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Generally AI: Time to Travel

Happy New Year, everyone! This is Aurora and you're listening to AI Tech News Today. Today is January seventh, twenty twenty-five. We have some intriguing updates in the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence. So, let's dive right in!

First up, google building AI to simulate real life. Google is forming a new research team focused on developing AI systems capable of replicating real-world environments. This push towards creating Artificial General Intelligence, which can perform tasks beyond human capabilities, is led by Tim Brooks, who previously co-led the development of OpenAI's video generator. The initiative aims to enhance world models that help simulate real-life scenarios, crucial for applications like autonomous vehicles and robotics.

Next is nvidia reveals its real-world models. At the Consumer Electronics Show twenty twenty-five, NVIDIA introduced its Cosmos World Foundation Models. These open-source models will allow developers to create synthetic environments for training AI and robotics. By simulating scenarios, developers can reduce their reliance on real-world data collection. While some controversies arise regarding data usage, companies like Uber and Agility Robotics are already applying these models to test autonomous technologies.

Now let's turn to apple rectifies embarrassing AI blunder. Following the launch of its AI-powered notification summaries, Apple faced criticism for inaccuracies in summarizing news from BBC. It erroneously named the World Darts Champion before the event and made incorrect statements about Rafael Nadal. In response, Apple has promised an update that will clarify when information originates from its AI summaries, highlighting the importance of contextual accuracy in AI-generated content.

In more casual news, NVIDIA also announced its new next-gen chip at CES, sparking excitement among investors. The tech market is buzzing, as stocks rebound from a holiday slump—thanks in part to increased interest in AI technology and innovative products.

And that's today's roundup of AI news! Stay tuned and keep your eyes open for more developments in the fascinating field of artificial intelligence. Thanks for listening, and let's make twenty twenty-five a year filled with AI breakthroughs!

Google and NVIDIA Lead the Charge in AI Advancements, While Apple Aims to Overcome Recent Blunders

Hello and welcome to another episode of AI Tech News Today! It's January seventh, two thousand twenty-five, and we're here to bring you some exciting updates from the world of artificial intelligence. Let’s dive right in!

Nvidia launches Cosmos WFMs to advance AI simulations. Nvidia has released Cosmos Workflow Models, aiming to revolutionize industries, including robotics and autonomous vehicles, by generating controllable, high-quality synthetic data. This tool allows developers to create simulations for training AI systems, enhancing research and development across various sectors.

Google DeepMind develops AI "world models" to advance AGI and robotics. In a move toward artificial general intelligence, Google DeepMind is assembling a specialized team focused on creating sophisticated simulations of physical environments. These world models will support applications in gaming and robotics, paving the way for significant advancements in both fields.

Nvidia GeForce RTX 50 series GPUs deliver two times AI-powered performance. With enhancements like Deep Learning Super Sampling Four and RTX Neural Shaders, Nvidia's latest gaming GPUs promise to redefine gaming and creative workflows, offering impressive performance boosts for developers and gamers alike.

Nvidia and Apple Vision Pro help robots learn through imitation. By leveraging the power of Apple Vision Pro, Nvidia is driving advancements in robotic education. This collaboration aims to enhance how robots learn from their environments, making it easier for them to replicate human actions and improve performance.

Intel unveils Core Ultra Chips with AI boost. At the Consumer Electronics Show, Intel introduced its new Core Ultra Series 2 chips. These processors are designed with AI capabilities and faster graphics, promising better performance and enhanced power efficiency for everyday computing tasks.

And that’s a wrap for today’s AI news! If you enjoy keeping up with the world of artificial intelligence, don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. We'll see you next time, and until then, stay curious!

Nvidia and Google DeepMind Unveil Groundbreaking AI Technologies to Transform Robotics and Gaming Industries

The MIT CSAIL Alliances Podcast is collaborating with MIT Sloan’s Me, Myself, and AI podcast to share a special bonus episode this month.

Paul Romer once considered himself the most optimistic economist. He rightfully predicted that technology would blow up as an economic driver coming out of the inflation of the 1970s, but acknowledges he did not foresee the inequality that technology advances would lead to.

On this episode of the Me, Myself, and AI podcast, Paul shares his views on AI advances and their implications for society. Rather than pave the way for full automation, he is a proponent of keeping humans in the loop and believes that technology can be pointed in a direction for more meaningful and beneficial use, citing education as an area ripe to benefit from AI.

More about CSAIL Alliances and our podcasts: csail.mit.edu/podcast

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Me, Myself & AI: AI Hype and Skepticism with Economist Paul Romer (Bonus Episode!)

