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“The New York Times” Focuses on Chinese AI Short Dramas: $30/Minute Disrupts Film and Television Production Chains
According to a report by The New York Times on May 4th, until recently, producing a popular micro-short drama in China required hiring actors, renting sets, and spending weeks on filming and editing. However, now, some Chinese companies are mass-producing these short dramas at a cost of $30 per minute, without the need for cameras, crews, or real actors.
U.S. AI User Survey Reveals 80% of Wealthy Individuals Use Claude
A survey by EpochAI and Ipsos shows that 80% of Claude’s weekly active users in the U.S. come from households with an annual income of over $100,000. AI assistants are becoming stratified by price, access, and work scenarios, with high-income users being the first to access higher-tier AI services. A national U.S. survey has revealed differences in user profiles among major flagship large language models.
Jia Yueting: EAI Robot Shipped 46 Units in April, Cumulative Shipments Reach 68 Units
On May 4th, Jia Yueting released FF's 53rd weekly business report, disclosing the latest progress of its EAI robot business. Data shows that EAI Robot shipped 46 units in April, with a cumulative shipment of 68 units and positive gross profit delivered for single products. The current plan is to accelerate delivery in May and strive for a first-phase delivery target of 200 units.
Trump: U.S. Launch of Freedom of Navigation Operation in the Strait of Hormuz to Begin Monday Morning (Middle East Time)
U.S. President Trump stated on social media that countries around the world – the vast majority of which have not been involved in the current open, intense, and well-known Middle East conflict – have asked the U.S. for assistance in rescuing their ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. These countries were originally unrelated to the matter, merely neutral and innocent bystanders.
Japan Develops Cardboard Military Drone, Assembling in 5 Minutes at a Cost of $3,000
The conflicts in Ukraine and Iran have provided profound lessons for modern military forces: inexpensive, disposable drones deployed on a large scale can rival expensive precision weapons in strategic value. A Japanese startup is taking this logic to new heights by replacing traditional composite material bodies with corrugated cardboard.
Steam Machine May Soon Fully Support HDMI 2.1
Players may recall that AMD previously attempted to push the HDMI Forum (HDMI standards organization) to approve open-source support for HDMI 2.1 on Linux, but was strongly rejected. However, the situation now appears to be different.
Apple's R&D Investment Breaks Records: Quarterly Increase of 34% to Catch Up with the Industry
According to 9to5mac, Apple has officially released its fiscal 2026 Q2 financial report. The report shows that the company achieved double-digit year-on-year revenue growth, while R&D investment reached a historic breakthrough, with quarterly R&D expenses hitting a new high. Funds are heavily focused on the development of artificial intelligence technology to fully catch up with the pace of AI development in the industry.
No. 53 Debise Regrettably Withdraws from Race, Zhang Xue Responds: Mechanical Failure, Anything Can Happen in Racing
Tonight, the second race of the World Superbike Championship (WSBK) Hungarian round took place. Unfortunately, No. 53 French rider Valentin Debise of Chinese motorcycle manufacturer Zhang Xue Racing withdrew from the race shortly after the start.
Micron CEO: AI is Still in Early Stages, Storage Supply Remains Tight
If you're waiting for storage product prices to drop, Micron CEO Sanjay Mehrotra's latest statements may disappoint you. He believes that price reductions are unlikely in the short term, and the market is still far from returning to normal. Mehrotra pointed out in an interview that the current AI wave is still in its early stages. With the rise of AI assistants, faster and larger capacity storage devices have become strategic assets to support AI's full potential. This surge in demand has fundamentally changed the supply and demand structure of the storage market.
The Y-20B with a Pure "Chinese Heart" Debuts, Domestically Developed Turbofan 20 Engine Breaks Foreign Dependence
Recently, the Y-20B, a new and improved model of the Y-20 family, officially debuted. This highly anticipated strategic asset has been equipped with a truly Chinese heart, marking a new era of self-reliance for China's strategic transport capabilities. The biggest and most core upgrade of the Y-20B lies in the complete replacement with a domestically produced high-bypass ratio engine, which not only gives the aircraft more powerful propulsion but also completely solves the long-standing predicament of relying on imports for key core components.
