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10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Zuckerberg Calls for Easing Restrictions on Open-Source AI Models

Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, has called for easing U.S. restrictions on open-source AI models, coinciding with the launch of a new model called 'Muse Glimmer'. This new model is smaller than its leading counterparts and is designed for agent-based tasks, operable on computers with a single graphics card. This move comes as Meta seeks to strengthen its position in the AI race. Zuckerberg emphasized the need for a reevaluation of U.S. policies to support open-weight models, as Chinese companies currently lead in this area, raising concerns about AI costs and data security.

Agents

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Anthropic to Enable Default Automation in Claude Code Starting 2026

Starting August 14, 2026, Anthropic will set the default for its programming tool Claude Code to automation for Pro, Max, and Team subscribers. This change means the tool will no longer require developer permission for each step, allowing it to execute most tasks autonomously. The automation feature, which was trialed in March, enables Claude Code to carry out programming commands without needing developer approval at every stage. Boris Cherny, head of the Claude Code team, noted that they have been using this mode exclusively for months, emphasizing that human review no longer adds real protection.

Business

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

The Rise of the 1 am Job Interview

AI interviews are increasingly becoming the first step in hiring processes, allowing candidates to schedule them at any time, even late at night. This technology enables candidates to interact with AI systems, making it easier for them to present themselves comfortably. This trend reflects a shift in how interviews are conducted, with AI being used to assess skills and competencies. This trend impacts the job market by potentially speeding up hiring processes and reducing costs. However, questions arise regarding the effectiveness of these interviews in measuring candidates' true skills.

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OpenAI acquires NextSlide to bring AI-generated presentations into ChatGPT

How might this acquisition change the way presentations are created?

Governance

Putting frontier cyber models in more trusted hands

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Governance

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Putting frontier cyber models in more trusted hands

Daybreak has announced its partnership with OpenAI to utilize its advanced cyber models. This collaboration will enable Daybreak partners to deliver authorized and governed cybersecurity services to customers. This initiative is part of Daybreak's efforts to enhance its capabilities in cybersecurity and provide innovative solutions in the sector.

Models

Expanding Daybreak as the Cyber Defense Window Narrows

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Models

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Expanding Daybreak as the Cyber Defense Window Narrows

OpenAI has announced the launch of GPT-5.6-Cyber, specifically designed for cybersecurity research, available through Daybreak Red. This model aims to support research related to vulnerabilities, exploit validation, and security testing. GPT-5.6-Cyber is distinguished by its ability to efficiently process cybersecurity-related data, making it a valuable tool for researchers in this field. The model enables researchers to conduct advanced security tests and assess vulnerabilities with greater accuracy.

Agents

A Robot That Learns from Short Videos in 29 Seconds — X Square Robot's HOST Changes the Embodied-AI Recipe

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Agents

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

A Robot That Learns from Short Videos in 29 Seconds — X Square Robot's HOST Changes the Embodied-AI Recipe

X Square Robot, a Beijing-based startup, has launched the HOST framework, enabling humanoid robots to learn new tasks by watching short demonstration videos. HOST achieved a 62% task success rate after viewing a 29-second clip, while the industry standard requires around 50 demonstrations and four hours of fine-tuning for a mere 38% success rate.

Models

Tongyi Wan-Animate-2 Goes Open Source, and Alibaba's Character Animation Now Matches Commercial SOTA

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Models

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Tongyi Wan-Animate-2 Goes Open Source, and Alibaba's Character Animation Now Matches Commercial SOTA

Alibaba's Tongyi Wanxiang team has released Wan-Animate-2, an open-source character animation framework this week. This system skips skeletal pose extraction and motion feature compression, feeding driving video directly into a diffusion Transformer, enabling streaming at 24 frames per second. Wan-Animate-2 produces competitive results against commercial leaders like ByteDance's Dreamina and Kuaishou's KLING MotionControl. It also supports multi-character and multi-camera scenarios, allowing a single driving video to animate multiple target characters simultaneously.

Business

TSMC Reports Surge in Sales Reflecting Strong Demand for Advanced Chips

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Business

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

TSMC Reports Surge in Sales Reflecting Strong Demand for Advanced Chips

TSMC, the world's largest semiconductor foundry, reported a significant sales increase in July, rising 44.7% year-on-year to approximately $2.96 billion. Sales also grew by 5.6% compared to June, highlighting ongoing global demand for advanced chips used in AI applications. These results follow a strong June performance, where TSMC recorded revenues of 442.68 billion New Taiwan dollars, up 67.9% year-on-year. TSMC has raised its revenue growth forecast for 2026 to over 40% in USD, alongside an increase in capital expenditure plans to between $60 and $64 billion.

Business

Malaysia seeks to deepen trade ties with South Korea in chips, AI, halal sector

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Business

10 Aug 202627 Safar 1448 AH

Malaysia seeks to deepen trade ties with South Korea in chips, AI, halal sector

Malaysia is seeking to enhance its economic partnership with South Korea by expanding cooperation into high-value industries such as semiconductors and AI. In an interview with The Korea Times, the director of the Malaysian Investment Development Authority stated that Malaysia aims to be a long-term strategic partner in sectors like electric vehicles and renewable energy. This shift reflects Malaysia's desire to move away from traditional manufacturing, potentially opening new avenues for economic growth and strengthening its position in the global market.