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Jan 21 2026
Hardware

Nvidia unveils Alpamayo platform for L4 self-driving

Nvidia has announced Alpamayo, a new platform designed for the development of Level 4 self-driving vehicles. The platform aims to provide car manufacturers and technology suppliers with the tools necessary to accelerate the realization of fully autonomous driving systems, improving the safety and efficiency of transportation. Further details on the technical specifications and availability of the platform will be released in the coming months.

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Jan 21 2026
Hardware

Nvidia challenges Apple's longtime TSMC priority

Nvidia aims to displace Apple as TSMC's priority customer. The competition to secure TSMC's manufacturing capabilities is intensifying, with significant implications for the future of hardware.

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Jan 21 2026
Market

Thailand emerges as ASEAN PCB hub with Zhen Ding Tech's US$2.1B investment

Thailand is emerging as a key hub for PCBs (Printed Circuit Boards) in the ASEAN region, thanks to a US$2.1 billion investment from Zhen Ding Technology, an industry leader. This initiative strengthens the country's position in the global electronics and semiconductor market, attracting further investment and developing the local ecosystem.

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Jan 21 2026
Altro

Stargate Community: Community-Driven AI Infrastructure

The Stargate Community initiative adopts a community-first approach to AI infrastructure. Locally tailored plans consider energy needs, workforce priorities, and community input.

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Jan 21 2026
Market

Bolna nabs $6.3M for its India-focused voice orchestration platform

Bolna, specializing in voice orchestration platforms focused on the Indian market, has raised $6.3 million in funding led by General Catalyst. The company stated that 75% of its revenue comes from self-service customers, highlighting strong adoption of its technology.

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Jan 21 2026
Hardware

Taiwan: Major Drone Order and IC Design Investment Boost

Taiwan's Ministry of National Defense has announced a major drone procurement order, simultaneously increasing investments in domestic integrated circuit (IC) design. The strategic move aims to bolster the island's defense capabilities and promote technological self-sufficiency in the semiconductor field.

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Jan 21 2026
LLM

OpenAI: Age Prediction Model for ChatGPT Users

OpenAI has begun deploying an age prediction model for its ChatGPT users. The goal is to filter access to sensitive or potentially harmful content for underage users. This initiative could unlock new monetization opportunities by restricting access based on age.

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Jan 21 2026
Market

Anthropic's CEO Criticizes Nvidia and US over China Chip Exports

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei has strongly criticized Nvidia and the US administration regarding the sale of chips to China. The statements are surprising because Nvidia is a major partner and investor in Anthropic.

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Jan 21 2026
LLM

Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar appointed to Anthropic’s Long-Term Benefit Trust

Anthropic has announced the appointment of Mariano-Florentino Cuéllar to its Long-Term Benefit Trust. This trust oversees Anthropic's activities, ensuring the company pursues long-term public benefit goals in the development of artificial intelligence. The appointment underscores Anthropic's commitment to responsible governance and ethical alignment in the development of its models.

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Jan 21 2026
LLM

Anthropic and Teach For All launch global AI training initiative for educators

Anthropic and Teach For All have announced a collaboration to launch a global AI training initiative for educators. The aim is to provide teachers with the necessary skills to effectively integrate AI into their work, improving the learning experience for students and preparing them for the challenges of the future.

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Jan 21 2026
Market

100% Tariff Threat Puts Taiwan’s Memory Makers on Notice

A 100% tariff threat puts Taiwan's memory makers on notice. This protectionist move could have significant repercussions on the local industry, altering the balance of the global market and prompting companies to revise their production and distribution strategies to mitigate the negative economic impact of such tariffs.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Quanta EVP Mike Yang: AI industry paradigm shift just begun

Mike Yang, executive vice president of Quanta Computer, foresees a paradigm shift in the artificial intelligence sector. According to Yang, this is just the beginning of a profound transformation, with significant implications for the future of technology and business. Quanta Computer is a Taiwanese company specializing in the production of notebooks and other electronic devices.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Taiwan rolls out tiered electricity rates for data centers