Huang Renxun: NVIDIA's China Market Share Has Dropped to Zero, U.S. Export Controls Are Counterproductive
NVIDIA CEO Huang Renxun recently revealed a shocking piece of news, stating that NVIDIA's share of the Chinese artificial intelligence accelerator market has fallen to zero. This statement quickly sparked widespread discussion in the global technology industry. Huang Renxun frankly pointed out that abandoning such a large and complete market as China is extremely unreasonable strategically for a tech giant.
Don't Raise or Touch This Snail: 1-Year-Old Child Develops Severe Encephalitis After Contact
A recent case in Shenzhen has drawn attention to a 1-year-old girl who developed a persistent high fever after contact with a large snail while playing in her community, ultimately being diagnosed with severe encephalitis caused by "Guangzhou Tubarialiasis." The child underwent six months of standard treatment before being able to stop medication, but still requires long-term follow-up observation.
Paying Homage to Classic Consoles: LEGO and SEGA Collaborate on a SEGA Genesis Block Set
Renowned toy manufacturer LEGO and classic game developer SEGA have reached a deep collaboration to jointly launch a commemorative SEGA Genesis console block set, planned for official global release this June.
Meta Acquires Robotics Company ARI, Positioning Itself for Embodied Intelligence and Aiming to Become an Industry "Brain"
Tech giant Meta continues its strategy of expansion through acquisitions, this time focusing on the humanoid robotics sector. Meta has completed a full acquisition of robotics AI startup AssuredRobotIntelligence (ARI), a move seen as a key step in its layout for embodied intelligence.
Yu'ebao Yield Falls Below 1% - Daily Income of 10,000 Yuan is Only About 2 Mao
As the largest money market fund in the entire market, Tianhong Yu'ebao's 7-day annualized yield has reported 0.999%, officially falling below the key psychological threshold of 1%. According to the latest data calculations, a yield falling below 1% means that the daily income for every 10,000 yuan held is less than 0.27 yuan.
Zhang Xue Publicly Appeals for Respect Towards All Brands After Last-20-Second Comeback Victory
In last night's WSBK Hungary WorldSSP race, Zhang Xue's French rider Valentin Debise overtook two Yamahas in the final 20 seconds to secure the Chinese manufacturer's third race win of the season.
First Day Grosses $200 Million: "The Devil Wears Prada 2" Box Office Explodes, Original Cast Surpasses Previous Work
Twenty years later, Miranda Priestly and Andy Sachs are finally reunited on the big screen. "The Devil Wears Prada 2" premiered in North America and globally on April 30th, with stunning opening results, becoming the most anticipated female-themed sequel during the May Day holiday.
Grok Voice Mode Coming to Apple CarPlay, in Final Stages of Release Preparation
Apple CarPlay is taking a significant step in functional expansion by beginning to support AI chatbots. The third application set to join this update is attracting considerable attention – it's Grok. A placeholder application for Apple CarPlay has quietly appeared in the latest iPhone version of the Grok app.
Report Claims Remakes of Halo 2 and Halo 3 Have Begun
According to industry insider RebsGaming, Halo Studios has officially started development of remakes for the remaining two titles in the original Halo trilogy, in addition to the remake of *Halo: Combat Evolved*. Following the announcement of *Halo: Combat Evolved* in late 2025, rumors and speculation about remakes of *Halo 2* and *Halo 3* have been rampant. It's worth noting that *Halo: Combat Evolved* was also leaked by multiple industry insiders several months before its official announcement.
WeChat Input Method Tests Air Transfer Function: Supports Cross-Device Instant Transfer of Images and Files
According to user feedback, the iOS and Windows versions of the WeChat Input Method are currently testing a new "Air Transfer" function, further strengthening cross-device file transfer capabilities. It is reported that the original cross-device paste synchronization function has been renamed "Cross-Device Paste Transfer," and "Air Transfer" has been added on top of that.
