Genesis AI unveils GENE-26.5 model and full-stack robotics approach
Genesis AI has unveiled its GENE-26.5 model and a full-stack robotics approach, partnering with Wuji Tech to design human-like robotic hands for better data collection.
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586 storiesAurora lands McLane deal for driverless truck routes in Texas
Aurora Innovation has partnered with McLane to operate driverless truck routes in Texas, marking a key step in the company's transition to a commercial autonomous freight operator.
reMarkable launches Paper Pure monochrome tablet for $399
Norwegian tablet maker reMarkable has launched the Paper Pure, a $399 monochrome device that is expected to begin shipping in early June.
ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet on the company’s lithography monopoly
ASML CEO Christophe Fouquet says the chip market will remain supply-limited for years, dismissing startup rivals and reverse-engineering claims as he defends the company's lithography monopoly.
Transaera lands Amazon to scale its dehumidification tech
Amazon is testing Transaera’s new dehumidification units, which the company says are up to twice as efficient as existing systems, to help reach its 2040 net-zero goal.
Ouster launches Rev8 sensors to replace cameras in robotics
Ouster has launched its Rev8 sensor lineup, which combines lidar and camera functionality into a single chip, aiming to simplify sensor fusion for robotics and autonomous vehicles.
TDK Ventures’ Nicolas Sauvage on betting on the boring parts of AI
Nicolas Sauvage, managing director of TDK Ventures, is deploying $500 million across four funds to target long-term infrastructure bottlenecks in physical AI and the compute stack.
The Xteink X3 is a tiny, magnetic e-ink reader
The $80 Xteink X3 is a tiny, magnetic e-ink reader that could help reduce doomscrolling, though it lacks modern conveniences like USB-C and library app compatibility.
Meta acquires robotics startup to advance humanoid AI
Meta has acquired humanoid robotics startup Assured Robot Intelligence, integrating its team into the company's Superintelligence Labs to advance foundation models for physical AI.
Neurable pivots to licensing its non-invasive BCI technology
Neurable is looking to license its non-invasive brain-computer interface technology to consumer wearable manufacturers, following a $35 million Series A funding round.
OpenAI reportedly exploring smartphone development
Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo reports OpenAI might be developing a smartphone to bypass app stores and leverage AI agents, with a potential announcement as early as late 2026.
SpeakON launches MagSafe dictation device for $129
Notta has launched SpeakON, a $129 dictation device using Apple's magnetic mounting technology, but the product faces early platform and software challenges.
Apple names John Ternus as next CEO
Apple has announced that John Ternus will succeed Tim Cook as CEO later this year, marking a potential shift toward AI-powered hardware and robotics.
Apple Mac mini shortages drive up secondary market prices
Apple’s M4 Mac mini is sold out at retail, with AI-driven demand causing significant price inflation on secondary markets like eBay.
Porsche launches all-electric Cayenne Coupe globally
Porsche is launching an all-electric Cayenne Coupe globally, betting the new model could become its most successful variant as it continues selling gas-powered versions beyond 2030.
Samsung labor dispute threatens to worsen memory chip shortage
Samsung Electronics workers are threatening an 18-day strike over bonus disputes, a move that may compound the ongoing memory chip shortage.
Tesla admits millions of cars need hardware upgrades for true FSD
Tesla CEO Elon Musk confirmed millions of vehicles require hardware upgrades for future unsupervised Full Self-Driving, potentially exposing the company to legal challenges from customers.
NASA tests less than $5 million terminal to scale laser comms
NASA’s Artemis II mission successfully tested a low-cost laser communications terminal in Australia costing less than $5 million, demonstrating that space-to-Earth data links are ready to scale.
Google Cloud launches new custom AI chips to supplement Nvidia
Google Cloud launched its eighth-generation custom AI chips, TPU 8t and 8i, promising up to 3x faster training while continuing to offer Nvidia hardware in its infrastructure.
Rivian begins R2 production despite factory tornado damage
Rivian has started R2 SUV production at its Normal, Illinois factory, maintaining its rollout timeline despite recent tornado damage to the facility.