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17 Jul 2025

China Pioneers Subway-Riding Robots for 7-Eleven Deliveries in Shenzhen

Vanke, a Chinese property giant, has launched a fleet of autonomous robots that deliver goods to 7-Eleven stores by commuting on Shenzhen's subway system, marking a significant step in integrating AI and robotics into urban logistics.

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The Power of Eye Contact: New Study Reveals Crucial Role in Human-Robot Interaction

A groundbreaking study from Flinders University's HAVIC Lab uncovers the importance of eye contact timing in social interactions, with implications for human-robot communication and AI development.

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Google and Westinghouse Partner to Revolutionize Nuclear Reactor Construction with AI

Google Cloud and Westinghouse Electric announce a partnership to use AI in streamlining nuclear reactor construction and operation, raising both excitement and concerns in the industry.

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Nvidia's China Comeback Boosts Chinese Tech Stocks and AI Development

Nvidia's announcement of resuming H20 GPU sales in China sparks a rally in Chinese tech stocks, particularly benefiting AI leaders like Alibaba. This development signals a potential shift in U.S. semiconductor export policies to China.

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16 Jul 2025

Chinese AI Startup MiniMax Files for Hong Kong IPO, Targeting $4 Billion Valuation

MiniMax, a prominent Chinese AI company, has confidentially filed for an IPO in Hong Kong, aiming for a valuation exceeding $4 billion. The company plans to raise up to $637 million in the offering, which could occur before the end of 2023.

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NIST Releases Groundbreaking Pancreatic Cancer Genome Data with Patient Consent

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released comprehensive genomic data from a pancreatic cancer patient who explicitly consented to make her genetic information public, marking a significant milestone in cancer research and ethical data sharing.

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Masayoshi Son and Sam Altman Predict Exponential Growth in AI Demand and Infrastructure

SoftBank's Masayoshi Son and OpenAI's Sam Altman foresee an insatiable demand for AI, necessitating massive expansion in computing capacity and infrastructure. They anticipate AI-driven job creation and self-improving robotics.

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XPeng Accelerates Hiring and AI Development in Global Expansion Push

Chinese EV maker XPeng increases hiring targets, focusing on AI and autonomous driving technology as part of its global expansion strategy.

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Infosys Partners with Melbourne Catholic Schools for AI-Driven Digital Transformation

Infosys collaborates with Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools to modernize digital systems across 300 schools, implementing cloud-based AI-capable platforms to enhance efficiency and prepare for future AI innovations in education.

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Vinod Khosla Warns: US Immigration Policies Threaten AI and Climate Tech Innovation

Billionaire investor Vinod Khosla argues that restrictive US immigration policies are hindering progress in AI and climate technology by limiting the influx of skilled talent, potentially causing the country to lose its competitive edge.

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AMD Radeon AI PRO R9700: A Powerful New Contender in AI Workstation GPUs

AMD is set to launch its Radeon AI PRO R9700 GPU on July 23, 2025, offering high performance for AI workloads at a competitive price point.

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AI Chatbots Overestimate Their Abilities, Raising Concerns About Reliability

A new study reveals that AI chatbots tend to overestimate their abilities and fail to adjust their confidence even after poor performance, unlike humans who can recalibrate. This raises questions about AI reliability and the need for users to be more skeptical of AI-generated responses.

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Oracle's AI Boom Propels Larry Ellison to Second-Richest Person Globally

Larry Ellison, Oracle's co-founder, surpasses Mark Zuckerberg to become the world's second-richest person with a net worth of $251 billion, driven by Oracle's AI-fueled stock rally and strategic partnerships.

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California Launches Breakthrough Project with Ripple and Coinbase to Modernize Government Services

Governor Gavin Newsom announces the California Breakthrough Project, a task force including tech giants like Ripple and Coinbase, aimed at leveraging AI and blockchain to enhance government efficiency and transparency.

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China's Ambitious Push to Become an AI Superpower: Billions Invested in Infrastructure and Talent

China is rapidly closing the AI gap with the U.S. through massive state-backed investments in infrastructure, talent, and research, mirroring its success in electric vehicles and solar power industries.

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