Last week was a monumental one for the world of artificial intelligence, with a flurry of key developments making headlines. OpenAI, led by Sam Altman, acknowledged being on the “wrong side of history” regarding open source, while DeepSeek’s AI success was overshadowed by a serious security breach. The EU announced a ban on AI systems with “unacceptable risk,” and OpenAI partnered with U.S. National Laboratories on scientific research and nuclear weapons security.
Elon Musk’s X made waves by updating the press on plane crashes and entering the financial services arena with a Visa deal. The company also filed lawsuits against Lego, Nestlé, and other brands for advertising boycott. On the other hand, thousands of U.S. government web pages were taken down, and Musk’s aides locked senior officials out of OPM computer systems.
Meanwhile, Apple faced struggles with AI and AR, leading to concerns about its product edge. Google announced plans to change “Gulf of Mexico” to “Gulf of America” in its Maps app after government updates. Comcast unveiled an ultra-low lag Internet connection, and 23andMe hinted at a possible sale due to financial constraints.
In the entertainment sector, streaming prices climbed in 2025, surpassing inflation rates. Super Bowl Sundays were noisy across the U.S., with discussions on the topic on the podcast “This Week in Tech” hosted by Leo Laporte. Listeners were urged to join Club TWiT for ad-free podcasts and exclusive access.
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