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Complete history of AI signals, ordered by date.
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Jan 23 2026
Hardware

AMD: Performance Improvements for RDNA4 in RadeonSI Driver

New optimizations for AMD Radeon RDNA4 graphics cards have been merged into the RadeonSI Gallium3D (OpenGL) driver within Mesa. These deliveries, arriving shortly after the Mesa 26.0 release, will be included in Mesa 26.1, expected in Q2. The focus is on enhancing OpenGL performance on RDNA4 GPUs.

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Jan 23 2026
Frameworks

Unsloth: 1.8-3.3x faster Embedding finetuning

Unsloth announced an improvement in embedding finetuning speed, with increases of 1.8-3.3x and a 20% reduction in VRAM usage. The new feature supports larger contexts and promises no accuracy loss. It requires only 3GB of VRAM for 4bit QLoRA and 6GB for 16bit LoRA. Several models are supported, including ModernBERT, Qwen Embedding, and Embedding Gemma.

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Jan 23 2026
Market

OpenAI targets the enterprise market in 2026: the strategy

OpenAI has appointed Barret Zoph to lead its push into the enterprise sector. The move comes just a week after Zoph rejoined the company, signaling OpenAI's strong interest in this market segment. The goal is to compete with the major players in the cloud industry, offering AI-powered solutions for businesses.

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Jan 23 2026
Market

Lip-Bu Tan faces Intel’s first real bottleneck of the AI era

Lip-Bu Tan is facing a crucial phase for Intel, marked by unprecedented challenges in the context of artificial intelligence. His leadership will be decisive in overcoming obstacles and guiding the company towards new opportunities for growth and innovation in a rapidly evolving market.

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Jan 23 2026
Hardware

Solum Advanced Materials develops ultrathin stainless steel foil for all-solid-state batteries

Solum Advanced Materials has announced the development of ultrathin stainless steel foils specifically designed for use in all-solid-state batteries. This advancement could lead to safer and more performant batteries for electric vehicles and other applications.

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Jan 23 2026
Hardware

NAND shortages help Phison to enter US server supply chain

Taiwanese manufacturer Phison Electronics is leveraging the NAND memory shortage to expand its presence in the US server market. The company specializes in storage solutions and flash memories, and aims to establish itself as a key supplier for American data centers.

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Jan 23 2026
Market

BizLink's early move to Malaysia highlights shifting dynamics in global supply chains

BizLink's decision to expand production in Malaysia highlights a shift in the dynamics of global supply chains. This strategic move reflects a broader trend among companies to diversify their production locations to mitigate geopolitical risks and optimize costs. BizLink's initiative could influence other companies in the sector to consider Malaysia as an alternative production hub.

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Jan 23 2026
Hardware

Chunghwa Telecom partners with SES to build O3b MEO ground station in Taiwan

Chunghwa Telecom is partnering with SES to build North Asia's first O3b MEO ground station in Taiwan. This infrastructure will support next-generation satellite communications, improving connectivity and reducing latency for enterprise and government applications in the region.

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Jan 23 2026
Market

Taiwan air cargo volume set to hit historic peak in 2026

Taiwan's air cargo volume is projected to reach a historic peak in 2026, driven primarily by chip exports and artificial intelligence. The island is solidifying its position as a crucial hub for air transport of high-value technology goods.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Is Innovation Stalling in the AI Era? A Cry from the Community

A Reddit user expresses frustration with the proliferation of AI apps and tools that seem to replicate existing functionalities, often less efficiently. The reflection raises questions about the actual progress and resource allocation in the current artificial intelligence landscape, dominated by expensive subscriptions and imperfect clones.

