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1. Google Signs Classified AI Deal With Pentagon for 'Any Lawful' Government Use

Google has agreed to allow the U.S. Department of Defense to use its AI models for 「any lawful government purpose」 under a classified deal, according to The Information. The announcement comes despite over 600 Google employees signing a petition opposing military AI contracts, marking a significant shift in the company's AI deployment strategy.

2. OpenAI Misses Revenue Targets as Anthropic and Google Close In

OpenAI fell short of its own internal revenue targets in recent periods as compute costs mounted, according to reporting on internal company performance metrics. The shortfall comes as competitors Anthropic and Google escalate their AI efforts, with Google investing up to $40 billion in Anthropic—a move that underscores the intensifying competition in the generative AI space.

3. GM Raises 2026 Guidance on $500M Tariff Refund, Beats Earnings Expectations

General Motors raised its 2026 full-year guidance and topped Wall Street earnings expectations in Q1, aided by a $500 million tariff refund and strong operational performance. The company continues to navigate impact from the Iran war, geopolitical tariffs, and EV market challenges.

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4. Coca-Cola Beats Estimates, Raises Outlook as Global Beverage Demand Rebounds

Coca-Cola topped first-quarter earnings estimates and raised its full-year outlook, bolstered by strong global beverage demand and pricing power. The company's results suggest consumer resilience despite broader economic concerns.

5. Strait of Hormuz Shipping Crisis: Insurance Costs Could Hit 20x Pre-War Levels

The ongoing Iran war has created severe disruptions to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint. Even if the strait reopens, commercial shipping insurance premiums could skyrocket to 20 times pre-war levels, threatening global oil markets and trade flows.

6. GitHub Copilot Switches to Token-Based Billing Starting June 2026

GitHub has announced a shift from subscription-based pricing to token-based billing for Copilot, effective June 2026. The new model will charge users based on actual API token consumption, creating a more granular and potentially cost-transparent pricing structure for developers.

7. King Charles III Addresses U.S. Congress Amid Diplomatic Tensions and Iran War

King Charles III is addressing the U.S. Congress on Tuesday, delivering a diplomatic message emphasizing that the UK and US 「always find ways to come together.」 The visit comes at a fraught moment for U.S.-British relations, shadowed by Iran tensions and unresolved diplomatic disagreements.

8. Lightelligence IPO Soars 400% as Investors Bet on Optical AI Infrastructure

Lightelligence, an AI infrastructure startup, debuted on the stock exchange with a stunning 400% surge, briefly hitting a $10 billion market cap despite just $15.5 million in annual revenue. The dramatic valuation reflects investor conviction that optical interconnects represent the next computational bottleneck in AI scaling.

9. Eli Lilly Enlists AI Startup Profluent to Engineer Next-Generation Gene Editors Beyond CRISPR

Eli Lilly has partnered with AI startup Profluent to develop advanced gene editors using AI-designed enzymes capable of inserting entire genes—moving beyond CRISPR's capabilities. This deal could reshape genetic medicine by enabling more complex therapeutic interventions.

10. Kakao Mobility Sets Level 4 Autonomous Driving Roadmap as Part of Physical AI Push

South Korean mobility company Kakao Mobility has unveiled plans to develop Level 4 autonomous driving technologies in-house, marking a significant commitment to physical AI capabilities. The roadmap signals a strategic pivot toward embodied AI systems.

11. Microsoft Confirms Remote Desktop Security Warnings May Display Incorrectly

Microsoft has acknowledged a bug where new Windows security warnings for Remote Desktop (.rdp) files are not displaying correctly. The issue affects user security awareness when opening RDP connections, and Microsoft is working on a fix.

12. How South Korea Uses AI to Monitor Elderly Living Alone and Combat Dementia

In the world's fastest-aging society, South Korea is deploying AI-powered care call systems to monitor older adults living alone and assist with dementia detection. The technology represents a innovative response to demographic challenges facing developed nations.

13. Trump Administration Fast-Tracks Psychedelic Drug Reviews, Signaling GOP Policy Shift

The Trump administration is expediting reviews of psychedelic drugs for medical purposes, marking a notable shift in Republican drug policy traditionally opposed to such substances. The move reflects growing clinical evidence for psychedelics' therapeutic potential.

14. Spotify Reports 293M Premium Subscribers but Stock Tanks on Weak Guidance

Spotify reached a record 293 million premium subscribers and posted record operating income in Q1, buoyed by price hikes, but the company's guidance for Q2 disappointed investors, sending stock price lower. The platform faces ongoing pressure to monetize its massive user base.

15. AI-Powered Robot Achieves Expert Level in Table Tennis, Setting Sports Benchmark

A robotics team has developed an AI-powered robot that has reached expert-level table tennis proficiency, demonstrating significant advances in embodied AI and real-time decision-making. The achievement marks a new benchmark for AI performance in dynamic sports environments.

16. ADT Confirms Data Breach After Extortion Threat From ShinyHunters Group

Security company ADT has confirmed a significant data breach following an extortion threat from the ShinyHunters cybercriminal group. The incident highlights ongoing vulnerabilities in major security infrastructure providers.

17. Logitech MX Creative Console Now Controls Microsoft Office With New Productivity Plugins

Logitech has announced Productivity Plugins for its MX ecosystem, enabling direct control of Microsoft Office applications through the MX Creative Console and other MX accessories. The integration streamlines creative and office workflows.

18. Airborne Desert Dust May Warm Climate Far More Than Previously Expected

New analysis shows that atmospheric dust plays a more significant warming role than previously thought, both reflecting sunlight and insulating the planet. This finding could have major implications for climate models and our understanding of global warming.

19. Annecy Animation Festival 2026 Celebrates Global Diversity Amid Industry Crisis

The 2026 Annecy International Animation Film Festival has unveiled a packed lineup featuring works from France, Japan, and beyond, celebrating animation's range and power despite ongoing market challenges in the industry. Highlights include new films from Brad Bird and Pixar.

20. Microsoft Outlook Outage Requires iPhone Users to Re-Enter Credentials

After resolving a widespread Outlook.com outage on Monday, Microsoft is asking iPhone users to re-enter their credentials to restore access to Outlook and Hotmail. The incident affects a significant portion of the company's email user base.