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Meta Launches Muse Spark 1.1, An Upgraded AI Model for Coding and Perception - DTH

Jul 9, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Host Rob Dunwood covers Meta’s MuseSpark 1.1 launch and paused internal AI tracking project, alongside SpaceX AI’s Grok 4.5 release. The episode details regulatory actions, including an NHTSA directive on autonomous vehicles and a New York ban on smart glasses in courts. It also reports on Block’s $45 million fraud settlement, Micron’s $250 billion U.S. investment, and new privacy-focused rules for online platforms. Finally, Google Photos introduces its AI-powered Video Remix feature.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Capital One, Zyn, and Sephora Meta launches MuseSpark 1.1 AI model SpaceX AI releases Grok 4.5 coding model NHTSA urges AV fixes for first responder interference Block settles $45M fraud allegations with states Meta pauses employee keystroke tracking initiative EU approves child safety rules exempting encryption Meta develops always-on recording smart glasses New York bans smart glasses in court facilities Micron announces $250B US investment plan Google Photos introduces AI Video Remix feature Outro and sponsor messages
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