Recent developments in artificial intelligence span various sectors, highlighting both its potential and the challenges it presents. Gmail is now automatically generating AI summaries for long email threads using Gemini, Google's AI assistant, a feature available to Workspace users on both iOS and Android, though currently limited to English-language emails. Users can disable this feature, but it requires turning off other smart features as well. In another significant advancement, Chinese scientists have developed the world's first AI nuke inspector, designed to distinguish between real and fake nuclear warheads, a project based on a joint proposal by Chinese and American scientists. This AI uses cryptography and nuclear physics to verify warheads without revealing design details, aiming to improve China's position in nuclear disarmament talks. However, AI is not without its controversies. Builder.ai, an AI startup, faces accusations of inflating sales figures through questionable transactions with VerSe Innovation, claims which VerSe denies. In Cheyenne, a local council seat could potentially be filled by an AI system, as a candidate plans to hand over his seat to an AI after being elected, raising legal questions under Wyoming law. AI is also driving upgrades in data centers, shifting them towards smaller, decentralized facilities to reduce data loss and improve automation. In healthcare, an AI tool in Utah, RiskPath, predicts chronic diseases years in advance, offering the potential for early intervention. The New York Times has licensed its content to Amazon for AI training purposes, while the NSA and CISA have issued guidance on securing data used in AI models to mitigate risks in supply chain, data modification, and data drift. Click-Ins is utilizing AI to enhance vehicle damage detection for insurance companies, aiming to automate claims processing and reduce fraud. Meanwhile, NBC News removed a viral video of a Chinese paraglider due to concerns that it was AI-generated, prompting a re-investigation into the story's authenticity.
Key Takeaways
- Gmail now automatically generates AI summaries for long email threads using Gemini for Workspace users.
- The Gmail AI summary feature is currently only available for English-language emails.
- Chinese scientists have created the world's first AI nuke inspector to distinguish real nuclear warheads from fakes.
- Builder.ai is accused of faking sales with VerSe Innovation to inflate revenue.
- A Cheyenne council seat could potentially be filled by an AI system.
- AI is driving data center upgrades, shifting towards smaller, decentralized facilities.
- An AI tool in Utah, RiskPath, predicts chronic diseases years in advance.
- The New York Times has licensed its content to Amazon for AI training.
- NSA and CISA advise securing data used in AI models.
- Click-Ins uses AI to detect car damage and fight insurance fraud.
Gmail's Gemini now summarizes emails automatically but you can turn it off
Google's Gemini in Gmail now automatically creates summaries for long email threads for Workspace users on mobile. The AI combines key points and updates the summary as new replies arrive. This feature is currently only available for emails in English. Users can disable Gemini in Gmail settings, but this will also turn off other smart features.
Gmail app now auto-summarizes long email threads using AI
Gmail's app now automatically shows summaries for long email threads on iOS and Android for Google Workspace accounts. Gemini, Google's AI assistant, creates these summaries using key points from multiple messages. The summaries update as more replies come in, but the feature currently only works for English emails. Users need to have personalization smart features turned on in Gmail and Google Workspace.
Gmail's AI summaries now automatic whether you want them or not
Gmail now automatically generates AI summaries for longer emails and threads in the Android and iOS apps using Gemini. These summaries appear at the top of the screen and use bullet points to break down the content. The feature is rolling out for English-language emails and is available for paid Workspace accounts and Google AI Premium subscribers. Users can disable smart features in Gmail settings to avoid automatic AI summaries, but this will also turn off other features.
Gemini AI now auto-summarizes Gmail emails unless you opt out
Google's AI assistant, Gemini, now automatically summarizes emails in Gmail with summary cards at the top. This feature eliminates the need to manually tap an option to summarize emails. Gemini will list key points and update them as replies arrive. The feature is currently available only for emails in English, and users can still manually summarize emails if needed.
Gmail's AI summaries now automatically appear for Workspace users
Workspace users will now see automatic summaries of longer message threads.
China introduces world's first AI nuke inspector
Chinese scientists have created the world's first AI nuke inspector. The project is based on a joint proposal by Chinese and American scientists. The AI is designed to distinguish real nuclear warheads from fake ones. Due to security, specific data about the warheads cannot be shared.
