Proxy News Today — September 24, 2026

The pace of innovation in AI and agent economy is accelerating rapidly, with major players unveiling new products and making significant breakthroughs. Meta is pushing the boundaries of wearable technology with its new Tamagotchi-like wearable for its Muse AI agent, which is likely to change the way we interact with AI assistants. In a related move, Meta has also introduced camera-free AI glasses, further expanding its portfolio of AI-powered devices. Meanwhile, Anthropic's biology lab has made a significant discovery, highlighting the potential for AI to drive scientific progress in various fields.

As AI-powered devices become increasingly ubiquitous, companies are also focusing on improving the user experience and accessibility of their products. Microsoft's new Surface Mouse, with its haptic feedback and customizable action button, is a case in point. Additionally, startups like Modal Motors are working to disrupt traditional supply chains, in this case, trying to reduce dependence on Chinese electric motor manufacturers. On the infrastructure side, there's a growing push for greater transparency and accountability in the data center industry, with California leading the charge to make these facilities more transparent, often referred to as "black boxes". These developments underscore the rapid evolution of the AI and agent economy, with significant implications for various sectors and industries.

Today's signal:
• Meta made a Tamagotchi-like wearable for its Muse AI agent (techcrunch.com)
• Meta introduces camera-free AI glasses (techcrunch.com)
• Anthropic says its biology lab has already found something big (techcrunch.com)
• Microsoft’s new Surface Mouse has haptic feedback and a customizable action button (theverge.com)
• Modal Motors is trying to cut China out of electric motors entirely (techcrunch.com)
• Data centers are black boxes, but California wants to change that (theverge.com)