Key Technology Trends (Past Week)

 

1.

• is set to launch the Galaxy Z Fold7, Z Flip7, and a tri-fold “G Fold” at its July 9 Galaxy Unpacked event. These models feature thinner, lighter designs, advanced Snapdragon 8 Elite processors, and improved durability with Gorilla Glass Victus 2 and IP58 ratings. The tri-fold G Fold, with a 10-inch OLED display and 200MP camera, is a standout innovation123.

• debuted as the world’s thinnest inward-folding phone, boasting advanced AI features and a 5820mAh battery1.

• is rumored to be preparing a foldable iPhone and a budget MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip, signaling a push into new form factors and price segments12.

2.

• : Tools like Google Veo 2, OpenAI Sora, Runway Gen-4, and Kling AI are making high-quality, cinematic AI-generated videos accessible to creators and businesses. These platforms now offer advanced editing, multi-element control, and support for longer, more realistic clips456.

• : Opera 120 browser introduced an AI-powered translator for 40+ languages, and Pixelmator Pro became the first Mac app to integrate Apple Intelligence features for writing and image editing2.

3.

• : Microsoft announced layoffs affecting about 9,000 employees (4% of its workforce), with significant cuts in the Xbox division and the cancellation of major game projects. The move is tied to heavy investments in AI infrastructure and a push for organizational efficiency7891011.

• faced backlash over its Meta Verified program, with users reporting poor support amid mass account bans, highlighting ongoing challenges in AI moderation and customer service2.

4.

Startup	Focus Area	Funding (July 2025)	Notable Investors/Details
Castelion	Hypersonic missiles	$350M Series B	Lightspeed, Altimeter; ex-SpaceX founders12
Qedma	Quantum computing chips	$26M Series A	Glilot+, IBM Ventures
Lovable	AI web development	$150M Growth	Accel, Creandum; $2B valuation
Natech	Banking tech (BaaS)	$33M Series B	Strategic banking/fintech investors
MediShout	Hospital operations tech	$9M Series A	Heal Capital, Meridian Health Ventures
Yaspa	Fintech, open banking	$12M	Discerning Capital
Peec AI	AI search analytics	€7M Seed	20VC, Antler, Foreword Ventures
Build Concierge	AI customer engagement	$5.1M Seed	Private investors

5.

• : Launching July 9, features a 3D curved POLED display and 50MP OIS camera3.

• : Expected soon, with Zeiss-branded triple cameras and 90W fast charging3.

• : To be unveiled alongside new foldables3.

• : A robot vacuum with a five-axis arm for object removal, representing a leap in home automation13.

• : Smart glasses with advanced AR features, signaling progress in wearable tech13.

• : An open-source robotics platform democratizing advanced robotics development13.

• : A smart health mirror for comprehensive wellness tracking13.

• : Enable offline payments via optical waveguides, hinting at a future where AR glasses could replace smartphones for daily tasks14.

6.

• : Continued rollout is enabling new IoT, AR, and autonomous vehicle applications15.

• : Samsung and others are emphasizing recycled materials and extended software support in new devices2.

• : Advances in telescopes and detection algorithms are accelerating interstellar discoveries2.

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The past week has seen a surge in foldable device innovation, major AI-driven product launches, and significant startup funding in quantum computing, defense, and fintech. Big tech is restructuring for an AI-first future, while new gadgets—from smart glasses to health mirrors—are pushing the boundaries of consumer technology1212784314.