This Week in AI & Science: Mech Bunnies, Brain Implants & Barking Bots?!

From a robotic rabbit straight out of a sci-fi fever dream to AI models that can literally bark, this week’s roundup dives into the wildest developments in artificial intelligence and science. We’re breaking down encryption breakthroughs, mind-to-speech brain implants, GPT-4.5’s shockingly human persona, and whether robots need awkward thinking faces too.

We also ask:
🔹 Is AI becoming your dog’s new best friend?
🔹 Could a brain-uploaded AI actually be conscious?
🔹 Are we living through the robot revolution—or just watching the trailer?