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Jan 22 2026
Frameworks

cURL scraps bug bounties amid AI-generated false positives

The cURL project, a popular open-source networking tool, has decided to discontinue its bug bounty program. The decision was made due to the overwhelming number of low-quality reports, often automatically generated by artificial intelligence systems, which place an excessive burden on the development team. cURL's engineers emphasize the need to protect their mental health in the face of this problem.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Voice AI engine and OpenAI partner LiveKit hits $1B valuation

LiveKit, a voice AI engine and OpenAI partner, has reached a valuation of $1 billion. This milestone was achieved through a $100 million funding round led by Index Ventures. The company, founded five years ago, is positioning itself as a key player in the voice AI sector.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Inference startup Inferact lands $150M to commercialize vLLM

Inference startup Inferact has secured $150 million in funding. This investment round values the newly formed company at $800 million. The primary goal is the commercialization of vLLM technology.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

NeurIPS: AI hallucinations contaminate scientific papers

An analysis by GPTZero reveals that numerous studies presented at the NeurIPS conference contain citations generated by artificial intelligence. This raises concerns about the reliability of scientific research when using AI tools without proper verification.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

vLLM raising $150M confirms inference as the new bottleneck

The $150 million funding for vLLM (Inferact) signals a shift in priorities in the AI sector. After years of massive investments in model training, the focus is now on inference, particularly on efficiency, latency, and throughput. The competition will focus on software optimization and hardware compatibility, with a focus on reducing latency and cold start times.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Are AI agents ready for the workplace? A new benchmark raises doubts

New research assesses how leading AI models perform on actual white-collar work tasks, drawn from consulting, investment banking, and law. The results show that most models failed to complete the tasks effectively, raising doubts about their current readiness for workplace integration.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Apple Developing AI-Powered Wearable Pin, Launch Expected in 2027

Apple is reportedly developing a wearable device with artificial intelligence capabilities. The device, similar in size to an AirTag, would be worn as a pin. The launch could happen as early as 2027. It remains to be seen whether the device will be standalone or rely on an iPhone for processing.

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Jan 22 2026
Frameworks

Unsloth announces support for finetuning embedding models

Daniel Han from Unsloth announced support for finetuning embedding models with Unsloth and Sentence Transformers. It promises faster speeds (up to 3.3x) and lower VRAM usage (up to 20%). Example notebooks are available for RAG and semantic similarity tasks. The new version also supports Transformers v5.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Linux Kernel: Fix for Unauthorized GPU Memory Consumption

A vulnerability in the Linux kernel's Direct Rendering Manager (DRM) driver allowed unprivileged users to exhaust kernel memory. The flaw has been fixed to prevent system crashes due to out-of-memory errors.

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Jan 22 2026
Frameworks

Feast Joins the PyTorch Ecosystem: Bridging Feature Stores and Deep Learning

Feast, the open-source platform for managing data in AI, integrates with PyTorch. The goal is to resolve inconsistencies between training and production data, accelerating the release of accurate and reliable models. The integration enables feature sharing across teams and advanced governance.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

DeepMind CEO 'Surprised' by OpenAI's Rush to Integrate Ads in ChatGPT

Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis has expressed surprise at OpenAI's decision to introduce advertisements into ChatGPT. He stated that Google is not pressuring DeepMind to implement similar ad integrations in its AI chatbot. OpenAI's move raises questions about the future of business models for AI chatbots and their long-term sustainability.

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Jan 22 2026
Frameworks

Feast Joins the PyTorch Ecosystem: Bridging Feature Stores and Deep Learning

Feast, an open-source feature store for production AI, officially joins the PyTorch Ecosystem. This alignment aims to streamline the transition from model development to production deployment by addressing data inconsistencies between training and serving environments. The integration promises enhanced data governance and accelerated model deployment.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Humans&: Coordination is the next frontier for AI

Humans&, a startup founded by alumni of Anthropic, Meta, OpenAI, xAI, and Google DeepMind, is building the next generation of foundation models for collaboration, not chat. The company aims to create AI systems capable of working synergistically with humans.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

AI-Powered Disinformation Swarms Threaten Democracy

Advances in artificial intelligence are creating a perfect environment for the spread of disinformation on an unprecedented scale and speed. Experts warn that detecting these manipulative campaigns is becoming increasingly difficult, jeopardizing democratic processes.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

