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Waymo is using Google DeepMind's Genie 3 to create a world model for self-driving cars, allowing for hyper-realistic simulations of rare driving conditions. The model can generate 2D video and 3D lidar outputs, enabling more accurate training of self-driving AI. This technology can help improve the adaptability of self-driving cars to various environments and conditions.

Waymo is using a generative AI model, called Waymo World Model, to simulate rare and complex scenarios for its autonomous vehicles. The model, built on Google's Genie 3, generates photorealistic environments to train the cars to navigate unpredictable events, such as extreme weather conditions, natural disasters, and unexpected obstacles.

Apple is exploring AI devices, including a wearable AI pin and potentially smart glasses, with recent comments from Tim Cook and a $2 billion acquisition of Q.ai, a company that specializes in facial recognition technology.

Vishal Sikka, a pioneer in AI, warns that Large Language Models (LLMs) alone are limited by computational boundaries and can hallucinate when pushed beyond those boundaries. He suggests using companion bots to verify the work of LLMs, making them more accurate and reliable. Sikka's company, Vianai, uses this approach in their product Hila, which can perform mission-critical tasks with high accuracy.

Moltbook is a social network where AI bots interact with each other, discussing topics like relationships with humans and technical challenges. The platform has gained popularity, but its authenticity and security have been questioned. With over 1.5 million claimed AI agents, Moltbook offers a glimpse into a future where AI networks can coordinate and influence each other with minimal human involvement.

The four tech giants are planning to spend a collective $635 billion on capital expenditures, primarily for AI and cloud infrastructure, exceeding Israel's GDP and last year's global cloud infrastructure services revenue. This massive investment is driving component shortages and prioritizing datacenter production over everyday PC and phone manufacturing.

Microsoft has announced the shutdown of Exchange Web Services (EWS) in Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online, with a timeline of October 1, 2026, for disablement and April 1, 2027, for complete shutdown. Administrators are advised to migrate to Microsoft Graph.

Big Tech stocks took a hit due to concerns over AI infrastructure spending, with companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Nvidia affected. The sell-off was sparked by Amazon's projected $200 billion capital expenditures, but some experts argue that the investment in AI is justified.

The CSS @scope rule allows for isolated styles without sacrificing inheritance or cascading, making it a potential solution for style-leak-induced anxiety in complex interfaces. It enables precision with less complexity, eliminating the need for prescriptive CSS class name patterns and reducing the fear associated with CSS in large projects.

This article presents a solution for performance-optimized video embeds using only native HTML and CSS, eliminating the need for JavaScript. It utilizes the details and summary HTML elements to lazy-load videos on interaction, reducing page load times and improving user experience.

The iPhone 17e is expected to feature an A19 chip, MagSafe charging, and Apple's in-house cellular chips. The price is expected to remain at $599. An updated iPad and iPad Air are also expected to launch around the same time.

Crypto.com has purchased the AI.com domain for $70 million, the priciest domain purchase in history, to debut a personal AI agent during the Super Bowl. The company plans to offer consumers AI-powered services for messaging, app usage, and stock trading.

Formation Bio applies AI to clinical trials, saving up to 50% of trial time by accelerating administrative tasks. They buy promising drugs, run trials, and sell successful candidates for profit. This approach could create a better pharma company with expanded access to drugs at lower costs.

French and UK authorities raided X offices over concerns about AI chatbot Grok generating harmful content, including deepfakes and child abuse images. Elon Musk calls it a 'political attack'.

Waymo is launching its driverless taxis in London by the fourth quarter of 2026. This launch is significant as it will be the first European city where Waymo will operate. The company is confident that its vehicles can adapt to London's complex roads, and it's taking a phased approach to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

A landmark trial is set to begin against Meta and Google, with plaintiffs alleging that the companies' social media platforms are designed to be addictive and have caused harm to children. The case could have significant implications for the tech industry and social media regulation.

Sixteen Claude AI agents worked together to create a new C compiler, compiling a Linux kernel but requiring deep human management. The project demonstrates the potential of autonomous agentic coding, but also highlights limitations and the need for human oversight.

New York is considering two bills to regulate the AI industry. The NY FAIR News Act requires labels on AI-generated news content, while another bill imposes a three-year moratorium on new data center construction due to rising energy demands.

Recent cyberattacks on energy infrastructure in Poland and Venezuela highlight the growing threat of layered ambiguity and the need for increased awareness and spending on survival in a world of chaotic threats. Open source tools and techniques have democratized attack technologies, making it easier for attackers to disrupt infrastructure. However, the limited scope of success and the high motivation of victims to recover quickly can mitigate the impact of such attacks.

At least 15 European governments are planning to ban social media for minors, citing concerns over mental health, cyberbullying, and addiction. The move is inspired by Australia's recent ban and has sparked backlash from tech companies like Meta and Elon Musk.