This news brief covers a range of recent developments and applications of artificial intelligence across various sectors. Google has launched the AI Edge Gallery, an Android app that allows users to run AI models offline, addressing privacy concerns and reducing data transmission. However, the app requires powerful hardware, potentially pushing users to upgrade their phones. In healthcare, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is building an AI-driven data platform to improve clinical quality and patient experience, emphasizing the importance of cross-departmental AI integration. Businesses are leveraging AI to process data in real-time for better strategies, requiring skilled personnel to manage data and address biases. Due to U.S. trade barriers, Chinese tech firms are innovating in AI and seeking new trade partnerships. In education, AI is making strides with new courses and partnerships, though concerns about complex thinking tasks remain. AI is also being used to enhance security awareness training by personalizing content and automating tasks. Floating nuclear data centers are being explored to power the energy-intensive AI revolution at sea. Professionals like Uber's chief product officer are using AI tools to improve efficiency in report summarization and market research. Vectra AI has been recognized as a leader in network detection and response, while Suffolk Law School is partnering with Hotshot to offer AI courses. Finally, AI is improving greenhouse operations in Canada, but concerns about cost, data privacy, and security need to be addressed.
Key Takeaways
- Google's AI Edge Gallery app enables offline AI model execution on Android devices.
- The AI Edge Gallery app's performance depends on the device's CPU and GPU capabilities.
- AI is being integrated into healthcare to enhance clinical quality and patient experience.
- Companies are using AI to process data more effectively, requiring skilled data management.
- U.S. trade limits are driving AI innovation and new trade partnerships for Chinese companies.
- AI is increasingly present in education through courses, partnerships, and tools like ChatGPT.
- AI can improve security awareness training by personalizing content and automating tasks.
- Floating nuclear data centers are being considered to power AI and cloud computing at sea.
- Professionals are leveraging AI tools to improve efficiency in tasks like report summarization and market research.
- AI is enhancing greenhouse operations, but concerns about cost, data privacy, and security exist.
Google's AI Edge Gallery Lets You Run AI Models Offline
Google has launched AI Edge Gallery, an experimental app for Android that lets users run AI models without internet. The app supports models from Hugging Face, including Google’s Gemma 3n, for tasks like image generation and coding help. By running AI locally, the app addresses privacy concerns and reduces data transmission risks. The app is open-source and available on GitHub for developers to test and provide feedback.
Google's AI Edge Gallery App May Push You to Upgrade Your Phone
Google released the AI Edge Gallery app that lets you run AI models on your phone instead of using the cloud. The app includes open-source AI models from Hugging Face, like Google's Gemma 3n. The app has features like AI Chat, Prompt Lab, and Ask Image. To use the app well, you need a phone with a powerful CPU and GPU, like the Galaxy S25 Ultra or iPhone 17 Pro Max.
Google's New App Lets You Run AI on Your Phone
Google has released an app called Google AI Edge Gallery that allows users to run AI models on their phones. The app, available on Android and coming soon to iOS, lets users download and run models from Hugging Face. These models can generate images, answer questions, and write code without needing an internet connection. Google warns that performance may vary based on device hardware and model size.
Chief AI Officer Says AI Is a Team Sport in Healthcare
Rajiv Kolagani, the chief data and AI officer at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, is building a data platform using AI. The goal is to improve clinical quality and patient experience. Kolagani emphasizes that AI should be used across the entire hospital, not just by one person. He believes that understanding both the technology and the business strategy is key to being a successful Chief AI Officer.
AI Helps Businesses Use Data for Better Strategies
Companies have lots of data, but using it quickly and effectively can be hard. Enterprise AI can help by processing data in real-time and on a large scale. However, using AI requires structure, trust, and skilled people. Rani Radhakrishnan from PwC says that companies need people who can manage data, address bias, and understand the business to use AI successfully.
US Tech Limits Push China to Innovate in AI and More
Because the U.S. has created trade barriers, Chinese companies are working harder to cut costs and improve. Many Chinese tech firms started open-sourcing their AI models. Chinese companies will likely try to trade more with Asia, Latin America, Africa, and Europe. These firms will keep trying to make their products more competitive.
Top EdTech News of May 2025 AI, ChatGPT, and More
The top EdTech stories in May 2025 include Anthropic launching a free AI course and Wiley partnering with Perplexity for AI-powered search. Duolingo, Kahoot!, and Chegg topped TIME’s EdTech list. IXL Learning acquired MyTutor, and McGraw Hill expanded its CTE offerings. A study found that ChatGPT improves student outcomes but has limits in complex thinking tasks. Denmark is inviting U.S. researchers due to science funding concerns.
Can AI Improve Security Awareness Training and Stop Data Breaches
Mick Leach from Abnormal AI discusses why security awareness training often fails to prevent cybersecurity incidents. He suggests that AI can make training smarter and more personalized. AI can provide training when it's needed, use role-based content, automate tasks, and offer adaptive phishing coaches. This next-gen approach can change behavior and reduce security risks.
Floating Nuclear Data Centers Could Power AI Revolution at Sea
ABS and Herbert Engineering suggest using floating nuclear-powered data centers to meet the energy needs of AI. The design combines small modular reactors with data centers on barges, using water for cooling. This could solve power issues for AI, cloud computing, and cryptocurrencies. The facilities would be modern, high-density operations featuring advanced server cooling technologies and grid independence.
Uber Product Chief Uses AI for Reports and Research
Sachin Kansal, Uber's chief product officer, uses AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini to work more efficiently. AI helps him summarize long reports and understand market trends. He also uses AI as a research assistant to explore new driver features and brainstorm ideas. He plans to use Google’s NotebookLM for its audio overview feature.
Vectra AI Named Leader in Network Detection and Response
Vectra AI has been recognized as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Network Detection and Response (NDR). Vectra AI's platform defends against identity and network-based attacks in hybrid environments. The AI agents triage, correlate, and prioritize threats in real time. The platform covers cloud infrastructure, data centers, remote workforces, and operational technology domains.
Suffolk Law School Partners with Hotshot for AI Course
Suffolk Law School is partnering with Hotshot, a digital legal training provider, to offer a mandatory AI course for first-year students. This partnership follows an earlier collaboration between Hotshot and a Suffolk Law professor.
AI Improves Greenhouse Operations but Raises Concerns
AI is being used in Canadian greenhouses to improve food production. AI automates tasks like watering and pest control, which improves quality and planning. However, the cost of AI systems can be high for small farms. There are also concerns about trust, data privacy, and cyberattacks. To use AI well, there needs to be open communication, strong security, and equal access for all farmers.
Sources
- Google Launches AI Edge Gallery App for Local AI Model Execution
- Google's brilliant new AI app might convince you to buy a more expensive phone
- Google Debuts App to Let Users Run AI Models on Their Phones
- AI is a team sport, says Chief AI Officer
- AI enables shift from enablement to strategic leadership
- Open Questions | How US tech curbs pushed China to innovate, and where a ‘super AI’ could emerge
- Top 10 EdTech News Stories of May 2025 | AI, ChatGPT, Claude & CTE Trends
- Security awareness training isn't stopping breaches. Can AI help?
- ABS Charts Course for Floating Nuclear Data Centers to Power AI Revolution at Sea
- Uber’s product chief turns to AI for reports and research
- Vectra AI named leader in 2025 Gartner report for NDR sector
- Suffolk Law School, Hotshot Partner on Mandatory AI Course for 1L Students
- Artificial Intelligence Aiding Operations, But Not Without Concerns