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Brain inspired startup linked to Yann LeCun challenges large language model dominance

31 Jan 2026

San Francisco based Logical Intelligence, linked to Yann LeCun, is pushing a brain inspired, hybrid roadmap to artificial general intelligence as an alternative to the prevailing large language model strategy that has absorbed hundreds of billions of dollars.

artificial intelligence, machine learning, neuroscience, startups

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Reward models inherit value biases from large language model foundations

31 Jan 2026

New research shows that reward models used to align large language models inherit systematic value biases from their pre-trained foundations, with Llama and Gemma models diverging along agency and communion dimensions. The work raises fresh safety questions about treating base model choice as a purely technical performance decision in Artificial Intelligence alignment pipelines.

alignment, artificial intelligence, ethics, machine learning

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Qualcomm and AMD explore SOCAMM2 memory for artificial intelligence hardware

31 Jan 2026

Qualcomm and AMD are weighing SOCAMM2 memory for next generation artificial intelligence systems, following Nvidia's Vera CPU design that pushes LPDDR5X capacity and bandwidth directly onto the module form factor.

artificial intelligence, hardware, memory, semiconductors

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Game industry survey finds strong support for unions and concern over generative Artificial Intelligence

31 Jan 2026

The 2026 State of the Game Industry survey shows overwhelming support for unionization among United States game workers, while opinions fracture around the growing use and impact of generative Artificial Intelligence tools.

artificial intelligence, labor, video games

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Nvidia expands open physical artificial intelligence stack for robots and autonomous systems

31 Jan 2026

Nvidia is rolling out an expanded suite of open physical artificial intelligence models, simulation tools and orchestration frameworks that connect Omniverse, OpenUSD and Isaac technologies to accelerate real world robots and autonomous machines.

autonomous vehicles, nvidia, open source, robotics

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Mercedes-Benz unveils new S-Class with level 4-ready autonomous architecture on Nvidia Drive AV

31 Jan 2026

Mercedes-Benz is introducing a new S-Class built on Nvidia’s Drive Hyperion and Drive AV platforms, creating a level 4-ready architecture focused on safety, redundancy and premium autonomous experiences.

artificial intelligence, automotive, autonomous vehicles, nvidia

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Inside the Vitalism movement and the privacy risks of Artificial Intelligence memory

30 Jan 2026

A new longevity subculture called Vitalism is pushing the idea that death should be treated as a solvable problem, while experts warn that Artificial Intelligence systems designed to remember users are creating a new frontier of privacy risks.

artificial intelligence, ethics, longevity, privacy

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DHS taps Google and Adobe artificial intelligence tools for public-facing videos

30 Jan 2026

The Department of Homeland Security is using commercial artificial intelligence video generators from Google and Adobe to create and edit public-facing content, as newly released documents shed light on the agency’s growing reliance on automated tools.

artificial intelligence, big tech, government, surveillance

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Amazon weighs up to $50 billion investment in OpenAI fundraising round

30 Jan 2026

Amazon is reportedly in talks to invest up to $50 billion in OpenAI as part of a massive fundraising effort that could reshape the economics of Artificial Intelligence infrastructure.

artificial intelligence, big tech, cloud-computing, venture investment

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Research excellence at the UF College of Medicine in 2025

30 Jan 2026

In 2025, the University of Florida College of Medicine expanded its research footprint across cancer, neuromedicine, diabetes, and women’s and children’s health, leveraging artificial intelligence to accelerate discovery and clinical impact.

artificial intelligence, health care, medical research, university of florida

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What EO 14365 means for state artificial intelligence laws and business compliance

30 Jan 2026

Executive order 14365 signals a push toward a national artificial intelligence policy that could preempt certain state regulations without immediately changing existing compliance obligations. Businesses using artificial intelligence are advised to monitor forthcoming federal actions while continuing to follow current state laws.

artificial intelligence, legal, regulation, us government

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Generative Artificial Intelligence reshapes europe’s economy, society and policy

30 Jan 2026

The european commission’s joint research centre outlines how generative artificial intelligence is altering research, industry, labour markets and social equality in the EU, while highlighting gaps in patents, investment and safeguards. The report points to both productivity gains and rising risks that demand coordinated policy responses.

artificial intelligence, eu policy, labour and skills, research and innovation