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Text in. Lego bricks out.

Lego GPT turns words into real buildable Lego designs that actually obey physics.

This is AI you can snap together at home.

Curious how it works and why it matters?

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#Lego #AI #Robotics #EdTech
Lego GPT turns text prompts into buildable Lego designs - Tinkimo
Lego GPT is an AI tool that turns text prompts into stable Lego designs using physics aware language models.
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January 17, 2026 at 8:38 PM
Music fans shocked as an AI hit tops streaming but gets kicked off the official Swedish charts! Can robots write hits too?

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#AI #MusicNews #Sweden #ChartControversy
AI song banned from Swedish charts after viral success - Tinkimo
An AI created song topped Swedish charts but was removed from official rankings, sparking debate over creativity, charts, and rules
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January 16, 2026 at 5:28 PM
Factories with no lights, no workers and robots building cars in silence Sounds like sci fi but it is already happening in China.

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#Robotics #AI #Manufacturing #FutureOfWork
China’s Dark Factories - Tinkimo
China’s dark factories use robots and AI to build products without workers, signalling a major shift in global manufacturing and employment patterns
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January 16, 2026 at 8:02 AM
One wheel. Big ambition. Rollo Robotics just rolled into the spotlight with fresh seed funding for its futuristic security robot.

Curious how a monowheel could change autonomous patrols?

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#Robotics #AI #Startups #SecurityTech
Rollo Robotics Win Seed Funding for Monowheel Security Robot - Tinkimo
Rollo Robotics wins seed funding to commercialise its monowheel security robot, targeting autonomous patrols across industrial, urban and infrastructure sites.
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January 15, 2026 at 8:08 AM
Humanoid robots just found their running shoes.

Figure robot learns to run at near jogging speed and it looks surprisingly human.

This is a big leap for robots working in homes and factories.

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#Robotics #AI #HumanoidRobots #FutureTech
Figure Robot Learns to Run as Humanoid Speed Race Accelerates - Tinkimo
Figure Robotics reveals humanoid robot running at near jogging speed, highlighting rapid advances in control systems, agility, and real world usability
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January 14, 2026 at 8:09 AM
Ever wished Spotify could read your mind?

Now it kind of can.

Music prompts let you describe the vibe, mood or moment and Spotify builds the playlist around you.

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#Spotify #AIPlaylists #MusicTech #Streaming
Spotify Music Prompt Brings Personal Control to Playlist Creation - Tinkimo
Spotify introduces music prompts letting listeners shape personalised playlists using AI, blending listening history, world knowledge, and scheduled updates for discovery
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January 13, 2026 at 8:00 AM
Ready for robot vacuums with superpowers?

The Saros Rover shown at CES 2026 can climb stairs and clean while doing it.

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#CES2026 #SarosRover #SmartHome #Robotics
Saros Rover shown at CES 2026 signals a new era for robot cleaners - Tinkimo
Roborock’s Saros Rover debut at CES 2026 shows how stair climbing robots could transform multi storey home cleaning forever.
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January 11, 2026 at 9:14 PM
Your medical records talking to AI sounds futuristic but it is already here.

ChatGPT Health aims to help people understand results prepare for appointments and spot patterns while keeping privacy in focus.

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#AIHealth #DigitalHealth #FutureOfCare #HealthTech
ChatGPT Health Brings Medical Records Into AI Chats - Tinkimo
ChatGPT Health introduces AI guided health insights combining medical records apps and privacy safeguards to help people better understand care
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January 11, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Can AI really help deliver fairer justice?

The UK is rolling out a careful three year plan for AI in the legal system with humans still firmly in charge.

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#AI #Justice #LawTech #UKTech
January 10, 2026 at 10:34 AM
Cars that think before they move.

Nvidia and Mercedes just gave us a glimpse of AI powered driving at CES 2026 and it feels closer than ever.

Smarter, safer streets are coming fast.

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#AI #AutonomousVehicles #CES2026 #FutureMobility
Nvidia and Mercedes Unveil AI Driving Partnership at CES 2026 - Tinkimo
Nvidia and Mercedes showcased AI powered autonomous driving at CES 2026, highlighting safer vehicles, advanced reasoning models and future transport ambitions
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January 9, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Printing a home a day?