Taiwan is introducing tiered electricity rates for data centers in response to the growing energy consumption linked to artificial intelligence. The move aims to incentivize energy efficiency and better manage electricity demand, amid a potential energy crunch due to the expansion of AI.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Taiwan's industrial park model goes global

Taiwan's industrial park model, known for its efficiency and ability to foster innovation, is expanding internationally. This approach, which integrates advanced infrastructure and government support, aims to create ecosystems conducive to the growth of technology and manufacturing companies, attracting investments and talent from around the world.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Sony and TCL move toward joint venture in home entertainment

Sony and TCL are reportedly considering a joint venture in the home entertainment sector. The potential agreement could lead to increased collaboration in the development and production of televisions and other home entertainment devices. Further details regarding the structure and objectives of the joint venture have not been disclosed.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Inventec doubles 2026 capex to US$1 billion for AI servers

Inventec has announced a doubling of its planned capital expenditure for 2026, bringing it to US$1 billion. The decision is driven by growing opportunities in the artificial intelligence (AI) server market. The company aims to strengthen its position in a rapidly expanding sector, riding the wave of increasing demand for high-performance computing solutions for AI applications.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM-4.7-Flash implementation in llama.cpp: issues confirmed

Recent discussions suggest that the GLM-4.7-Flash implementation in llama.cpp has issues. Significant differences in logprobs compared to vLLM could explain anomalous behaviors reported by users, such as infinite loops and poor response quality. It is recommended to follow the developments for possible fixes.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

ChatGPT: age estimation to protect young users

OpenAI introduces a new feature in ChatGPT: the model now estimates the age of users. The goal is to prevent the delivery of potentially problematic content to individuals under 18, strengthening safety measures for young people.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Anthropic CEO: Selling H200s to China like giving nukes to North Korea

Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei isn’t happy about the US allowing Nvidia to sell GPUs to Chinese companies, and likened the decision to giving nuclear weapons to an adversary, highlighting the potential strategic and geopolitical risks.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Tesla restarts Dojo3 project for space-based AI applications

Elon Musk announced that Tesla will restart the development of Dojo3, its previously abandoned third-generation AI chip. Unlike the original plans, Dojo3 will now be dedicated to space-based AI compute, opening new frontiers for Tesla's space applications.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Giga Potato:free, an LLM Model Challenging Top Performers?

A user discovered a free language model named Giga Potato:free on Kilo Code, and was impressed by its performance. According to initial tests, the model rivals Sonnet 4.5 and Opus 4.5, handling complex prompts with surprising results. Its origin remains unknown, but its capabilities suggest a high-level open-source model.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Sundance Institute: building a community-led future for AI in film

The Sundance Institute is launching an initiative to create a community-led ecosystem focused on AI education and empowerment in the film industry, with the goal of supporting creatives and promoting new opportunities.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Von der Leyen launches "Europe Inc.": a shift for the EU?

At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ursula von der Leyen outlined a potential shift in European economic policy. The phrase "Europe Inc.", while not a law, represents a strong political signal: the European Commission intends to accelerate a structural change in how the EU views business, competitiveness, and economic power. A new approach is expected to address global challenges.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Mozilla starts offering RPMs of Firefox Nightly

Mozilla is now offering native RPM packages of Firefox Nightly for Linux distributions in the Red Hat and SUSE families. This provides users with more installation options to try out the latest features of the open-source browser.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Cisco and OpenAI: AI agents for enterprise engineering

Cisco and OpenAI are collaborating to redefine enterprise engineering. The focus is Codex, an AI software agent embedded in workflows to speed up development, automate defect fixes, and enable AI-native development.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

ChatGPT: Age Prediction Rollout for Enhanced Online Safety

OpenAI is rolling out age estimation on ChatGPT to protect younger users. The system assesses whether an account belongs to a minor or an adult, applying specific safeguards for teenagers. The company plans to progressively improve the model's accuracy over time.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

VoidLink: Linux malware targeting the cloud, written by an AI agent

A new Linux malware, named VoidLink, has been discovered targeting cloud infrastructures. What makes it special? According to researchers, it was developed almost entirely by an artificial intelligence agent, likely by a single individual. VoidLink uses 37 malicious plugins to compromise systems.

