A new study shows that AI coding assistants actually slow down experienced developers by 19%, challenging the idea that AI always boosts productivity. Highlights this week include the release of several AI models and tools like Grok 4, Devstral Small 1.1, Perplexity Comet browser, and more. There are also 19 free AI tools available to boost creativity, productivity, and learning.
In healthcare, researchers have developed an AI tool that creates detailed 3D maps of cancer cells to help with precision medicine. Another new AI tool called Ark+ helps doctors interpret chest X-rays more accurately, improving patient outcomes.
A survey found that 87% of Saudi travelers use generative AI tools like ChatGPT and Google Gemini to assist with travel planning.