France and Germany bet big on Mistral AI in sovereignty push
European governments are making their biggest move yet to support homegrown AI. France and Germany are partnering with Mistral and SAP to deploy AI across public services starting in 2026.
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Scientists Build First Lab-Grown Human Bone Marrow Model
Biomedical engineers have developed the first realistic bone marrow model made entirely from human cells. This breakthrough could lead to better cancer treatments and more personalized medicine approaches. The 3D model replicates the complex bone marrow environment where blood cells form.
Where Winds Meet hits 2 million players in 24 hours
The Wuxia fantasy game from Everstone Studio and NetEase Games has exploded in popularity following its global launch. It’s already outperforming similar titles while riding the wave of Chinese action-RPG success.
Meta Wins Big in FTC Antitrust Trial Over Instagram and WhatsApp
Meta has won its five-year antitrust battle with the FTC over acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. The judge ruled the FTC failed to prove Meta currently operates as a monopoly, pointing to competition from TikTok and others.
Blue Owl’s Private Credit Headache Is Getting Worse
Blue Owl Capital is facing serious pressure as its publicly traded BDC funds trade at 20% discounts to NAV. The firm’s attempt to merge overlapping funds reveals structural weaknesses in private credit’s hottest player.
AI Isn’t Killing Jobs – It’s Killing Inhuman Work
Artificial intelligence is fundamentally changing work by eliminating routine tasks and creating space for human creativity. This shift requires rethinking job design and leadership approaches. The future isn’t about doing less work, but doing more meaningful work.
Saylor’s Bitcoin Bet Sours as Euro Bonds Tank
Michael Saylor’s Bitcoin treasury company just saw its €775 million preferred stock offering fall below its already-discounted price. The bonds dropped to 78 cents on the euro as Bitcoin prices collapsed. This marks another setback for Saylor’s aggressive Bitcoin strategy.
Musk to Gates: Close Your “Crazy” Tesla Short or Lose More
Elon Musk is publicly pressuring Bill Gates to close his massive Tesla short position that’s reportedly lost $1.5 billion. The warning comes as Musk celebrates shareholder approval of his trillion-dollar pay package. The feud dates back to 2022 when Gates confirmed betting against Tesla stock.
Irish Businesses Are Betting Big on AI, But There’s a Catch
Over half of Irish businesses view AI as a priority investment, with 97% focused on efficiency gains. However, the report warns of urgent skills shortages that could derail adoption plans without government support for training.
NetApp Sues Ex-Exec Over “Red Stapler” Startup Scheme
NetApp has filed a federal lawsuit against former CTO Jón Stefánsson, alleging he developed competing technology while still employed. The case involves secret “Red Stapler” GitHub repositories and an acquisition by rival VAST Data just weeks after his departure.