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Jan 20 2026
General

New Mobile friendly experience

Improved support for mobiles and tablets. I invite you to test it and leave me feedback.

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Jan 20 2026
Frameworks

AMD Making It Easier To Install vLLM For ROCm

AMD has introduced a simpler method for installing vLLM on Radeon/Instinct hardware via ROCm. A new Python wheel facilitates installation without Docker, improving the experience for developers using AMD GPUs for large language model (LLM) inference.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

How Wikipedia Will Survive in the Age of AI (With Wikipedia’s CTO Selena Deckelmann)

Wikipedia is turning 25 and preparing to face the challenges posed by generative AI. The online encyclopedia, thanks to its governance model and attention to sources, has proven to be a bastion of reliability. We interviewed Selena Deckelmann, CTO of the Wikimedia Foundation, to understand how Wikipedia intends to evolve and maintain its position as a primary information resource in the age of AI.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

New LongPage Dataset: Over 6K Novels to Train Full Book Writing LLMs

An update to the LongPage dataset has been released, now including over 6,000 full-length novels paired with reasoning traces. These traces break down the story into hierarchical sections, from the general idea to individual chapters and scenes. The goal is to provide a valuable tool for training large language models (LLMs) capable of writing entire books. Pageshift-Entertainment is training a full-book writing model on LongPage and plans to release it when the quality is adequate.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

European Commission launches EU Inc., the long-awaited ‘28th regime’ for startups

The European Commission has launched 'EU Inc', a new pan-European company structure designed for startups. The initiative aims to simplify cross-border operations by offering a centralized and standardized EU-wide registration, harmonized investment documentation, and a stock option framework valid throughout Europe. The goal is to make the EU a more fertile ground for the birth and growth of new businesses.

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Jan 20 2026
Frameworks

LLVM Adopts "Human In The Loop" Policy For AI-Assisted Contributions

The LLVM open-source compiler project has agreed on allowing AI/tool-assisted contributions, provided that a human reviews the code before any pull request. Strictly AI-driven contributions without any human vetting will not be permitted, ensuring code quality and security.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Noveon Magnetics Raises $215M to Expand Rare Earth Magnet Production

Texas-based Noveon Magnetics has raised $215 million to expand its U.S. operations. The investment aims to improve American access to rare-earth magnets, essential for HDD production and crucial for reducing reliance on China. An estimated $630 million will be spent in 2025 on American reshoring efforts.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Liquid AI released the best thinking Language Model Under 1GB

Liquid AI released LFM2.5-1.2B-Thinking, a reasoning model that runs entirely on-device. Trained specifically for concise reasoning, it generates internal thinking traces before producing answers, enabling systematic problem-solving at edge-scale latency. It matches or exceeds Qwen3-1.7B across most performance benchmarks, despite having 40% less parameters, offering efficiency in speed and memory.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

AI PCs for the Enterprise: Does TOPS Trump Everything Else?

Artificial intelligence is becoming ubiquitous in the enterprise technology world. But are AI PCs really that widespread? An analysis of the role of computing power (TOPS) in the adoption of AI PCs in the enterprise and whether this parameter is the only determining factor.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Humans&, a ‘human-centric’ AI startup, raises $480M seed round

Humans&, a startup that believes AI should empower people, not replace them, has raised a $480 million seed round. The company's valuation is $4.48 billion. The company was founded by alums from Anthropic, xAI, and Google.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM-4.7-Flash: impressive benchmarks on H200 and RTX 6000 Ada

