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February 25, 2026
Meta AI Floods DoJ with Junk CSAM Tips
Meta's AI moderation software generates floods of low-quality child sexual abuse reports, overwhelming US ICAC investigators. Officers report resource drain amid New Mexico's lawsuit against Meta for prioritizing profits over safety. Meta defends with new teen account protections.
Ailias Launches Hologram Avatars of Newton
Ailias introduces hologram avatars enabling users to converse with historical figures like Isaac Newton. The product allows bouncing ideas off personal favorites from history. It's featured in Wired AI as an innovative interaction tool.
AMEC Shareholder Plans 2% Share Sale
AMEC shareholder Zhou Yan plans to offload up to 8.0073 million shares (2% of total) via CICC inquiry pricing. As of Feb 5, 2026, Zhou holds 91.8 million shares or 22.93%. Non-public transfer to capable institutional investors, avoiding open or block trading.
Chinese Models Top Global AI Token Usage
Chinese open-source AI models from MiniMax and Moonshot have topped OpenRouter's global token usage rankings, ending US developer dominance. MiniMax's M2.5, launched two weeks ago, is the most popular model. This surge follows recent releases amid rising international demand.
Meizu Phones Shutdown, FlymeOS to Geely AI Driving
Meizu phone business halts operations, set for March 2026 delisting after heavy losses and exec exodus. FlymeOS integrates into Geely's smart driving division amid acquisition shifts. Failed AI phone collabs with Doubao highlight struggles.
AI Features Tank Galaxy S25 Resale by 63%
A smartphone recycling firm claims AI features are eroding resale values. Samsung's Galaxy S25 lost 63% of its value in just 12 months. Resellers question manufacturers' heavy emphasis on LLMs amid rapid tech obsolescence.
AMD's 1-Cent Stock Locks Two AI Giants
AMD is using a rare strategy of offering its stock at 1 cent to secure orders from two major AI giants. This 'sell-out' exchanges equity for business commitments. It's a novel tactic for chip giants facing market pressures.
Delta Profits Soar on AI Infra Demand
Delta Electronics achieved record profits fueled by strong demand for high-end power systems and liquid cooling in AI data centers. The surge underscores booming AI infrastructure needs.
Temenos Boosts Targets, Eases AI Worries
Temenos shares surged after the software firm raised mid-term guidance. It dismissed concerns about artificial intelligence disrupting the sector.
AI Burns 80B, Fails to Keep County Youth
A major AI push spent 80 billion but failed to retain young talent in China's county towns. Despite heavy investment, youth continue leaving rural areas. The article questions the returns on this expenditure.
Cloud Computing Faces 2026 Price Hikes
Cloud computing is poised to enter a price increase era in 2026. Alibaba Cloud and other providers are staying silent and observing developments.
Property Exec Buys Sub on Credit Amid AI Bet
De Xin Services executives, led by President Tang Junjie, used an employee platform to gain 34.9% control of core sub De Xin Sheng Quan via phased equity infusion with deferred payments up to 2027. Funds earmarked for AI/robots like patrol, cleaning bots and smart systems. Raises questions on confidence vs asset isolation in declining firm.
Gucci Slammed for 'AI Slop' Images
Gucci faces backlash on social media for using low-quality AI-generated images in its marketing campaign ahead of a major fashion show. Users describe the images as 'AI slop,' arguing they undermine the brand's luxury reputation. The criticism highlights concerns over AI content quality in high-end marketing.
Apple Rolls Out App Age Verification
Apple now requires automatic age checks before downloading 18+ apps in Brazil, Australia, and Singapore. The feature blocks minors from accessing adult content. Expansion is underway in US states like Utah and Louisiana amid global child safety regulations.
Future Android text selection via Circle to Search now
Google is developing partial text selection in Android Messages app, but users can already use Circle to Search for this on compatible devices. This workaround involves holding the bottom-center screen to select specific message text. Android's app-based updates enable rapid feature delivery across old and new devices.
Alibaba Low-Cost AI Coding Push
Alibaba Group is intensifying efforts in AI software coding tools. It provides low-cost access to several top Chinese AI models. This builds on its leadership in AI from e-commerce roots.
Oracle's AI Bet Sparks Stock Rollercoaster
Oracle aggressively invested in AI infrastructure via partnerships with OpenAI and Nvidia, launching massive data centers and superclusters that drove RPO to $455B and stock to $345 peak. However, financing woes for expansions led to rumors of 20-30K layoffs and over 50% stock plunge from highs. The 'ONO' alliance secured $300B deals but exposed scaling risks.
Alcoa Owns Prime Asset in AI Market
Alcoa holds the most valuable asset in its market. CEO Bill Oplinger details how the aluminum producer will benefit from the AI boom. This positions Alcoa to capitalize on surging demand.
Gong Launches Mission Andromeda AI Sales Platform
Gong launched Mission Andromeda, its most ambitious platform featuring AI-powered sales coaching via Gong Enable, a sales chatbot called Gong Assistant, unified account management, and open interoperability with rival AI systems via Model Context Protocol. Gong Enable includes AI Call Reviewer for post-call grading, AI Trainer for practice simulations based on winning calls, and Initiative Tracking to link coaching to revenue metrics. Priced at tens of dollars per seat per month, it targets sales workflow gaps amid market consolidation.
NVIDIA Unveils 1.6nm Feynman Chip
NVIDIA GTC 2026 conference opens March 15 in San Jose. Jensen Huang's keynote will debut the Feynman chip using the world's first 1.6nm process. This marks a semiconductor milestone beyond Vera Rubin tech.