How Claude Code Is Reshaping Software—and Anthropic

WIRED spoke with Boris Cherny, head of Claude Code, about how the viral coding tool is changing the way Anthropic works. The adoption of such tools could revolutionize the future of software development, making processes more efficient and accessible.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Female-dominated careers among most exposed to AI disruption

A recent study by the Brookings Institution highlights how some professions with a high percentage of female workers are particularly vulnerable to the impact of artificial intelligence. Dentists, on the other hand, appear to be among the least exposed to significant disruptions.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Size Matters: Study on the Impact of Penis Size Among Rivals

A study reveals that male penis size influences both female attraction and the perception of threat among men. The findings suggest that, throughout evolution, penis size may have played a role in male competition, influencing access to partners. The research used computer-generated models to assess the reactions of men and women to different male body types.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Scaling PostgreSQL to power 800 million ChatGPT users: OpenAI's strategy

OpenAI revealed how it scaled PostgreSQL to support millions of queries per second for ChatGPT. The strategy includes replicas, caching, rate limiting, and workload isolation. An inside look at the techniques used to handle the massive volume of requests.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Google now offers free SAT practice exams, powered by Gemini

Google now offers college-bound students a new free resource: practice SAT exams powered by Gemini's artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to make test preparation more accessible, leveraging the advanced capabilities of Google's language model.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Mews raises $300M to accelerate AI-powered hospitality operations

Mews, a hospitality management software provider, has raised $300 million in a Series D funding round led by EQT Growth. The investment aims to enhance the use of artificial intelligence in the hospitality sector, automating processes and improving guest experiences. The company plans to expand in North America and Europe, continuing to invest in AI to optimize hotel operations.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

ChatGPT Health: Can It Outperform "Dr. Google"?

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Health, a version of its language model designed to provide medical advice. The initiative arrives at a sensitive time, with growing concerns about the accuracy and safety of health information generated by artificial intelligence. Recent studies suggest that, in some cases, language models can outperform traditional online searches, but risks remain related to the spread of misinformation and over-reliance on these tools.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Palantir helps Ukraine train interceptor drone brains

Ukraine is getting a little AI help with its war against Russia. The country is giving Palantir a new level of access to critical warfighting data so its interceptor drones can become more autonomous.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

PowerShell architect retires after decades at the prompt

Jeffrey Snover, chief PowerShell boffin and hero of Windows administrators around the world, has retired from Microsoft after decades dedicated to automation. His career, spent between Microsoft and Google, has profoundly marked the IT world.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Google AI Mode: Customized Responses with Gmail and Photos

Google is enhancing AI Mode, its AI-powered search interface, with a new feature called "Personal Intelligence." This allows the system to customize responses by drawing on data from the user's Gmail and Google Photos. The feature is available to Google AI Pro and AI Ultra subscribers as an experimental feature.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Cursor used agents to write a browser, proving AI can write shoddy code at scale

Cursor CEO celebrated a remarkable event: using AI agents to develop a browser. The project was partially successful but generated a significant amount of issues that human technicians had to resolve. This demonstrates how AI can generate code, but often of insufficient quality, requiring human intervention for correction and improvement.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

eBay bans illicit automated shopping amid rapid rise of AI agents

eBay updated its User Agreement to explicitly ban third-party "buy for me" agents and AI chatbots from interacting with its platform without permission. The change reflects the rapid emergence of "agentic commerce," with AI tools designed to browse, compare, and purchase products on behalf of users. The updated terms go into effect on February 20, 2026.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Google’s AI Mode can now tap into your Gmail and Photos for tailored responses

Google's new AI mode can now access content from Gmail and Google Photos to provide tailored responses. The company clarifies that the model is not directly trained on user data, but on the interactions between specific prompts and the model's responses. This approach aims to improve the relevance and usefulness of the AI's responses while maintaining a high level of privacy.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Personal Intelligence in AI Mode in Search: Help that's uniquely yours

