Albany approved S9051 this week to bar AI chatbot features that can harm or manipulate kids; the move was driven by parents testimony and advocacy groups.

Flourish surfaced from stealth with $500M and a $2.5B valuation, backed by Bezos and top VCs, promising a low‑power 'Cortex AI' that blends neuroscience and machine learning.

Columbia researchers report precise base edits in early human embryos, targeting PCSK9 and HBG. Experts warn mosaicism and long‑term safety risks remain.