This week on Monday's we're Han Solo, but don't let the smuggler fool you, we've got some great loot in the cargo hold.&nbsp; We chat about states focusing on shifting road funds to active transportation, a Brooklyn apartment building put together like a lego set, and a battery fire used to oppose batteries. Lots of great items this week, below are the show notes! &nbsp; Get the show ad free ! Show Notes: States push shift to active modes -  Apartment complex built like Lego -  State capacity crisis -  Paris roads car free -  Battery foes radicalized -  E-bike love -  User pay myth -  Bonds non taxable -  When climate adaptation goes private -  Minimalism suffocating architecture -  Clearing in the Woods -  Bonus Items Milwaukee could create transit authority -  Recycling buildings -  Amtrak CEO steps down -  Saving fireplace tiles -  Quick build Sacramento -  Sound transit picks Dow Constantine -  Bill for new transit authority in Charlotte -  Council member to FTA -  Rivian Spinoff -  +++ Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ...  Follow us on Mastadon&nbsp; Support the show on Patreon   on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!&nbsp; And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at ! And everything else at  &nbsp;

Episode 168: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Lego Not Legos

This week we’re joined by Kelly Porter, Assistant Director Tranportation &amp; Public Works for the City of Fort Worth.&nbsp;We talk about the city’s incredible growth, its first ever , plans for Panther Island and Butler Place as well as dreams for high speed rail. Get the show ad free ! Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ...  Follow us on Mastadon&nbsp; Support the show on Patreon   on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!&nbsp; And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at ! And everything else at

Episode 527: Transportation at the Beginning of the Western Frontier

This week we’re listening in on a conversation hosted by  about the 2024 update to the California State Rail Plan. Adina Levin of Seamless Bay Area hosts Shannon Simonds Chief, Office of Rail Planning &amp; Implementation at Caltrans, Eric Goldwyn of the Marron Institute of Urban Management, and Adriana Rizzo of Californians for Electric Rail in discussion.&nbsp; Find the video of this discussion on .&nbsp; Find the slides from this discussion . +++  Get the show ad free ! Follow us on Bluesky, Threads, Instagram, YouTube, Flickr, Substack ...  Follow us on Mastadon&nbsp; Support the show on Patreon   on our Bookshop.org Affiliate site!&nbsp; And get our Cars are Cholesterol shirt at ! And everything else at  &nbsp; &nbsp;

Episode 528: The California State Rail Plan

In this episode of Overdrive – Cars, Transport, Culture, David Brown is joined once again by motoring expert Paul Murrell from SeniorDriverAus.com to unpack the latest developments from the world of transport and automotive innovation.

News Highlights:

Autonomous Vehicle Emissions – An MIT study warns that the computing power required for self-driving cars could one day rival the energy consumption of today’s global data centres, unless hardware efficiency dramatically improves.

Light Truck Safety – ANCAP’s first-ever safety assessment of popular light trucks such as the Isuzu N-Series and Hino 300 Series reveals shortcomings in occupant protection and advanced safety features, despite their increasing road presence.

Cupra Tavascan – The Spanish-branded but Chinese-built EV earns four ANCAP stars, falling short in Safety Assist due to the absence of certain European-standard features in the Australian version.

UK Tariff Relief – A new Trump-led tariff cut could revitalise UK car exports, especially for Jaguar Land Rover, just as it prepares for its EV relaunch.

GM Celestiq – A bold move into the Rolls-Royce segment, GM reveals the Celestiq: an ultra-luxury, hand-built electric sedan with 42 speakers, adaptive glass roof, and virtual development tech.

Ferrari’s Electric Future – The iconic Italian marque sets a date for its first EV (October 2026) and patents technology to simulate the sound and feel of petrol-powered cars, aiming to preserve its legacy in a new electric era.

Toyota Tundra Platinum – Toyota adds a luxury twist to its full-size pickup lineup, combining rugged capability with premium features like massaging seats and a JBL sound system.

Discussion Point:
David explores the “Expertise Deficit” in public sector transport planning, highlighting a shift toward generalist management that undervalues deep, domain-specific knowledge—posing risks to effective infrastructure policy and procurement.

Road Test:
We get behind the wheel of the Mazda BT-50, examining its performance, features, and suitability for Australian conditions.

As always, you can find extended versions of our program, visuals, and more content across our platforms—just search for Cars Transport Culture on your favourite podcast app or social media.

First broadcast on 17 May 2025 on 99.3FM and syndicated nationally via the Community Radio Network.

Overdrive: Emissions, Safety, Electric Dreams – and the Disappearing Expertise

Our guests on this episode are Laura Major, CEO of Motional, and Sankaet Pathek, founder and CEO of Foundation.

