Nvidia Launches Global Robotics Hackathon to Accelerate AI in the Physical World
Nvidia has kicked off a worldwide robotics hackathon that challenges developers and creators to build the next generation of physical AI innovations, offering a $5,000 top prize and access to high-performance hardware.
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https://roboticsandautomationnews.com/2026/02/08/nvidia-launches-robotics-hackathon-with-5000-top-prize-to-spur-physical-ai-development/98768/
Apple to Open CarPlay to External AI Chatbots
Apple is planning a major shift in its CarPlay platform by allowing third-party voice-controlled AI chatbots to run within its automotive interface.
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Anthropic Unveils New AI Model Amid Growing Competition
Anthropic has launched its latest artificial intelligence model, escalating its rivalry with OpenAI and other leading AI labs.
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https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/anthropic-unveils-latest-ai-model-as-openai-rivalry-intensifies-10954933
Germany Unveils Europe’s New AI Computing Super-Factory
Europe has taken a major step toward AI sovereignty with the launch of a massive AI computing factory in Germany, powered by thousands of NVIDIA GPUs.
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https://dig.watch/updates/germany-ai-factory-sovereign-ai
Workers in India Face Trauma Training AI with Abusive Data
A powerful investigation reveals that women in rural India are being pushed into content moderation and AI training jobs that expose them to prolonged abusive and violent material.
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https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/2026/feb/05/in-the-end-you-feel-blank-indias-female-workers-watching-hours-of-abusive-content-to-train-ai
