Aug 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum French robotics startup Genesis AI has unveiled its first foundational model, GENE-26.5, alongside a human-like robotic hand built in-house. The hand can perform complex tasks such as cooking, playing piano, and solving a Rubik’s Cube. Co-founder and CEO Zhou Xian explains the company built its own hardware for full-stack control. Genesis AI recently completed a $105 million seed funding round and is now working on a full-body robot. View more
Aug 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Chinese AI startup DeepSeek has begun raising external capital for the first time, aiming to establish a market benchmark for its valuation. The limited round is designed to give employees clarity on stock options and curb departures to well-funded rivals. Parent company High-Flyer remains profitable, so the startup is not in urgent need of funds. DeepSeek may sell up to 3% equity, prioritizing state-backed and industrial investors. View more
Aug 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Some early OpenAI investors are questioning the company's $852 billion valuation as strategy shifts make it appear unfocused. They criticize the pivot to enterprise sales, where OpenAI trails Anthropic, and point to recent project cancellations. The company defends its infrastructure lead and investor confidence. View more
Aug 04, 2026Twila Rosenbaum We explain our updated approach to personal data, including what information we collect, how it is used, and the legal basis under GDPR. The policy covers cookies, data storage within the EEA, and user privacy rights. We also describe how to exercise those rights and contact our data representative. Visitors are encouraged to review the policy before using our services. View more
Aug 03, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Bloomington native Joshua Bell returns to his hometown to direct and perform with the Academy of St Martin in the Fields. The concert takes place March 26, 2024, at Indiana University Auditorium, featuring Mozart, Brahms, and Schumann. Bell will play on all pieces, leading the renowned chamber orchestra from the violin. View more
Aug 03, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reviewed progress on strategic port and transport projects, including expansions at Safaga, Damietta, Alexandria, and Sokhna ports. The meeting covered Egypt's high-speed electric railway network, monorail systems, and the Bus Rapid Transit project on Cairo's Ring Road. Trial operations on the first high-speed rail line are scheduled to begin in September 2026. Al-Sisi directed officials to complete all projects on schedule and to the highest quality standards. View more
Aug 03, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Hank Green, a popular YouTuber and novelist, has apologized for using AI chatbots in his creative process. He acknowledged that his reliance on ChatGPT has become 'not healthy' and disconnected him from his audience. The apology follows speculation after a video appeared to contain a chatbot phrase. He plans to slow down and return to more unscripted work. View more
Aug 03, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Dili has raised $21.7 million in combined seed and Series A funding to apply AI to complex construction compliance. The company targets projects with federal funding, including data centers and clean energy facilities, helping them navigate overlapping rules. Its hybrid approach uses AI to extract data and deterministic engines to verify compliance. The software is already deployed across roughly 700 projects. View more
Aug 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Google Pixel Buds Pro launched in May 2022 and became a favorite for Android users. Over the years it gained features like ANC, Conversation Detection, Hearing Wellness, and Gemini support. The original model continued to receive updates even after the 2024 arrival of Pixel Buds Pro 2. Here is a complete timeline of key news and facts. View more
Aug 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum The Pixel Buds Pro 2 have seen a steady stream of updates, leaks, and comparisons since launch. This roundup covers the key headlines from early leaks to software drops, color additions, and buying advice. Stay informed on what's happened with Google's flagship earbuds. View more
Aug 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum Google's Pixel 9 Pro Fold has been in the spotlight for its design, price, durability, and software. This roundup gathers the most important headlines and key facts, including warranty updates, discounts, case availability, and repair costs. View more
Aug 02, 2026Twila Rosenbaum German Chancellor Olaf Scholz arrived in China for a three-day visit focused on trade tensions and Russia’s war in Ukraine. He visited Chongqing and Shanghai before meeting Xi Jinping and Li Qiang in Beijing. The trip highlights Germany’s economic reliance on China despite calls for de-risking. View more
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