AI News - January 13, 2026
OpenAI Acquires Health Tech Company Torch
OpenAI has purchased Torch, a health tech startup, for $100 million. This acquisition underscores OpenAI's expanding focus on the healthcare industry by integrating technology with medical processes.
Google's Gemini AI Partners with Retailers for Shopping
Google has extended its Gemini AI model to enhance e-commerce capabilities by forming strategic partnerships with major retailers like Walmart, Shopify, and Wayfair. This move aims to revolutionize online shopping experiences using AI.
Meta's 'Meta Compute' AI Infrastructure Initiative
Meta unveiled a comprehensive infrastructure initiative named 'Meta Compute' to generate tens of gigawatts of AI capacity. This initiative aims to strengthen Meta's footing in AI technology over the next decade.
Nvidia and Eli Lilly Invest in AI Drug Discovery Lab
Nvidia has allied with Eli Lilly, together investing $1 billion in a San Francisco AI lab dedicated to accelerating drug discovery. This collaboration embodies a technological leap in pharmaceutical research.
Anthropic Settles Copyright Lawsuit for $1.5 Billion
Anthropic has reached a landmark $1.5 billion settlement with book authors over the unauthorized use of material in AI training. This settlement marks a significant precedent for legal issues within the AI industry.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems and AI for Fusion Energy
In collaboration with Nvidia and Siemens, Commonwealth Fusion Systems is leveraging AI to advance nuclear fusion tech through a 'digital twin' concept. This partnership may accelerate breakthroughs in clean energy innovation.