On June 27, 2025, Tesla completed its first fully autonomous Model Y delivery in Texas, with no human intervention, reaching 72 mph. Tesla also launched a robotaxi service in Austin with 20 vehicles amid safety concerns, competing with Waymo's larger fleet.

In June 2025, Xiaomi launched the YU7 electric SUV in China, offering up to 835 km range and advanced tech, generating 300,000 reservations within one hour. The YU7 targets Tesla's Model Y with multiple trims starting around $35,000.

On June 27, 2025, Redwood Materials and Crusoe launched a 12 MW/63 MWh microgrid in Nevada using recycled EV batteries to power a 2,000-GPU data center. This system represents a major advancement in sustainable AI data center energy solutions.

Google introduced Veo 3, an AI model generating videos from text/images with audio, while Runway, a $3 billion AI startup, plans a platform for AI-generated video games, expanding AI's role in creative industries.

Apple is developing a foldable iPhone featuring a 7.58-inch display and advanced materials, aiming for a 2026 launch to compete with Samsung and Google foldables.

Experts caution about AI's tendency to flatter users and stress the need for corporate alignment of AI strategies with ethical values and robust data security policies.

In 2025, stablecoins are disrupting crypto markets with growing adoption; Bolivia saw a 530% surge in digital asset transactions amid economic crisis, while firms like Coinbase aim to rebuild stock markets on blockchain.

In 2025, ERC awarded a grant for human-AI expert team research, while Anthropic launched a program studying AI's near-term economic impacts, including potential 20% unemployment risks.

On June 27, 2025, Berlin experts discussed Europe's need for political backing to compete in quantum technology against US and China, highlighting Europe's scientific strengths.

On June 27, 2025, BYD announced a $94 million investment to triple its electric bus and truck production in Hungary, supported by government grants.

In May 2025, average EV transaction prices fell to $57,734 with incentives rising to 14.2%, as the market expands to 75 models including luxury and non-luxury options.

In 2025, Serve Robotics deployed AI-powered autonomous sidewalk delivery robots in Atlanta, partnering with Uber Eats and local restaurants, aiming for 2,000 robots across the U.S. by year-end.

In 2025, Neura Robotics launched the 4NE-1 humanoid robot capable of lifting 100 kg and sensing touch, planning to ship 5 million units by 2030.

Volkswagen's ID. Buzz AD autonomous van, meeting SAE Level 4, will enter mass production in 2026 and be tested by Uber in Los Angeles.

As of June 27, 2025, smart home appliances employ AI, sensors, and IoT connectivity to diagnose issues remotely, optimize energy use, and extend appliance lifespans.

On June 27, 2025, BBC introduced generative AI pilots creating article summaries and style formatting, with journalists reviewing AI outputs before publication.

In 2025, Apatura plans a £3.9bn green AI data center in Scotland, while the US Trump administration prepares executive actions including a $500 billion AI infrastructure project to compete with China.

OpenAI announced its annual DevDay conference for October 6, 2025, in San Francisco, featuring demos and hands-on sessions with the latest AI models.