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Unleashing the Power of Physical AI in Robotics

NVIDIA introduces open physical AI models at CES 2026, enabling developers to create autonomous systems with high-fidelity simulation and edge deployment capabilities. Caterpillar's Cat AI Assistant and LEM Surgical's Dynamis Robotic Surgical System showcase the power of NVIDIA's physical AI stack in real-world applications.

China's AI Catch-Up Race

Alibaba's CEO envisions AI-driven intelligent revolution with AGI and ASI, unlocking human potential at unimaginable speeds. Beijing's AI policy focuses on real-life applications while Chinese companies articulate grand visions for the future.

UK Media Groups Seek Opt-Out from Google AI Overviews

UK competition watchdog proposes measures to give web publishers power to stop Google scraping content for AI Overviews, impacting revenue due to decreased click-through traffic to original journalism. News organisations aim to increase leverage to get paid if content is used in AI summaries, addressing concerns over Google's dominance in online search.

AI Impact: Liz Kendall Acknowledges Job Losses

UK technology secretary warns of job losses due to AI deployment, plans to train 10 million Britons in AI skills to adapt to workforce changes. Liz Kendall acknowledges concerns about potential redundancies in graduate entry jobs in industries like law and finance.