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OpenAI introduces zero data retention for enterprises, Google debuts a Gemini student hub, Unitree Robotics hits a $50 billion IPO, AI targets industrial controllers, and Atoms raises $1.7 billion.

1. OpenAI introduces zero data retention policy for enterprise customers — OpenAI is offering a new policy and private safety processing system to ensure compliance without storing enterprise data. This strategic move directly targets corporate users with strict privacy requirements.
2. Google rolls out dedicated Gemini student hub and study notebooks — Google has launched educational AI tools including study notebooks and quiz generators. The update aims to capture the student demographic and compete with OpenAI in academia.
3. Unitree Robotics reaches $50 billion valuation following Shanghai IPO — The humanoid robot manufacturer saw its shares surge 460 percent during its IPO. However, reports suggest state-backed training centers purchasing robots and selling back training data may fuel this demand.
4. US federal agencies warn of AI exploits targeting industrial controllers — The NSA, CISA, and FBI report attackers are using AI to generate exploit scripts for Siemens S7 controllers. This development lowers the skill threshold required to compromise critical infrastructure.
5. Travis Kalanick raises $1.7 billion for robotics company Atoms — Former Uber CEO Travis Kalanick secured $1.7 billion for his new physical AI and robotics startup. The funding round underscores the continuous flow of capital into robotics development.

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