AI Briefly – August 14, 2025
🧬 AI Fights Superbugs
MIT used AI to design new antibiotics targeting drug-resistant bacteria like MRSA. Millions of compounds were tested virtually, and some promising candidates emerged. This could be a major step toward tackling infections that are hard to treat.
🏛️ AI Hits the Federal Office
The U.S. government launched USAi, letting employees experiment with AI tools safely. Think of it as a sandbox where federal workers can test AI without risking sensitive data.
💼 AI Drives Profits
Foxconn’s AI server business is booming—making more money than their consumer electronics now. Demand is so high they’re expanding production in the U.S. AI is officially a revenue powerhouse.
🧠 Smarter Customer Support
Crescendo.ai upgraded to GPT-5, meaning chatbots are faster, more accurate, and more human-like. Customer service just got a big AI boost.
🔍 Market Trends
AI-as-a-Service is heating up. The biggest players are expanding rapidly, and new tools are making AI accessible to more businesses than ever.