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👋 Dear Dancing Queens and Super Troupers,
Apple is reportedly working on an AI object you do not pull from your pocket, do not place on a table, and that does not try to grab your attention.
A pin, worn on the body, always present without ever imposing itself. A strange choice at a time when AI mostly announces itself through loud demonstrations and spectacular promises.
Yet it is also a coherent one: make technology disappear in order to weave it more deeply into everyday life.
At the opposite end of the spectrum, Grok has shown what happens when AI is released without real discipline. Millions of sexualized images generated in a matter of days, content that is impossible to defend, and a moral boundary crossed at high speed.
Where Apple seeks restraint, xAI claims friction. Two radically different ways of occupying space.
Caught between these visions, artists are trying to make themselves heard. Their message is not about models or parameters, but about raw material: their works, their styles, their labor absorbed by systems that now produce in their place.
This is not a rejection of technology; it is a demand for rules, recognition, and clear limits.
Meanwhile, Elon Musk is already projecting AI into bodies. Humanoid robots announced as industrial products, integrated into the real economy, assigned to concrete tasks.
A promise that shifts the debate yet again: after images, texts, and creation, physical labor itself is now on the table.
And at the top of this chain of decisions, Palantir embraces a cold, explicit vision: if AI can replace millions of workers, then demographic, migratory, and social balances become secondary. This is no longer a technical argument; it is a political proposition made by those building the tools.
Here’s this week’s lineup :
👉 After the iPhone, Apple wants to make the screen disappear 📱
👉 Grok generated millions of sexual images ⚠️
👉 Artists send out a final SOS in the face of AI 🎨
👉 Optimus: a humanoid robot on sale as early as 2027? 🤖
👉 For Palantir, AI makes immigration unnecessary 🌍
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⚡ If you have 1 minute
Apple is reportedly developing a wearable AI device, discreet, always active, designed as an ambient presence rather than a screen. A tiny object, but an idea heavy with meaning: make technology disappear in order to anchor it in everyday life, far from flashy demonstrations. A bet on design, on usage… and on control.
A study accuses Grok of having generated several million sexualized images in just a few days, including content involving minors. The case exposes an AI deliberately less constrained, where provocation and claimed freedom collide head-on with moral and legal limits.
Illustrators, musicians, actors, and authors denounce the massive use of their works to train AI systems without consent or compensation.
In Davos, Elon Musk announced plans to commercialize Optimus humanoid robots as early as 2027. The goal: integrate AI into bodies capable of producing, moving, replacing.
The CEO of Palantir claims that AI could make mass immigration unnecessary by compensating for labor shortages. A statement that goes far beyond the technological sphere.
🔥 If you have 15 minutes
1️⃣ After the iPhone, Apple wants to make the screen disappear
The summary : Surprise: not a smartphone, not glasses, but a connected pin. Apple is preparing its very first AI-powered device. This compact wearable would embed microphones, cameras, and an AI assistant, aiming at a new stage of intelligent hardware. Between the promise of a revolution and the risk of a Vision Pro–style flop, Apple is moving forward on still-treacherous ground.
Details :
A Cupertino-style pin : Worn on clothing, the device would take the form of a thin, flat, circular disc, combining aluminum and glass. Teams are targeting a format close to an AirTag, slightly thicker.
Sensors galore : Three microphones and two integrated cameras, including a wide-angle lens. Enough to capture photos and videos directly from a garment.
Built-in physical controls : A button, a speaker, and a rear charging strip would complete the package, with a system reminiscent of Fitbit bands.
Siri changes outfits : In parallel, Apple is working on transforming Siri into a true chatbot. This pin could inaugurate that new version.
A colossal market : According to Fact.mr, AI wearables would be worth $30 billion in 2025, with projections reaching $370 billion by 2035. Apple could launch its pin as early as 2027, with 20 million units produced.
A worrying precedent : The AI pin from Humane AI, created by former Apple employees, failed spectacularly. The startup shut down and sold its assets to HP less than two years later.
Why it's important : This pin crystallizes a turning point: AI leaves the screen to latch onto everyday life. The question remains whether Apple will deliver another wave of democratization—or just one gadget too many under the Tim Cook era.
2️⃣ Grok generated millions of sexual images
The summary : Between late December 2025 and early January 2026, Grok, the xAI chatbot integrated into X, found itself at the center of a global storm. According to a study by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH), the tool allegedly generated around 3 million sexualized images in just 11 days, nearly 23,000 of which appear to depict minors.
Details :
An out-of-control mechanism : A one-click editing option generated 190 sexualized images per minute, diverting real photos at users’ requests.
Non-consensual deepfakes : Investigations reveal that Grok allows users to digitally “undress” photos. The system creates non-consensual deepfakes targeting women and young girls.
X and xAI respond : In mid-January 2026, X announced restrictions. The company banned the generation of sexualized images of real people and limited the feature in regions where it violates the law.
Elon Musk steps in : The founder of xAI claims Grok generally refuses illegal requests. He warned that creators of illicit content would face the same penalties as for direct uploads.
Investigations multiply : Ofcom opened proceedings in the UK under the Online Safety Act. In California, the attorney general is examining a potential violation of local law.
A highly publicized lawsuit : Influencer Ashley St. Clair filed a civil action, accusing X of hosting explicit deepfakes created from her photos.
Why it's important : The Grok affair exposes a gaping fault line between rapid innovation and responsibility. It is a reminder that AI without guardrails can industrialize abuse at scale. It now forces regulators and platforms to choose between the technological race and the protection of individuals, especially minors. This massive drift brutally reignites the debate over safeguards in generative AI.
3️⃣ Artists send out a final SOS in the face of AI
The summary : Nearly 800 artists, authors, actors, and musicians are issuing a collective warning against the practices of artificial intelligence companies. United under the campaign “Stealing Is Not Innovation,” they accuse generative AI giants of massively exploiting protected works without authorization or compensation. Behind the prestigious signatures lies a shared fear: seeing human creativity diluted in an ocean of mediocre, artificial content.
Details :
A coalition of famous names : Cate Blanchett, Scarlett Johansson, George Saunders, Jodi Picoult, Cyndi Lauper, R.E.M., Billy Corgan, and The Roots are among the signatories, lending strong symbolic weight to the movement.
A striking number : Around 800 creatives denounce what they describe as “large-scale theft,” pointing to the massive copying of online content used to train generative AI models.
A toxic ecosystem : These practices fuel disinformation, deepfakes, and a flood of low-quality artificial content bluntly described as “AI slop.”
The Human Artistry Campaign as conductor : The campaign is led by an alliance including the RIAA, sports unions, and artist organizations such as SAG-AFTRA, with full-page ads planned across media outlets and social networks.
Licensing as a possible compromise : Creators are calling for clear licensing agreements, a strict legal framework, and the explicit right to refuse the use of their works for AI training.
A battle that is also political : At the federal level, Donald Trump and his tech allies are seeking to limit state regulation of AI, while the industry multiplies licensing deals, particularly in music and media.
Why it's important : This standoff reveals a central fracture: without solid rules, AI risks impoverishing the very creativity it claims to extend. Between innovation and plunder, artists remind us that technological progress is worthless if it erases those who create.
4️⃣ Optimus: a humanoid robot on sale as early as 2027?
The summary : Elon Musk claims that the humanoid robot Optimus will be offered for sale to the public by the end of next year. The Tesla CEO once again unveiled this spectacular promise on the stage of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. Ambitious and true to Musk’s style, the announcement blends futuristic vision, a flexible timeline, and the contagious enthusiasm of financial markets.
Details :
An all-purpose humanoid : According to Musk, Optimus would be capable of performing nearly all tasks a human can do, thanks to advanced autonomy and versatile capabilities that remain largely theoretical.
The safety clause : The CEO notes that commercialization will depend on achieving a “very high” level of reliability, safety, and functionality. This requirement leaves the door open to a delay until 2027.
Limited evidence : Musk claims the robots are already performing simple tasks in Tesla factories, without public demonstrations to back it up, while past presentations have often disappointed.
A weakened project : Milan Kovac, head of the Optimus program, recently left Tesla, adding uncertainty to an already fragile development.
Markets applaud : Following the announcement, Tesla’s stock rose by more than 3%, buoyed by investors’ persistent optimism.
Another promise on wheels : Musk also confirmed that the Cybercab will enter production in April, with a stated goal of producing 2 million vehicles per year, despite doubts about demand for this two-seater model without a steering wheel.
Why it's important : These announcements illustrate the Musk strategy: projecting Tesla into a future dominated by robots and autonomous vehicles. Between industrial vision and risky bets, Optimus embodies both technological audacity and the fragility of promises made too quickly.
5️⃣ For Palantir, AI makes immigration unnecessary
The summary : Alex Karp stated that the maturation of artificial intelligence will make mass immigration unnecessary. The CEO of Palantir Technologies Inc. argues that AI will create an abundance of jobs available to locally trained citizens. The statement immediately sparked debate and criticism when he made it before a Swiss audience at the World Economic Forum on January 20, 2026.
Details :
“Niche” immigration : The head of Palantir now envisions immigration only for ultra-specialized profiles. In his view, automation makes all other labor market needs obsolete.
Elites on the front line : Holding a PhD in philosophy, Karp believes so-called “elite” white-collar workers will be hit first by waves of job cuts, while skilled manual workers will hold out longer.
A fortune that weighs in : Forbes estimates Alex Karp’s personal wealth at around $14.3 billion, a detail not lost on media critics.
A tense dialogue : His 30-minute discussion with Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock Inc., triggered strong reactions, with some outlets denouncing a disconnect from social realities.
Palantir and immigration : Although Karp insists Palantir’s technology does not target migrants, its software has supported ICE in large-scale deportation operations in the United States.
Opposing visions : In Davos, Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic PBC, contradicted Karp, emphasizing the decline of technical jobs and the expected rise of critical thinking.
Why it's important : This stance crystallizes a central question: will AI truly redistribute work, or will it simply shift social fault lines, caught between technological promises and human realities?
❤️ Tool of the Week : Me Meme (Google Photos)
Google is testing a new AI feature that is as harmless as it is effective: Me Meme, a meme generator built directly into Google Photos. The idea is simple: use a photo of yourself to create a personalized meme in just a few seconds, ready to share. No third-party app needed, everything happens inside the Google ecosystem
What is it for ?
Quickly creating memes featuring a synthetic version of yourself, using existing templates or imported images, for personal, social, or purely playful uses. Yet another demonstration of Google’s strategy: slipping AI into the most everyday behaviors.
How to use it
In Google Photos, simply open the Create tab, select Me Meme, then choose a template and a reference photo. The result can be regenerated if needed. Google recommends well-lit, front-facing portraits. The feature is still experimental and is rolling out gradually on Android and iOS.
💙 Video of the Week : AGI, the great divide between AI researchers and executives
At the Davos Forum, two visions of artificial intelligence clashed head-on. On one side, Demis Hassabis and Yann LeCun tempered the promises surrounding AGI, reminding audiences that current models are still far from intelligence truly comparable to that of humans.
On the other, Dario Amodei and Sam Altman announced an AI capable of replacing entire professions and producing Nobel-level science in the very near future.
The video captures a rare moment where fundamental research, business interests, and communication strategies no longer tell the same story at all. It raises a simple but explosive question: are LLMs a step toward AGI, or a spectacular dead end?
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