Alphabet's Market Value Reaches $4.6 Trillion, Poised to Surpass NVIDIA
Boosted by better-than-expected earnings, Alphabet's stock surged 10% on Thursday (April 30th), with a year-to-date increase of 140%, pushing its market value past $4.6 trillion. The company's revenue, announced on Wednesday, exceeded analyst expectations, with Google Cloud revenue surpassing $20 billion.
World's First Olfactory Map Unveiled, Overturning 30 Years of Cognition
A recent study published in *Cell* reveals how approximately 1100 olfactory receptors expressed on sensory neurons are strictly regulated and spatially ordered within the epithelial tissue of the nasal cavity. Another study published concurrently provides a complementary map detailing the expression of olfactory receptors in the olfactory epithelium and their neural connections to the olfactory bulb of the brain.
Doubao Second-Generation AI Phone to Launch in First Half of 2026, Featuring Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
According to blogger "Wisdom Chip Insider," the second-generation Doubao AI phone is expected to launch in the first half of 2026, with its core upgrade being the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3. Combined with previous reports, the second-generation Doubao AI phone will still be jointly developed by ByteDance and ZTE.
Understanding the Gap Between DeepSeek V4 and Top US AI Models in One Chart: 8 Months Behind
Fast Technology News reported on May 3rd that the DeepSeekV4 series of large models was officially released on April 24th, 15 months after the update of DeepSeekR1 last year. The performance of V4 has sparked discussions both domestically and internationally, with Americans also showing great interest.
Internet Speed of 260Mbps: NASA's Artemis II Transmits 484GB of Data from the Moon
NASA successfully completed the Artemis II mission in April, achieving a crewed lunar orbit for the first time in decades. The communication technology used was significantly advanced, transmitting 484GB of data. With the Moon 380,000 kilometers from Earth, a robust communication system is crucial, and NASA utilized a laser communication system called O2O, developed over more than ten years, which set a record for Earth-Moon communication speed in 2013.
35 Years Later, "A Better Tomorrow" Premieres in Mainland China: 4K Restoration, Reuniting the Iconic Cast of Leslie Cheung and Chow Yun-fat
After 35 years, the classic Hong Kong film "A Better Tomorrow" premieres on mainland China's big screens today, featuring the rare pairing of Chow Yun-fat, Leslie Cheung, and Cherie Chung. This release is a 4K high-definition restoration, offering simultaneous screenings in Mandarin and Cantonese. "A Better Tomorrow" was originally released in Hong Kong on February 2, 1991, directed by John Woo, and starring Chow Yun-fat, Leslie Cheung, and Cherie Chung.
Microsoft Strongly Pushes for 32GB of RAM for Gaming, Post Deleted After Backlash
Recently, Microsoft released updated recommendations for gaming PC memory configuration in a support document, sparking widespread discussion among players. Microsoft stated that 16GB of RAM remains the basic requirement for 2026, but 32GB has become the "worry-free standard," especially for multitasking gaming scenarios.
Well-Known Esports Player Engages in Racial Discrimination: Chinese Tournament Adopts Zero Tolerance, Announces Immediate Ban
Recently, the Hero Asia Championship (ACL) organized by a Chinese enterprise issued an announcement banning 21-year-old Jordanian professional player BOROS for making racially discriminatory remarks. It is reported that players previously exposed demo footage of him from FACEIT ladder matches, accusing Boros of using discriminatory language.
Players Criticize Western Game Actors, Highlighting Differences in Professionalism Between East and West
A recent comparison of actors involved in Eastern and Western video games has gone viral on social media, sparking widespread attention and heated discussion among global gamers. The post contrasted the responses of the body model for the character Eva in "Sword and Fairy" with the voice actress for the new hero Ramattra in "Overwatch," highlighting their differing attitudes towards their roles and igniting a public outcry.
Maryland Becomes First State to Ban Grocery Store Surveillance Pricing
Maryland has become the first U.S. state to prohibit surveillance pricing in grocery stores. The state law prevents grocery stores and third-party delivery services from using personal data to set higher prices. Governor Wes Moore signed the measure into law on Tuesday.