The GLM-4.7-Flash model demonstrates remarkable performance in new benchmarks. On a single H200 GPU, it achieves a peak throughput of 4,398 tokens per second. Using an RTX 6000 Ada, the model generates 112 tokens per second utilizing Unsloth dynamic quantization and llama.cpp. The tests reveal the model's efficiency in various usage scenarios.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Alleged Mail Thief Arrested After Bragging About Crimes On Instagram Stories

An Ohio man was arrested on mail theft charges after posting photos of stolen credit cards and bins of mail to his Instagram Stories. The online evidence linked him to the armed robbery of a USPS truck. He faces up to five years in prison.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

The era of agentic chaos and how data will save us

The adoption of AI agents is growing rapidly, but many companies are not ready. A solid data infrastructure is essential to avoid chaos and maximize the value of AI. Market leaders invest in quality data to ensure agent reliability and achieve concrete results.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

FAA: Drone No Fly Zone Near DHS Agents and Facilities

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has established a drone no-fly zone within 3,000 feet of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) facilities and mobile assets. The measure, which replaces a previous ban limited to military bases and Department of Energy sites, could hinder the recording of ICE agents' activities. Violators face criminal and civil penalties, as well as the loss of drone piloting authorization.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Majority of CEOs report zero payoff from AI splurge

A PwC survey of over 4,500 business leaders reveals that more than half have seen neither increased revenue nor decreased costs following massive investments in AI. The findings raise questions about the actual economic return of these technologies.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

OpenAI is still figuring out how to make money, but wants you to believe in it

OpenAI CFO Sarah Friar has outlined an optimistic vision for the company's future, despite current economic challenges. The article explores how OpenAI's success, and potentially the global economy, depends on finding a sustainable business model for artificial intelligence.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Linux 7.0: Intel GPU Firmware Updates on Non-x86 Systems Ready

Support for updating Intel discrete GPU firmware on non-x86 systems is coming with Linux 7.0. The necessary patches are ready for integration into the upcoming Linux 6.20~7.0 kernel cycle, expanding hardware compatibility and simplifying graphics driver management on alternative architectures.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Allocation Strategy secured £1.6M to advance asset allocation technology

London-based Allocation Strategy, a company developing analytics tools to support asset allocation and investment decisions, has raised £1.6 million in a funding round led by Fuel Ventures. The new capital will be used to scale the business, expand research and development, and accelerate the rollout of new solutions for institutional investors.

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Jan 20 2026
Frameworks

AI framework flaws put enterprise clouds at risk of takeover

Two vulnerabilities in the popular open-source AI framework Chainlit put major enterprises' cloud environments at risk. According to Zafran, the flaws are easy to exploit and could lead to data leaks or full system takeover. It is recommended to update Chainlit to the latest version of Chainlit ASAP to mitigate the risks.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

DeepSeek: a new model appears, codenamed "model1"

A DeepSeek repository has been updated with a reference to a new model identified as "model1". The discovery was made via a file within DeepSeek's FlashMLA repository on GitHub. Further details on the model's specifications or capabilities are currently unavailable.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Emergent: Indian vibe-coding startup raises $70M

Indian startup Emergent, specializing in "vibe-coding", has announced a $70 million funding round, reaching a valuation of $300 million. Investors include SoftBank and Khosla Ventures. The company aims to achieve an annual recurring revenue (ARR) of $100 million by April 2026, after already reaching $50 million.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

ServiceNow powers actionable enterprise AI with OpenAI

ServiceNow expands access to OpenAI frontier models to power AI-driven enterprise workflows, summarization, search, and voice across the ServiceNow Platform.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

UK to reimburse visa fees for overseas tech talents

The UK government has announced a package of measures to attract talent in the tech sector, offering visa fee reimbursement to key figures working at promising UK startups. The initiative aims to position Britain as a haven of stability and innovation in sectors such as AI, clean energy, and life sciences, attracting top experts and companies to invest in the country.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Windows 11, not AI, kick-started the PC upgrade cycle

In 2025, corporate IT hardware upgrades were driven by the necessity to maintain support, rather than excitement for new AI-related features. IT departments refreshed systems to keep up with compatibility requirements, demonstrating that the urgency to comply with software specifications prevails over the adoption of emerging technologies.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

