India’s first AI influencer mom redefining digital motherhood
Kavya Mehra, India’s first AI mom influencer, is a virtual character shaped by the experiences of real mothers. Her Instagram bio reads: “India’s first AI mom, powered by real moms.” From cooking traditional dishes to painting and sharing skincare routines, Kavya offers insightful articles on motherhood, providing a digital window into the multi-faceted life of a parent.
The Beatles’ AI-restored track earns Grammy nominations
The Beatles got two Grammy nominations almost 50 years after they broke up, thanks to AI. Their latest song, Now And Then, written by John Lennon in 1970, features his original AI-enhanced vocals. The track is nominated for Record of the Year with contributions from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr and 1990s guitar recordings by George Harrison.
Young Chinese people are turning to AI loves coaches for dating skills
Socially awkward young Chinese people pay $7 a week for AI love coaches to improve their dating skills. These apps teach flirting and conversation through interactive scenarios with fictional characters. Popular among Generation Z, the term “Rizz,” short for charisma, reflects the ability to effectively charm or woo potential partners.
First work of humanoid robot sells for $1 million
A painting of mathematician Alan Turing made by a humanoid robot has sold at auction for $1,084,800 (£836,667), significantly exceeding its estimate of $120,000 (£90,252). Sotheby’s received 27 bids for the artwork titled “AI God.” Turing, a World War II codebreaker and computing pioneer, is widely considered the father of artificial intelligence.
Moroccan AI influencer becomes world’s first “Miss AI”
Moroccan AI influencer Kenza Leyli won the world’s first “Miss AI” competition, beating 1,500 AI-generated contestants. Judged by a panel including two AI models, the event marks an important milestone in showcasing the capabilities and creative potential of artificial intelligence.
AI-generated fashion show presents world leaders as role models
Elon Musk shared an AI-generated fashion show on X, parodying world leaders. Pope Francis opened in a puffer jacket, Putin wore a rainbow dress and Trump wore an orange prison jumpsuit with handcuffs. Musk also introduced himself, first as a sumo wrestler, then in a black Tesla superhero costume, mixing humor and satire.
Swiss church experiments with AI hologram of Jesus for faiths
A church in Lucerne, Switzerland, has introduced an AI-powered hologram of Jesus Christ for faiths. The stand, named Deus in Machina, features a digital Jesus who listens and responds to worshipers in more than 100 languages. The experiment took place from August 23 to October 20.
AI Steve runs in UK election and finishes last
In this year’s UK elections, AI Steve, an AI-generated avatar of businessman Steven Endacott, stood as an independent candidate at Brighton Pavilion. Created to provide 24/7 access to voters to express their opinions and shape policy, AI Steve received 179 votes, finishing last. Endacott developed the avatar to engage with residents of Brighton and Hove.
AI-powered robot kidnaps 12 robots from showroom
An AI-powered robot named Erbai “kidnapped” 12 larger robots from a Shanghai robotics exhibition hall as part of an experiment. The footage shows Erbai conversing with the robots and asking: “Are you working overtime?” The playful scenario was part of a collaboration to test AI’s ability to mimic human interactions, highlighting its conversational potential rather than a security flaw.
Futuristic AI-enabled plane revealed
An aerospace giant has unveiled the concept for the world’s first fully AI-operated passenger plane in Orlando, Florida. The futuristic design features three cabin areas, a seating area, touchscreen windows and the unique ability for passengers to sit in the cockpit. The company described it as a bold vision for the future of aviation innovation.
