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Today's News | 01/14/26

Google’s Veo 3.1 Update: 4K AI Videos from Images for YouTube

Google's Veo 3.1 update, announced January 13, 2026, enables creators to generate upright 9:16 videos from reference images with 4K upscaling, enhancing mobile-first content. Integrated with YouTube, it improves character consistency and animation quality. This advancement positions Google as a leader in AI video synthesis, revolutionizing short-form media production.

Generative AI Faces Reality Check in 2026: 95% Pilots Fail, MIT Study Shows

In 2026, generative AI faces scrutiny for failing to meet hype, plagued by hallucinations, unreliability, and scalability issues, as 95% of company pilots flop per MIT research. Experts like Gary Marcus call for realism, urging hybrid systems and ethical integration to unlock true potential.

Google Translate Adds Gemini AI for Alternative Translations

Google Translate is developing a feature to display alternative translations, revealed in an APK teardown, leveraging Gemini AI to address linguistic ambiguity and improve contextual accuracy. This evolution from neural models enhances user choice for nuanced phrases. It promises better global communication in business, education, and daily interactions.

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Apple Partners with Google to Integrate Gemini AI into Siri

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AI Chatbots Hallucinate Facts in 45% of News Summaries, Study Shows

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Motional’s AI-First Strategy Targets Driverless Robotaxis in Las Vegas by 2026

Motional, a Hyundai-Aptiv joint venture, is shifting to an AI-first strategy to launch fully driverless robotaxis in Las Vegas by 2026, overcoming past setbacks with machine learning for better handling of complex scenarios. This move aims to enhance safety, scalability, and urban mobility in a competitive industry.