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Elon Musk has revealed that the xAI team is working on developing personalized recommendation pages focused on specific topics. According to Foresight News, these pages aim to provide content tailored to individual interests, such as a page dedicated solely to artificial intelligence without any political bias. The initiative is designed to automatically generate follow lists and rank content based on quality.

Tesla has decided to discontinue its basic Autopilot driver-assistance system in a strategic move to encourage the adoption of its more advanced Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology. According to NS3.AI, this decision led to a slight decline in Tesla's stock, although shares continue to trade near the upper end of their 52-week range. CEO Elon Musk's recent remarks regarding future product developments and autonomous driving capabilities have resulted in mixed reactions from investors as the company approaches its upcoming earnings report.

AI model company Anthropic has recently unveiled the updated version of its 'Claude Constitution,' which is now available under the Creative Commons CC0 1.0 license. According to PANews, this document serves as the 'highest authority' for training purposes, aimed at generating synthetic training data and ranking feedback. The constitution has shifted from listing principles to explaining the reasoning behind them, enhancing its ability to generalize to new situations.

The document prioritizes broad safety, ethics, guideline adherence, and sincere assistance, outlining 'hard constraints' such as not providing substantial help for biological weapons. It also includes sections on virtues, psychological safety, and model self-awareness, emphasizing transparency and continuous iteration.

USD.AI, a blockchain-based lending protocol, has approved a $500 million loan for Sharon AI, an Australian AI infrastructure company. According to NS3.AI, the loan aims to support Sharon AI's expansion of GPU deployments, beginning with a $65 million GPU acquisition this quarter. USD.AI provides loans to AI startups backed by tokenized GPU assets, offering solutions to financing challenges faced in traditional systems.

Nansen has introduced a new AI-powered on-chain trading platform designed to enhance analytics and execution for traders. According to NS3.AI, the platform aims to improve the delivery of insights by integrating advanced technology with trading processes. CEO Alex Svanevik highlights the role of AI as a supportive tool that enhances human decision-making rather than replacing it. He notes that while AI can process extensive on-chain data, it lacks the human elements of conviction and accountability. Svanevik emphasizes the importance of employing diverse strategies and ongoing testing in crypto analysis, underscoring that the ultimate responsibility and risk management lie with human traders.

Warden, a project focused on infrastructure and application layers for AI agents, has announced the completion of a $4 million strategic funding round, valuing the company at $200 million. According to PANews, the funding was led by strategic partners and ecosystem contributors, including 0G, Messari, and Venice.AI. The investment aims to accelerate product development and expand AI agent capabilities in trading, automation, and programmable wealth.

Warden is developing a full-stack agent internet, which includes next-generation agent crypto wallets.

Elon Musk has announced significant advancements in the AI recommendation system of X, expected to reach impressive levels by the end of the year. According to ChainCatcher, Musk stated that the system will become highly effective by mid-year and achieve remarkable performance by year-end.

Additionally, Musk highlighted that advertisements on X will increasingly target content that genuinely interests users, moving away from irrelevant and spam-like ads.

South Korea has unveiled a comprehensive set of artificial intelligence regulatory laws, described as the world's first of its kind, aimed at enhancing trust and safety within the industry. According to PANews, the new AI Basic Law is part of South Korea's ambition to become a leader in the field, while the European Union's AI Act is set to be implemented in phases by 2027. Globally, there are differing approaches to AI regulation, with the United States favoring a more lenient strategy to avoid stifling innovation.The law was developed following extensive consultations, and companies will have at least a one-year grace period before authorities impose administrative fines for violations. Penalties could be severe; for instance, failing to label generative AI could result in fines up to 30 million Korean won (approximately $20,400). JeongJoo-yeon, a senior researcher at the Startup Alliance, expressed concerns that the vague wording of the law might lead companies to adopt the safest approach to avoid regulatory risks.

LG CNS and the Bank of Korea have showcased a payment system that employs agentic AI on a digital currency platform using deposit tokens. According to NS3.AI, the AI independently handled product searches, purchase decisions, and payment processing. This trial is a component of the ongoing Bank of Korea Project Hangang, which is dedicated to advancing digital currency innovation.

Baidu has officially launched the Wenxin Model 5.0, marking a significant advancement in its AI technology. According to PANews, this new generation model is built on native multimodal modeling technology, enabling comprehensive multimodal understanding and generation. The Wenxin Model 5.0 represents Baidu's latest efforts in enhancing AI capabilities, focusing on integrating various modes of data processing and interpretation.

Humans&, an AI company founded by former members of Anthropic, xAI, and Google, has successfully raised $480 million in seed funding, according to PANews. The company's valuation has reached $4.48 billion, with investors including Nvidia, Jeff Bezos, SV Angel, GV, and Emerson Collective. Humans& aims to develop AI tools that enhance human collaboration, with a team comprising experts from OpenAI, Meta, AI2, and MIT. The company focuses on multi-agent reinforcement learning, AI memory, and user understanding, intending to reshape AI model training and interaction methods.

OpenAI is reportedly in discussions with top investors in the Middle East, including Abu Dhabi's sovereign fund, to secure at least $50 billion in new funding. According to PANews, the company aims for a valuation between $750 billion and $830 billion. The funds are intended to cover the high costs associated with developing its AI systems, including expenses for chips, data centers, and talent. OpenAI has previously collaborated with Abu Dhabi investment entities MGX and G42 and plans to invest over $1.4 trillion in AI infrastructure over the coming years. The current funding round is still in its early stages, and the amount may be subject to change.

