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DeepSeek Previews V4 Model with Huawei Chip Compatibility
DeepSeek has previewed its next-generation V4 model, positioning it as a competitor to leading US AI systems from Anthropic, Google, and OpenAI. The model notably emphasizes compatibility with Huawei chips, marking a significant milestone for China's semiconductor industry in reducing dependence on American technology
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OpenAI Partners on AI-First Smartphone with 2028 Launch Target
OpenAI is collaborating with chipmakers Qualcomm and MediaTek, along with Chinese manufacturer Luxshare, to develop an AI-focused smartphone. Mass production of the device is expected to begin in 2028, representing OpenAI's expansion beyond software into hardware
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Samsung Faces Potential Smartphone Business Losses
Rising DRAM and NAND memory prices could push Samsung's smartphone division into losses for the first time in its history. Memory prices in early 2026 are estimated to be up approximately 90 percent quarter-on-quarter, with memory potentially accounting for over one-third of budget smartphone production costs by mid-2026
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Musk vs Altman Trial Begins Today
A high-profile legal dispute between Elon Musk and OpenAI's Sam Altman commenced today, featuring significant stakes regarding IPO prospects and involving testimony from high-profile witnesses. The trial includes examination of embarrassing texts and raises major questions about AI governance and corporate leadership
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Isomorphic Labs AI-Designed Drugs Enter Human Clinical Trials
Isomorphic Labs is advancing AI-designed drugs to human clinical trials, applying AlphaFold's Nobel Prize-winning protein-folding technology to real-world medical applications. This represents a major milestone in translating AI research achievements into practical pharmaceutical treatments
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Project Maven Accelerates Iran Strikes with AI System
The US military's Project Maven AI system accelerated targeting capabilities to over 1,000 strikes in the first day of the Iran assault. The system has raised serious ethical concerns following reports that a girl's school was hit during operations
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NTT Docomo Shuts Down i-Mode Service After 27 Years
NTT Docomo officially ended its i-Mode mobile service on March 31, 2026, concluding a pioneering internet-on-mobile service that launched in 1999. i-Mode's legacy includes being a significant contributor to the development and global adoption of emojis
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