Lilly has secured exclusive rights to use Ascidian’s RNA exon‑editing platform for new kidney disease treatments. The system can fix faulty genes without permanently changing a patient’s DNA, offering an alternative to traditional CRISPR methods. The deal gives Ascidian up to $1. 9 billion, split
DeepSeek, a Chinese artificial‑intelligence firm known for its V3 and R1 models, plans to raise about $7. 4 billion in its first round of external funding. The deal could value the company at up to $59 billion, putting it among China’s biggest tech financings. The startup has grown without outsid
The company has reshuffled its senior ranks, adding and promoting leaders across tech, operations, finance, law, and golf ties. These moves aim to boost day‑to‑day performance while building long‑term value for a worldwide network of venues. Jay Spears steps in as chief information officer, takin
A new panel discussion in Paris revealed that big banks are hesitant to use public blockchains. The main reason, according to a top executive from a $1. 74 trillion asset manager, is that blockchain technology removes the need for banks to act as middlemen in transactions. When a smart contract can
A new fiber sensor can spot tiny starch traces in water used for cleaning food. It helps stop cross‑contamination and keeps water clean. The device is built from a special fiber design that mixes regular multimode fiber with a core‑less section. A gel layer sits on the core‑less part to capture star
A new study shows that tiny DNA shapes, called tetrahedral framework nucleic acids or tFNAs, can calm the overactive immune system that attacks the thyroid in Hashimoto’s disease. Researchers first treated mice with these nanostructures and saw a clear shrinkage of the swollen gland, fewer immune ce
Microsoft recently introduced Scout, an AI assistant that can handle phone calls, read emails, and organize schedules without needing constant supervision. This is part of a new group of AI tools called "Autopilot, " which work independently instead of just helping users like older assistants did. S
Voice tech promises to free nurses from typing while they care for patients, but real-world tests show it’s not that simple. Paper records used to be the norm, but now digital systems rule nursing work. The idea is to let nurses talk instead of type, keeping their hands and eyes on the patient. Earl
A massive letter from the pope on AI surprised many by avoiding extreme views. Instead of rejecting technology outright, it called for careful use while warning about risks like inequality and loss of human dignity. The document, released with an AI expert, stirred debate among Catholics about how f
The U. S. government just changed the rules for powerful AI tools. Instead of waiting for these systems to hit the market, officials now want a sneak peek—up to a month early. President Trump signed an order asking AI companies to hand over their most advanced models for review before wider release.
