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OpenAI said to upgrade audio AI ahead of voice-first personal device
Bay Area Times
January 02, 2026
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1. OpenAI said to upgrade audio AI ahead of voice-first personal device
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OpenAI has reportedly unified engineering, product, and research teams to improve audio models.
A new audio architecture aims for more natural, emotive responses.
Q1 2026: the upgraded audio model is expected to debut.
OpenAI’s device is designed as a proactive, voice-first AI companion.
2. Neuralink plans “high-volume” brain implant production by 2026, Elon says
Neuralink aims to shift to fully automated surgical procedures in 2026, Elon Musk said.
2024: human trials for Neuralink’s brain implant began.
Sep.: 12 people worldwide with severe paralysis have received the implant, the company said.
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4. Tesla Q4 deliveries expected -11% YoY to ~440.9K as sales outlook weakens
Analysts’ 2026 delivery forecasts have slid sharply, from 3M+ vehicles two years ago to ~1.8M now:
