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The federal government is exploring a new educational model called Alpha School, an AI-powered private school where students learn core subjects in just two hours daily with AI as their sole instructor. This article explores what Alpha School offers and whether its model should be taken seriously.

Following a Supreme Court decision that largely overturned his 2025 tariffs, President Trump has signed an executive order to continue the suspension of the de minimis exemption. This move implements a 10 percent global tariff and impacts the duty-free import of small goods.

Google has unveiled Lyria 3, an advanced AI music generator integrated with Gemini. This free tool allows users to create high-fidelity, 30-second audio tracks across various genres, complete with AI-generated lyrics, making music creation more accessible.

OpenAI’s ChatGPT has achieved significant adoption among young users in India, with nearly half of all messages coming from individuals aged 18 to 24. The platform’s overall usage is heavily skewed towards those under 30, and a substantial portion of interactions are for professional purposes.

Sony is reportedly shutting down Bluepoint Games, the PlayStation studio responsible for critically acclaimed remakes such as Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus. This decision, following a business review, will result in approximately 70 job cuts and comes after the cancellation of a live-service God of War title the studio was developing.

Google executives are facing significant pressure from nearly 900 employees who have signed an open letter demanding the company sever its ties with federal immigration enforcement agencies, including ICE and CBP. Staff are calling for greater transparency regarding Google’s technology use by the US government, expressing moral objections to their work supporting operations that have recently turned violent and deadly. This internal activism echoes past employee-led efforts that prompted Google to abandon a Pentagon contract.

China’s 2026 CCTV Spring Festival Gala surprised viewers with a dazzling display of humanoid robots performing complex kung fu, synchronized dances, and comedy. This showcase, featuring robots from leading local manufacturers, highlights China’s rapid advancements in robotics and its ambition to lead global tech, moving beyond simple demonstrations to sophisticated performances.

The Sony WH-1000XM6 noise-canceling headphones are currently available at a significant discount, nearly $100 off their usual price. This limited-time offer brings the price down to $368 at Amazon, making them a compelling option for premium audio.

Explore the current state and future impact of autonomous taxi technology, alongside a look into how quantum sensing is being used to analyze soldiers’ brains.

Apple and Google have committed to significant changes in their UK app store operations following an investigation by the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA). The tech giants will no longer prioritize their own applications and will enhance transparency regarding app approval processes. This move addresses concerns about their dominant market position, previously described as an “effective duopoly” in the UK.