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US FCC Bans New Chinese Humanoid Robots - DTH

Jul 29, 2026 · 5m

Summary

Host Jen Cutter covers a range of tech developments, including the FCC's ban on Chinese humanoid robots and a UK investigation into Microsoft's misleading 365 subscription practices. The episode also details Google DeepMind dismantling the AlphaFold team, Logitech's split strategy for EU battery regulations, and Russia charging Telegram founder Pavel Durov with facilitating terrorism. Additional stories include Warner Bros. testing an AI-driven vertical video feed and NASA's ongoing efforts to stabilize the tumbling Neil Armstrong Swift Observatory.

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Capital One and Ship-a-ton Hackathon FCC bans import of Chinese humanoid and quadruped robots UK CMA investigates Microsoft 365 subscription practices CMA sues over Minnesota AI deepfake ban law Google DeepMind dismantles AlphaFold team Logitech ships replaceable battery mice for Europe FSB charges Telegram founder with facilitating terrorism Warner Bros tests AI-powered HBO Max Shorts feed NASA Catalyst robot struggles with Swift rescue mission Outro and subscription call to action Sponsors: Thomson Reuters and Capital One
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