China's AI can tell real nukes from fakes, shaking arms control
Chinese researchers developed an AI system that can identify real nuclear warheads from decoys. This is the world's first AI tool for arms control. The AI uses cryptography and nuclear physics to verify warheads without revealing design details. The system aims to improve China's position in nuclear disarmament talks and uses simulations to train the AI on neutron flux patterns.
Builder.ai accused of faking sales with VerSe to boost revenue
Builder.ai, an AI startup, is accused of faking business with VerSe Innovation to inflate sales figures. Documents show the companies billed each other for similar amounts between 2021 and 2024. It's alleged that products and services were not actually provided for these payments. VerSe co-founder Umang Bedi denies these claims, calling them baseless and false.
Cheyenne council seat could go to AI via nephew candidate
Landon Miller plans to run for Cheyenne City Council in 2026 and then hand the seat over to an AI system called VIC (Virtual Integrated Citizen). His uncle, Victor Miller, previously tried to run for mayor as VIC in 2024. However, election officials vetoed that idea, stating that VIC is not a registered voter and cannot run for office. The legality of Landon's plan is questionable under current Wyoming law.
AI drives data center upgrades with new tech components
AI is causing data centers in Europe to upgrade their structures and processes. The use of AI is shifting data centers from large-scale facilities to smaller, decentralized ones. This allows data centers to be closer to cities, reducing data loss. AI investment is also driving the migration of workloads to the cloud for better automation and data insights.
Utah AI tool predicts chronic disease years early
Researchers in Utah have created RiskPath, an AI tool that predicts chronic diseases years before they are diagnosed. RiskPath analyzes data to forecast conditions like heart disease, diabetes, and depression. It aims to identify people at risk before symptoms appear, potentially preventing the diseases from progressing. The AI is designed to be explainable, showing doctors how it arrives at its conclusions.
New York Times licenses content to Amazon for AI training
The New York Times has licensed its content to Amazon for training artificial intelligence.
NSA and CISA advise securing data used in AI models
The NSA and CISA have released new guidance on securing data used in AI models. This guidance encourages organizations to protect data used by AI applications. It addresses risks in supply chain, data modification, and data drift. The guidance provides best practices for protecting data throughout the AI development and deployment lifecycle.
Click-Ins uses AI to detect car damage and fight insurance fraud
Click-Ins uses AI to improve vehicle damage detection for insurance and rental car companies. The AI system uses computer vision and simulations to accurately identify dents and scratches. Click-Ins creates digital twins of vehicles and subjects them to millions of variations to train its AI. This helps insurers automate claims processing and reduce fraud.
NBC pulls Chinese paraglider video amid AI concerns
NBC News removed a viral video of a Chinese paraglider after concerns arose that it was AI-generated. The video showed Peng Yujiang surviving a high-altitude ascent and freezing temperatures. The network said some footage from Chinese state broadcaster CCTV appeared to be AI-generated. The authenticity of the story is now being re-investigated.
Sources
- Your Gmail inbox now includes Gemini summaries by default - how to stop them
- The Gmail app can automatically summarize those long email threads
- The Gmail app will now create AI summaries whether you want them or not
- Gemini will now automatically summarize your long emails unless you opt out
- Gmail’s AI summaries now appear automatically
- China unveils world’s first AI nuke inspector
- AI vs Nukes: How China's new tech could shake up global arms control
- Builder.ai Faked Business With Indian Firm VerSe to Inflate Sales, Sources Say
- Campaign For Artificial Intelligence Cheyenne City Councilman
- How NEM Alternative Components Are Supporting the AI-Led Overhauling of Data Centres
- AI tool created in Utah could predict chronic disease years in advance
- New York Times licenses content to Amazon for AI training
- NSA, CISA Urge Organizations to Secure Data Used in AI Models
- Click-Ins Taps AI to Enhance Vehicle Damage Detection to Fight Insurance Fraud
- NBC Pulls Viral Chinese Paraglider Video Over Concerns It Was AI Generated