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Asus chases Elgato with its own secondary touchscreen display

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Asus’s latest gaming monitor is a little smaller than usual. The ROG Strix XG129C, announced on Friday, is a 12.3-inch touchscreen IPS display that’s intended to be a sidekick for a larger main monitor, similar to the 14.1-inch secondary display in the 2020 Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo 15. It’s a slightly smaller competitor to Corsair’s Xeneon Edge, which has a 14.5-inch display, but the same 720p resolution.

Asus says the XG129C covers 125 percent of the sRGB color gamut and 90 percent of the DCI-P3 color gamut. It also comes with a one-year subscription for the hardware monitoring tool AIDA64 Extreme, which would usually cost $65. Besides acting as a performance monitor for your PC, sidekick displays like this can also be handy as an extension for streaming or editing setups, much like Elgato’s Stream Deck.

Along with the little XG129C, Asus also announced the ROG Strix OLED XG34WCDMS, a 34-inch RGB Tandem QD-OLED gaming monitor. It features a 280Hz refresh rate and a 3440 x 1440p resolution, and, according to Asus, covers 99 percent of the DCI-P3 color gamut. Asus has not yet officially announced pricing for either display.

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Fox News AI Newsletter: How Disney fans will experience AI

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IN TODAY’S NEWSLETTER:

— Disney CEO unveils entertainment giant’s new 3-pillar growth plan

— Warning about AI-driven bank account hacks

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— Inside China’s AI ‘wolf pack’ drones built with Taiwan conflict in mind

CUSTOMER FOCUS: Disney CEO unveils entertainment giant’s new 3-pillar growth plan – New Disney CEO Josh D’Amaro outlined a new growth strategy for the entertainment giant as the company announced its quarterly results, which includes a focus on investing in content as well as technology.

TECH CHECK: Trump admin to review AI models from Google, Microsoft, xAI ahead of public release – The Trump administration is preparing to review new artificial intelligence models from major tech companies like Google, Microsoft and xAI ahead of their public releases to ensure safety and regulatory compliance.

EVOLVING THREAT: Treasury Secretary Bessent warns Americans about AI-driven bank account hacks as threats rapidly evolve – Treasury Secretary Bessent is warning Americans about the growing danger of artificial intelligence-driven bank account hacks.

‘GOLDILOCKS’: IBM CEO Arvind Krishna warns Washington must find middle ground on AI regulation – IBM CEO Arvind Krishna is issuing a strong warning to Washington lawmakers, arguing that they must find a “Goldilocks” middle ground regarding artificial intelligence regulation to carefully balance industry innovation with consumer safety.

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MACHINE WARFARE: Inside China’s AI ‘wolf pack’ drones built with Taiwan conflict in mind – China is developing AI-enabled robotic “wolf packs” designed to scout, supply and potentially support combat operations alongside troops in a future war — including a possible invasion of Taiwan — according to a new report.

FDD report warns China is preparing to reimagine warfare with its ‘robot wolf.’ (VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

HIDDEN RISKS: AI exposes US military supply chain tied to China – Fox Business media coverage highlights a concerning new analysis showing how artificial intelligence has exposed major hidden risks and critical vulnerabilities within the United States military supply chain that are directly tied to China.

RED LINE: China blocks Meta AI deal over security concerns – China blocked a major artificial intelligence deal involving tech giant Meta, with the government citing ongoing national security concerns over the advanced technology integration.

‘ART’IFICIAL IDEAS: How AI exposure is reshaping jobs in creative fields – Fox Business explores the significant workplace shifts currently underway in the technology sector, detailing exactly how growing artificial intelligence exposure is fundamentally reshaping roles and expectations across various creative fields.

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JUST LIKE US: Former LSU coach Brian Kelly uses AI to prepare for job interviews – Former LSU football coach Brian Kelly is reportedly using artificial intelligence to help prepare for upcoming job interviews, proving he faces the same modern challenges as the rest of the workforce.

DIGITAL DEXTERITY: New AI ‘brain’ lets robots move like humans – Engineers and researchers have successfully developed a groundbreaking new artificial intelligence “brain” that allows advanced robots to move, learn and navigate their environments much more seamlessly like actual humans.

Genesis AI says its robotic hand can learn from human motion data to complete detailed, multistep tasks such as cooking an omelet. (Genesis AI)

FINANCIAL PROPOSITION: Bay Area banker wants to swap his $8M estate for AI company stock – A Bay Area banker wants to swap his luxurious $8 million real estate property entirely for valuable stock in a booming artificial intelligence company.

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The Steam Controller’s reservation queue is open

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After quickly selling out of the Steam Controller on May 4th, Valve has launched a reservation system to ensure that you can get one without too much hassle. You may not get one as quickly as you’d like to, but at least you can now easily reserve the $99 controller.

If your Steam account is in good standing, and you’ve purchased something on the account before April 27th of this year, you’ll be able to reserve one. Essentially, this will hold your place in line for future restocks. Once a controller is available for you, you’ll get an email prompting you to purchase. You’ll have 72 hours to purchase your Steam Controller before it gets offered to the next person in the queue.