Cohost Mike Oitzman interviews Laura Major, CEO of Motional, about its advancements in autonomous vehicle (AV) technology. Major discusses Motional's focus on AI and machine learning, emphasizing the shift from technical to business leadership. 
They have conducted pilot activities in Las Vegas and Pittsburgh, focusing on diverse environments to enhance their AV's generalizability. Major highlights the importance of simulation in development, combining it with real-world testing. 
Motional's AVs are electric, leveraging the Ionic 5 platform for efficiency. 
They have a strong safety record, with no at-fault accidents over 2 million miles. 
Regulatory frameworks vary by state, but they collaborate with local and state officials to improve deployment.
Learn more about Motion: https://motional.com/

In a conversation with Sankaet Pathek, the founder and CEO of Foundation, discusses the mission and vision behind his humanoid robot company. He shares insights into his background, the challenges and opportunities in the robotics industry, and the innovative technologies being developed at Foundation. 
The conversation highlights the importance of building a capable team, the focus on practical applications of humanoid robots, and the unique technological advancements that differentiate Foundation from competitors. 
In this conversation, Sankaet discusses the current state and future of humanoid robotics, focusing on automation in manufacturing, the integration of AI, safety considerations, and the challenges of scaling production. 
He emphasizes the importance of data in training AI models and the need for reliable hardware and software to ensure safety. Sankaet also shares insights on navigating the venture capital landscape and achieving cost efficiency in humanoid robots, while reflecting on the challenges of startup life.
Learn more about Foundation: https://foundation.bot/

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The Road Ahead for Robotics: Insights from Motional's Major and Foundation's Pathak

If you’ve driven in Atlanta since April 2024, you’ve likely seen retrofitted Jaguar I-Pace vehicles navigating the streets without a driver behind the wheel. These robotaxis, operated by Waymo in partnership with Uber, are now available to passengers within a 65-square-mile area in the city. 

 

Atlanta is one of five cities in the U.S. to have access to the new ride option, but with plans to expand to seven by 2026, are the roads and riders ready for an autonomous future?

 

In the latest episode of Generating Buzz, Srinivas Peeta — director of the Autonomous and Connected Transportation Lab and the Frederick R. Dickerson Chair and Professor in the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering — shares his expertise on how Waymo’s systems differ from other vehicle manufacturers, how social media influences adoption of the new technology, and what comes next.

Generating Buzz: Your Driverless Ride Has Arrived

Welcome to **AI with Shaily**! 🎙️ Hosted by Shailendra Kumar, a passionate AI practitioner and author, this show dives deep into the latest breakthroughs in artificial intelligence, making complex tech topics easy to understand and practical for listeners.

In this episode, Shaily takes you on a thrilling ride inside the world of autonomous vehicles 🚗💨, focusing on how self-driving cars are evolving to navigate the chaotic and unpredictable urban jungle. Imagine yourself behind the wheel of a car that not only reacts but *predicts* the movements of pedestrians, vehicles, and sudden obstacles using cutting-edge sensor fusion technology. This means combining data from cameras, LiDAR, radar, and more to create a rich, real-time understanding of the environment.

The big leap? Moving beyond rigid, rule-based programming to smart machine learning models that continuously learn and improve. These systems get better with every mile driven and simulated test, handling tough conditions like fog 🌫️, rain 🌧️, and noisy sensor inputs that used to confuse autonomous cars. It’s like teaching a car to master a skill faster and more accurately than humans can.

Shaily shares a personal story about the early challenges of trusting machines to take the wheel and how today’s data-driven AI methods are bridging that trust gap. This progress is not just theoretical; it’s gaining recognition in prestigious places like the International Journal of Vehicle Design and sparking conversations on social media as of mid-2025.

For AI enthusiasts and developers, Shaily offers a golden nugget of advice: focus on integrating multiple sensor inputs rather than relying on just one. This fusion is the “secret sauce” 🥫 for building robust autonomous systems that can handle the unpredictable nature of real-world environments.

Before signing off, Shaily poses a thought-provoking question 🤔: As AI gets better at predicting and avoiding obstacles, how might this influence the design of future urban spaces? He invites listeners to share their thoughts and engage in the conversation.

To inspire everyone, Shaily quotes the legendary Alan Turing: *“We can only see a short distance ahead, but we can see plenty there that needs to be done.”* This perfectly captures the exciting journey of autonomous obstacle avoidance—a journey that’s well underway.

Don’t miss out on more insightful AI discussions—follow Shailendra Kumar on YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Medium. If you enjoyed the episode, hit subscribe and join the growing community of AI learners and innovators.

Thanks for tuning in to **AI with Shaily**! Stay curious, keep learning, and see you next time! 🤖✨

AI with Shaily: The Future of Self-Driving Cars and Smarter Obstacle Avoidance

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