Tech Newsletter: June 17-23, 2025
AI and Automation
Human Verification with Orb
Sam Altman, the creator of ChatGPT, has introduced Orb, a new system aimed at verifying humans online using a unique method involving a glowing bowling ball to scan eyeballs. Orb has already verified 13 million humans across over 20 countries and aims to reach 50 million by the end of 20252.
AI in the Workplace
Amazon's CEO has warned that AI will replace some of the company's workforce in the future, particularly in corporate tasks. However, this shift may also create new job roles as more generative tools and agents are implemented2.
Robotics and Telemedicine
Robotic Telesurgery
In a groundbreaking medical advancement, a doctor used a robot to perform telesurgery on a patient with prostate cancer, with the surgeon located in Florida and the patient in Africa. This procedure was part of the first FDA trial for robotic telesurgery4.
Robotic Sailboats for Surveillance
The Danish Armed Forces have deployed four uncrewed robotic sailboats, known as "Voyagers," for a three-month trial in the Baltic and North seas for surveillance purposes4.
Cybersecurity and Technology
Cyber Attacks Overview
There have been several notable cyber attacks worldwide in 2025, affecting various continents including Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia, Europe, and Oceania. These incidents highlight the ongoing need for robust cybersecurity measures3.
Windows Math Shortcut
A useful tip for Windows users: you can now perform mathematical calculations directly from the search bar by pressing the Windows key and typing your equation, eliminating the need to open the Calculator app2.
Social Media and Messaging
WhatsApp Ads
WhatsApp has announced that it will start displaying ads in certain parts of the app, marking a new revenue stream for Meta Platforms as it seeks to monetize the billions of users on the messaging service4.
Space and Innovation
Artificial Solar Eclipses
A pair of European satellites has successfully created artificial solar eclipses through precise formation flying, a technological feat that demonstrates advanced space engineering capabilities4.
New Ventures and Developments
Trump Family Mobile Phone Company
The Trump family has announced the launch of a new mobile phone company, adding to their portfolio of ventures initiated during Donald Trump's time in the White House4.
NVIDIA's G-Assist
NVIDIA has introduced Project G-Assist, an experimental AI assistant available through the NVIDIA App, designed to assist users in various tasks1.
Takeaways and Insights
- AI Integration: The increasing integration of AI in various sectors, such as Amazon's workforce and medical procedures, highlights both the potential benefits and challenges of automation.
- Innovation in Robotics: Advances in robotics, as seen in telesurgery and surveillance sailboats, are transforming multiple industries.
- Cybersecurity: The ongoing cyber attacks worldwide emphasize the critical need for enhanced security measures.
- User Experience: New features like Windows math shortcuts and WhatsApp ads reflect the evolving landscape of user interaction with technology.
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