Kids in China Are Using Bots and Engagement Hacks to Look More Popular on Their Smartwatches

Four individuals, including a Chief Technology Officer, have been arrested and indicted for illegally exporting Nvidia chips to China. The charges include illegal exports, smuggling, and money laundering, highlighting serious concerns over national security and compliance with export regulations.

US officials are discussing the possibility of allowing Nvidia Corp. to sell its H200 artificial intelligence chips to China. This potential move is contentious and could represent a significant victory for Nvidia, which is currently the world's most valuable company.

The eCoffee Energyband, a Chinese wristband, claims to electrically stimulate nerves to enhance alertness. However, researchers express skepticism about its effectiveness, while critics argue that it serves as a tool for Chinese employers to boost worker productivity. The public response has been largely negative.

Beijing-based AI start-up, Moonshot AI, is in discussions with global investors, including IDG Capital, to raise several hundred million dollars. This funding round could potentially value the company at approximately $4 billion, reflecting a growing interest in AI technologies in China.

Federal prosecutors have charged two Chinese nationals and two U.S. citizens for allegedly smuggling advanced Nvidia chips to China, violating national security export restrictions. The chips, valued at millions of dollars, are critical to various technologies, particularly in artificial intelligence.

Children’s and consumer advocacy groups are urging parents not to buy AI-powered toys during the holiday season. The groups express concerns about the potential risks associated with these toys, emphasizing the need for parental caution in selecting gifts that involve artificial intelligence.

China's humanoid robot army is rapidly expanding, surpassing the development efforts of the United States. As Elon Musk envisions a future with a robot army, China's market is already populated with humanoid bots, indicating a significant shift in technological advancements in robotics.

Experts warn that reliance on foreign-made open models poses significant risks to the US supply chain and innovation in artificial intelligence. This dependency could hinder the country's competitive edge against China in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.