Meta Bets $2B on Autonomous AI Agents

Meta acquired Manus, an autonomous AI agent that can break down goals into tasks, interact with data sources, and deliver completed work without constant prompts. This moves AI from answering questions to actually doing work—imagine asking an agent to analyze competitor pricing and build a report automatically. Integration into Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp means billions of users could access this soon.

CEOs Are All-In on AI Agents

Companies plan to double AI spending in 2026, with over 30% directed to agentic AI. About 90% of executives expect agents to deliver measurable returns this year. Early adopters are already investing more than half their AI budgets in agents.

Physical AI Goes Mainstream at CES

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang declared: "The ChatGPT moment for physical AI is here". Humanoid robots from Hyundai (targeting 30,000 units by 2028), AG Bot, and LG (home robots for laundry and dishes) are moving from concept to production.

Google Upgrades Gemini with Personal Intelligence

Google launched "Personal Intelligence" beta—let Gemini securely access your Gmail, Photos, and YouTube to give personalized recommendations. Off by default; you control what connects.

Pentagon Embraces Military AI

The Department of Defense unveiled an AI acceleration strategy to deploy leading models across unclassified and classified networks.