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  • [New] Google is officially entering the smart glasses race, confirming today that its first AI-powered wearables will launch in 2026. The Tech Buzz
  • [New] Apple and Snap are expected to launch their own AI glasses next year, creating a four-way battle for consumers' faces. The Tech Buzz
  • [New] While Google is a major Nvidia customer, its own chips have emerged as one of Nvidia's biggest threats as Google works closely with Meta Platforms and others to chip away at Nvidia's AI stronghold. Reuters
  • [New] We will soon see if Gartner's big prediction - that by 2026, a quarter of all search traffic will shift from Google to AI-driven answer engines - comes true. Yext
  • [New] Mercedes' MBUX infotainment system will integrate AI from both Microsoft and Google. National Law Review
  • [New] BMW plans to launch in-vehicle AI assistant technology developed in collaboration with Amazon. National Law Review
  • [New] Buying products online from big marketplaces like Amazon or Alibaba could be replaced by direct transactions with producers, thanks to Mars 3.0's colonized marketplace. MEXC
  • [New] Apple is joining forces with Google to power its artificial intelligence features, including a major Siri upgrade expected later in 2026. CNBC
  • [New] 2026 will finally be the year when Google prioritizes the usability of its AI services and makes substantial improvements. Jakob Nielsen on UX
  • [New] Major projects from companies like Apple and Tesla could drive significant job creation in 2026, supporting long-term growth. Independence Title

Last updated: 18 January 2026



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