Google Adds Vertical 9:16 Video Generation to Veo 3.1
Google has added support for vertical 9:16 video generation with references to its Veo 3.1 model. The format is designed for short-form platforms such as YouTube Shorts, Instagram, and TikTok.
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Google has unveiled a new open standard called the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP). Its goal is to make online shopping as seamless and “automated” as possible—shifting much of the work from humans to AI assistants.
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By Daniel Mercer - Category: Robotics
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On January 6, 2026, the CES technology exhibition opened in Las Vegas. Companies are showcasing how artificial intelligence is becoming tangible in the form of humanoid robots.
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By Alex Rowland
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Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has successfully completed a series of demonstrations of a new integrated border protection system based on artificial intelligence algorithms and autonomous technologies. The system demonstrated its ability to significantly reduce response times across all types of borders—land, maritime, and air.
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