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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

Alibaba's TRAE Work Adds Design Mode, Closing the Loop From Requirements to Code

Alibaba's TRAE Work has introduced a new Design mode, streamlining the workflow from requirement gathering to visual design and code generation. This update bridges the gap between the existing Work and Code modes, enhancing software development efficiency. Users can import Figma files to extract complete design systems, including colors and components. The new Design Library feature offers multiple methods for establishing design language, enabling developers to work more effectively on their designs.

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

ByteDance's AI Engine Roars Ahead But Compute Costs Crush Margins

ByteDance is facing a dilemma as its AI business grows rapidly, but computing costs are rising unsustainably. During the Volc Engine FORCE conference, CEO Liang Rubo stated that "climbing the AI summit is the most important task now," with the company's 2026 keynote theme shifting to "climb new heights courageously." The conference also launched Volc Engine 2.1 Pro, aimed at enhancing productivity in programming and office tasks, and announced Seedance 2.5 in July, capable of generating 30-second videos from 50 multimedia sources.

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

Tencent Redefines 40-Year-Old Email with AI-Native Agent Mail

Tencent's QQ Mail has launched Agent Mail, an AI-native email service that redefines traditional email communication. This service allows AI agents to send, receive, and manage emails directly, marking a significant shift in how email is utilized. The OAuth-based security architecture ensures user passwords are never stored, issuing time-limited tokens instead.

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Amazon to invest $13 billion in India

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Nokia collaborates with AWS on autonomous networks

26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

Nokia collaborates with AWS on autonomous networks

Nokia and Amazon Web Services have expanded their collaboration to deliver autonomous networks tailored for the AI era. This partnership allows operators to run their entire operational stack in the cloud, utilizing Nokia’s Autonomous Network Fabric on AWS. Nokia’s Autonomous Network Fabric integrates intent-based service orchestration, AI-powered anomaly detection, and a unified view of network resources. The latest enhancements are expected to be available by 2026, enabling service providers to achieve Level 4 autonomy.

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OpenAI Delays IPO Until 2027 with Trillion-Dollar Valuation

26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

OpenAI Delays IPO Until 2027 with Trillion-Dollar Valuation

OpenAI has announced a delay in its IPO until 2027, maintaining a target valuation of $1 trillion. This information comes from the New York Times, citing insiders who indicate the management is under pressure to reconsider. The company had previously filed for a secret listing in U.S. markets, with advisors presenting two options: wait until 2027 or lower the valuation to expedite the IPO. CEO Sam Altman has firmly rejected any valuation cuts, emphasizing the importance of the $1 trillion goal.

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Zhipu AI vs MiniMax: China's Anthropic and OpenAI Mirror the Valuation Reversal

26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

Zhipu AI vs MiniMax: China's Anthropic and OpenAI Mirror the Valuation Reversal

Chinese AI companies Zhipu AI and MiniMax are experiencing a dramatic valuation divergence, with Zhipu valued at approximately 975 billion HKD and MiniMax at 150 billion HKD. This shift mirrors the global competition between Anthropic and OpenAI, where MiniMax initially outperformed Zhipu. MiniMax's strategy focuses on global expansion, offering products like Hailuo AI and Talkie, serving 300 million users across 200 countries. In contrast, Zhipu emphasizes safety and enterprise capabilities, leveraging its GLM series for developer tools.

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DeepSeek Doubles Down on Harness Talent as AI Strategy Shifts from Light to Heavy

26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

DeepSeek Doubles Down on Harness Talent as AI Strategy Shifts from Light to Heavy

DeepSeek is pivoting from lightweight AI model development to a heavy infrastructure focus, highlighted by its new Harness division. On June 21, team lead Cui Tianyi launched an online recruitment drive for researchers and engineers, emphasizing the company's commitment to agent infrastructure. Formed in March 2025, the Harness team operates on a core formula of Model plus Harness equals Agent, aiming to transform model capabilities into deployable products. Since late 2025, DeepSeek has enhanced agent capabilities, reflecting a growing trend in AI systems.

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Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe

26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

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26 Jun 202611 Muharram 1448 AH

Anthropic Thinks Its Own Success Is Key to Making AI Safe

Anthropic is facing increasing criticism for its growing power in the AI sector. Critics argue that the company is moving towards a monopoly, raising concerns about its impact on competition and innovation. In defense, Anthropic claims that accumulating power is part of responsible AI development. As a leading player in AI, Anthropic aims to develop advanced models. However, critics highlight that concentrating power in a few companies could have negative consequences for the market. This debate underscores the need for a balance between innovation and maintaining competition.

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Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data

25 Jun 202610 Muharram 1448 AH

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25 Jun 202610 Muharram 1448 AH

Why Amazon Dropped Its OpenAI Movie, Data Center Workers Fight Back, and Meta Leaks Employee Data

MGM Studios, owned by Amazon, has decided to exclude the OpenAI film from its schedule, reflecting the growing intersection of the film industry with artificial intelligence technologies. This move comes as AI usage in film production increases, altering how cinematic content is created. This decision is part of a broader industry shift towards integrating AI into production and distribution processes. In recent years, there has been a rise in the use of AI tools to enhance production efficiency and deliver new experiences to audiences.