Ahead of its launch, Valve told The Verge that it had significant supply ready for its debut, but it didn’t know exactly how much demand there would be for the controller. Clearly, there wasn’t enough stock to meet demand. But at least now you’re able to join the line to get one instead of hoping you’ll be among the first to buy from a restock.

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Air travel already feels automated in many ways. You scan your ticket, drop your bag and move along. Now, another part of the airport experience is starting to change.

At Haneda Airport, one of the busiest airports in Japan, humanoid robots are preparing to join ground crews. The effort comes from Japan Airlines, which plans to test machines that can help move baggage and cargo right on the tarmac.

The project brings together Japan Airlines’ ground service teams and GMO AI & Robotics, a robotics business within GMO Internet Group, to test how these systems could fit into real airport operations.

The long-term goal is to support a more sustainable way to run airport operations as demand continues to grow.

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Japan Airlines plans to test humanoid robots at Haneda Airport to help ground crews move baggage and cargo on the tarmac. (Kurt “Cyberguy” Knutsson)

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Why airports are turning to humanoid robots

Airports are under pressure from two directions at once. Passenger numbers keep rising, while the number of available workers is shrinking.

Japan is feeling that squeeze more than most. Tourism continues to surge, yet the working-age population is declining. That creates a gap that is hard to fill with traditional hiring alone. Japan Airlines employs thousands of ground crew workers, highlighting the scale of the challenge.

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Instead of redesigning airport systems from scratch, companies are exploring humanoid robots that can fit into existing workflows. A robot shaped like a person can move through the same spaces, use the same equipment and work alongside human crews without major changes.

 

The humanoid robot handling airport baggage

The machines being tested come from Unitree Robotics. One model, known as the G1, is compact enough to move through tight spaces yet capable of lifting and pushing cargo. It stands a little over four feet tall and weighs about 77 pounds. The design folds for storage, which matters in crowded airport environments.

What makes it useful isn’t size alone. The robot uses sensors like 3D LiDAR and depth cameras to understand its surroundings. It can recognize objects, adjust its movement and even respond to voice input.

During a recent demonstration, the robot pushed cargo onto a conveyor belt and signaled to a nearby worker. That interaction may sound small, yet it shows how machines and humans can coordinate in real time. These early demonstrations are designed to evaluate how robots can safely assist in real airport conditions rather than operate independently.

 

How humanoid robots learn to handle baggage

Before a robot ever touches a suitcase, it spends time in a virtual world. Engineers create a digital version of the machine and train it using simulations. Nvidia provides tools like Isaac Simulator, where robots practice tasks again and again without real-world risk.

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Motion capture data helps the robot copy human movement. Then reinforcement learning refines those actions through repetition. Once the system performs reliably in simulation, the behavior transfers to the physical robot. This process, often called Sim2Real, helps reduce mistakes when the robot enters a busy environment like an airport.

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Japan Airlines and GMO AI & Robotics are testing whether humanoid robots can safely support real airport ground operations. (Kurt “Cyberguy” Knutsson)

 

What humanoid robots will and will not do on airport tarmacs

Even as automation expands, airlines are drawing clear boundaries. Robots are expected to take on repetitive, physically demanding tasks. That includes moving baggage, loading cargo and assisting with equipment.

In the future, they could also support a wider range of tasks, such as cabin cleaning or operating certain types of ground support equipment. GMO AI & Robotics also sees workers shifting toward supervision, decision-making and robot management as the technology matures.

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Still, critical responsibilities remain with people. Airports are busy, unpredictable environments where workers, aircraft and ground equipment operate close together. For now, the goal is to learn where humanoid robots can safely help crews while reducing physical strain.

 

The bigger picture for humanoid robots in airports

Attempts to automate airport work are not new. Traditional robots have struggled in unpredictable settings where objects move, people walk through work zones and conditions change quickly. Humanoid robots offer a different approach. Their human-like form lets them adapt without requiring major infrastructure changes.

Japan’s trial will run through 2028, giving airlines time to evaluate performance and refine how these machines fit into daily operations. The rollout is expected to follow a phased approach, starting with observation and testing before expanding into more practical use cases. If the results hold up, similar systems could appear in airports around the world.

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Humanoid robots could eventually help airports handle baggage faster, reduce worker strain and support busier travel schedules. (Kurt “Cyberguy” Knutsson)

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What this means to you

If you fly in the U.S., you likely will not see robots on the tarmac tomorrow. Still, what happens in Japan could signal where airports everywhere are headed. If these trials work, similar systems could show up at major U.S. airports. That could mean faster baggage handling and fewer delays during busy travel periods.

It could also change working conditions for airport crews. Robots may take on the heaviest lifting, which could reduce injuries and make jobs more sustainable over time. At the same time, new questions will follow. Airlines will need to prove these systems are safe, reliable and ready for real-world pressure before expanding them across busy U.S. airports.

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Kurt’s key takeaways

Robots moving baggage on an airport tarmac may take a minute to get used to. Still, it makes more sense once you understand the reason behind the trial. Airports are getting busier, and ground crews are already doing tough physical work under real pressure. If these robots can safely take on some of the heaviest stuff, they could give workers more support and help flights move more smoothly. The real test will be how well people and machines work together when the airport is busy and every minute matters.

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