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YouTube CEO Declares War on AI Spam: 2026’s Top Priority Unveiled
January 22, 2026 – In a recent annual open letter released on Wednesday (local time), YouTube CEO Neal Mohan revealed that combating “AI-generated spam” and detecting deepfakes will be top priorities for the platform in 2026. As AI-generated content becomes increasingly prevalent, distinguishing between authentic and synthetic media is growing more challenging, with deepfakes posing…
Samsung & SK Hynix Set to Cut NAND Wafer Input This Year, Industry Awaits Impact
January 20, 2026 – According to a report by South Korean media outlet ChosunBiz today, based on data from Omdia, two major NAND flash memory manufacturers, Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix, which together account for over 60% of global NAND production capacity, are set to reduce their wafer starts for flash memory this year. This…
Samsung Executive: Ditching Hype, Focusing on ‘Practical and Unobtrusive’ AI
January 19, 2026 – Amid a tech landscape rife with AI hype and flashy marketing stunts, Samsung is quietly carving out a pragmatic path forward. Simon Sung, CEO of Samsung Electronics Europe, told Business Insider in an exclusive interview that the company’s AI vision prioritizes seamless integration over spectacle. “Our goal is to build AI…
TSMC to Pour Investment into 4 New Advanced Packaging Facilities in Taiwan This Year
January 19, 2026 – According to a report by Taiwanese media outlet Liberty Times on the 17th of this month, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) is set to make another significant investment in Taiwan this year. The company plans to construct four advanced packaging facilities to meet the surging demand from its AI chip clients….
Microsoft Shuts Down Employee Library, Shifts to AI-Powered Learning Platform Amid Subscription Cuts
January 17, 2026 – There used to be a well – known legend at Microsoft’s headquarters in Redmond, Washington State, USA. It was said that the large number of books in the company’s library was so immense that it could “sink” the campus buildings. However, times have changed, and these physical books, periodicals, research reports,…
AMD’s Pledge: Maintaining GPU Price Stability Amid Memory Price Surge
January 16, 2026 – At CES 2026, David McAfee, AMD’s vice – president, sat down for an interview with Gizmodo. The conversation centered around AMD’s latest offerings in the PC gaming arena and how the company is tackling the ongoing memory shortage crisis. McAfee laid out AMD’s clear – cut objective: to make every possible…
Meta and Others Remove 4.7M Underage Accounts Amid Australia’s Crackdown
January 16, 2026 – Australia, the first country globally to enforce a social media ban for individuals under 16, has witnessed a rapid surge in account removals since the law took effect. According to official data, major platforms like Meta have blocked approximately 4.7 million underage accounts across the nation just last month. The Australian…
GM CEO Barra: Why PHEVs Are Off the Table in the U.S. – Most Don’t Drive Them as EVs
January 15, 2026 – On January 13 local time, InsideEVs reported that General Motors (GM) once launched the Chevrolet Equinox Plus plug-in hybrid (PHEV) version in the Chinese market. This model seems to be a perfect fit for the U.S. market, with its well – known name, mainstream crossover SUV positioning, and a combination of…
YouTube Rolls Out New Measures: Time Limits or One – Click Block to Curb Kids’ Short – Video Addiction
January 15, 2026 – As the issue of online safety for minors continues to draw global attention, YouTube is stepping up its efforts to enhance parental control features. On January 14 local time, YouTube announced a series of new restrictions specifically targeting its short – video section, Shorts, aiming to assist parents in better managing…
Nvidia’s H200 Chips Get U.S. Nod for China Export: Unlocking New Opportunities
January 14, 2026 – On January 13 local time, the U.S. government gave the green light for Nvidia to export its H200 artificial intelligence chips to China. This move is expected to resume the shipment of H200 chips to Chinese customers. Earlier, former U.S. President Trump announced via social media that the U.S. administration would…