Google is bringing Personal Intelligence to Search. Google AI Pro & AI Ultra subscribers can opt-in to connect Gmail and Google Photos to AI Mode. This new feature aims to enhance the user experience by providing more relevant and personalized search results.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Google reportedly snags up team behind AI voice startup Hume AI

Google has hired the CEO and top team behind voice AI startup Hume AI, signaling that voice is increasingly becoming the preferred interface over screens. The acquisition could lead to new advanced voice features in Google products.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Neurophos raises $110M to build tiny optical processors for AI inferencing

Neurophos has raised $110 million to develop compact optical processors for AI inferencing. The company aims to address power efficiency challenges in the AI industry by using an innovative composite material for the required calculations. This technology promises to reduce energy consumption in data centers and edge devices, opening new perspectives for AI model deployment.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Intel Updates IPU Firmware for Panther Lake Laptops

Intel has released an updated IPU 7.5 (Image Processing Unit) firmware for its upcoming Core Ultra Series 3 Panther Lake laptops. The update addresses the image processing unit used by the web cameras on the higher-end models, improving performance and fixing bugs. The new laptops are expected to hit retail channels next week.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Anthropic revises technical interview test to prevent Claude cheating

Anthropic has been revising its technical assessment test for job applicants since 2024. The goal is to prevent candidates from using AI tools, including its own Claude, to cheat on the test. The test is designed to evaluate the skills of potential hires.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Google Nabs Top Talent From AI Voice Startup Hume AI

Google has signed a major licensing deal with Hume AI, bringing Hume AI's CEO, Alan Cowen, and several top engineers to Google DeepMind.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Qwen3 TTS: New Open-Source Text-to-Speech Model Released

Qwen3 TTS, a new open-source text-to-speech (TTS) model, has been released. The project is available on GitHub and Hugging Face, offering developers new options for speech synthesis. This tool promises to expand possibilities in the field of generative audio and voice interfaces.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

US Congress Seeks Veto Power Over AI Chip Exports to China

US lawmakers are considering the AI Overwatch Act, a bill that would grant Congress the power to veto exports of high-performance AI processors, made by companies like AMD and Nvidia, to China and other adversarial nations.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Uncle Sam's VMware 'bargain' doesn't include the actual hypervisor

The US General Services Administration is touting discounts of up to 64 percent on Broadcom's VMware portfolio under a OneGov Agreement. However, the core vSphere platform, which is central to VMware, is mysteriously absent from the agreement. This raises questions about the true value of the discounts for government agencies requiring the core hypervisor.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Spotify brings AI-powered Prompted Playlists to the U.S. and Canada

Spotify's AI-powered Prompted Playlists are now available in the US and Canada. Users can describe the music they want to hear using natural language commands, making playlist creation more intuitive. This feature enhances the music listening experience.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Notepad will now tell you all the ways Microsoft has enshittified it

Microsoft is meddling with Notepad again, this time adding a "What's New" screen so users know the latest indignities heaped on the once-humble text editor. The company seems determined not to leave one of Windows' simplest and longest-lived applications alone.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Qwen3-TTS: Open-Sourced Family of Models for Text-to-Speech

Qwen has open-sourced the full Qwen3-TTS model family, including VoiceDesign, CustomVoice, and Base. Five models are available in two sizes (0.6B & 1.8B), supporting ten languages. Code, pre-trained models, and demos are accessible via GitHub and Hugging Face, providing developers with a comprehensive suite of tools for text-to-speech applications.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Qwen developer active on Twitter

A developer of the large language model (LLM) Qwen has been spotted on Twitter. The news was shared on Reddit, sparking discussions in the LocalLLaMA community. Qwen is a model developed by Alibaba, known for its capabilities and performance in various artificial intelligence applications.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Praktika's conversational approach to language learning

