Top new technology news highlights from this week.

Moses Og
June 20, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 5 minutes

AI Accelerates Math Discovery: A new Defense Department initiative is using artificial intelligence to speed up the pace of breakthroughs in pure mathematics, a field where discoveries often take decades.
AI and the Workplace: Studies suggest AI tools can significantly boost productivity, with Microsoft AI tools reportedly saving British government workers 26 minutes a day. However, some predict AI will also lead to corporate workforce reductions. Tech leaders are prioritizing AI adoption, primarily for task automation, but are also concerned about data privacy, biases, and ethics.
AI Hype and Regulation: There's ongoing discussion about how to manage the hype surrounding AI and the need for regulations, with one scientist suggesting bots should be regulated like drugs or airplanes.
Meta's AI Push: Meta is reorganizing its AI efforts, creating a new lab dedicated to pursuing "superintelligence," and is reportedly trying to poach OpenAI staff with multi-million dollar offers. They are also partnering with Prada and Oakley to build AI smart glasses.

Industry and Company News:

TikTok Ban Extended: President Trump has extended the deadline for China-based ByteDance to divest the U.S. assets of TikTok for another 90 days.
Google's Antitrust Setback: Google faces a setback in its bid to overturn a multibillion-dollar EU antitrust fine related to Android, as a top court's legal adviser sided with regulators.
Waymo and Tesla Robotaxis: Waymo is expanding its robotaxi service in California, while Tesla plans a limited launch in Austin this weekend, intensifying the competition in the self-driving car market.
Amazon's Robotaxi Factory: Amazon is preparing to challenge Waymo by producing up to 10,000 robotaxis annually at a factory near Silicon Valley.
Samsung's Health Hub: Samsung plans to launch a "Health Hub" enabling Galaxy Watch users to share health data with doctors, combining sleep, fitness, and heart rate metrics.
Texas Instruments Investment: Texas Instruments plans a significant $60 billion investment in the U.S. under the Trump push.
OpenAI's ChatGPT Business Pricing: OpenAI is changing the price structure for the business version of its ChatGPT chatbot amidst increasing competition.

New Technologies and Developments:

AI-Powered Presentation Technology: Fujitsu is launching a new technology that allows users to create AI avatars and generate presentations automatically in over 30 languages.
Natural Microplastic Removal: Researchers have discovered that natural plant extracts from okra and fenugreek can remove up to 90% of microplastics from water.
IBM's Quantum Computing Roadmap: IBM has revealed a roadmap for bringing a large-scale, fault-tolerant quantum computer online by 2029.
Record-Breaking X-Ray Laser Pulses: Scientists have created the shortest hard X-ray laser pulses to date using powerful XFELs.
Improved Airline Travel Experience: American Airlines is using technology, including a generative AI chat assistant and a redesigned mobile app, to make travel easier and more convenient for customers this summer.
Fonon Technologies' Additive Manufacturing: Fonon Technologies presented a new concept for its additive manufacturing technology at a recent innovation conference.

Other Noteworthy News:

Cryptocurrency Bill Passed: The Senate passed a bill aimed at giving the cryptocurrency industry greater legitimacy.
Mobile Phone Theft Rising: CNN reports a rise in mobile phone theft.
Netflix's Show-Themed Venues: Netflix plans to open two large venues featuring experiences and shops based on their shows.
Nvidia Surpasses Microsoft: Nvidia has surpassed Microsoft to become the world's largest public company.

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