The world of technology never sleeps – and this week was no exception. From AI breakthroughs and startup milestones to corporate shake-ups and cybersecurity alerts, here’s a quick and compelling recap of what made headlines in tech between July 7–13, 2025:
Digital Connectivity Shifts
Turkey restricted access to 13 eSIM providers, following a regulatory decision by BTK.
Ukraine became the first country in Europe to launch Starlink mobile internet, a major step for national resilience and digital autonomy.
Crypto Hits New Heights
Bitcoin soared to a historic $117,000, reaching an all-time high and stirring excitement among investors worldwide.
AI Race Intensifies
OpenAI is preparing to launch GPT-5, combining several models into one powerful system.
xAI introduced Grok 4, entering direct competition with OpenAI's upcoming models.
Perplexity launched the AI-powered Comet browser, while OpenAI is testing its own AI-integrated browser.
AWS and Anthropic opened a new AI agent marketplace, allowing developers to deploy intelligent agents faster than ever.
Cybersecurity and Legal Firsts
OpenAI rolled out new security measures to prevent internal data leaks and corporate espionage.
A cyberattack targeting smart home cameras in Azerbaijan was blocked by the State Security Service (DTX).
Turkey launched a criminal case against the Grok AI system, raising questions about AI and legal responsibility.
Teachers’ identities in Azerbaijan are now verified using SİMA digital ID technology during certification exams.
Big Tech Decisions
Microsoft exited the Pakistani market after 25 years, laying off 9,000 employees globally as part of restructuring.
Apple's Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams stepped down, hinting at leadership shifts in the company.
Meta hired Apple’s former head of AI, intensifying the talent war in artificial intelligence.
CoreWeave acquired Core Scientific in a $9 billion deal, strengthening its position in cloud and AI computing.
Replit and Microsoft announced a strategic partnership to expand developer tools and coding infrastructure.
Startup Buzz and Innovations
Turkish startup Airalo became the first eSIM unicorn in the region, crossing a $1 billion valuation.
Esprossolab launched a unique social café app, letting people connect over coffee in real life.
Jack Dorsey introduced Bitchat, a new Bluetooth-based messaging app focused on privacy.
Popxeber.az started presenting news with music, blending rhythm and journalism in a fresh format.
Other Highlights
NVIDIA is preparing an AI chip customized for China, adapting to export restrictions.
NVIDIA also became the most valuable publicly traded company, with a market cap reaching $4 trillion.
SpaceX is seeking $400 billion in new investments, aiming to scale its ambitious space missions.
From record-breaking cryptocurrencies and AI innovation to regulatory changes and startup surprises, this week reminded us once again that the tech world is in constant motion — and the future is being built faster than ever.
