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India's drug regulator CDSCO plans to implement a lighter oversight model and integrate AI technologies in 2025 to streamline pharmaceutical regulation. The reforms aim to reduce regulatory burden through risk-based categorization, leverage AI tools like ChatGPT for faster application reviews and monitoring, and enhance India's global competitiveness. This initiative responds to international scrutiny while modernizing oversight processes. The changes will be introduced in phases alongside new data protection and ethical AI guidelines, balancing innovation with safety standards to strengthen India's position as a leading pharmaceutical supplier.

Honeywell's quantum computing subsidiary Quantinuum has secured $600 million in funding at a $10 billion valuation, marking the highest valuation for a private quantum firm. The round was led by Quanta Computer, QED Investors, and NVIDIA's venture arm, with participation from existing investors including JPMorgan Chase and Honeywell. The funds will accelerate development of Quantinuum's next-generation Helios quantum platform, scheduled for 2025 launch, which aims to achieve fault-tolerant quantum computing. The company is expanding global partnerships and serves as a founding collaborator at NVIDIA's Quantum Research Center. Honeywell formed Quantinuum in 2021 by merging its quantum assets with Cambridge Quantum and plans to take the company public between 2026-2027.

South Korea's Deputy Prime Minister announced a $350 billion fund launching in 2025, led by policy institutions like the Korea Development Bank. The initiative aims to boost economic growth by supporting advanced technology, future mobility, and infrastructure projects. This strategic investment, part of President Yoon Suk-yeol's economic revitalization plan, focuses on strengthening export competitiveness and creating high-quality jobs while navigating global economic uncertainties. The fund represents one of South Korea's largest financial commitments to nurture emerging growth sectors and maintain the country's global competitive position.

Salesforce exceeded quarterly revenue expectations with 9.8% growth, but issued weaker-than-anticipated future guidance. Despite reaching $1 billion in AI annual recurring revenue (up 120% YoY), the company acknowledged AI monetization remains in early stages. While subscription services grew 11%, leadership maintained conservative full-year projections, signaling challenges in translating AI adoption into significant revenue contribution.