT-5.2-Codex and Gemini 3 Flash, advancing model capabilities with faster image generation and enhanced intelligence. These updates fuel the race in AI optimization post-2025 experimentation phase. They promise broader applications but raise security concerns.
AI Model Outperforms WHO in Predicting Flu Vaccine Strains
An AI model predicts flu vaccine strains more accurately than the WHO, with findings published in Scientific Reports. This breakthrough could improve global vaccine efficacy and response times. Sourced from Intermountain and EurekAlert.
AI-Designed Molecule Boosts Pancreatic Cancer Chemotherapy
Researchers used AI on December 16, 2025, to design a molecule targeting tumor resistance, enhancing chemotherapy effectiveness. This highlights AI's role in overcoming aggressive cancers. Published via Technology Networks.
Fujitsu and Kirin Develop AI Model Linking Gut Health to Brain Function
On December 2, 2025, Fujitsu and Kirin created an AI-based Quantitative Systems Pharmacology model simulating food impacts on cognition via the gut. It accelerates functional food discovery for brain health. Reduces clinical trial costs significantly.
MIT's 'Scientific Sandbox' Evolves AI Vision Systems
MIT researchers built a framework where AI agents evolve eyes over generations, producing insect-like compound eyes for navigation or camera-type for object tasks. This aids robot sensor design. Balances performance with real-world constraints.
NIST and MITRE Partner on AI Defenses for Critical Infrastructure
NIST partnered with MITRE on December 26, 2025, via the AI Economic Security Center to develop AI tools protecting power plants and hospitals from cyberthreats. Focuses on reliability and dataset security. Ensures high-stakes AI assurance testing.
2025 Marked by Global AI Shift to Optimization and Job Disruption
Global News reported on December 26, 2025, that 2025 pivoted AI from experimentation to optimization, disrupting jobs and interactions while advancing models. Governance needs rise with new possibilities. Highlights year-end transformations.
Purdue's RAPTOR AI Achieves 97.6% Accuracy in Chip Defect Detection
Purdue's October 6, 2025, RAPTOR system uses AI and X-ray imaging for non-destructive semiconductor inspection. It outperforms traditional methods, reducing yield loss. Redefines nanometer-scale manufacturing.