AI News Archive: June 5, 2026 — Part 16
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- Cell-Type-Resolved Transcriptional Remodelling in Parkinson's Disease Substantia Nigra: An Integrated Framework Implicates NPAS3 and BNC2 Regulatory Subnetworks in Dopaminergic Neurons and Glial Subpopulations
Background: Parkinson's disease (PD) is the second most common progressive neurological disorder that is pathologically characterized by the loss of dopaminergic neurons within the substantia nigra (SN). However, disease progression probably involves coordinated changes across both neuronal and glial cell populations. Although single-nucleus RNA-seq resolved cell-type-specific transcriptional profiling, differential expression and regulatory interpretation are commonly reported separately; however, they may limit the mechanistic prioritization to uncover novel therapeutic targets. Methods: Here, we performed sample-aware pseudobulk framework analysis on single-nucleus transcriptomes obtained SN of PD and control donors. Cell-type-specific differential expression for PD vs. control was identified using edgeR quasi-likelihood modeling (FDR < 0.05; |log2FC| > 0.5). Further, to quantify disease-specific remodelling, we computed one-vs-rest cell-type specificity scores in each condition and defined delta-specificity as the PD-control shift. We further prioritized the gene-set for dopaminergic neurons and microglia based on edge R significance and delta-specificity shifts, followed by upstream regulatory assessment using transcription factor enrichment and subnetwork visualization using ChEA-KG. Moreover, we used Cellchat to identify altered cell-cell communication networks to infer differences between both conditions. Results: Dopaminergic neurons demonstrated upregulation of neuronal-state remodeling transcriptional programs related gene sets in PD group, including receptor signaling and contact/guidance pathways (e.g., CHRM3, ROBO1, PLXNA4, UNC5D, EFNA5), neuronal excitability homeostatsis, RNA components, cellular traffickings and proteostasis, suggesting coordinated remodeling in surviving neuronal population. Microglia exhibited a compact PD-associated signature enriched for regulatory and activation state-related genes. TF networks analysis revealed distinct regulatory subnetwork in each population,including BNC2-centered network in microglia and an NPAS3-centered network in dopaminergic neurons with embedded ZNF804A and chromatin-associated components. Conclusions: In summary, integrating pseudobulk, delta-specificity scoring and TF-network enrichment analysis provides coherent dopaminergic and microglial programs in PD substantia nigra. This framework prioritizes cell-type-specific potential candidate mechanisms for downstream validation. The inferred regulatory networks and interactions are hypothesis generating and need orthogonal validation, such as spatial or proteomics approaches and independent cohorts.
- Effects of a 5-week heart rate biofeedback randomized intervention on texture in the Alzheimer's Disease signature cortical region
Using data from a randomized clinical trial, we examined whether daily biofeedback training that modulates heart rate oscillations is associated with changes in microstructural brain texture in Alzheimer's disease signature cortical (ADSC) and hippocampal regions. Younger and older adults were randomly assigned to one of two daily biofeedback practices for five weeks: slow-paced breathing designed to increase heart rate oscillations (Osc+) or self-selected strategies aimed at decreasing oscillations (Osc-). Intervention effects were observed in both ADSC and hippocampus regions and were confined to a composite texture factor dominated by uniformity and entropy. Across regions, effects were expressed primarily as Time x Condition interactions, indicating differential texture trajectories between Osc+ and Osc-. In the hippocampus, this pattern was further qualified by a Time x Condition x Age Group interaction, reflecting more pronounced effects in older adults, whereas younger adults showed no reliable texture modulation. Partial least squares correlation analyses further demonstrated that training-related texture changes in the left hippocampus, right fusiform gyrus, and right entorhinal cortex covaried with concurrent changes in plasma AD-related biomarkers, with tau- and p-tau related measures contributing most strongly to the multivariate association. Together, these findings suggest that HRV biofeedback may selectively influence specific dimensions of brain microstructural texture and that such changes are meaningfully coupled with plasma AD-related biomarker profiles.
