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OpenAI Unveils 'Astra': AI That Masters Long-Running Tasks

OpenAI has demoed its new 'Astra' model family, showcasing a major breakthrough in AI's ability to autonomously complete complex, long-running tasks without losing focus.

• Sources: OpenAI demoed a new 'Astra' AI model family to US policymakers and regulators this week, touting its improved abilities to complete long-running tasks

AI Safety Prizes Spark Global Race for Secure Future

New initiatives are launching to reward breakthroughs in AI safety, driving innovation in containment and alignment research to ensure beneficial outcomes for everyone.

• AI safety prizes
• The temporal lockbox: a hardened observatory for AI misalignment

AI Revolutionizes Genomics: Illumina CEO Highlights New Opportunities

Illumina's CEO reveals how AI is unlocking unprecedented opportunities in genomic sequencing, promising faster and more accurate insights for healthcare and biology.

• Illumina CEO on Genomic Sequencing Opportunities and AI