📅 March 18, 2026
Apple launched Metal 4, a graphics API with built-in AI on Mac computers. This helps developers run AI tasks on GPUs without internet, making apps faster and more private. It could change how AI features are made on Macs and compete with NVIDIA systems. 🚀🖥️🤖
Apple announced a huge $500 billion plan to build AI chips, create 20,000 research jobs, and build AI data centers in the US. This will help boost AI innovation and create many job opportunities in AI fields across America. 🇺🇸💰🤖
OpenAI and SoftBank are planning a small data center to support the Stargate AI project. This data center will focus on using less energy and could be the start of SoftBank's bigger $1 trillion AI hub. It will help make AI more local and green. ♻️🏢🤖
UK police started using AI-powered cameras that detect illegal phone use or missing seatbelts while driving. These cameras catch violations in real time, improving road safety and reducing workload for officers. 🚓📱🚗
SoftBank is in early talks to invest in OpenAI. The partnership would focus on robotics, AI infrastructure, and chip tech from Arm. This shows SoftBank's return to big AI investments after past challenges. 🤝💡🤖
Hyundai plans to change its vehicles and robots to use a 48-volt electrical system, like Tesla’s Cybertruck. This will improve power efficiency and performance in their models. 🚗⚡🤖
Xiaomi included automatic accident detection in its phones, a feature also on iPhones and Google Pixel. This tech helps detect crashes and can alert emergency services quickly. 📱🚑⚠️
Lucid will fit 20,000 or more of its Gravity SUVs with autonomous driving from Nuro, to be used as robotaxis by Uber. This shows progress in self-driving ride services expansion. 🚙🤖🚕
Users report issues with Samsung’s latest S25 phone where the Android Auto app won't launch. This affects drivers who rely on the app for car connectivity and navigation. 📱🚗⚠️
Reports say Sony is assisting in making Steam Deck 2, a new handheld console. This might blend the portability of Steam Deck with PlayStation gaming features, aiming for better handheld gaming. 🎮🔋🕹️
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