Top stories in robotics today: – Rivian launches a robotics spinoff
– Xpeng unveils next-gen robotaxis and humanoid
– Humanoid startup K-Scale calls it quits
– MIT teaches robots to map faster
– Quick hits on other robotics news Read more: https://
robotnews.therundown.ai/p/rivian-spins
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Rivian Robotics Spinoff and Major Humanoid Robot Announcements
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Microsoft AI Commits to Human-Centered Superintelligence Research
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At Microsoft AI, we believe humans matter more than AI. We want to build AI that deeply reflects our wider mission to empower every person on the planet. And we want the MAI Superintelligence team to be the world’s best place to research and build AI, bar none.
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Microsoft Pursues Humanist Superintelligence with New AI Team
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What kind of AI does the world really want? At @MicrosoftAI
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Sequoia Remains Undefeated Leader in AI Investment Competition
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Sequoia remains the undefeated king of the hill. (The competitors had to create and take new hills).
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Apple Integrates Gemini into Siri; New AI Tools Emerge
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Top stories in AI today: – Apple taps Gemini for Siri overhaul
– Ex-Meta designers launch Stream Ring AI
– Use AI to find patents and innovation
– Edison Scientific debuts Kosmos AI scientist
– 4 new AI tools, community workflows, and more Read more: https://
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AI Transforms Energy Sector: Innovations Showcased at ADIPEC2025
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AI is now the backbone of energy transformation. From @MBZUAI
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X as symbol of freedom and algorithmic manipulation concerns
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在我们心中,X 就是自由的代表。
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iPhone Users Vulnerable to New Cyber Fraud Exploit
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#iPhone users no longer immune as cyber fraudsters exploit new Vulnerability https://
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Nike Launches Brain-Inspired Neuroscience Footwear Design
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Nike's first #neuroscience-based footwear "designed from the brain down" https://
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Perplexity Becomes Default AI for Snapchat Users January 2026
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Perplexity will be the default AI for all Snapchat users in the Snapchat app from January 2026. Excited to work together with Evan and Snap team on many more projects.