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

In today’s edition we are tackling the following:

🎮 Microsoft’s Muse AI generates game environments, streamlining Xbox development.
🤖 China’s humanoid robots perform a synchronized dance at the Spring Festival Gala.
💼 Google’s Career Dreamer AI helps users explore job paths based on their skills.
📉 Crypto analysts warn Bitcoin could drop to $86K amid slowing investor demand.
⚖️ Argentina’s Milei faces backlash after his crypto endorsement led to major losses.

AI

• Microsoft's Xbox AI Era Starts with new Model

  • Microsoft has introduced Muse, an AI model designed to generate game environments and assist in Xbox game development.

  • Developed with Ninja Theory, Muse creates visuals based on player actions, streamlining early-stage game design.

  • While its resolution is currently 300×180 pixels, Muse could help preserve and modernize classic games over time.

• Google's 'Career Dreamer' Uses AI to Help You Explore Job Possibilities

  • Google has launched Career Dreamer, an AI tool that helps users explore career paths based on their skills and experience.

  • The tool generates personalized career identity statements to guide users toward new job opportunities.

  • This initiative aims to make career transitions smoother by providing AI-driven, customized job recommendations.

• Mistral's Le Chat Tops 1M Downloads in Just 14 Days

  • Mistral's AI chatbot, Le Chat, has surpassed 1 million downloads within two weeks of its launch.

  • The app gained viral popularity in late January, rapidly attracting a large user base worldwide.

  • Le Chat’s rapid growth underscores the increasing demand for AI-powered conversational assistants.

ROBOTICS

• Humanoid Robots Bust Dance Moves Alongside Humans

  • Sixteen humanoid robots performed the Yangge dance at China’s Spring Festival Gala, executing synchronized moves with humans.

  • The 5.74-foot-tall robots flawlessly integrated into the performance, showcasing China's AI and robotics advancements.

  • This fusion of technology and tradition highlights the growing role of humanoid robots in entertainment and culture.

• Chinese Humanoid Robot 'Tien Kung' Completes 134 Step Challenge

  • The 'Tien Kung' humanoid robot successfully climbed 134 outdoor steps in Beijing, navigating uneven terrain without missteps.

  • Developed in China, it uses vision-based walking tech, maintaining stability even on snow and rough surfaces.

  • The robot can run up to 12 km/h and withstand strong impacts, demonstrating advanced mobility and durability.

• Lifelike Humanoid Robot Designed to Be 'Emotional Companion'

  • Engineers have built a humanoid robot that recognizes emotions, offering companionship and responsive interactions.

  • The AI-powered robot uses facial recognition and conversation skills to provide comfort and assist with daily tasks.

  • This marks a step toward integrating robots into human environments as emotional support companions.

CRYPTO

• Bitcoin Could Drop to $86K

  • Bitcoin is trading around $96,710, but CryptoQuant analysts warn it could fall to $86,000 due to slowing demand.

  • Liquidity conditions remain weak, with declining investor inflows into spot Bitcoin ETFs signaling reduced interest.

  • The cryptocurrency has been stuck in a narrow range, increasing concerns of further downside movement.

• Javier Milei's Crypto Scandal Led to Losses for 86% of Traders

  • Argentine President Javier Milei is under fire after endorsing $LIBRA, which crashed and caused heavy losses.

  • The token initially surged after his support but collapsed, wiping out over $4 billion in market value.

  • More than 110 investors have filed complaints, fueling fraud allegations and impeachment discussions.

• SEC Reverses Course, Dismisses Its Own Crypto Rulemaking Case Appeal

  • The SEC has dropped its appeal in a crypto rulemaking case, signaling a possible regulatory shift under Trump.

  • The case sought to extend securities laws to DeFi projects but faced legal resistance from industry groups.

  • This decision hints at a softer stance on crypto regulation, aligning with broader deregulatory policies.

CONTENT

• ChatGPT Pro vs Perplexity : Building a $5M Startup from Scratch

  • Greg Isenberg compares ChatGPT Pro and Perplexity AI for startup ideation, testing their ability to generate AI business ideas.

  • Perplexity provides faster, concise responses, while ChatGPT delivers in-depth analysis but takes longer to process queries.

  • The video showcases real-time demonstrations of both tools for business planning, research, and market validation.

• Satya Nadella – Microsoft's AGI Plan & Quantum Breakthrough

  • Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella shares insights on AGI, expressing skepticism while emphasizing AI-driven economic growth.

  • He discusses Microsoft’s quantum computing advances, including the Majorana 1 chip for stable, scalable qubits.

  • The interview highlights Microsoft's AI strategy, covering its research investments and product integrations.

• How AI Is Changing Enterprise

  • Box CEO Aaron Levie explores how Fortune 500 companies are adopting AI to streamline workflows and boost productivity.

  • The conversation examines the trade-off between building internal AI tools versus relying on third-party AI solutions.

  • Levie argues enterprises prioritize AI that directly enhances workflow efficiency over the complexity of AI models.

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• Humane Shuts Down AI Pin, Sells Assets to HP

  • Humane has discontinued its AI Pin and sold its assets to HP for $116 million, marking the end of its hardware ambitions.

  • The AI Pin will stop working on February 28, 2025, as Humane's servers are deactivated, ending device functionality.

  • HP will absorb Humane’s team and tech into its AI division, HP IQ, to integrate AI into its broader product ecosystem.

• Google Develops AI 'Co-Scientist' to Accelerate Research

  • Google has introduced an AI ‘co-scientist’ designed to identify research gaps and generate hypotheses in real time.

  • Tests with Stanford and Imperial College London show potential, including insights into gene transfer and disease research.

  • The system uses multiple AI agents to simulate scientific discovery, aiming to speed up innovation across fields.

• Microsoft Announces Quantum Computing Breakthrough

  • Microsoft has unveiled the Majorana 1 chip, a quantum processor using topological qubits to improve stability and efficiency.

  • The breakthrough, nearly two decades in development, could lead to practical quantum computing applications at scale.

  • The chip's design allows for scaling up to one million qubits, enabling major advances in medicine, AI, and materials science.