Here are the current technology news, AI developments, and trending tools on January 7, 2026:
Tech News and AI Developments
- IBM and The All England Lawn Tennis Club announced a multi-year extension of their technology partnership.
- xAI raised $20 billion from investors, including Nvidia and Cisco, with the startup reportedly valued at about $230 billion.
- Siemens and NVIDIA expanded their partnership to create an Industrial AI operating system that connects design, manufacturing, automation, and digital twins.
- Samsung outlined how FAST channels, creator-led content, and live interactive experiences are shaping the future of television at CES 2026.
- Intel confirmed plans for a handheld gaming platform with a dedicated chip based on Panther Lake Core Series 3 processors.
Trending AI Tools
- KlingAI – a next-generation video creator developed by the Chinese tech giant Kuaishou, which enables users to generate high-quality videos from text or images with professional motion and camera effects.
- Luma AI – a powerful creation tool that transforms photos and videos into detailed 3D assets, realistic scenes, and cinematic video outputs.
- Phrasly AI – a writing platform designed to support creators, students, and professionals by offering a suite of tools, including content generation, AI “humanizing,” and AI detection.
- Nano Banana – a powerful AI image editor that eliminates the hassle of photo editing.
- Chai AI – a platform that enables users to interact with AI-powered chatbots without requiring specialized software.
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