Artificial Intelligence:
1. Google launches Gemini 4 Argon.
2. DeepSeek open-sources Ascend foundational components.
3. According to the Wall Street Journal: Nvidia, Meta, and other AI giants question Anthropic's "overly warning" approach.
4. WeChat: The new version of WorkBuddy now supports generating, previewing, and publishing mini-programs using natural language.
5. Kimi K3 connects to the OpenAI Codex enterprise channel, marking the first time a large Chinese model has entered OpenAI's enterprise payment settlement system.
6. The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) launches a comprehensive investigation into Anthropic, OpenAI, and other super-intelligent models.
Integrated Circuits (Chips):
1. Applied Materials and Kioxia collaborate at the EPIC Center to develop next-generation advanced memory technology.
2. Micron's first-quarter revenue guidance exceeded expectations, citing unprecedented demand driven by the rapid development of artificial intelligence.
Other:
1. South Korean Customs: South Korean semiconductor exports hit a record high in September.
2. Meta reportedly applied for a large R&D tax credit through its AI data center.
3. It is reported that Apple will make a major foray into the smart home market on October 13.