Reading Time : 2minutes Beijing hosted the world’s first humanoid robot half-marathon, where 21 robots ran alongside humans in separate lanes. Tiangong Ultra won with a 2-hour-40-minute finish, showcasing advanced robotics and battery swap technology. The race highlighted both impressive progress and ongoing challenges in robot endurance and stability, marking a new era in humanoid robot capabilities.
Reading Time : 2minutes Nvidia’s $12B Chinese market lifeline has snapped after the U.S. blocked H20 chip exports, prompting a major loss and stock drop.
Reading Time : 2minutes As AI evolves, the value of liberal arts is resurging. Tech companies are turning to history, literature, and philosophy graduates to add empathy, ethics, and nuance to AI systems. This human-centric perspective ensures technology doesn’t lose sight of the values that define us. The future of AI might just be more about people than machines.
Reading Time : 2minutes Nvidia’s stock volatility reveals deeper concerns about how fast AI is actually being adopted. As export fears and new tariffs loom, investors grow impatient with the slow real-world payoff from cutting-edge AI tech.
Reading Time : 2minutesH&M introduces AI-generated digital twins in its new campaign, transforming fashion marketing by streamlining content production while maintaining ethical standards.
Reading Time : 2minutesChina leads in industrial robotics, surpassing Allemagne and Japan in robot density. Domestic manufacturers now control nearly half of the market, but reliance on foreign semiconductors poses risks. The workforce is adapting to automation, yet concerns remain about job displacement. While China dominates deployment, its technological dependence makes long-term competitiveness uncertain.
Reading Time : 3minutesManus, a new AI agent from China, promises true autonomy, handling complex tasks with minimal input. Its rapid rise has sparked comparisons to DeepSeek, raising questions about China’s AI advancements. While powerful, Manus has drawbacks like slow performance and occasional errors. As competition intensifies, the battle for AI dominance is far from over.
Reading Time : 3minutesThe AI deepfake boom of 2025 blurs reality with advanced tech, reshaping entertainment and scams alike. Detection lags as tools spread, challenging trust and ethics. From creative breakthroughs to $25M heists, deepfakes are a double-edged sword—innovation or chaos?
Reading Time : 3minutesMeta’s testing AI agents to connect users with businesses, promising faster replies across platforms like Instagram and WhatsApp. It’s a competitive move in a world of evolving tech, but will it sacrifice the human touch?
Reading Time : 2minutesChristie’s AI art auction saw mixed results amid controversy over copyright concerns. Despite this, Refik Anadol’s work excelled, highlighting growing interest in AI-generated art. The auction raised complex questions about the future of AI art.
Reading Time : 2minutesMicrosoft introduces Dragon Copilot, an AI assistant streamlining healthcare workflows by automating tasks and improving patient care.
Reading Time : 2minutesAmazon introduces Alexa+, a generative AI-powered voice assistant offering advanced features like natural conversations and personalized recommendations, available for $19.99 per month or free for Prime members.
Reading Time : 2minutesBYD’s bold move to offer its “God’s Eye” smart driving system for free shakes up the EV market, challenging Tesla’s $8,800 tech. As competition intensifies, the future of affordable autonomous driving looks more dynamic than ever.
Reading Time : 2minutesGoogle’s AI co-scientist, part of the Gemini 2.0 platform, promises to transform scientific research by generating hypotheses and expediting discoveries. Early results show significant potential, but ethical concerns and limitations must be addressed through a Trusted Tester Program aimed at responsible exploration.