AI Matters
Why it matters
Google DeepMind releases open-source AI for cyclone forecasting
The Decoder Google Deepmind's WeatherNext predicts cyclone tracks and intensity at the same time
Google DeepMind released WeatherNext, an open-source AI model that predicts tropical cyclone paths and intensity a full day earlier than traditional forecasting models.
Why it matters
Better storm tracking gives communities more time to prepare for severe weather, potentially saving lives and reducing property damage.
Latest brief · Aug 9, 2026