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30 Jan 2026

Frontier exascale supercomputer doubles speed of AI foundation models for plant research

Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed a new computational method that doubles processing speeds while using 75% less memory to analyze hyperspectral plant imaging data. The breakthrough removes a major bottleneck in training AI foundation models, accelerating the development of resilient, high-yield crops for food security, bioenergy, and climate adaptation.

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29 Jan 2026

SpaceX acquires xAI as Elon Musk bets big on 1 million satellite constellation for orbital AI

Elon Musk has merged SpaceX with xAI in a bold move to deploy up to 1 million satellites as orbital data centers. The SpaceX xAI merger creates a $1.25 trillion entity aimed at solving AI's growing energy demands by harnessing solar power in space. The plan marks a significant bet on space-based computing infrastructure.

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AI Agents in 2025: The Gap Between Promise and Reality in Enterprise Adoption

OpenAI's Sam Altman predicted 2025 would be the year AI agents join the workforce, but reality proved more complex. While programmers embraced tools like Cursor and Claude Code, enterprise AI adoption faced hurdles around trust and reliability, with concerns over AI-driven job displacement mounting as artificial intelligence was cited in over 55,000 U.S. layoffs.

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SpaceX files to launch 1 million satellites as orbital data centers for AI computing power

SpaceX has submitted an FCC filing requesting approval to launch up to one million solar-powered satellites that would function as orbital data centers for artificial intelligence. The proposal dwarfs the company's existing Starlink constellation of over 9,600 satellites and would dramatically increase the roughly 15,000 satellites currently orbiting Earth, raising concerns about space debris and orbital monopolization.

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Google AI launches Project Genie to create interactive worlds from prompts for $250 monthly

Google DeepMind opens Project Genie to AI Ultra subscribers, letting them generate explorable 3D environments from simple text or image prompts. Built on the Genie 3 world model, the experimental tool renders 720p worlds at 24 fps but limits exploration to 60 seconds. The move signals Google's push toward AGI development while raising concerns in the gaming industry about AI's role in creative work.

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Studio Atelico's Bobium Brawlers lets players create creatures with AI while paying artist royalties

Studio Atelico announces Bobium Brawlers, an AI-first game launching on iOS later this year. The turn-based card battler lets players create unique creatures using on-device AI text prompts. CEO Piero Molino argues gamers oppose player exploitation and AI slop, not AI itself, while the studio pays human artists royalties on AI-generated content.

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Elon Musk's Grok ranks worst in AI chatbot safety study on antisemitic content detection

A new Anti-Defamation League study evaluated six major AI chatbots on their ability to counter antisemitic and extremist content. Grok scored just 21 out of 100 points, placing last among the group, while Anthropic's Claude led with 80 points. The findings highlight critical gaps in AI chatbot safety and content moderation standards across the industry.

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Google Maps expands Gemini AI navigation to walking and cycling with hands-free assistance

Google Maps now offers Gemini-powered AI navigation for pedestrians and cyclists, extending the hands-free conversational experience beyond driving. Users can ask questions about neighborhoods, find points of interest, and get context-aware answers without breaking stride. The update is rolling out globally on iOS and Android wherever Gemini is available.

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AI pioneer Yann LeCun warns business tools built on LLMs are headed for obsolescence

Turing Award winner Yann LeCun is sounding the alarm on Silicon Valley's AI strategy. After leaving Meta to launch his own startup, the renowned researcher argues that large language models represent a dead end for achieving human-level intelligence. He warns that companies are wasting billions on limited technology while Chinese competitors pursue more promising approaches.

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Open-source AI models vulnerable to criminal misuse as hundreds operate without guardrails

A 293-day study by SentinelOne and Censys exposes widespread criminal misuse of open-source AI models, with hundreds of deployments stripped of safety features. Researchers found 7.5% of system prompts could enable harmful activity, including phishing, disinformation campaigns, and fraud. The findings reveal an accountability gap in the open-source AI ecosystem.

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Researchers develop framework to give AI metacognition and self-awareness capabilities

Scientists have created a mathematical framework that enables generative AI systems like ChatGPT to monitor their own cognitive processes through metacognition. The system uses a five-dimensional metacognitive state vector to help AI assess confidence, detect confusion, and decide when problems require deeper analysis, potentially transforming high-stakes applications.

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Deezer opens AI detection tool to rival platforms to combat fraudulent music streams

Deezer is making its AI detection tool commercially available to rival streaming platforms including Spotify, aiming to combat the flood of AI-generated music. The company reports receiving 60,000 fully AI-generated tracks daily, with 85% of streams from such content deemed fraudulent. The tool achieves 99.8% accuracy and has already been licensed to French royalty agency Sacem.

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OpenAI builds biometric social network to create bot-free platform with iris scanning

OpenAI is developing a social media platform that requires users to verify their identity through biometric data like iris scanning or Apple's Face ID. The bot-free network, led by a small team of fewer than 10 people, aims to solve the AI bot problem plaguing platforms like X by implementing proof-of-personhood technology potentially linked to Sam Altman's Worldcoin project.

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Samsung confirms AR glasses with multimodal AI capabilities are coming this year

Samsung officially confirmed its long-rumored AR glasses will launch in 2026 during its Q4 2025 earnings call. The company promises rich, immersive multimodal AI experiences through these next-generation wearables. Early leaks suggest the glasses will feature a 12MP camera, Qualcomm AR1 chipset, and a 155mAh battery.

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Google Uses India as Testing Ground to Scale AI in Education with Gemini Practice Tests

Google is deploying AI in education tools across India's 247 million students, making it the highest global user of Gemini for learning. The company launched JEE Main practice tests and is funding adaptive learning initiatives worth ₹85 crore, while navigating challenges around curriculum alignment, device access, and the role of teachers in AI-powered classrooms.

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