Morning Edition
Thu, Mar 19, 2026, 8:58 AM
AI and robotics breakthroughs dominate as World Labs secures $1B funding and Unitree launches a new industrial robot, while Ramadan spiritual programs and entertainment launches round out the landscape.
From Your Network
World Labs raises $1B AI funding
Major investment signals continued confidence in AI infrastructure despite market volatility.
World Labs has raised $1 billion in new funding. We are grateful and excited to partner with our investors, including AMD, Autodesk, Emerson Collective, Fidelity Management & Research Company, NVIDIA, and Sea, among others. https://t.co/MfK7mLGKPH
Unitree launches compact industrial robot
90N·m torque and 13km range opens new automation possibilities for businesses.
Unitree Introducing | Unitree As2 Your Companion🥳 Compact size, industrial capability. Maximum torque of 90N·m, over 4 hours of no-load runtime, IP54 rainproof design. With a 15 kg payload, range exceeds 13 km. Open secondary development, empowering industry applications. https://t.co/IBroUYiuYy
Ramadan Qur'an program launches
Massive 81M views show global Muslim community engagement for spiritual tech.
Ramadan is your opportunity to enhance your recitation and complete the Qur’an with deeper reflection and understanding of its meanings and verses, through the Qur’an Khatmah Program on the Minhaj app.
SouljaAI voice automation debuts
First rapper AI voice clone marks major milestone in celebrity AI licensing.
Today we are unveiling SouljaAI. The first rapper to automate their voice with AI. Call Soulja Boy, or use his voice yourself 👇 https://t.co/a1oVfpYs0f
Gemini launches Lyria 3 music AI
New music generation model opens creative possibilities for content creators.
Here are some useful prompting tips to get the most out of our new music generation model in Gemini, Lyria 3 ↓
Crimson Desert releases today
Long-awaited open-world RPG finally launches after years of development.
As Kliff, your journey begins with reuniting the surviving Greymanes to rebuild the faction. But you will realize that the fate of more than the Greymanes is in your hands. Coming March 19, 2026. Pre-order now!
The Expanse RPG now wishlistable
Popular sci-fi series gets action RPG adaptation for gaming community.
Take the helm and step into your Expanse story. WISHLIST Action RPG The Expanse: Osiris Reborn on Steam 🚀
WSJ analyzes AI chip restrictions
Geopolitical tech tensions continue shaping global AI development landscape.
Challenger models. Chip restrictions. A battle for AI dominance. Listen as WSJ’s Josh Chin and Oxford Analytica’s Tatia Bolkvadze break down what’s at stake.