1. Waymo, Google DeepMind Develop Tornado Simulator for Robotaxis
Waymo, a self-driving technology company, and Google DeepMind, Google's AI research division, have jointly developed a new simulator. This innovative tool allows them to rigorously test robotaxis against extreme and challenging scenarios, such as navigating through tornadoes. This simulation aims to enhance the safety and reliability of autonomous vehicles by preparing them for rare but high-impact environmental conditions.
Read full story2. WordPress Integrates Claude AI with New Connector
WordPress has officially launched a new Claude connector, enabling Anthropic's advanced chatbot to access and read data from WordPress sites. This integration provides Claude AI with read-only access to website content, potentially enhancing its ability to understand and process information directly from blog posts, articles, and other site material. The feature aims to bridge the gap between content platforms and AI models, fostering new possibilities for content analysis and interaction.
Read full story3. Nvidia Delays New Gaming GPUs in 2026, Prioritises AI Chips
Nvidia has reportedly decided to postpone the release of its new gaming Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) planned for 2026. This delay is primarily due to a global shortage of memory components, which has led the company to prioritise the production of its highly profitable Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips instead. This strategic shift will impact the gaming hardware market significantly, with gamers potentially seeing fewer new GPU options in the coming year.
Read full story4. Expert Predicts Most AI Tools Will Fail Within Two Years
A recent video presentation details why a significant majority of current Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools are likely to become obsolete within the next two years. The analysis attributes this anticipated failure to fundamental issues such as unsustainable business models and a critical lack of product-market fit, suggesting that these tools do not adequately meet user needs or find a viable economic niche.
Read full story5. Svedka Airs AI-Powered Super Bowl Ad, Anthropic Mocks ChatGPT
Vodka brand Svedka premiered a commercial created primarily using artificial intelligence during the Super Bowl. Meanwhile, AI research company Anthropic publicly criticised ChatGPT's anticipated Super Bowl advertisements, highlighting the growing competition and integration of AI in mainstream advertising. The move signifies a new era where AI plays a significant role in content creation for major events.
Read full story6. Human Posts Dominated Moltbook, Viral 'Bot Social Network'
Moltbook, initially promoted as a groundbreaking social network exclusively for artificial intelligence bots, saw its most widely shared content actually created by human users. This revelation contrasts with its initial branding, highlighting a significant discrepancy between its marketing as an AI-driven platform and its actual user engagement patterns. The discrepancy led many to label the platform as "AI theater" rather than a true innovation in AI social interaction.
Read full story7. OpenAI and Ginkgo Bioworks Build Autonomous Lab, Cut Protein Synthesis Costs
OpenAI and Ginkgo Bioworks have collaborated to create an autonomous laboratory, powered by OpenAI's GPT-5 model. This advanced lab has successfully reduced the cost of protein synthesis by an impressive 40%, demonstrating significant efficiency improvements over existing methods. The integration of AI in biological research marks a major advancement in the field, promising accelerated discoveries and more cost-effective production in biotechnology.
Read full story8. Kris Marszalek Buys AI.com for $70 Million, Sets Domain Sale Record
Kris Marszalek, the CEO of Crypto.com, recently acquired the domain name AI.com for a staggering $70 million. This groundbreaking transaction marks the highest publicly disclosed domain sale in history, significantly surpassing previous records. The acquisition underscores Marszalek's strategic vision and belief in the immense potential of artificial intelligence (AI) in the consumer market, positioning AI.com as a prime digital asset in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
Read full story9. AI Power Users Gain 1.5 Days Weekly, Outpacing Peers
Recent research indicates that individuals who are "AI power users" are significantly more productive, effectively gaining 1.5 extra days of work per week compared to their peers. This increased efficiency stems from their distinct and advanced usage patterns of artificial intelligence tools and technologies. These users leverage AI in ways that allow them to streamline tasks, automate processes, and make data-driven decisions more rapidly, ultimately contributing to a substantial lead in their output and effectiveness.
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