Today’s topics

• SpaceX to Starliner's Rescue

• The new humanoid robot is creating buzz

• ‘Selfie Control’ Instagram filter

  and more…

Wednesday's market saw a mixed bag as stocks closed lower, with the Dow dropping 234.21 points (0.60%), the S&P 500 down 0.77%, and the Nasdaq off by 1.05%. Despite the dip, the session was not without its high notes—earlier in the day, the Dow surged over 480 points, and the Nasdaq was up more than 2%. Nvidia and other tech giants took a hit, yet the market's initial bounce back hints at underlying resilience. Even with Super Micro Computer's 20.1% drop and Tesla's 4.4% slip, there's an air of cautious optimism in the trading world.

OpenAI co-founder joins rival Anthropic. John Schulman, co-founder of OpenAI, is leaving the ChatGPT maker to join competitor Anthropic. In a social media post on Monday, Schulman stated he wanted to focus more on AI alignment, an area dedicated to creating safety systems that ensure technology aligns with human values, even if it surpasses human capabilities. His departure marks the latest senior exit from OpenAI.

Meet Figure 02: The New Humanoid Robot Making Waves

The Figure 02 humanoid robot has just debuted, and it's creating quite a buzz in the crowded field of robotics. The transition from Figure 01 to Figure 02 shows significant progress, with wires now neatly tucked away, signaling a shift from prototype to production-ready. This evolution mirrors trends seen in other second-generation robots like Teslabot and Boston Dynamics' Atlas, highlighting a focus on refined design and functionality. With new partnerships, including one with OpenAI for conversational features and BMW for automotive applications, Figure 02 is poised to make waves in the robotics arena.

Jackson Hole's wild new Instagram filter: stay safe and snap smart. Jackson Hole’s new open-source Instagram filter warns visitors when they’re too close to wildlife, ensuring safer interactions for both tourists and animals. Other wildlife destinations can customize this tool for their own use. To use it, tourists simply open the Selfie Control filter in Instagram, select the type of wildlife, and align the animal's outline to its icon. If the real-life animal is larger than the icon, it's time to back up.

Boeing Starliner Astronauts May Hitch a Ride with SpaceX in 2025

Astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams might have an extended stay on the ISS until February due to issues with Boeing’s Starliner. NASA's backup plan? A SpaceX Crew-9 mission, though it's also facing its own delays. Originally set for a brief stay, they’re now enjoying an extended 63-day orbit—about seven weeks longer than planned. It’s a stellar opportunity for an unexpected space adventure!

A whale stole the spotlight during the Olympic surfing competition in Tahiti, breaching the ocean just as surfers Tatiana Weston-Webb and Brisa Hennessy were in the semi-finals. This dramatic "photobomb" follows last week’s viral image of Gabriel Medina, proving that nature can be the ultimate surf competitor.

Dolce & Gabbana's latest launch is a luxury treat for pups: an alcohol-free scented mist crafted with notes of Ylang Ylang, Musk, and Sandalwood. Inspired by Domenico Dolce's cherished dog, Fefé, this fragrance promises a playful beauty routine for your furry friend. At $108, it’s a tender embrace for your pet's style.

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