1. Google Unveils Gemini Code Assist

• Google introduces Gemini Code Assist, a free AI coding assistant for individuals with high usage caps.
• Gemini Code Assist for GitHub helps detect bugs and provide suggestions during code reviews.

2. Edera Launches to Enhance Cloud Security for AI

• A team of female founders launches Edira, focusing on improving cloud security for AI.
• The company aims to address cloud container defense inconsistencies and promote female leadership in tech.

3. Bybit Cryptocurrency Heist

• Dubai-based exchange Bybit suffers a $1.5 billion theft, the largest in history.
• Over 400,000 Ethereum and staked Ethereum coins stolen, with indications of North Korean involvement.

4. Doge and AutoRIF

• Operatives affiliated with Elon Musk's Doge modify AutoRIF, a Defense Department software.
• AutoRIF is designed to automate the termination of federal employees, raising ethical concerns.

5. OpenAI Job Scam

• A job scam involving an individual named Aiden from a supposed OpenAI operation targets workers in Bangladesh.
• Workers were recruited through Telegram and left unpaid, highlighting challenges in combating fraudulent remote work.

6. OpenAI's AI Model Deployment

• OpenAI decides not to introduce its deep research-supporting AI model to its developer API.
• The company focuses on evaluating risks associated with AI influencing beliefs or decisions.

7. Quora's PoeApps

• Quora's platform Poe introduces PoeApps, allowing users to build and share custom AI-powered applications.
• Users can create visual interfaces by describing the desired app, utilizing various AI models.

8. DeepSeek API Access Resumed

• Chinese AI startup DeepSeek resumes API access after a three-week suspension due to capacity constraints.
• Customers can now add credits for API usage, though server resources remain limited.

9. Microsoft Reduces Data Center Capacity

• Microsoft cancels leases with several providers, reducing data center capacity by a few hundred megawatts.
• The reasons behind the decision remain undisclosed.

10. UK Copyright Law Protest

• Over 1,000 artists release a silent album to protest the UK government's plans to amend copyright laws.
• The proposed law would allow developers to train AI models on artists' works without permission, sparking concern among artists.

11. Chegg Sues Google

• EdTech company Chegg files a lawsuit against Google, alleging that AI-generated summaries of search results have impacted its website traffic and revenue.
• The lawsuit accuses Google of unfair competition practices, including monopoly maintenance and unjust enrichment.