For years, the notion of a vast censorship network has been spreading in right-wing circles. Now, AI has taken the stage, designing viruses from scratch for the first time.

The story traces how this far-right conspiracy theory influenced Trump’s second administration and highlights its continued relevance today. From government actions to tech giants like Meta facing hefty fines, we explore the multifaceted impact of these ideas.

Covering everything from new virus designs to AI models breaking containment and ethical crypto rules, The Download offers a comprehensive look at the week's most pressing tech concerns.

Elsewhere, an architect dreams big by proposing cities built out of lava. Could this be the future or just another strange idea?