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DeepMind Turns to EVE Online as a Sandbox for Long-Horizon AI

Google DeepMind has taken a minority stake in the company behind EVE Online and plans to use an offline version of the game to study AI systems that must plan, remember, and learn in complex, persistent environments.

Key Takeaways

Google DeepMind took a minority stake in the company behind EVE Online.
Researchers will test AI models in an offline local-server version of the game to avoid affecting live players.

DT Editorial Team·May 8, 2026·via arstechnica.com

AI-Designed Drugs Move Closer to Human Testing at Isomorphic Labs

Isomorphic Labs says it is preparing to enter the clinic with drugs designed using AlphaFold-based AI tools, bringing one of the boldest promises in AI drug discovery closer to a real-world test.

Key Takeaways

Isomorphic Labs says it is preparing to begin human trials.
The company uses AlphaFold-based AI systems for drug discovery.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 24, 2026·via wired.com

Boston Dynamics Turns to Gemini as It Pushes Spot Toward Better Reasoning

Boston Dynamics says Google DeepMind’s Gemini will bring stronger reasoning and adaptability to AIVI-Learning, signaling a familiar but still difficult next step for robotics: moving from precise control to more flexibl

Key Takeaways

Boston Dynamics says Gemini will improve reasoning and adaptability for Spot through AIVI-Learning.
The announcement reflects a larger industry push to combine foundation models with physical robots.

DT Editorial Team·Apr 15, 2026·via therobotreport.com

Apptronik Nears $1 Billion in Total Funding as Humanoid Robot Race Intensifies

The Austin-based startup extended its Series A to over $935 million, attracting John Deere and Qatar Investment Authority as it prepares to unveil a new version of its Apollo humanoid robot.

DT Editorial Team·Feb 12, 2026·3 min read·via therobotreport.com