Meta releases Muse Glimmer, a lightweight 30B-parameter open-weight AI model for local PC use, and plans to open-source Muse Spark 1.2, directly competing with top Chinese models and offering a geopolitically neutral alternative for American users.
Tencent's Chief AI Scientist Yao Shunyu argues the AI race is in its early stages, with vast opportunities in coding agents, embodied intelligence, and multimodal AI, despite current setbacks.
Nvidia announced its new RTX Spark superchip, aiming to "reinvent the PC" by bringing advanced AI capabilities to laptops and desktops. The chip, developed with MediaTek, will power "AI personal computers" from brands like Microsoft, Dell, HP, and Lenovo, expected in fall 2026.
Blaze Entertainment unveils two new handheld gaming devices inspired by classic 1980s computers: The Spectrum Handheld and The C64 Handheld. Each portable comes with 25 retro titles preloaded, expandable via microSD, and features a 4.3-inch 800x480 screen, remappable controls, stereo speakers, and a 3-hour battery. Preorders start at $129.99 each through Funstock, with shipping expected October 2026.