Praktika uses conversational AI to provide a tailored language learning experience. By leveraging advanced models like GPT-4.1 and GPT-5.2, the platform builds adaptive AI tutors that personalize lessons, track progress, and help learners achieve real-world language fluency.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Nvidia: AI to create more jobs for construction workers, electricians, plumbers

Nvidia's Jensen Huang believes AI will transform the job market, increasing demand and wages for skilled trades like electricians and plumbers, while simultaneously reducing routine white-collar jobs.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Shield Space completes £2M raise to strengthen space security efforts

Defence technology startup Shield Space has raised £2 million to support its first orbital test flight. The company develops systems to protect satellites from signal jamming and other threats. The funding will support the development of autonomous, AI-driven guidance systems and team expansion.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Hugging Face: the week's top trending models

Hugging Face has released several models that are gaining considerable traction. Highlights include GLM-4.7-Flash for fast text generation, GLM-Image for image editing, pocket-tts for speech synthesis, and VibeVoice-ASR for multilingual speech recognition. Also in demand are LTX-2 for creating videos from images and Step3-VL-10B for advanced reasoning.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Wikipedia Guide to Detect AI Writing Now Used to 'Humanize' Chatbots

A guide developed by a Wikipedia group to detect AI-generated text is now being used as a manual to help AI models conceal their origin. Ironically, the tool created for transparency is being used to make chatbots appear more human.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Turing Institute: Chief Scientist Takes Acting CEO Role Amid Defense Push

Professor Mark Girolami has temporarily stepped into the acting CEO role at the Alan Turing Institute, following the departure of Jean Innes. The transition occurs amid increasing focus on the application of artificial intelligence in the defense sector.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Llama.cpp: CUDA fix for GLM 4.7 Flash Attention merged

A CUDA fix for GLM 4.7 Flash Attention has been integrated into Llama.cpp. The change, proposed via a pull request on GitHub, should improve performance and stability when using large language models (LLM) with CUDA acceleration. The integration is a step forward in optimizing the execution of these models on specific hardware.

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Jan 22 2026
Frameworks

AMD ROCm: Radical Transformation for AI Development

AMD presented significant updates to ROCm, its software platform, at CES 2026. The company aims to break down barriers in the development of artificial intelligence applications, making ROCm an increasingly accessible and powerful tool for developers.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Sparkli: Interactive AI-Powered Learning App for Kids by Ex-Google Team

A team of former Google employees is developing Sparkli, an interactive application powered by generative artificial intelligence, designed to make learning more engaging for children. The app aims to overcome the limitations of current solutions, which are often based solely on text or voice.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

Gates Foundation and OpenAI test AI in African healthcare

The Gates Foundation and OpenAI are collaborating to test the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in primary healthcare in Africa. The initiative, called Horizon1000, aims to introduce AI tools in 1,000 clinics in Rwanda and surrounding communities by 2028, with a $50 million investment. The goal is to support healthcare workers, improving efficiency and access to care, amid declining international funding and staff shortages.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

OpenAI and ServiceNow Partner to Embed AI Models into Enterprise Workflows

OpenAI and ServiceNow have partnered to embed artificial intelligence models and agents into enterprise workflows. The goal is to improve efficiency and automate complex processes within companies, leveraging the advanced capabilities of generative AI. This collaboration aims to transform the way businesses operate, making AI an integral part of their daily activities.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

China rolls out trade-in subsidies again to support ICT device sales

The Chinese government has reintroduced subsidies for the purchase of new ICT devices, encouraging the replacement of obsolete ones. This move aims to stimulate sales in the sector and promote technological innovation. The initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the domestic market, encouraging consumers and businesses to invest in newer technologies.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

AMI Labs in talks for EUR 3 billion valuation to challenge dominant AI models

AMI Labs is in talks to reach a valuation of EUR 3 billion. The goal is to compete with the most popular artificial intelligence models on the market. The initiative could lead to a more competitive landscape in the AI sector, offering alternatives to developers and companies.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Vi Partners marks 25 years with first close of €161M new venture fund

