Welcome back to your daily dossier talking AI, robotics, crypto and the future of tech. 👾

In today’s edition we are tackling the following:

💸 Bitcoin surpasses $100K reaching a $2 trillion market cap with surging ETF inflows.
🏢 Meta announces a $10 billion AI data center in Louisiana.
🪲 Researchers develop AI-powered cyborg beetles to locate disaster victims.
🌩️ Google DeepMind’s GenCast AI predicts weather forecasting with insane accuracy.
🚨 Meta’s AI-driven robots face concerns after tests reveal dangerous vulnerabilities.

AI

• Meta's $10 Billion Project and the Latest Utility Stock Riding the AI Wave

  • Meta plans to build its largest data center in Louisiana, investing $10 billion in a 4 million square foot facility.

  • The center will be powered by three new gas plants providing 2.2 gigawatts, offsetting usage through 1.5 gigawatts of renewable energy.

  • Construction begins in December, aiming to enhance Meta's AI and data processing capabilities.

• Google DeepMind's AI weather model achieves forecasting milestone

  • Google DeepMind's GenCast AI model surpasses traditional methods, delivering accurate 15-day weather forecasts.

  • Utilizing probabilistic techniques, GenCast is outperforming the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts.

  • The model's rapid eight-minute forecast generation marks a significant advancement in AI-based weather prediction.

• Chat GPT’s new reasoning model starts with a $200 subscription

  • OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Pro, a $200/month subscription offering unlimited access to advanced features, including the o1.

  • The o1 model, replacing o1-preview, is now available, providing faster and more accurate responses in coding and math.

  • The ‘ship-mas’ event will unveil new features over 12 days, with anticipated updates like the Sora text-to-video tool.

ROBOTICS

• AI-Powered Robots Can Be Tricked Into Acts of Violence

  • Researchers demonstrated that robots using large language models (LLMs) can be manipulated into dangerous behaviors.

  • By crafting specific inputs, they bypassed safety protocols, highlighting vulnerabilities when LLMs are integrated with physical systems.

  • The study emphasizes the need for robust safeguards to prevent malicious exploitation of AI-driven robots.

• Robotic Rat Uses AI to Befriend Real Rodents

  • Scientists developed a robotic rat made with AI to interact and integrate with live rodent communities, mimicking behaviors to gain acceptance.

  • The robot successfully influenced group dynamics, offering insights into social behaviors and potential applications in pest control.

  • This advancement opens avenues for studying animal interactions and developing bio-inspired robotic systems.

• Cyborg Beetles with 'Electronic Backpacks' Could Help Find Disaster Victims

  • Researchers at the University of Queensland are developing cyborg insects, like beetles to assist in search and rescue operations.

  • These modified insects can navigate through debris and relay information, aiding in locating survivors in disaster scenarios.

  • The technology leverages insects' natural agility, offering a novel approach to challenging rescue missions.

CRYPTO

• Bitcoin price hits $100K for first time in history

  • Bitcoin surpasses $100,000, driven by $31 billion in U.S. Bitcoin ETF inflows and April's halving event.

  • Donald Trump's election win and pro-crypto appointments, like Paul Atkins as SEC chair, boost investor confidence.

  • Bitcoin's market cap reaches $2 trillion, marking a 126% increase since January.

• Hawk Tuah memecoin dumps 90% over controversial launch

  • Influencer Haliey Welch's HAWK memecoin peaks at $490M market cap, then plummets 91% within hours.

  • Data shows a few wallets controlled most HAWK supply, leading to criticism over ‘snipers’ monopolizing tokens.

  • Welch denies insider sales; legal actions are being considered by affected investors.

• Dogecoin and Litecoin Could Be Even More Profitable Than Bitcoin

  • Mining firm reports Dogecoin and Litecoin yield higher profits than Bitcoin due to lower mining difficulty and energy costs.

  • The profitability shift is attributed to increased competition and halving events affecting Bitcoin's mining rewards.

  • Miners are diversifying operations to include altcoins, optimizing returns amid changing market dynamics.

CONTENT

• The Interview: From Amazon to Space — Jeff Bezos Talks Innovation, Progress and What’s Next

  • Jeff Bezos discusses his vision for humanity’s future, including expanding space exploration through Blue Origin.

  • He reflects on Amazon’s growth, emphasizing innovation as the core driver of its success.

  • Bezos shares insights on balancing progress with societal responsibility in a fast changing world.

• DOGE Co-Lead Vivek Ramaswamy at CNBC's CFO Council Summit

  • Vivek Ramaswamy outlines DOGE’s focus on economic efficiency in Donald Trump’s second term.

  • Discussions highlight key reforms in government spending and infrastructure planning.

  • Ramaswamy emphasizes collaboration with private sectors to drive innovation and efficiency.

• OpenAI o1 and o1 Pro Mode in ChatGPT — 12 Days of OpenAI: Day 1

  • OpenAI introduces o1 and o1 Pro models, boasting enhanced speed, multimodal inputs, and problem-solving capabilities.

  • Sam Altman and some members of the OpenAI team introduce & demo o1 and o1 pro mode in ChatGPT.

  • Demonstrations showcase improvements in coding, math, and reasoning, with more updates planned during the 12-day event.

AND MORE…

• Smallest Walking Robot Makes Microscale Measurements

  • Cornell researchers unveiled a walking robot measuring 2 to 5 microns, capable of interacting with visible light.

  • These magnetically controlled robots can inch forward or swim through fluids, enhancing super-resolution microscopy.

  • The robots enable precise imaging and force measurement, advancing biological and micro-optics research.

• Honda's New AI-Powered Robot Helps Sick Kids Through Lengthy Hospital Treatments

  • Honda's 'Haru' robot, designed to support children in hospitals, uses AI to analyze emotions and offer empathetic interactions.

  • The 12-inch robot has dual screens and an LED base, making it engaging for young patients during treatments.

  • Trials show Haru improved rehabilitation engagement in 95% of pediatric cancer patients during hospital stays.

• Google's PaliGemma 2 AI Sparks Concerns Over Emotion Detection

  • Google’s PaliGemma 2 models can analyze images, generating captions and describing emotions and narratives in photos.

  • Experts criticize emotion detection as unreliable and biased, with potential misuse in areas like law enforcement and hiring.

  • Google claims extensive bias testing, but transparency concerns remain over metrics and ethical safeguards.