File Photo/NBD

NO.1 Bezos, Nvidia to invest in Figure AI

According to foreign media reports on February 24, Jeff Bezos, Nvidia and other large technology companies will invest in Figure AI, a company developing humanoid robots, in order to find new applications for AI. It is reported that Figure AI, which OpenAI and Microsoft previously supported, will raise about $675 million in a round of financing, with a pre-transaction valuation of about $2 billion. Bezos has committed to invest $100 million through his Explore Investments LLC, Microsoft will invest $95 million, and Nvidia and an Amazon-affiliated fund will each provide $50 million.

Commentary: The investment by Bezos and Nvidia shows the potential and increasing competition in the humanoid robot field. This investment is likely to accelerate the development of Figure AI and drive the entire industry forward.

NO.2 Tesla demonstrates Optimus walking ability

On February 24, local time, Tesla shared a new video on its social media account, showcasing the smooth walking ability of its Optimus humanoid robot under development. According to reports, compared to the video released a few weeks ago, the Optimus Prime shown this time seems to be an updated or more improved version. Its walking steps are more stable and its movements are more fluid.

Commentary: The progress of Tesla's Optimus demonstrates the company's strategic layout in humanoid robot technology, and is expected to play an important role in future products and services.

NO.3 Jensen Huang: Humanoid robots are coming

On February 24, local time, Jensen Huang, co-founder and CEO of Nvidia, was interviewed by foreign media. He said that Nvidia is making breakthrough progress in basic robotics technology, and the arrival of humanoid robots may be just around the corner. Huang firmly believes that neural networks will dominate the future, and fields such as robotics, healthcare and autonomous vehicles will embrace great development opportunities.

Commentary: Huang's comments reflect Nvidia's confidence in the prospects of humanoid robots, and indicate the company's long-term strategy and influence in this field.

NO.4 OpenAI says Sora has a long way to go

Recently, OpenAI spokesperson Natalie Summers said that putting safety concerns aside, Sora has a long way to go before it can enter prime time. First, several technical challenges need to be addressed, including the problem of body part clutter and a hybrid understanding of physics.

Commentary: OpenAI's cautious approach to Sora reflects the company's emphasis on security and also the long-term planning for AI generation tech.

NO.5 Scientists discover 275 million new human gene variants

In a new study, American scientists analyzed the genome data of nearly 250,000 participants in the National Institutes of Health's All of Us research program. As a result, they discovered over 275 million previously unreported gene variants, of which nearly 4 million could potentially affect human health. The related research paper was published in the recent issue of Nature magazine.

Commentary: The discovery of these gene variants could have a major impact on medical research, providing new clues to understanding diseases and developing treatments.

NO.6 Scientists synthesize compounds related to the origin of life

According to the latest issue of the journal Science, a team led by University College London has synthesized a compound that is essential for all life - pantetheine. The study found that pantetheine may have formed naturally early in Earth's history and played a role in the origin of life.

Commentary: The synthesis of pantetheine provides new scientific evidence for explaining the origin of life, and may have a profound impact on research in biology and chemistry.

Disclaimer: The content and data in this article are for reference only and do not constitute investment advice. Please verify before using.