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Today's top stories
Updated Feb 01, 2026
Top industry headlines for today (with MIM angles you can use in updates):
1. Nvidia CEO pushes back against report that his company’s $100B OpenAI investment has stalled (TechCrunch AI)
2. A peek inside Physical Intelligence, the startup building Silicon Valley’s buzziest robot brains (TechCrunch AI)
3. OpenClaw’s AI assistants are now building their own social network (TechCrunch AI)
4. In the News: Treating the Whole Person with Wellvolution (blue shield news)
5. In the News: Blue Shield of California Collaborates With Google Cloud in Pilot to Streamline Prior Authorization for Members, Providers (blue shield news)
Nvidia CEO pushes back against report that his company’s $100B OpenAI investment has stalled
TechCrunch AI - Jan 31, 2026
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that a recent report of friction between his company and OpenAI was “nonsense.”
MIM take: Nvidia's strong rebuttal of the stalled investment narrative highlights the importance of clear communication in partnerships. Agency owners should consider how narratives can impact stakeholder confidence and market perceptions.
A peek inside Physical Intelligence, the startup building Silicon Valley’s buzziest robot brains
TechCrunch AI - Jan 31, 2026
If co-founder Lachy Groom has any doubts, he doesn’t show it. He’s working with people who've been working on this problem for decades and who believe the timing is finally right, which is all he needs to know.
MIM take: Physical Intelligence's focus on timing and expertise underscores the importance of strategic positioning in emerging tech markets. Agency owners should evaluate their own readiness to adapt to evolving industry trends.
OpenClaw’s AI assistants are now building their own social network
TechCrunch AI - Jan 30, 2026
The viral personal AI assistant formerly known as Clawdbot has a new shell — again. After briefly rebranding as Moltbot, it has now picked OpenClaw as its new name.
MIM take: OpenClaw's transition to a social network highlights the potential for personal AI to foster community. Agency owners should explore how their services can create user engagement beyond traditional functionalities.
In the News: Treating the Whole Person with Wellvolution
blue shield news - May 23, 2023
Ahead of Lifestyle Medicine Week (May 21-May 26), Blue Shield of California Senior Director of Lifestyle Medicine, Angie Kalousek-Ebrahimi, was recently featured on the Bright Spots in Heathcare podcast, alongside other industry leaders, to discuss...
MIM take: The focus on holistic health in Wellvolution reflects a shift towards comprehensive care in healthcare. Agency owners should consider how integrating lifestyle factors can enhance their service offerings.
In the News: Blue Shield of California Collaborates With Google Cloud in Pilot to Streamline Prior Authorization for Members, Providers
blue shield news - May 09, 2023
Blue Shield CIO Lisa Davis highlights how technology enables members to get care faster and reduces time-consuming administrative work for providers.
MIM take: The collaboration between Blue Shield and Google Cloud illustrates the transformative potential of technology in healthcare. Agency owners should explore tech partnerships that can enhance operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
In the News: Documentary “Birthing Justice” Sheds Light on Racial Disparities Putting Black People at Higher Risk of Dying During Childbirth
blue shield news - Feb 21, 2023
Leigh Purry, senior manager of Community Health at Blue Shield of California, spoke with Marlee Ginter, CBS News Sacramento, about racial disparities that put Black people at higher risk of death during childbirth.
MIM take: The focus on racial disparities in maternal health underscores the need for equity in healthcare initiatives. Agency owners should prioritize awareness and advocacy for underserved communities in their practices.