LocalLLaMA: The unstoppable rise of local language models

A Reddit post highlights the surprising capabilities of language models running locally with LocalLLaMA. The discussion emphasizes how these models, while running on consumer hardware, demonstrate a context understanding and responsiveness that often surprise users. Interest in local execution of LLM models is growing, thanks to increased privacy and data control.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM-4.7-Flash: an LLM with a clear thinking process

A user tested GLM-4.7-Flash and noted a very clear thinking process, divided into distinct phases such as request analysis, brainstorming, drafting, and response revision. Despite the longer process duration, the final result is considered high quality. The user plans to replace other models with GLM-4.7-Flash, but reports slowness in token processing and provides a specific configuration for use on a Macbook Air M4.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Micron acquires PSMC fab site in Taiwan for $1.8 billion

Micron Technology has announced the acquisition of a production site from PSMC (Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corp.) in Taiwan for $1.8 billion. The move aims to expand Micron's production capabilities in the region. The deal marks a shift in strategy, with Micron internalizing production rather than relying on external partnerships.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Windows 95: the (Weird) Trick for Faster Restarts

A Microsoft veteran reveals an unexpected method to speed up Windows 95 restarts: holding down the Shift key. This simple action apparently bypassed certain processes, reducing waiting times. An anecdote that brings to light the peculiarities of operating systems of the past.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM-4.7-Flash: Z.ai's model for local inference

Z.ai has introduced GLM-4.7-Flash, a 30B MoE model designed for local inference. Optimized for coding, agentic workflows, and chat, the model boasts high performance with only 3.6B active parameters and supports a 200K token context. GLM-4.7-Flash excels in SWE-Bench and GPQA benchmarks, positioning itself as an ideal solution for applications requiring reasoning and interaction.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Odoo tops €7 billion valuation as General Atlantic increases stake

Belgian business software company Odoo has reached a fresh milestone, exceeding €7 billion valuation. Growth investor General Atlantic has increased its stake in the firm, buying additional shares from Wallonie Entreprendre. This move isn’t a typical funding round but a secondary transaction of existing shares.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

DragonFlyBSD Now Allows Optional AMD GCN 1.1 Support In AMDGPU Driver

DragonFlyBSD's AMDGPU kernel graphics driver continues to be a port of the AMDGPU Linux kernel driver. Their latest porting effort for AMD graphics on DragonFlyBSD is now enabling optional support for the GCN 1.1 "Sea Islands (CIK) graphics processors on this modern alternative to the prior Radeon kernel driver.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Tesla restarts Dojo supercomputer project with in-house AI5 chip

Elon Musk has confirmed the restart of the Dojo supercomputer project. This renewed focus is due to advancements in the design of the AI5 chip, entirely developed in-house. Dojo will be the first Tesla supercomputer to feature all in-house hardware, without Nvidia components.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Manchester ATM ups PIN requirement to full Windows login

An ATM in Manchester has been spotted displaying a Windows 7 login screen, an operating system no longer supported by Microsoft. The image raises concerns about customer data security and the vulnerability of outdated banking systems. The incident highlights the risks associated with neglecting software maintenance and updates.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Thousands of Companies Are Driving China’s AI Boom, Tracked by Government Registry

The Cyberspace Administration of China has inadvertently created a detailed guide to the country's burgeoning AI sector. A government registry tracks thousands of companies driving this technological revolution, offering a unique overview of the Chinese AI ecosystem and its key players.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

China’s AI Boyfriend Business Is Taking On a Life of Its Own

Gen Z women in China are embracing digital companionship offered by AI boyfriends. Some are even setting up dates with real-world versions of their AI boyfriends, highlighting a new trend in relationships and entertainment.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

AI crashes in UK finance: MPs ask who is responsible

UK MPs are urging financial regulators to conduct thorough stress tests. The goal is to prepare businesses for market shocks triggered by artificial intelligence. The crucial issue of assigning responsibility for automated decisions remains unresolved.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

