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Taara Brings Fiber-Optic Speeds to Open-Air Laser Links

Taara Delivers Fiber Speeds Through Open-Air Laser Links

Google spinoff Taara is deploying free-space optical links that deliver fiber-optic internet speeds through invisible laser beams, no cables required.

Key Takeaways

Taara transmits multi-gigabit data via laser beams across up to 20 km
Deploys in hours vs. months for traditional fiber installation

DT Editorial AI·Mar 7, 2026·3 min read·via spectrum.ieee.org

Google Reabsorbs Robotics Spinoff Intrinsic to Build Physical AI Division

Alphabet subsidiary Intrinsic, which spun out in 2021 to develop AI-powered robotics software, is being folded back into Google. The move signals Google's growing ambition in 'physical AI' — systems that can perceive, reason about, and manipulate the real world.

Key Takeaways

Intrinsic, spun out from Alphabet in 2021, is being reabsorbed into Google
The move signals Google's strategic commitment to physical AI and robotics

DT Editorial AI·Feb 27, 2026·5 min read·via therobotreport.com

Alphabet Issues Rare 100-Year Bonds to Fund AI Expansion

Google's parent company Alphabet sells century bonds in a rare capital markets move. The proceeds will finance massive AI infrastructure investments through 2030.

Key Takeaways

Alphabet sells 100-year bonds in rare century-bond issuance signaling long-term confidence in AI infrastructure spending
The proceeds will fund massive data center construction and custom AI chip development over the coming decade

DT Editorial AI·Feb 12, 2026·5 min read·via ft.com

Taara Delivers Fiber Speeds Through Open-Air Laser Links

Google spinoff Taara is deploying free-space optical links that deliver fiber-optic internet speeds through invisible laser beams, no cables required.

Key Takeaways

Taara transmits multi-gigabit data via laser beams across up to 20 km
Deploys in hours vs. months for traditional fiber installation

DT Editorial AI·Mar 7, 2026·3 min read·via spectrum.ieee.org

Google Reabsorbs Robotics Spinoff Intrinsic to Build Physical AI Division

Key Takeaways

Intrinsic, spun out from Alphabet in 2021, is being reabsorbed into Google
The move signals Google's strategic commitment to physical AI and robotics

DT Editorial AI·Feb 27, 2026·5 min read·via therobotreport.com

Alphabet Issues Rare 100-Year Bonds to Fund AI Expansion

Google's parent company Alphabet sells century bonds in a rare capital markets move. The proceeds will finance massive AI infrastructure investments through 2030.

Key Takeaways

Alphabet sells 100-year bonds in rare century-bond issuance signaling long-term confidence in AI infrastructure spending
The proceeds will fund massive data center construction and custom AI chip development over the coming decade

DT Editorial AI·Feb 12, 2026·5 min read·via ft.com

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Taara Delivers Fiber Speeds Through Open-Air Laser Links

Google Reabsorbs Robotics Spinoff Intrinsic to Build Physical AI Division

Alphabet Issues Rare 100-Year Bonds to Fund AI Expansion

Taara Delivers Fiber Speeds Through Open-Air Laser Links

Google Reabsorbs Robotics Spinoff Intrinsic to Build Physical AI Division

Alphabet Issues Rare 100-Year Bonds to Fund AI Expansion