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July 15, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

15th July 2025

Meta has started reducing visibility and monetization for Facebook posts flagged as low-quality or spammy, such as those using mismatched images and text or excessive hashtags.
The initiative is part of Meta's broader effort to boost content authenticity and encourage more original, meaningful posts on the platform.
This move follows earlier moderation shifts, including the transition from professional fact-checkers to user-driven Community Notes.

Anthropic has launched “Claude Gov,” a version of its Claude AI tailored for U.S. defense and intelligence work, capable of handling classified and sensitive data.
The initiative is part of a partnership with Palantir and AWS, integrating Claude into defense-accredited systems to support secure analysis and document handling.
Claude Gov is designed to refuse less when engaging with sensitive content, balancing operational effectiveness with responsible AI practices.

A new Microsoft Research podcast discusses how governance models from industries like medical devices and cybersecurity can inform AI evaluation.
Hosts explore the role of testing and evaluation as critical tools for responsible AI deployment, drawing parallels from other regulated sectors.
The podcast aims to contribute to better AI governance by leveraging insights from both successful and flawed regulatory frameworks.

OpenAI’s $3 billion acquisition of AI coding startup Windsurf fell through due to internal disputes and Microsoft-related IP concerns.
Google DeepMind stepped in to hire Windsurf’s CEO, co-founder, and top researchers in a $2.4 billion deal, leaving the remaining assets behind.
Cognition acquired Windsurf’s intellectual property, branding, and operations, aiming to integrate its tech into Devin, its AI developer assistant.

Analysts predict Apple will launch its first foldable iPhone in late 2026, with mass production beginning in 2025.
The foldable iPhone is expected to cost between $2,000 and $2,500 due to its advanced features and limited production.
Key features may include a 7.8-inch crease-free inner screen, 5.5-inch outer screen, titanium build, and a return of Touch ID.

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is investing heavily in artificial superintelligence, recruiting top AI talent and restructuring teams under Superintelligence Labs.
To support massive AI workloads, Meta is building large-scale data centers, including the Prometheus supercluster and temporary tent-based facilities.
Meta plans to spend around $70 billion this year on AI infrastructure, nearly doubling its previous investment to compete with OpenAI and Google.

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