NYSE exploring 24/7 tokenized stock and ETF exchange using blockchain

The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) is considering launching a 24/7 exchange for tokenized stocks and ETFs, leveraging blockchain technology to modernize trading. This initiative aims to enable continuous operation, potentially revolutionizing how securities are traded and opening new opportunities for global investors.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

UK's Department of Health Seeks Tech Director: £285k Salary

England's Department of Health and Social Care is recruiting a head of technology, digital and data with a maximum salary of up to £285,000 a year, exceeding the salary of the department's boss. The role is pivotal in driving technological innovation within the national healthcare sector.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

EIT Food: Bridging Foodtech Startups and European Retail

EIT Food's Straight2Market program facilitates the entry of agrifood startups into the European market by directly connecting them with major retailers. The initiative offers financial support, market testing, and experimentation opportunities for innovative and sustainable solutions, accelerating the path from prototype to shelf and promoting a more resilient food system.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

AI servers: Taiwan supply chain broadly lifted in 2025

The demand for AI servers is expected to significantly impact Taiwan's supply chain in 2025. The primary beneficiaries will be ODM/EMS manufacturers, cooling system specialists, and optical component suppliers. The growth of the AI server market continues to drive innovation and investment in the Taiwanese technology sector.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Taiwan ramps up semiconductor research

While the debate on chip relocation rages on in the US, Taiwan is ramping up its semiconductor research efforts. The island aims to consolidate its leading position in the sector, which is crucial for global technological innovation and the supply of essential electronic components.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

NEOintralogistics secures €3M to democratise warehouse automation through RaaS

NEOintralogistics, a German robotics-as-a-service (RaaS) provider, has closed a €3 million seed funding round. The aim is to democratise warehouse automation, making it more affordable and scalable. Its robotic picking system is designed for both brownfield and greenfield warehouses, with rapid implementation and a pay-per-pick model that shifts costs into a flexible service.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

UK digital roadmap delayed again: £45B savings remain theoretical

The UK government has delayed the release of its digital roadmap, a plan intended to save up to £45 billion by modernizing public sector IT. The delays raise concerns about the feasibility of achieving these savings.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

French accounting software platform Pennylane raises $200M

French accounting software platform Pennylane has raised $200m in a funding round led by TCV, with participation from Blackstone Growth and existing investors including Sequoia and CapitalG. Despite not having an immediate need for funds, the company seized the opportunity to accelerate its expansion in Europe and invest in AI. Pennylane's valuation is around $4.25bn.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Orbem raises €55.5M Series B to scale AI-powered MRI technology

Munich-based Orbem, a deeptech company applying artificial intelligence to magnetic resonance imaging, has closed a €55.5 million Series B financing round. The company uses AI to industrialise magnetic resonance imaging, with applications in agriculture, food production, and health. The funding will support expansion into the United States and the fruit and vegetable sector, as well as developing healthcare applications.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

British Business Bank invests £25M in Kraken Technologies

The UK government-backed British Business Bank (BBB) is taking a £25m stake in Kraken Technologies, the software entity being spun out of Octopus Energy, marking the bank's biggest ever direct investment into a private firm. The move follows Octopus Energy's sale of a $1bn stake in Kraken to a syndicate of investors, paving the way for its demerger from Octopus Energy and a possible stock market flotation.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Strategies and deployment of edge AI chip startups

An analysis of the strategies and deployments of startups specializing in chips for artificial intelligence in edge computing. The report examines the challenges and opportunities these companies face in a rapidly evolving market, with a focus on technological innovations and emerging business models.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Tech events: industry leaders now prefer more targeted meetings

Tech events used to focus on quantity. More attendees meant greater success. But this model is outdated. Today, industry leaders are looking for smaller, more targeted events, where the quality of interactions is higher than the mere size of the crowd. Founders, executives, and operators with real responsibilities prefer contexts where they can directly engage with their peers and build meaningful relationships.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

