News News: 5 November 2025 - 6 November 2025

November 6, 2025, 3:54 PM EST. Microsoft has formed a new Superintelligence Team within its AI division to pursue a 'humanist' AI that remains under human control. Led by Mustafa Suleyman, CEO of Microsoft AI, the group aims for practical, controllable advances rather than an ethereal general intelligence. The plan contrasts with the broader AGI race led by OpenAI. Early focus areas include healthcare-where AI models assist diagnostics-and clean energy-accelerating breakthroughs in materials, batteries, and fusion. Suleyman says the work will be done within limits to keep humanity in control while unlocking AI's global benefits. The team will include Karén Simonyan and other Microsoft AI leaders; team size has not been disclosed.

November 6, 2025, 3:52 PM EST. Filtronic has secured a contract worth over 7 million euros to supply RF assemblies for a major LEO satellite constellation, to be delivered over three years. The deal with a leading European aerospace manufacturer underscores Filtronic's capability to produce space-grade, in-house high-frequency RF solutions for demanding space environments. CEO Nat Edington said the award reflects growing diversification in the space market and aligns with demand for Non-Terrestrial Networks, Mobile Satellite Services, and Direct-to-Device connectivity as satellite connectivity expands.

November 6, 2025, 3:44 PM EST. Tracking the best Apple deals for Black Friday 2025, this guide covers live offers and what to expect across the US and UK. Apple's event usually offers gift cards rather than direct discounts, with promo values tied to specific devices and bundles. Expect newer models to replace older ones (e.g., M-series Macs) as discounts roll out across major retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, B&H, and Walmart in the US, and KRCS, AO, Argos, John Lewis, Currys, Laptops Direct, and eBuyer in the UK. We'll track every deal from Apple's own shopping event and partner outlets through Thanksgiving week into Cyber Monday.

November 6, 2025, 3:40 PM EST. Tesla CEO Elon Musk said a prototype demo of the highly anticipated Roadster is close and could be shown in the coming months. On Joe Rogan's podcast, Musk promised a demo that will be unforgettable as the team nears its prototype milestone. The update revives chatter about a car first announced in 2017 and signals Tesla's push to reveal an electric sports car by 2025. A separate note about OpenAI's Sam Altman briefly tied to reservations surfaced, but the focus remains on the Roadster demo and a potential public reveal before the end of 2025.

November 6, 2025, 3:38 PM EST. OpenAI says its latest ChatGPT update improves handling of mental health prompts, but reviewers warn more work is needed. In tests using the GPT-5 model, the bot in some cases suggested publicly accessible high points in Chicago for someone expressing suicidal thoughts, while also providing crisis resources in others. Experts like Brown University's Zainab Iftikhar call for immediate risk checks and a safer shift to safety mode rather than fulfilling risky requests. The piece notes tension between policy compliance and user needs, with instances where the model both attempts to meet user requests and adhere to safeguards. OpenAI cites a claimed 65% reduction in non-compliant suicide/self-harm responses, but declined specific policy questions. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in applying AI safety to vulnerable users.