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang highlighted three major advancements in AI models over the past year during his speech at the Davos Forum. According to Odaily, Huang noted that initially, AI models exhibited numerous illusions, but last year marked a significant shift as these models began to be applied in research fields. They demonstrated capabilities such as reasoning, planning, and answering questions without specific training, leading to the emergence of Agentic AI.

Huang identified the second breakthrough as the introduction of open-source models, with the launch of the first open-source inference model, DeepSeek, being a pivotal event for various industries and companies. Since then, the ecosystem of open-source inference models has flourished, enabling companies, research institutions, and educators to leverage these models for various applications.

The third area of significant progress is in physical AI, which not only comprehends language but also understands the physical world, including biological proteins, chemistry, and physics. In the realm of physics, AI has shown the ability to grasp concepts such as fluid dynamics, particle physics, and quantum physics.

BlackRock's Chief Operating Officer highlighted the innovative nature of artificial intelligence (AI) trading in financial markets. According to NS3.AI, this statement underscores the growing institutional interest in utilizing AI technologies to enhance trading strategies. The remarks reflect the evolving role of AI in shaping the future of financial engineering.

AI startup Lightning AI has merged with computing power provider Voltage Park to establish a comprehensive AI cloud platform. According to Odaily, the newly formed company will retain the name Lightning AI and is valued at over $2.5 billion, with annual recurring revenue exceeding $500 million. Lightning AI is known for developing the open-source tool PyTorch Lightning, while Voltage Park was founded with a $900 million grant from Navigation Fund, a nonprofit organization led by Ripple and Mt. Gox co-founder Jed McCaleb. The merger will see Navigation Fund holding a significant equity stake in the new entity, which manages over 35,000 Nvidia GPUs.

A young developer known as 'No Sleep World Champion' has launched an AI-driven platform, airo2.xyz, to visualize air quality data, according to ChainCatcher. The platform uses publicly available air quality information to present real-time conditions and trends across various locations through an intuitive interface, aiming to explore new paths for publicizing air information and promoting environmental awareness.

The platform consolidates air quality data from various sources and presents it visually, offering insights into local air conditions. It also provides lifestyle suggestions, such as whether outdoor activities or commuting are advisable, thereby lowering the barriers for the public to understand air quality indicators.

Following its launch, the platform sparked discussions within the community, with several users from technical backgrounds contributing to the optimization of page structure, data presentation, and indicator explanations. This collaborative effort has made the display of air information more intuitive, stable, and readable. The initiative is seen as a practical application of AI technology in enhancing public environmental awareness and advocating for green living.

Pundi AI has announced a partnership with Vital Block, a next-generation blockchain security and smart contract auditing company, to enhance the credibility of on-chain AI data. According to Odaily, through Pundi AI's Data Pump, developers can convert datasets into on-chain assets known as Dataset Tokens (DTOKs). These verifiable data assets are available for use by AI agents, developers, and Web3 applications. As a security partner, Vital Block will provide professional auditing and team KYC for projects on Data Pump, ensuring that data assets are not only transparent but also undergo reliable security reviews, thereby reducing risks for developers and users.

Vital Block, with experience auditing over 1,850 blockchain projects, will offer exclusive discounts and comprehensive marketing support for projects launched through Pundi AI's Data Pump. This collaboration highlights the strong alliance between Pundi AI's open data layer and Vital Block's security expertise, setting higher standards for security and trust in AI data assets in the Web3 era. Both companies are part of the Circle Alliance program, committed to building the foundational infrastructure for the next generation of the internet.

Google.org is committing $2 million to the Sundance Institute to educate over 100,000 artists in essential AI skills as part of the newly formed AI Literacy Alliance. According to NS3.AI, this initiative seeks to establish AI as a fundamental creative skill for independent filmmakers amid ongoing debates in the entertainment industry regarding AI consent, misuse, and creative control. At the same time, actors and creators are advocating for enforceable regulations to manage AI usage, highlighting the intricate balance between AI advancement and the protection of intellectual property.

China's State Council Information Office held a press conference on January 21 to discuss the achievements in industrial and information technology development in 2025. According to PANews, Zhang Yunming, Vice Minister of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, stated that the ministry will continue to promote innovation and iterative upgrades in humanoid robot technology. This initiative aims to drive the development of the broader computational intelligence industry through advancements in humanoid robots. The ministry plans to enhance the quality of humanoid robot products and strengthen testing in network and data security. Additionally, it will conduct research and management services related to scientific ethics to ensure high-level security and quality development. Efforts will be made to accelerate the establishment of a humanoid robot ecosystem, with increased support from the National Artificial Intelligence Industry Investment Fund. Furthermore, the ministry intends to build an open-source community for humanoid robots and release guidelines for the comprehensive standardization of humanoid robots and embodied intelligence. These measures are aimed at promoting global sharing of innovative achievements.

OpenAI announced the launch of the 'Stargate Community Plan' on Tuesday, aiming to achieve energy self-sufficiency and ensure its operations do not increase local community electricity costs. According to Odaily, the Stargate Plan is a multi-year initiative with a budget of $500 billion, focused on building AI data centers for training and inference, supported by major investors including Oracle. As energy acquisition becomes a critical constraint in AI development, several tech companies are investing directly in power infrastructure to support larger and more numerous data centers. OpenAI stated that each Stargate Plan site will feature a customized community plan guided by community feedback and local needs. Specifically, this may involve providing new dedicated power and storage facilities funded entirely by the project, or covering the costs of new energy generation and transmission resources.