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

In today’s edition we are tackling the following:

🤖 Apptronik’s humanoid robots take steps toward self-replication in manufacturing.
📬 Google makes Gemini AI Code Assist free for individual developers.
🎨 Adobe releases full-featured Photoshop Mobile for iPhone and Android.
🦾 China unveils a humanoid robot capable of performing a front flip.
💰 Bitcoin drops below $90K amid investor uncertainty.

AI

• Google Makes Gemini AI Code Assist Free for Individuals

  • Google has made its Gemini AI-powered code assistant available for free to individual developers.

  • The tool integrates into popular coding environments to help with bug fixes, completions, and explanations.

  • Enterprise users will still require a subscription for advanced features and priority access.

• Adobe Photoshop Mobile Expands to iPhone and Android

  • Adobe has launched a full-featured version of Photoshop Mobile for iOS and Android devices.

  • The app includes AI-powered editing tools, cloud sync, and seamless integration with Adobe Creative Cloud.

  • A free version is available with basic tools, while premium features require a subscription.

• OpenAI Rolls Out ‘Deep Research’ to Paying ChatGPT Users

  • OpenAI introduces ‘Deep Research,’ an AI-powered tool for conducting extensive research queries.

  • Available to Plus, Team, Enterprise, and Edu subscribers, it generates structured reports within minutes.

  • The feature enhances ChatGPT’s ability to synthesize information across multiple sources for deeper insights.

ROBOTICS

• Apptronik's Humanoid Robots Move Toward Self-Replication

  • Apptronik is developing humanoid robots capable of assisting in their own production, reducing human labor needs.

  • The robots feature modular components, improving replication and maintenance efficiency.

  • This marks a step toward autonomous robotic manufacturing, potentially transforming industrial automation.

• Scientists Develop Shape-Shifting Robots That Flow Like Liquid

  • Researchers have created robots that can transition between liquid and solid states for adaptability.

  • The technology, inspired by nature, could be used for medical applications like drug delivery and surgery.

  • These robots use magnetically responsive materials to control movement and shape changes.

• China’s First Humanoid Robot Performs a Front Flip

  • Chinese robotics startup EngineAI unveiled the PM01, a humanoid robot capable of a front flip.

  • The achievement demonstrates progress in robotic agility, balance, and dynamic movement.

  • These advancements could lead to humanoid robots performing complex physical tasks in real-world applications.

CRYPTO

• Bitcoin Plunges Below $90,000 Amid Economic Uncertainty

  • Bitcoin's value has dropped below $90,000, its lowest point since mid-November, due to economic concerns.

  • Investor anxiety over U.S. economic policies and recent major exchange hacks contributed to the decline.

  • Other cryptocurrencies, including Ether, XRP, and Solana, have also seen significant losses.

• Feds Recover $31 Million in Crypto from 2021 Uranium Finance Exploit

  • U.S. authorities seized $31 million linked to the Uranium Finance hack, a DeFi platform breach from 2021.

  • The recovery effort was a collaboration between Homeland Security Investigations and federal prosecutors.

  • The original hack resulted in the theft of approximately $50 million in various cryptocurrencies.

• MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Holdings Hit Hard by Market Drop

  • MicroStrategy, known for its aggressive Bitcoin investments, faces a major valuation drop as Bitcoin falls.

  • The company recently purchased over 20,000 Bitcoins at an average price of $97,514, now deeply underwater.

  • The downturn has caused significant paper losses, impacting its stock price and investor sentiment.

CONTENT

• Apple Drops $500B on AI While Google Gemini Targets iOS

  • Apple’s massive $500 billion AI investment will focus on manufacturing AI chips in the U.S.

  • Google’s Gemini AI is expanding its reach, integrating deeper into iOS devices.

  • The episode explores AI’s job market impact, meme coins, and the future of autonomous vehicles.

• OpenAI’s Deep Research Team on Reinforcement Learning’s Future

  • OpenAI’s new Deep Research agent aims to automate knowledge work with improved reasoning.

  • The system replaces hand-coded logic with end-to-end reinforcement learning for adaptability.

  • Features like citations and clarification flows build transparency and trust in AI outputs.

• Perplexity CEO on Competing With Google and the Future of Search

  • Aravind Srinivas shares how Perplexity AI emerged as a real competitor in the search space.

  • The company focuses on AI-powered direct answers, positioning itself against Google’s ad model.

  • Discussion includes managing a fast-growing team and avoiding corporate bureaucracy.

AND MORE…

• Nvidia's H20 Chip Orders Surge as Chinese Firms Embrace DeepSeek's AI Models

  • Chinese tech giants like Tencent, Alibaba, and ByteDance have significantly increased orders for Nvidia's H20 AI chips.

  • This surge is driven by the adoption of DeepSeek's cost-effective AI models, enhancing Nvidia's market position.

  • Smaller firms in sectors such as healthcare and education are also acquiring AI servers equipped with these chips.

• OpenAI Delays API Integration for 'Deep Research' Tool

  • OpenAI has postponed integrating its 'Deep Research' tool into its API offerings.

  • The decision stems from the need to reassess testing protocols related to persuasion risks associated with the tool.

  • 'Deep Research' remains available to subscribers of ChatGPT's premium services.

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• UK Newspapers Unite Against Government's AI Rights Proposal

  • Major UK newspapers have collectively protested proposed government changes to copyright law.

  • The ‘Make It Fair’ campaign opposes allowing AI companies to train models on copyrighted content without permission.

  • The media industry warns that such changes could severely impact the UK's £152 billion creative sector.