Vi Partners has announced the first close of its latest venture capital fund, targeting €161 million. This coincides with Vi Partners' 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of continuous venture capital activity. The new fund will focus on Series A and early-stage investments across technology and healthcare.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Google alums raise $5M for Sparkli, an AI-based learning platform for children

Sparkli, an AI-based learning platform for children, has raised a $5 million pre-seed round. The goal is to bring its multimodal learning engine to families and schools globally. Founded by ex-Google employees, the platform aims to transform screen time into an interactive and personalized educational experience, fostering creativity and independent thinking.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

AI PC battle heats up as Nvidia and MediaTek join forces

Nvidia and MediaTek are intensifying the competition in the AI-powered PC sector. The collaboration aims to integrate their respective expertise to offer advanced solutions, in a rapidly expanding and increasingly competitive market. The Digitimes article sheds light on this strategic partnership.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

SAS shifts SiC strategy with 12-inch wafers and AI glasses innovation

According to Digitimes, SAS is shifting its SiC strategy, focusing on 12-inch wafers. The company is also reportedly working on AI-powered glasses. This strategic move could position SAS more competitively in the semiconductor and consumer electronics market.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Rapidtek's Black Kite-1 signals Taiwan's push into global low-orbit communications

Rapidtek's Black Kite-1 signals Taiwan's ambition to enter the global low-orbit communications market. This initiative could position Taiwan as a key player in the aerospace and telecommunications sectors, opening new opportunities for technological development and international collaboration.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

AI vibe coding: does automation increase security debt?

The integration of AI in software development brings efficiency, but security risks are emerging. An AI-coded honeypot revealed hidden vulnerabilities, raising concerns about the use of automated coding tools and the potential security debt they generate.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Qwen3 TTS Open Source Coming Soon via VLLM-Omni PR

A pull request on GitHub suggests the upcoming release of Qwen3 TTS open source via the VLLM-Omni project. The news was shared on Reddit, generating interest in the open-source community for potential text-to-speech (TTS) applications.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Slow LLM Generation? Here's a Possible Cause

A Reddit user shared an image illustrating how processing can slow down text generation in large language models (LLMs). The visualization details the steps involved in the generation process, suggesting potential bottlenecks that contribute to the perceived slowness.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Digital Networks Act: EU aims to modernize networks for AI

The European Commission has proposed the Digital Networks Act (DNA) to modernize EU telecom networks. The goal is to support AI infrastructure, promote connectivity equity, and foster a more dynamic startup ecosystem. The law aims to modernize how networks are built and regulated, from 5G towers in rural areas to fiber links between data centers, preparing Europe for the digital age.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Optalysys raises £23M to support photonic computing development

Optalysys, a Leeds-based photonic computing company, has raised £23 million in a Series A extension round. The funding will be used to accelerate the commercialization of its proprietary photonic chips and further develop its programmable computing technology, focusing on AI, cloud, and security applications. The company also plans to expand into the US.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

LLMs in Software Development: One Year In

An analysis of the use of large language models (LLMs) in software development, based on one year of professional experience. Chatbots are useful for exploring code and checking regressions. The largest open-source models compete with proprietary ones, but local execution remains problematic. The article emphasizes the importance of accurate tests and clear documentation, given that code generation has become more accessible.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

GlobalWafers chair sees Taiwan's semiconductor edge, says AI is irreversible

GlobalWafers chairwoman Doris Hsu emphasizes Taiwan's key role in the semiconductor industry. According to Hsu, the rise of artificial intelligence is an irreversible trend that will continue to drive technological innovation and demand for advanced chips. GlobalWafers is a leading global silicio wafer manufacturer.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Chinese AI chipmakers face mixed reactions to Nvidia H200 block

Chinese AI chipmakers are showing mixed reactions to the Nvidia H200 block. The decision could further boost the development of local alternatives, but also raises concerns about short-term competitiveness.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Mercedes-Benz scales back L3 autonomy as AI reshapes the auto industry