GeneralMind raises $12M to build AI autopilot for operational workflows

Berlin-based GeneralMind has raised $12 million in funding to develop an AI system that automates operational workflows, particularly in supply chain management. The goal is to reduce manual intervention and improve efficiency by integrating with ERP systems, email, and spreadsheets. The funding will be used to scale the technology across Europe.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Stoïk raises €20M to strengthen its position in the European cyber risk market

Paris-based Stoïk, a cyber insurance startup focused on companies with revenues up to €1 billion, has completed a €20 million Series C funding round. The funding will support further expansion in Europe and investment in artificial intelligence for cyber incident prevention and management. Stoïk already operates in several European markets and works with over 2,000 broker partners.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Stilla emerges from stealth with $5M to boost AI collaboration

Stockholm-based Stilla has raised $5 million to develop a platform that enhances collaboration between people and AI systems. The goal is to provide an intelligence layer that connects workplace tools like Slack, GitHub, and Notion, ensuring teams stay aligned and decisions are made in a coordinated manner, especially in AI-driven environments.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Foxconn lighthouse factory brings sustainable manufacturing and GenAI-driven decarbonization to Vietnam

Foxconn has inaugurated a state-of-the-art factory in Vietnam, a model of sustainable manufacturing. The plant integrates generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) solutions for the decarbonization of production processes. This initiative underscores Foxconn's commitment to more environmentally friendly industrial practices, while leveraging the latest technological innovations to optimize efficiency and reduce environmental impact.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

Musk moseys into encyclopedia arena as Wikipedia multiplies AI data partnerships

Elon Musk is preparing to launch a knowledge platform, directly competing with Wikipedia. The move comes as Wikipedia intensifies its data and artificial intelligence partnerships, opening new perspectives for accessing and using online information.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Deepseek-R1: One Year Since the Release of the LLM

It has been a year since the release of Deepseek-R1, a language model that has garnered interest in the community. The news was shared via a Reddit post, marking the anniversary of the release and inviting further discussion about the model and its applications. Deepseek-R1 continues to be a benchmark for the development of new solutions in the field of artificial intelligence.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM 4.7 Flash GGUF Released by Bartowski

Bartowski has released GLM 4.7 Flash GGUF, a new version of the language model. The files are available on Hugging Face. The LocalLLaMA community is actively discussing the implications and potential of this new release. The initiative aims to improve the accessibility and efficiency of language models.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

ASUS chairman lays out 'All In AI' strategy under global trade headwinds

The chairman of ASUS has outlined a company strategy focused on artificial intelligence, despite persistent difficulties in the international trade landscape. The company seems willing to invest heavily in this sector, considering it crucial for future growth, while aware of the challenges posed by global trade tensions.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Supply chain tensions rise as China tightens rare earth export controls

Supply chain strategies are being revised due to new Chinese restrictions on rare earth exports. The move has raised concerns globally, prompting companies to diversify their sourcing and seek alternatives to reduce reliance on a single supplier. This situation could lead to increased competition and significant changes in the industrial landscape.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Dresden medtech Cancilico closes €2.5M round to advance AI in oncology

Cancilico, an AI diagnostics startup specialising in blood cancer, has raised €2.5 million in Seed funding. The Dresden-based company develops AI-driven diagnostic solutions for haematology to automate and improve the accuracy of blood and bone marrow analysis. The funding will accelerate Cancilico’s mission to establish its AI-based diagnostic software MyeloAID as a routine tool.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Taiwanese PMIC Makers See Stable Demand in Industrial, Automotive Sectors

Taiwanese power management IC (PMIC) manufacturers are experiencing stable demand in the industrial and automotive sectors. This positive trend reflects a shift in global priorities, with increased focus on these specific application areas. The strong demand offers an encouraging outlook for Taiwanese PMIC suppliers.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Taiwan IC designers wager on algorithms for the next boom

Taiwan's integrated circuit (IC) designers are investing in new algorithms to fuel the next wave of industry growth. The goal is to improve efficiency and innovation in chip design, in an increasingly competitive and rapidly evolving market.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

