14 May 2026
‘Uncharted territory’: Figure AI humanoid robots hit 24/7 nonstop work milestone
Figure AI says its humanoid robots have now crossed 24 hours of continuous autonomous work, extending what was initially planned as an eight-hour test into a nonstop multi-day operation.
@IntEngineering, Neetika Walter
2026
14 May 2026
Americans want cheap Chinese EVs. Here's who is preventing them
A bipartisan group of lawmakers is working to prevent the sale of Chinese electric vehicles in the U.S. Concerns include unfair advantages from China's labor laws and potential national security risks. The average price of a new EV in the U.S. was over $55,000 in April 2026, while some Chinese models start under $30,000.
Keith Laing, USA TODAY
2026
14 May 2026
What the jury will actually decide in the case of Elon Musk vs. Sam Altman
Nine California jurors are now deliberating over the future of OpenAI, the world-leading artificial intelligence lab.
Tim Fernholz
2026
14 May 2026
China cozies up as Trump touts delegation of richest business heavyweights at Xi summit
US-China trade: Nvidia chips, auto market, IP theft underscore complex relationship U.S.-China trade discussions intensify as President Trump's administration navigates complex issues, including U.S. Commerce Department's decision to allow Nvidia H200 chip sales to 10 Chinese firms. Experts also warn against allowing Chinese electric vehicles into the American market, citing intellectual property…
Amanda Macias
2026
14 May 2026
Will Nvidia Stock Keep Surging on China Optimism Or is the Cerebras IPO a New Risk?
Nvidia ( NVDA - Free Report ) ) has spent the last three years dominating the artificial intelligence boom, becoming the undisputed king of AI infrastructure. But investors are suddenly facing a more nuanced question: Does renewed optimism around China strengthen Nvidia’s long-term outlook, or does Thursday’s blockbuster IPO of Cerebras Systems (CBRS) signal the beginning of real competitive…
Shaun Pruitt
2026
14 May 2026
Sam Altman Is Taking a Lot of Punches on the Witness Stand
Can you trust Sam Altman? That was one of the central themes at the high-profile trial between the OpenAI CEO and Elon Musk in California this week, as Musk’s lawyers peppered Altman with questions on his work relationships, including his temporary ouster from OpenAI three years ago by a mistrustful board of directors.
Alex Nguyen
2026
14 May 2026
Trump and Xi hold talks but no trade deal agreed
It was a day heavy with symbolism in Beijing, marked by choreographed ceremonies and carefully staged optics, but there was no sweeping trade breakthrough or major business agreements. US President Donald Trump met Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday for more than two hours of talks, describing the US-China relationship as "the world's most consequential economic relationship". The White…
Suranjana Tewari
2026
14 May 2026
OpenAI says Codex is coming to your phone
Codex is going mobile. The coding tool — which OpenAI launched approximately a year ago — has now been integrated into the ChatGPT app, allowing users to monitor and manage their development workflows remotely.
Lucas Ropek
2026
14 May 2026
Cerebras IPO makes billions for Benchmark but VC Eric Vishria almost didn't take the meeting
The Cerebras Systems IPO was a smash hit on Thursday, generating billions for itself, its founders, and its major investors. Among the big winners is major shareholder Benchmark, which owns 9.5% of the company. One of the firm’s general partners, Eric Vishria, has been a Cerebras board member since 2016, the year the AI chip maker was founded, having co-led its $25 million Series A round.
Julie Bort
2026
