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Neuromorphic Computing Breakthrough: Brain-Inspired Machines Solve Complex Physics Equations

Sandia National Laboratories research shows neuromorphic computers modeled after the human brain can now solve complex physics simulation equations that once required energy-hungry supercomputers. This breakthrough could revolutionize computing while reducing energy consumption by over 99%.

Samsung Enters Smart Glasses Race: Can Project HAEAN Challenge Meta's Dominance?

Samsung announces its first AI smart glasses launching in 2026, featuring built-in camera for smartphone AI processing, codenamed Project HAEAN. Aims to challenge Meta's 82% market share in smart glasses.

Marvell's $23 Billion Celestial AI Acquisition: Why AI Chip Giants Bet Big on Optical Interconnects

Marvell Technology announces $3.25 billion acquisition of Celestial AI, with potential total value reaching $5.5 billion if milestones are met. The deal highlights the strategic importance of optical I/O technology in AI data centers.

Anthropic's New Funding Round Exceeds $13 Billion: Multiple Institutions Chase, Valuation May Exceed $350 Billion

Anthropic is about to complete a new funding round with committed capital exceeding $10 billion, potentially reaching over $130 billion yuan. Valuation may exceed $350 billion. Coatue Management and GIC lead the round.

Pentagon Creates First Independent AI Budget: $13.4 Billion in FY2026 Sets Record

For the first time, the US Pentagon created an independent budget line for AI and autonomous systems in FY2026, totaling $13.4 billion - the largest single-year AI investment in US defense history.

Cursor Launches Automation System: Triggers AI Coding Agents Based on Code Changes, Slack Messages

Cursor launched a new "Automations" system that can automatically trigger coding agents based on codebase changes, Slack messages, timers, or incident alerts. This is a major breakthrough in AI-assisted programming.

Nippon Life Sues OpenAI: ChatGPT Practicing Law Without Lawyer Qualification

Nippon Life Insurance's US subsidiary sues OpenAI, alleging ChatGPT practiced law without lawyer qualification, helping insurance claimants file lawsuits. This is the first lawsuit targeting AI providing legal services.

MIIT: Accelerate Breakthroughs in Solid-State Batteries and High-Level Autonomous Driving

MIIT clarifies five key tasks for 2026 as the first year of the "15th Five-Year Plan", including accelerating the development plan for intelligent connected new energy vehicles and breakthroughs in solid-state batteries and high-level autonomous driving.

Ericsson Executive Predicts 6G Standards Release in 2029: AI-Native Networks to Become Future Foundation

Ericsson's global CTO Magnus Ewerbring predicts 6G standards will release in early 2029, with first hardware in late 2029 and commercial rollout in 2030. AI-native networks will become the future foundation.

2026's First A-Share IPO: Enflame Technology STAR Market Application Accepted, Plans to Raise 6 Billion Yuan for AI Chips

Enflame Technology's STAR Market IPO application has been accepted, becoming 2026's first A-share IPO. The company plans to raise 6 billion yuan to expand AI chip R&D.