- Singular Value Decomposition-Based Coil Combination Improves the Accuracy and Noise-Robustness of Quantitative Susceptibility Maps
Most high-field MRI scanners conduct imaging using phased-array coils, in which the signals received by an array of coil elements are combined for downstream processing. Optimally combining these signals requires knowledge of each coil's spatial sensitivity profile, which can be acquired from a volume coil with homogeneous sensitivity across the field-of-view. However, this approach is not often used on high-field MRI scanners, especially on non-clinical systems; therefore, this work uses an algorithm based on the singular-value decomposition (SVD), called SVD-B1, to estimate coil sensitivities directly from the array data itself. Images produced by SVD-B1 are devoid of wormhole artifacts and open-ended fringe lines commonly seen in more conventional reconstructions. Quantitative Susceptibility Maps (QSMs) produced using the algorithm were compared to those produced using other combination algorithms across clinically relevant regions of in-vivo and postmortem human brains. As progressive levels of simulated noise were added to the data, SVD-B1's QSMs were up to 3% (in-vivo) and 13% (postmortem) more consistent (as measured by their Intraclass Correlation Coefficient) than those from other algorithms. Additionally, these QSMs were up to 8.5% (in-vivo) and 36% (postmortem) more accurate than other QSMs with respect to a "single-coil" reference. A parallel imaging extension of SVD-B1, called SVD-B1 GRAPPA, achieved similar results for QSMs generated from progressively more accelerated acquisition data. These results show that SVD-B1 can improve the sensitivity of high-resolution QSM to subtle changes in fine-grained tissue structures (e.g., in neurodegenerative disease) and help reduce scan times in clinical settings where shorter scans are imperative.
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- National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-11
MEMORANDUM FOR THE SECRETARY OF STATE THE SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY THE SECRETARY OF WAR THE ATTORNEY GENERAL THE SECRETARY OF ENERGY THE SECRETARY OF HOMELAND SECURITY THE DIRECTOR OF THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET THE DIRECTOR OF NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE THE DIRECTOR OF THE CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCY THE ASSISTANT TO THE PRESIDENT FOR NATIONAL SECURITY […] The post National Security Presidential Memorandum/NSPM-11 appeared first on The White House .
- Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies
The US president said on Friday he expects to meet the leaders of top AI companies next week.
- Google will pay SpaceX $920M per month for compute
In a statement, a Google representative described the deal as a result of unexpected demand for its recently launched AI products.
- Google Agrees to Pay SpaceX $920 Million Monthly for Compute Access
Google Agrees to Pay SpaceX $920 Million Monthly for Compute Access The Information
- Google to pay SpaceX $920m per month for cloud computing
SpaceX has signed a blockbuster cloud computing agreement under which Google will pay the Elon Musk-founded rocket company $920 million per month for access to a massive cluster of AI chips, according to a disclosure in its initial public offering filing.
- NSA said to be readying Anthropic’s Mythos for use in cyber operations
The U.S. eavesdropping agency is reportedly preparing Anthropic's Mythos for use in cyberattacks, despite a federal ban on using the AI model maker.
- US National Security Agency reportedly using Mythos for hacking
Anthropic’s AI model Mythos has not been publicly released because of its powerful abilities to detect and exploit software vulnerabilities.
- Anthropic's Mythos model is reportedly powering NSA offensive cyber ops against China and Iran
Anthropic has reportedly stationed about half a dozen engineers directly at the NSA to adapt its Mythos AI model for offensive cyber operations. The model could be used to break into networks in China or Iran. That fits Anthropic's broader stance: the company's promises around restricting AI use, for mass surveillance, for example, explicitly apply only to US citizens. The article Anthropic's Mythos model is reportedly powering NSA offensive cyber ops against China and Iran appeared first on The Decoder .
- Anthropic warns AI may soon begin recursive self-improvement
The maker of Claude wants AI labs, including itself, to prepare for a coordinated slowdown if models begin building their own successors
- Blackstone, CPPIB-backed AirTrunk to invest over $30 bn in India's data centres by 2030
Hyperscale data centre operator AirTrunk has announced plans to invest over $30 billion in India by 2030, making it one of the country's largest-ever digital infrastructure commitments. The pledge follows the company's April acquisition of Lumina CloudInfra.
- Blackstone-backed Australian company AirTrunk to invest $30 billion for 5 GW digital infrastructure in India—All we know
Blackstone-backed, Australian data centre company AirTrunk plans to invest over $30 billion (more than ₹3,000 billion) to develop over 5 GW of digital infrastructure capacity in India by 2030, the company said.
- AirTrunk To Invest $30 Bn In India To Set Up 5 GW Data Centre
Global hyperscale data company AirTrunk plans to invest $30 Bn (nearly ₹3 Lakh Cr) to develop over 5 GW of…
- AirTrunk unveils $30bn India data centre push
AirTrunk unveils $30bn India data centre push
- AI readiness must reach real work, not just training rooms
The AI talent gap is usually described as a skills gap. I think that is only partly right. The deeper gap is between people who are learning AI as a real way to change work, and people who are only being taught AI as a course, a tool, or a slogan. That difference matters. Some […] The post AI readiness must reach real work, not just training rooms appeared first on e27 .
- The Download: AI hacking beyond Mythos, and chatbots’ impact on our brains
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. The Meta hack shows there’s more to AI security than Mythos On Monday, reports emerged that attackers had used Meta’s AI customer support agent to steal Instagram accounts. Their approach was…
- Meta weighs big equity raising to finance AI infrastructure, FT reports
Meta weighs big equity raising to finance AI infrastructure, FT reports Reuters
- Meta weighs big equity raising after blockbuster Google deal
Facebook parent could sell tens of billions of dollars in new stock as it seeks to finance AI infrastructure
- Meta reportedly considering massive equity raising to finance AI infrastructure
Social media giant seeks to raise tens of billions in stock offering after Alphabet moved to raise $84.75-billion
- Elon Musk's SpaceX signs pre-IPO deal to provide AI computing to Google
Elon Musk's SpaceX signs pre-IPO deal to provide AI computing to Google Gulf News
- SpaceX Signs Pre-IPO Deal To Provide AI Computing To Google
SpaceX Signs Pre-IPO Deal To Provide AI Computing To Google Barron's
- Blacklisted AI company Anthropic, White House ease tensions ahead of IPO: Reports
Blacklisted AI company Anthropic, White House ease tensions ahead of IPO: Reports
- Foxconn, Intel partner to develop next-generation AI infrastructure
Taiwan’s Foxconn, formally known as Hon Hai Precision Industry, said on Thursday it would partner with US chipmaker Intel to develop and deploy next-generation AI infrastructure and intelligent computing platforms, seeking to tap surging global demand for AI computing systems. The companies said the partnership would combine Intel’s semiconductor technology with Foxconn’s manufacturing and system […]
- South Korea labour minister calls on tech firms to share excess AI profits with suppliers, staff
In an interview, Kim Young-hoon told Reuters that companies like Samsung Electronics that outperform profit targets should consider sharing excess gains with suppliers, subcontractors and their workers, after deducting taxes, given their contributions to corporate growth.
- Japan could end up an ’AI colony’ if it falls behind, digital minister warns
Japan could end up an ’AI colony’ if it falls behind, digital minister warns The Japan Times
- US officials eye government stakes in AI companies, NOTUS reports
US officials eye government stakes in AI companies, NOTUS reports Reuters
- U.S. Officials Discuss Taking Financial Stakes in AI Industry
The talks have been with artificial-intelligence leaders such as OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, who pitched the idea.
- Trump Targets Meeting With AI Companies to Discuss Financial Partnerships
Trump Targets Meeting With AI Companies to Discuss Financial Partnerships The Information
- Trump says US may take equity stakes in AI companies
President suggests ‘partnership’ will ease voter concerns about the technology ahead of November’s midterm elections
- US officials eye government stakes in AI companies, NOTUS reports
While the planning is ongoing and details are in flux, discussions have centered on having the firms voluntarily cede the shares to the government, the report said.
- Trump explores federal government acquiring shares in AI companies
Trump explores federal government acquiring shares in AI companies USA Today
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea's next big sector, points to 'some suprises'
He was talking to reporters after arriving at Gimpo airport in South Korea on a flight from Taiwan.He was talking to reporters after arriving at Gimpo airport in South Korea on a flight from Taiwan.
- Nvidia CEO says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some suprises’
Nvidia CEO says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some suprises’
- Nvidia CEO arrives in Seoul with physical AI, gamer meetups and pork belly on the menu
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang speaks to reporters after his arrival at Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul on June 5. [PARK YOUNG-WOO] Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang arrived in Seoul on Friday afternoon bearing what he described as “a lot of business” for Korea in his much-anticipated return to the country after just seven months. Huang landed at Gimpo International Airport on a chartered flight at around 1:20 p.m. Related Article Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to arrive Friday for 4-day trip in Korea Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang to throw first pitch at Doosan Bears game 'Jensen Huang effect' has some investors tracking itinerary, fattening pork-related holdings His arrival came seven months after he took part in a surprise yet casual gathering with Samsung Electronics Executive Chairman Lee Jae-yong and Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Euisun Chung at a chicken joint in southern Seoul in October of last year. “I am back [in Korea because] I want to thank all of [our] partners and customers,” Huang told reporters at the airport. “We had a very big year last year, and the Korean market is doing well,” Huang added. “We are doing a lot of very important work, as you know, AI build-out is accelerating.” While noting that he is “happy” about the recent strong performance of the Korean market, the Nvidia CEO added that the second half of the year will be significantly stronger than the first, and that next year will be even bigger. “I want to make sure that our partners are aligned and prepared,” Huang said. “We have a lot of work to do.” When asked whether he had brought gifts this time, Huang replied that he “brought a lot of business for Korea.” Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang arrives at Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul on June 5. [AP/YONHAP] “I have some surprises. But I cannot tell you. Otherwise, it would not be a surprise,” Huang added. He also noted that he is going to meet with representatives and executives from Hyundai, LG, SK, Samsung and Naver during his visit. Huang said he “loves Korean barbecue” as well as Korean fried chicken and samgyetang , adding all the dishes are “delicious.” His remarks seemingly gave a nod to his plans to have grilled samgyeopsal (pork belly) and soju for dinner with Korean business leaders in the Hongdae neighborhood in western Seoul. The attendees are rumored to include SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won, LG Group Chairman Koo Kwang-mo and Naver Chairman Lee Hae-jin. Hyundai Motor Group Executive Chair Chung will reportedly skip Friday’s dinner because of a scheduling conflict. Instead, Chung is likely to personally welcome Huang at the automaker’s headquarters in southern Seoul’s Yangjae-dong district on Monday. After leaving the airport, Huang was expected to head to his first official stop in Korea: the base camp of professional gaming team T1, at a PC bang (gaming cafe) in Donggyo-dong in Mapo District, western Seoul. Huang, who has frequently expressed strong interest in Korea’s gaming culture and esports landscape, is scheduled to meet T1 captain Lee Sang-hyeok, better known as Faker, the League of Legends champion. Faker became the first esports athlete to receive the Cheongnyong Medal, the highest class of the Order of Sports Merit. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang signs autographs at Gimpo International Airport in western Seoul on June 5. [AP/YONHAP] Industry observers expect the dinner gathering will cover potential collaboration in the fields of high bandwidth memory (HBM), AI data centers, autonomous driving, robotics and physical AI, all of which are sectors involving Nvidia and Korean companies. During his stay, Huang is also expected to meet with academic researchers and startup entrepreneurs to discuss cooperation. His itinerary is also expected to include an appearance on tvN’s talk show “You Quiz on the Block” (2018–) and tossing the ceremonial first pitch at a Doosan Bears home game at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul. Huang is expected to leave Korea either late Monday or Tuesday morning after completing his schedule in Korea. This article was originally written in Korean and translated by a bilingual reporter with the help of generative AI tools. It was then edited by a native English-speaking editor. All AI-assisted translations are reviewed and refined by our newsroom. BY JANG GU-SEUL [lee.soojung1@joongang.co.kr]
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang embarks on packed Seoul visit focused on AI, robotics
Nvidia founder and CEO Jensen Huang is set to touch down in Seoul on Friday afternoon, kicking off a four-day trip focused on deepening ties with South Korea’s tech, manufacturing and AI industries. The highly anticipated visit will be Huang’s longest stay here in recent years and comes as Nvidia seeks to expand its partnership beyond semiconductors into emerging areas such as robotics, physical AI and AI infrastructure. Huang last visited Korea seven months ago for the APEC summit, where he mad
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some surprises’
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some surprises’ The Straits Times
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some suprises’
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says robotics is South Korea’s next big sector, points to ‘some suprises’ The Straits Times
- WWDC Is Apple’s Second Chance to Solve AI. The Pressure Is On.
WWDC Is Apple’s Second Chance to Solve AI. The Pressure Is On. Barron's
- SoftBank's Masayoshi Son says AI is already designing OpenAI's next model
The SoftBank CEO told CNBC that superintelligence is arriving within two years, sooner than his earlier public forecast
- South Korea stocks fall over 5% as tech heavyweights follow plunge in Wall Street's AI-linked names
Asia-Pacific markets fell on Friday as investors assessed a rotation out of chip stocks on Wall Street that lifted the Dow Jones Industrial Average to a record close.
- Asian Stocks Take Another Hit From AI, Mideast Worries
Asian Stocks Take Another Hit From AI, Mideast Worries Barron's
- The Tech Download: Anthropic’s IPO sets up first big test of AI boom valuations
Anthropic took a big step this week towards pipping bitter rival OpenAI to a public market listing.
- Anthropic’s Call for A.I. Nonproliferation
The artificial intelligence giant said a “brake pedal” was needed to protect humanity from self-improving models. The proposal could have big consequences.
- Innovative AI Creators Are Moving Past AI’s One-Trick Pony Era
AI creative innovators are showing that craft, story, collaboration and taste still rule, breaking from “AI slop”, the use of AI to quickly, and tastelessly, generate outputs with little effort.
- Anthropic warns AI could soon build itself without human involvement—and urges a global pause on development
Anthropic warns AI could soon build itself without human involvement—and urges a global pause on development Fortune
- What smart people are saying about Anthropic suggesting a global AI pause
What smart people are saying about Anthropic suggesting a global AI pause Business Insider
- Anthropic says frontier AI labs may need to slow down so society can catch up
Anthropic says frontier AI labs may need to slow down so society can catch up Business Insider