
Supercomputers hum, robots enter homes, and Hollywood fights back.
OpenAI is teaming up with Broadcom to build its first custom AI processors. The goal is 10 gigawatts of computing power by 2026. This will boost supercomputing performance and support large-scale AI systems. Google and Amazon are already well into developing proprietary AI processors, and now OpenAI has joined this high-stakes race where technical execution, supply chain stability, and competitive speed will determine long-term advantage. Meanwhile, household robots are getting smarter. Figure AI’s latest robot trains with human pilots to handle chores and manual labor. SoftBank’s acquisition of ABB Robotics adds more AI muscle to the mix.
Beyond these headlines, the AI world is moving fast. Hollywood is pushing back against AI-generated videos. OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets users insert real people into content. This is sparking debates over copyright and consent. Samsung’s Tiny Recursive Model outperforms massive LLMs in complex reasoning. Talent moves like Andrew Tulloch joining Meta highlight how top experts drive progress across labs and platforms. Reflection AI raised $2 billion to challenge a Western equivalent to Chinese AI firms like DeepSeek.
OpenAI’s Custom Chip Gamble: Racing Google & Amazon’s AI Silicon
OpenAI is partnering with Broadcom to build its first custom AI processors. The goal is to deliver 10 gigawatts of computing power by 2026. This will boost supercomputing performance and support the growing need for advanced, large-scale AI systems. This move follows OpenAI’s chip deals with Nvidia, AMD. Shares of Broadcom rose more than 10%.
Google Gemini Enterprise Brings AI to Every Workplace Workflow
Google launches Google Gemini Enterprise to put AI in every employee’s workflow. The release intensifies AI platform competition. It lets teams access, interact with, and leverage company data and AI-powered agents securely and efficiently.
Salesforce Reveals Agentforce to Boost Enterprise AI Workflows
Salesforce has unveiled Agentforce 360 at Dreamforce 2025. The platform links AI agents, data, apps, and humans. It helps IT, HR, and customer teams automate tasks. Slack integration lets employees collaborate and use AI across workflows efficiently. In the run-up to the event, the CRM leader has made several massive announcements,
- Salesforce unveils its Agentforce 360 platform to build, deploy AI agents
- Acquisition of Apromore highlights how process intelligence, agentic AI converging
- Raises prices across multiple products, including Slack
- Revamps Agentforce pricing with Flex Credits
Hollywood Clashes with OpenAI Over AI Copyright and Consent
OpenAI’s Sora 2 lets users insert real people into AI-generated videos. Hollywood studios push back, citing AI copyright and consent concerns. The dispute over likenesses and intellectual property could set key precedents for how AI is used in entertainment.
Onboard Camera Systems Are Helping Prevent Bullying on School Buses
Many schools use onboard camera systems to prevent bullying on buses. Cameras let staff monitor behavior in real time. They help stop bullying, hold students accountable, and make daily commutes safer for everyone.
New York City Sues Social Media Giants Over Youth Mental Health Risks
New York City filed a lawsuit against social media giants, alleging they harm children’s mental health. The federal complaint claims that TikTok addiction, or features on Facebook, Instagram, are causing anxiety and low self-esteem among young users.
SoftBank Acquires ABB Robotics in $5.4B to Advance AI-Powered Robotics Business
SoftBank announced the acquisition of ABB’s robotics division for $5.375 billion. The deal, set to close in 2026, strengthens SoftBank’s AI portfolio. Combining ABB’s technology with SoftBank’s existing AI and robotics assets aims to accelerate innovation and growth in intelligent robotics.
Figure 03 Robot Aims to Bring Household AI Into Your Home
Figure AI is testing the Figure 03 robot to perform domestic chores and manual labor. The startup trains the model with human pilots and previous robot versions. This innovation pushes household AI closer to reality, promising robots that can assist in everyday home tasks.
Reflection AI Raises $2B to Challenge DeepSeek in Frontier AI Development
Reflection AI secures $2 billion to build an open AI lab in the U.S. The startup is now positioning itself as both an open source alternative to closed frontier labs like OpenAI and Anthropic, and a Western equivalent to Chinese AI firms like DeepSeek. It will develop frontier models using top talent and advanced training systems. The company also aims for a scalable approach to open intelligence.
How School Bus Cameras Enhance Student Safety Onboard and at Bus Stops
AI-powered cameras monitor students to prevent bullying and catch illegal passing. With real-time video feeds and GPS tracking, drivers stay accountable. Schools report safer commutes, fewer incidents, and stronger enforcement, ensuring students are protected both onboard and at bus stops.
Samsung’s Tiny AI Model Outperforms Giant LLMs in Complex Reasoning
Samsung introduces the Tiny Recursive Model (TRM), a small AI network that beats massive LLMs in multi-step reasoning. The model achieves state-of-the-art results with just 7 million parameters, offering a parameter-efficient and sustainable alternative to giant reasoning AI systems.
Andrew Tulloch Joins Meta After Rejecting Earlier $1B Offer
Former OpenAI engineer Andrew Tulloch, co-founder of Thinking Machines Lab, has accepted Meta’s revised $1.5 billion offer. He becomes the first talent successfully poached from Mira Murati’s AI firm, bringing deep expertise in machine learning, GPT pretraining, and O-series reasoning projects.
n8n Raises $180M to Advance AI-Driven Workflow Automation in Businesses
n8n secures $180 million to enhance workflow automation with AI agents. The platform balances autonomy and control, connecting tools, data, and humans. This approach ensures AI moves from testing to production efficiently, delivering practical value and real business impact.
OpenAI Files Complaint with EU Over Big Tech Data Practices
OpenAI raised concerns with the EU about Google, Microsoft, and Apple, citing restricted access to key datasets. The startup argues these practices hinder competition and growth, highlighting tensions in the AI ecosystem over data control and market access.
How IoT Mobile Apps Are Making Everyday Life Easier and More Connected
IoT mobile apps connect billions of devices. They allow real-time data sharing and automation. Users enjoy personalized experiences and smarter homes. Businesses gain efficiency, save costs, and make better decisions. Together, these apps create a seamless and connected ecosystem.
What Else is Happening?
- Apple Readies M5 iPad, MacBook Launch
- Rishi Sunak Joins Microsoft and Anthropic Advisory
- Qualcomm Acquires Arduino to Boost Robotics
- Slack Upgrades Slackbot into AI Assistant
- Figma Adds Google Gemini AI Integration
- IBM Integrates Claude AI into Enterprise Software
- Anthropic Eyes India Expansion with Reliance
- Square AI Adds Smarter Local Insights
- Nvidia Continues Sponsoring H-1B Visas
- 1Password: Password Manager for Robots
- Perplexity Pauses Ads to Rethink Strategy
AI is moving beyond labs. It is now entering homes, workplaces, and even entertainment. Custom processors, advanced workflow automation, and AI-generated content are creating new opportunities. At the same time, it is raising questions about ethics and control. Every breakthrough brings both promise and responsibility.
The focus now is on wisely using AI. Everyone is learning to balance power, safety, and practicality. How AI is applied in daily life and critical systems will determine its real impact in the years ahead.
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