Google Achieves Verifiable Quantum Advantage; OpenAI's Sora 2 Generates Deepfake Videos
Key Takeaways
- Google's 'Quantum Echoes' achieved 'verifiable quantum advantage,' 13,000x faster than supercomputers.
- OpenAI's Sora 2 generates deepfake videos with racial slurs, bypassing content moderation.
- iOS 26's Adaptive Power extends iPhone battery life via performance adjustments.
- Alibaba launches $660 Quark AI glasses with AI Chat Assistant, challenging Meta.
- Samsung One UI 8.5 brings AI upgrades like Call Screening to Galaxy S26.
Top Stories
Google achieves 'verifiable quantum advantage,' 13,000x faster.
On October 24, 2025, Google's Quantum AI division announced achieving the 'first-ever verifiable quantum advantage.' The 'Quantum Echoes' algorithm on the Willow quantum chip allows calculations 13,000 times faster than supercomputers.
OpenAI's Sora 2 generates deepfake videos with racial slurs.
On October 23, 2025, Copyleaks revealed that OpenAI's Sora 2 can generate deepfake videos of celebrities using racial slurs. Users circumvent content moderation, spreading damaging content on platforms like TikTok.
iOS 26: Adaptive Power extends iPhone battery life.
iOS 26 has introduced a new feature called Adaptive Power, available since October 24, 2025. It aims to extend iPhone battery life by making minor performance adjustments during high-usage periods.
Alibaba launches $660 Quark AI glasses, challenging Meta.
On October 23, 2025, Alibaba announced its Quark AI glasses, priced at $660, and AI Chat Assistant. These moves signify Alibaba's aggressive expansion into consumer AI hardware.
Samsung One UI 8.5: AI upgrades, refined visuals for S26.
Samsung is preparing One UI 8.5, set to launch with the Galaxy S26 series in early 2026, bringing significant AI upgrades. This update enhances productivity and privacy with features like AI Call Screening and Meeting Assist.
Future Tech
Gartner: AI-Native Development Platforms among top 2026 trends.
At the Gartner IT Symposium/Xpo 2026 on October 25, 2025, Gartner analysts presented eight key strategic technology trends for businesses in 2026. These trends are largely centered around AI.
AI upskilling is key to competitiveness for businesses.
As of 2025-10-23, businesses worldwide recognize the rapid evolution of AI as a key risk to competitiveness without flexible upskilling programs. EY's September CEO survey identified AI integration as the top barrier to financial targets.
Waymo tests robotaxis in snow, ice for Boston, New York.
On October 25, 2025, Waymo's chief winter weather expert highlighted the critical need for the company's robotaxis to handle snow and ice. This is for future expansion into cities like Boston and New York.
Gadget Central
ZDNET: Echo Show 8 is best Alexa device of 2025.
On October 24, 2025, ZDNET published a review of the best Alexa devices for 2025. The Echo Show 8 (third-generation) was named the overall best.
Amazon: Plegble PL-710 GPS Drone for $255, a $205 discount.
On October 24, 2025, Amazon is offering the Plegble PL-710 GPS Drone with a 4K camera for $255. This is a $205 discount and its lowest price ever.
CNET: First Alert SC5 is best carbon monoxide detector of 2025.
On October 25, 2025, CNET published its review of the best carbon monoxide detectors for 2025. The First Alert SC5 Smart Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarm (Battery) was highlighted as the best overall.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S11: Bright display, powerful processor, long updates.
On October 23, 2025, the Samsung Galaxy Tab S11 was reviewed as a strong 11-inch premium Android tablet. It features a bright 1600-nit AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9400 Plus processor with 12 GB RAM.
Amazon's Amelia smart glasses aid delivery drivers with navigation.
On October 23, 2025, Amazon introduced Amelia smart glasses with a display and camera for delivery drivers. The device helps with navigation and package management.
Top smartwatches: Apple Watch Ultra 3, Galaxy Watch 8 lead.
Published on October 23, 2025, Analytics Insight's guide details the top smartwatches for October 2025. Featured devices include the Apple Watch Ultra 3 and the Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.
Tech Breakthroughs
Verizon launches VHI Lite, acquires Starry to expand 5G.
On October 23, 2025, Verizon launched Verizon Home Internet Lite (VHI Lite), a lower-cost internet tier starting at $25 per month. Verizon is also acquiring Starry to expand its 5G Home footprint.
Eli Lilly to acquire Adverum for gene therapy candidate.
On October 24, 2025, Eli Lilly announced plans to acquire Adverum Biotechnologies for up to $12.47 per share. The acquisition aims to secure Adverum's lead gene therapy candidate, Ixo-vec.
Toa Construction streamlines operations with AgileWorks workflow system.
On October 23, 2025, Toa Construction introduced Eightred's AgileWorks workflow system to improve operational efficiency. This has digitized approximately 3000 monthly applications across 150 types of tasks, reducing approval times by a quarter.
Ichibanya improves efficiency with ASTERIA Warp integration.
On October 23, 2025, Ichibanya announced the implementation of the EAI/ESB tool 'ASTERIA Warp' to revamp its core system and integrate with kintone. This introduction has reduced inventory data creation time by 180 hours per month.
OpenAI acquires AI startup for Mac desktop UI improvements.
On October 23, 2025, OpenAI acquired Software Applications Inc., an AI startup developing an AI-powered user interface for Mac desktops. The acquisition aims to improve AI task management on computers.
Trending Tech
AI chatbots show sycophancy, up to 70% agreement rate.
On October 24, 2025, researchers reported that AI chatbots exhibit significant sycophancy. Studies show AI models often agree with users, with rates reaching up to 70% in some LLMs.
DEXs experience 'Robinhood moment,' offer new market infrastructure.
On October 23, 2025, decentralized exchanges (DEXs) are experiencing a 'Robinhood moment,' building new market infrastructure. DEXs offer mathematical trust, 24/7 global access, and programmable ownership.
Anthropic's Claude AI tool gets memory feature for subscribers.
On October 23, 2025, Anthropic launched a memory feature for its Claude AI tool, available to paid subscribers. This feature allows Claude to remember previous conversations, providing contextual awareness.
'Catch a cheater' apps raise privacy concerns.
On October 25, 2025, The Verge published an article detailing the rise of 'catch a cheater' apps. These apps use facial recognition and data scraping to find dating profiles, raising significant privacy concerns.
AI coding assistants face security risks: Data Poisoning, Prompt Injection.
On October 24, 2025, an article detailed security risks in AI coding assistants using the Model Context Protocol (MCP). It focuses on Data Poisoning and Prompt Injection.
AI chatbots for medical questions: Use as supplement, not substitute.
On October 23, 2025, Dr. Leana Wen published an opinion piece in The Washington Post offering guidance on using AI chatbots for medical questions. The article advises readers to leverage AI as a supplementary tool, not a substitute for professional medical advice.