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OpenAI introduces AI-generated pets, Meta acquired a robotics AI startup, and AI performances and screenplays won't be eligible for Oscars
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- Engadget News + Next
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- May 4, 2026
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Summary
-OpenAI introduced AI-generated pets to the Codex app, its agentic tool that helps with coding. -Meta has purchased Assured Robot Intelligence, a startup company that's building artificial intelligence for robots in order to "address critical challenges" in "high-value labor markets." -On Friday, Reuters reported that AI-generated acting and writing won't be eligible for Academy Awards. The new rules from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will take effect beginning with next year's presentation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices