The Frontier
Science & tech breakthroughs in AI models, hardware, and computing that define what's possible
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Stanford scientists uncover why mRNA COVID vaccines can trigger heart inflammation. Stanford Medicine scientists traced rare post-mRNA-vaccine myocarditis to a two-phase immune cascade that floods inflammatory signals and draws cytotoxic cells into heart tissue. The work proposes biological markers that could guide formula adjustments to cut incidence.
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Sam Altman is hiring someone to worry about the dangers of AI. OpenAI has posted a vacancy for a senior-level “Head of Preparedness,” tasked with overseeing mental-health, cybersecurity and runaway-AI risks. The position formalises a dedicated internal unit responsible for catastrophic-risk planning across OpenAI’s product lines.
Capital & Control
Tracking the flow of capital and influence that shapes the tech landscape
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India startup funding hits $11B in 2025 as investors grow more selective. Data from Tracxn show Indian startups raised $10.5-11 billion in 2025, with deal count plunging 39 % to 1,518 and seed funding down 30 %. Early-stage rounds rose 7 % to $3.9 billion while late-stage capital fell 26 % to $5.5 billion, indicating investors are tightening criteria and prioritising proven traction over experimental bets.
The Performance Edge
Peak performance science for sustained execution in high-stakes environments
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People Who Drink Bottled Water on a Daily Basis Ingest 90,000 More Microplastic Particles Each Year. A Concordia University review of 140 studies estimates that people who rely on bottled water ingest nearly 90,000 additional microplastic particles annually, compared with 39,000–52,000 from typical diets and tap water. The analysis identifies bottled water consumption as a primary vector for microplastic exposure in humans.
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