CviLux gains from AI server power overhaul as HVDC reshapes data center connectors

CviLux is benefiting from the increasing demand for AI-powered servers. The transition to High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) power systems in data centers is creating new opportunities in the connector market, with CviLux poised to capitalize on this structural shift in the industry.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

HTC highlights security and enterprise deployment as keys for AI glasses growth

HTC identifies advanced security and enterprise deployment as key factors for the growth of AI-powered smart glasses. The Taiwanese company emphasizes the importance of these features to encourage the widespread adoption of its devices.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Nvidia Alpamayo sparks VLA computing power race

Nvidia unveiled Alpamayo, an open-source vision-language-action (VLA) model series, signaling a new phase in autonomous driving technologies. The launch has intensified competition among global automakers, now ramping up investment to secure computing power centered on VLA architectures.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Alibaba's Qwen expansion links AI directly to consumer services

Alibaba is expanding the integration of its Qwen artificial intelligence model directly into consumer-facing services. This strategic move aims to enhance user experience and offer advanced AI-powered features across various domains, solidifying Alibaba's position in the artificial intelligence market.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

China's rare earth prices rise for 6th consecutive quarter

Rare earth prices in China continue to rise, marking the sixth consecutive quarter of increases. This upward trend is bringing inflationary pressures back to the global supply chain, with potential impacts on various industrial sectors that rely on these critical materials.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Nvidia targets 2026 launch for Windows on Arm notebooks

Nvidia is reportedly planning to enter the Windows on Arm notebook market starting in 2026. This strategic move could lead to increased competition in the laptop processor sector, currently dominated by Qualcomm and other manufacturers. Nvidia's initiative could further drive the adoption of the Arm architecture in Windows devices, offering new options in terms of energy efficiency and performance.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

AI server power architecture upgrade drives structural growth in power connector industry

The evolution of power architectures in AI servers is driving significant growth in the power connector industry. This development is fueled by the increasing demand for more efficient and higher-performing power solutions to support the energy needs of AI systems.

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Jan 20 2026
Market

Taiwan's IT sector growth eases AI bubble concerns

Economic growth driven by Taiwan's IT sector is helping to ease concerns about a potential bubble in the field of artificial intelligence. The island's key role in the production of semiconductors and advanced hardware components supports the expansion of the AI market.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

HTC accelerates AI glasses ecosystem with AR roadmap and China-focused LLM partnerships

HTC is accelerating the development of its augmented reality (AR) glasses ecosystem integrated with artificial intelligence. The Taiwanese company has outlined an AR roadmap and is forging partnerships in China for the integration of large language models (LLM) into its devices.

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Jan 20 2026
Hardware

Micron Acquires $1.8bn DRAM Chip Plant in Taiwan

Micron has announced the acquisition of a DRAM chip manufacturing campus from Powerchip Semiconductor Manufacturing Corporation (PSMC) in Taiwan for $1.8 billion. This acquisition will allow Micron to quickly increase its DRAM manufacturing capacity. PSMC had opened the fab just 19 months prior, after a $9.5 billion investment.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

Unsloth Releases GLM-4.7-Flash in GGUF Format

Unsloth has released the GLM-4.7-Flash language model in GGUF (GPT-Generated Unified Format). This format facilitates the use of the model on various hardware platforms, making it accessible to a wider audience of developers and researchers interested in large language model inference locally.

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Jan 20 2026
LLM

GLM-4.7-Flash-GGUF is here!

A new version of GLM-4.7-Flash-GGUF has been released, a large language model (LLM) designed for local inference. This implementation, available on Hugging Face, allows users to run the model directly on their devices, opening new possibilities for offline and customized applications.

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Jan 20 2026
Altro

AI for self empowerment: new growth opportunities

Artificial intelligence can expand human capabilities, bridging the skills gap and unlocking new opportunities for productivity and growth for individuals, businesses, and nations. An analysis of how AI can foster self-empowerment and development.

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