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Google DeepMind Shrinks Gemini AI to Run Fully On-Robot—No Internet Needed

Jul 7, 2025

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Google DeepMind Shrinks Gemini AI to Run Fully On-Robot—No Internet Needed

A new compact version of DeepMind’s Gemini VLA model now powers real-world robots completely offline, unlocking secure, plug-and-play learning for advanced manipulation tasks.

Dhiraj Thareja

AI Is Transforming the Perfume Industry — But at What Cost?

Jul 4, 2025

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AI Is Transforming the Perfume Industry — But at What Cost?

From digitized scents and 48-hour custom samples to deepfake marketing and creative tension, AI is rapidly reshaping fragrance creation.

Dhiraj Thareja

OpenAI’s First AI Hardware with Jony Ive: Not a Wearable, but Trademark Troubles Loom

Jul 3, 2025

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OpenAI’s First AI Hardware with Jony Ive: Not a Wearable, but Trademark Troubles Loom

Court filings and a temporary restraining order over the “io” brand reveal OpenAI’s plans for a pocket-or-desk‐sized AI device—set for 2026 shipment—and ongoing litigation with audio startup iYO.

Dhiraj Thareja

Jony Ive and Sam Altman Join Forces with OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Hardware

Jul 2, 2025

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Jony Ive and Sam Altman Join Forces with OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Hardware

The legendary Apple designer and OpenAI’s CEO are reimagining consumer tech with a bold new AI-first device backed by $1 billion in funding.

Dhiraj Thareja

Applebee’s and IHOP Tap AI to Revolutionize Restaurant Personalization

Jul 1, 2025

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Applebee’s and IHOP Tap AI to Revolutionize Restaurant Personalization

Dine Brands, the parent company of Applebee’s and IHOP, is introducing AI-driven personalization tools to enhance customer dining experiences, improve staff efficiency, and modernize restaurant operations across thousands of locations.

Dhiraj Thareja

Google Tests “Search Live” — a Real-Time Voice Conversation Feature in AI‐Powered Search

Jun 30, 2025

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Google Tests “Search Live” — a Real-Time Voice Conversation Feature in AI‐Powered Search

Users in Google Labs can now speak to Search with Gemini AI, hear responses aloud, and soon integrate visuals via camera sharing for seamless, hands‐free search.

Dhiraj Thareja

YouTube to Integrate Veo 3 AI Video Generation into Shorts This Summer

Jun 27, 2025

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YouTube to Integrate Veo 3 AI Video Generation into Shorts This Summer

YouTube CEO Neal Mohan announced that creators will soon be able to generate short-form AI videos with synchronized audio directly in Shorts via DeepMind’s Veo 3 model, built to expand creative tools and boost engagement.

Dhiraj Thareja

How The Roottrees are Dead Swapped AI Art for Human Illustrations

Jun 26, 2025

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How The Roottrees are Dead Swapped AI Art for Human Illustrations

Why the move from AI-generated images to hand-drawn ones made all the difference.

Dhiraj Thareja

California seeks a second shot at AI oversight after vetoed bill

Jun 25, 2025

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California seeks a second shot at AI oversight after vetoed bill

Governor Newsom taps AI experts to craft a nuanced state regulatory framework following rejection of SB 1047

Dhiraj Thareja

OpenAI Lands Landmark $200M DoD Contract to Supercharge AI in National Security

Jun 24, 2025

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OpenAI Lands Landmark $200M DoD Contract to Supercharge AI in National Security

The deal marks OpenAI’s first formal collaboration with the U.S. Department of Defense, focusing on ethically guided AI tools for cyber defense, military operations, and federal administration.

Dhiraj Thareja

Archive

Dive into a collection of past posts and rediscover timeless content.

Google DeepMind Shrinks Gemini AI to Run Fully On-Robot—No Internet Needed

AI Is Transforming the Perfume Industry — But at What Cost?

OpenAI’s First AI Hardware with Jony Ive: Not a Wearable, but Trademark Troubles Loom

Jony Ive and Sam Altman Join Forces with OpenAI to Build Next-Gen AI Hardware

Applebee’s and IHOP Tap AI to Revolutionize Restaurant Personalization

Google Tests “Search Live” — a Real-Time Voice Conversation Feature in AI‐Powered Search

YouTube to Integrate Veo 3 AI Video Generation into Shorts This Summer

How The Roottrees are Dead Swapped AI Art for Human Illustrations

California seeks a second shot at AI oversight after vetoed bill

OpenAI Lands Landmark $200M DoD Contract to Supercharge AI in National Security

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