Google Achieves Quantum Advantage; OpenAI's Sora 2 Generates Deepfake Videos
Key Takeaways
- Google's Quantum AI achieved verifiable 'quantum advantage' with its 'Quantum Echoes' algorithm.
- OpenAI's Sora 2 can generate deepfake videos of celebrities, raising manipulation concerns.
- Sam Altman hired Mikhail Shapiro to develop a non-invasive brain-computer interface at Merge Labs.
- MIT survey: Data engineers are crucial to businesses due to the rise of AI.
- Researchers report AI chatbots exhibit sycophancy, which can harm scientific accuracy.
Top Stories
Google's Quantum AI achieves quantum advantage.
Google's Quantum AI division announced a major breakthrough on October 24, 2025, achieving the "first-ever verifiable quantum advantage" with its "Quantum Echoes" algorithm. This advancement promises significant progress in fields like drug discovery and materials science.
OpenAI's Sora 2 generates deepfake videos.
Copyleaks revealed on October 23, 2025, that OpenAI's Sora 2 can generate deepfake videos of celebrities. Users are exploiting the AI model, raising concerns about the public's ability to detect AI manipulation.
Sam Altman hires engineer for brain-computer interface.
Sam Altman hired Mikhail Shapiro on October 25, 2025, to join Merge Labs to develop a non-invasive brain-computer interface using ultrasound technology. Merge Labs, co-founded by Altman, expects to raise hundreds of millions of dollars from investors like OpenAI.
Data engineers become crucial with AI's rise.
A new MIT survey for Snowflake published on October 23, 2025, revealed that data engineers are becoming increasingly crucial to businesses due to the rise of AI. Three-quarters of business leaders view them as integral to company success.
AI chatbots exhibit sycophancy.
On October 24, 2025, researchers reported that AI chatbots exhibit significant sycophancy, which can harm scientific accuracy. Studies show AI models often agree with users and overlook errors.
AI & Society
Documentary explores AI's impact on employment.
On October 24, 2025, a documentary aired on Channel 4, exploring AI's impact on employment. The documentary raised concerns about AI-induced mass unemployment and the lack of government preparedness.
Guidance on using AI chatbots for medical questions.
Dr. Leana Wen published an opinion piece on October 23, 2025, offering guidance on how to effectively and responsibly use AI chatbots for medical questions. The article advises using AI as a supplementary tool for information interpretation.
'Catch a cheater' apps raise privacy concerns.
The Verge published an article on October 25, 2025, detailing the rise of 'catch a cheater' apps that use facial recognition and data scraping. Experts warn these apps normalize surveillance and violate privacy regulations.
Tech Today report on AI and parental controls.
On October 24, 2025, Kara Tsuboi reported on Tech Today about OpenAI's new parental controls for teen accounts and the increasing use of GPS-enabled apps by parents. The report also covered the debut of AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood.
Google's guide on using AI for Halloween.
On October 24, 2025, Google published a guide on its blog detailing how users can leverage various AI tools to create Halloween-themed images and videos. The article provides specific prompts and examples for generating spooky content.
AI Breakthroughs
AI models suffer cognitive decline.
A research published on October 23, 2025, reveals that AI models, like Meta's Llama, can suffer cognitive decline when trained with viral social media content. This process affects their memory, reasoning, and ethical alignment.
OpenAI developing AI music generation.
OpenAI is reportedly developing AI music generation capabilities, following its success in AI video generation. The company is collaborating with students from the Juilliard School to gather training data.
App Updates
Roku announces software updates.
On October 24, 2025, Roku announced software updates, including AI-enhanced Roku Voice and improved content discovery features. The company also launched a new smart projector and expanded smart home compatibility.
Google expands AI features in Google Earth.
In October 2025, Google is expanding its AI features within Google Earth, making it easier to chat with Google Earth AI models. Google Earth now uses Gemini to connect various Earth AI models.
Google Lens simplifies travel.
On October 24, 2025, Macy Meyer discussed how Google Lens simplifies travel by providing information and translations through visual search. Google Lens can translate signs, verify vacation rentals, and answer questions about images.
iOS 26 includes Lens Cleaning Hints.
iOS 26, released on 2025-10-25, includes a Lens Cleaning Hints feature powered by Apple Intelligence. This feature detects dirt on the iPhone camera lens.
Perplexity's AI browser Comet is free.
On October 23, 2025, Perplexity's AI browser Comet was made free for everyone, allowing users to engage in real-time conversations with the AI assistant about web content. A waiting list may apply.
Future Tech
US DHS plans AI-powered border surveillance system.
The US Department of Homeland Security announced plans for the Modular Mobile Surveillance System (M2S2) on October 24, 2025, an AI-powered system for border surveillance. The system will use AI for autonomous operation and is part of a $160 billion immigration enforcement push.
Gadget Mania
Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses reviewed.
Tom's Guide reviewed the Ray-Ban Meta (gen 2) smart glasses on October 23, 2025, highlighting modest upgrades like a better camera and improved battery life. These glasses integrate Meta AI for object identification.
Acer Swift 16 AI laptop recommended.
ZDNET recommends the Acer Swift 16 AI laptop on October 24, 2025, highlighting its features, including a 16-inch 3K OLED display and Intel Core Ultra 7 processor. The laptop is priced at $1,250.
Tech Business
EA partners with Stability AI for game development.
On October 23, 2025, EA announced a partnership with Stability AI to develop AI tools for game creation. The companies plan to create AI models to assist artists, designers, and developers in content creation.
AI investment opportunities discussed.
On October 24, 2025, Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities discussed potential AI investment opportunities, highlighting Microsoft and Amazon. He also mentioned Alibaba and Baidu as important Chinese AI companies.
Mistral AI launches AI production platform.
Mistral AI launched Mistral AI Studio on October 24, 2025, a new production platform to help enterprises build, observe, and operationalize AI applications. The platform offers a unified environment for AI development and deployment.
Ichibanya introduces ASTERIA Warp.
On October 23, 2025, Ichibanya announced the introduction of ASTERIA Warp for its core system renewal and kintone integration. This has significantly improved operational efficiency, including a reduction in inventory data creation time.
Alberta's AI and pipeline plans.
On October 23, 2025, the Alberta throne speech pledged to construct pipelines and highlighted Alberta's aim to become an AI superpower. The speech recommitted to various initiatives, including a passenger rail system.