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Tencent releases its Hy4 open-weight foundation model, which it says joins the top tier of Chinese open-weight AI for the first time, and plans a Flash version (Bloomberg)

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Bloomberg:
Tencent releases its Hy4 open-weight foundation model, which it says joins the top tier of Chinese open-weight AI for the first time, and plans a Flash version  —  Tencent Holdings Ltd. released a foundation model Wednesday that it said joins the top tier of Chinese open-weight AI systems for the first time.

US Midterm Blue Wave Puts AI, Data Centers in Spotlight

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Data center developers seeking to build dozens of artificial intelligence campuses across Texas are facing their worst-case scenario under newly-elected Democratic Governor Gina Hinojosa, who has called for an immediate moratorium on data center development. Bloomberg's Tom Giles breaks down what the midterm election results could mean for the tech sector. (Source: Bloomberg)

NBC exit poll: 56% said AI and data centers had been a "crucial or a major factor" in their Congress votes, as Democratic candidates pledged to halt development (Financial Times)

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Financial Times:
NBC exit poll: 56% said AI and data centers had been a “crucial or a major factor” in their Congress votes, as Democratic candidates pledged to halt development  —  Gubernatorial wins in Texas, Georgia and Ohio and local ballot measures show depth of discontent with Trump-backed infrastructure spree

SLAC scientists find conclusive proof of a mysterious third type of magnetism

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For nearly 90 years, scientists believed magnetism fell into just two categories, but researchers have now confirmed a remarkable third type called altermagnetism. Using specialized X-rays, they uncovered a unique magnetic signature that proves these materials behave differently from conventional magnets. Altermagnets combine stability with the ability to efficiently carry information, potentially overcoming major limitations in today's electronics. The discovery could lead to faster computers, more efficient data centers, and breakthroughs in quantum technology.