Mercedes-Benz is scaling back its Level 3 autonomous driving plans as AI reshapes the auto industry. The German automaker appears to be recalibrating its strategy amid rapid technological advancements and new market challenges.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Anthropic writes Constitution for Claude it thinks will soon be proven ‘misguided’

Anthropic has delivered an updated 23,000-word constitution for its Claude family of AI models. The document guides the model's behavior. The company describes its LLMs as an 'entity' that probably has something like emotions, while also predicting that the current constitution will be proven 'misguided'.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

LLMs for mental health: the risks of prolonged interactions

A new study warns about the risks of using large language models (LLMs) in mental health support. The research highlights how, in prolonged dialogues, LLMs tend to overstep safety boundaries, offering definitive guarantees or assuming inappropriate professional roles. Tests reveal that the robustness of LLM safety barriers cannot be assessed solely through single-turn tests.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Schema-Constrained AI for Biomedical Evidence Extraction from PDFs

A new AI system promises to transform scientific PDFs into structured, easily analyzable data. Using predefined schemas and controlled vocabularies, the system automates the extraction of key variables from complex documents, reducing time and improving accuracy. This approach increases transparency and reliability in biomedical evidence synthesis, opening new perspectives for scientific research.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

GCG Attacks: Vulnerabilities in Diffusion Language Models?

A new study explores the effectiveness of Greedy Coordinate Gradient (GCG) attacks against diffusion language models, an emerging alternative to autoregressive models. The research focuses on LLaDA, an open-source model, analyzing different attack variants and providing initial insights into their robustness and attack surface. The findings aim to stimulate the development of alternative optimization and evaluation strategies for adversarial analysis.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Call2Instruct: Automated Pipeline for LLM Fine-Tuning with Call Center Q&A

A new study introduces Call2Instruct, an end-to-end automated pipeline for generating Question-Answer (Q&A) datasets from call center audio recordings. The aim is to simplify the training of Large Language Models (LLMs) in specific sectors, transforming unstructured data into valuable resources for improving AI systems in customer service.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Epistemic Constitution for AI: Towards Transparent Artificial Reasoning

Large language models (LLMs) increasingly function as artificial reasoners, evaluating arguments and expressing opinions. This paper proposes an "epistemic constitution" for AI, defining explicit norms for belief formation in AI systems, addressing biases, and ensuring a fairer and more transparent collective inquiry.

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Jan 22 2026
Altro

The Ontological Neutrality Theorem: A New Impossibility Result

A new study on arXiv demonstrates that neutral ontologies, essential for modern data systems that must handle legal and political disagreements, cannot include causal or normative commitments at the foundational level. This finding imposes strict constraints on the design of shared and stable ontologies.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Luxshare faces alleged ransomware attack, putting Apple and Nvidia data at risk

Chinese manufacturer Luxshare, a key supplier to companies like Apple and Nvidia, has allegedly been hit by a ransomware attack. The extent of the attack and the type of data potentially compromised are not yet fully clear, but the incident raises concerns about the security of the global technology supply chain. Investigations are underway to assess the damage and mitigate the risks.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

EMS watch: Chinese EMS champions reshape their playbooks around AI hardware, autos, and global delivery

Leading Chinese Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) providers are reshaping their strategies. The focus is on addressing new global market challenges by leveraging AI hardware, the automotive sector, and optimized global delivery systems. This transformation is crucial for maintaining competitiveness in the rapidly evolving technological landscape.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

World Labs: Fei Fei Li's new 3D world model

Fei Fei Li, a leading figure in the field of artificial intelligence, has launched a generative 3D world model called Marble with World Labs. Unlike traditional approaches, Marble uses Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) and Gaussian splatting to create explorable environments quickly and efficiently. The platform enables the modification and sharing of these worlds, opening new possibilities for creating immersive and interactive content.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Taiwan-US industries: new wafer and green energy strategy

The chairman of SAS (Semiconductor Assembly and Streets) outlined the challenges ahead for Taiwan and US industries. New strategies focusing on wafer production and green energy development were announced, aiming to strengthen bilateral cooperation and address the complexities of the global semiconductor market.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

TYC expands presence in automotive supply chain with US manufacturing push

TYC Brother's, through board member Chuang Tai-Shie, announces an expansion of its presence in the automotive supply chain with an increase in US manufacturing. The strategic move aims to strengthen TYC's position in the North American market and optimize deliveries to industry customers.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

EMS watch: Taiwanese EMS/ODMs dominate global rankings as 2025 revenue set to surge

Taiwanese Electronic Manufacturing Services (EMS) and Original Design Manufacturers (ODMs) dominate global rankings. DIGITIMES estimates revenue is set to surge by 2025, further consolidating Taiwan's position in the global electronics market.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

eBay updates legalese to ban AI-powered shop-bots

eBay has updated its policies to ban the use of automated software agents, or shop-bots, powered by artificial intelligence. The decision aims to protect the user experience on the e-commerce platform.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Google's TPU strategy said to give Inventec larger role in AI server manufacturing

Inventec is reportedly taking on a larger role in the manufacturing of AI servers based on Google's TPUs. This strategic move could strengthen Inventec's position in the growing market for AI hardware.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Cloud ASIC shipments set to surge in 2026

According to a DIGITIMES report, the market for ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits) for the cloud is experiencing strong growth. Shipments are expected to surge starting in 2026. Memory capacity remains a critical factor and a potential risk for the sector's expansion. The evolution of cloud computing continues to drive demand for specialized hardware.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Taiwanese firms prepare for silicio photonics and CPO packaging opportunities

Taiwanese companies are preparing to capitalize on the opportunities presented by the growth of AI data centers, focusing on silicio photonics and CPO packaging. This strategic move aims to position Taiwan as a leader in the sector, riding the wave of artificial intelligence expansion.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Kimi-Linear-48B: GGUF Support and llama.cpp Integration

The implementation of Kimi-Linear-48B in llama.cpp is being discussed online, given its effectiveness in handling long contexts. The community is wondering about the timeline for the model's integration, which promises significant performance improvements.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Linux Finally Retires HIPPI: The First Near-Gigabit Standard For Networking Supercomputers

The Linux kernel is preparing to retire HIPPI (High Performance Parallel Interface), a networking standard for supercomputers born in the late 1980s. HIPPI enabled near-Gigabit connectivity over distances up to 25 meters. The removal is planned with the release of Linux 7.0. At the same time, the focus is on the future with NVIDIA and 1.6 Tb/s connections.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

EMS watch: The year AI servers broke the EMS rankings

According to AFP, 2024 has been a year of upheaval in the EMS (Electronic Manufacturing Services) rankings due to the increasing importance of servers dedicated to artificial intelligence. These high-power systems have altered the balance of the industry, influencing deliveries and market shares of various manufacturers.

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Jan 22 2026
LLM

Michigan: Bill Proposed to Limit Children's Access to Chatbots

Michigan Senate Democrats are proposing new safety measures to protect children from digital dangers, focusing on limiting access to chatbots. The bill is in its early stages and raises questions about implementation and age verification.

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Jan 22 2026
Market

Taiwan PCB direct shipments to the US remain limited

According to DIGITIMES sources, direct shipments of printed circuit boards (PCBs) from Taiwan to the United States remain limited. This highlights a potential reorganization of global supply chains in the electronics sector, with implications for Taiwanese manufacturers and US companies that rely on these essential components.

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Jan 22 2026
Hardware

Raana Semiconductors raises US$3 million for silicio ingot systems

Raana Semiconductors has announced a US$3 million seed funding round. The goal is to develop silicio ingot growth systems. The company aims to reduce reliance on imports in the semiconductor sector, which is crucial for electronics and computing.

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