Japanese researchers have developed a silent, floating companion robot designed to glide through indoor spaces. This prototype, a collaboration between a team at Keio University in Tokyo and the MIT Media Lab, moves without the noise of drones or the limitations of wheeled devices. Its soft helium body allows safe contact, enabling gentle nudges, reminders, and even hugs without risk of injury to people or pets.

TikTok has outlined new initiatives aimed at identifying and mitigating the impact of AI generated content, particularly spam. These efforts include expanded literacy programmes, enhanced detection systems, and deeper transparency partnerships within the technology sector.

Chinese artificial intelligence start-up DeepSeek reportedly seeks approximately USD 70 billion in a new financing round, targeting a pre-investment valuation. This follows a Series A round that secured around USD 7 billion, valuing the firm at nearly USD 60 billion. DeepSeek is also expanding its workforce.