Europe is putting 3D printed houses to the test, from Danish courtyards to tiny homes in Luxembourg.

Faster builds, fewer workers, greener results. Could this reshape housing forever?

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#3DPrinting #HousingInnovation #SustainableLiving
Europe Tests the Promise of 3D Printed Houses - Tinkimo
Europe is testing 3D printed houses to deliver faster, affordable, sustainable homes using automation, reduced labour, and innovative construction techniques
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January 8, 2026 at 11:38 PM
What if Lego bricks could react, light up and make sounds as you play?

Lego Smart Bricks debut at CES 2026, blending classic building with clever tech and sparking big debate 👀

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#LegoSmartBricks #EdTech #PlayAndLearn #FutureOfPlay
Lego Smart Bricks bring sound and movement to classic play - Tinkimo
Lego Smart Bricks blend physical building with sensors, sound and light, sparking excitement while raising questions about creativity and play.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:46 PM
AI in classrooms is no longer a future problem, it’s happening now.

From ethics to inclusion and smart use of language, the Cornwall AI in Education Summit had it all.

Plenty to think about and lots to be excited by

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#AIinEducation #EdTech #AIEthics #FutureSkills
Cornwall AI In Education Summit 2026 - Tinkimo
A great way to kick off the year was attending the AI Summit in Cornwall, which was fantastic. The sessions were genuinely insightful, and there was a really
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January 7, 2026 at 12:12 AM
Robots are leaving the lab and clocking in.

Atlas is officially ready for production and heading to Hyundai factories.

What does this mean for jobs, safety and the future of work?

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#Robotics #AIinIndustry #FutureOfWork #Automation
Atlas ready for production as Boston Dynamics prepares factory rollout - Tinkimo
Atlas enters production as Boston Dynamics and Hyundai prepare humanoid robots for factory work, raising interest and debate about automation and jobs.
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January 6, 2026 at 5:21 PM
New year new robot - 2026 is already getting exciting with a physical Tinkibot prototype taking shape.

CAD learning curves 3D prints and hardware choices all included.

Big steps forward ahead.

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#Robotics #Prototyping #STEM #MakerLife
Kicking Off 2026 With a Tinkibot Prototype - Tinkimo
Tinkimo enters 2026 with progress, a near-complete robot prototype, lessons in CAD, hardware choices, and excitement for a demo video.
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January 4, 2026 at 9:35 PM
What if the future of AI fits in your pocket and writes like a pen?

Leaks hint OpenAI and Jony Ive are cooking up something bold for 2026. Curious yet?

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#OpenAI #AIDevices #TechRumours #FutureTech #ProjectGumdrop
Open AI Device Rumours Point to Pen Like Gadget - Tinkimo
Leaks suggest OpenAI is developing a minimalist pen like AI device with Jony Ive aiming for a 2026 consumer hardware debut
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January 4, 2026 at 1:31 PM
The sky became the stage as China welcomed 2026 with a breath-taking drone spectacle.

Thousands of lights one computer one unforgettable moment.

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#ChinaDroneShow #FutureTech #Drones #NewYear2026
Drone Show Marks Arrival of 2026 - Tinkimo
China welcomes 2026 with a spectacular drone show in Guangzhou highlighting advanced coordination technology and large scale festive celebrations
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January 3, 2026 at 11:54 AM
Robot kicks CEO and the internet gasps!

Curious or terrifying Watch how Engine AI T800 stunned viewers and reignited safety debates in humanoid robotics.

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#EngineAI #Robotics #AI #FutureTech
Engine AI Robot Kick Demonstration Highlights Power and Risk of Humanoid Machines - Tinkimo
Engine AI humanoid robot T800 sparked debate after demonstration showed fluid movement power and safety questions during CEO kick test
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January 2, 2026 at 9:01 PM
Ever seen an AI face that looks real but feels wrong?

That uneasy chill has a name.

The uncanny valley is shaping how we trust robots images and video.

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#AI #UncannyValley #Robotics #TechPsychology
The Uncanny Valley and Why AI Still Feels Unsettling - Tinkimo
The uncanny valley explains why almost human AI images robots and videos feel unsettling raising trust design and ethical challenges
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January 1, 2026 at 11:37 PM
Would you trust an AI with your snacks and money?

An AI tried running a vending machine and chaos followed.

Free snacks, fake bosses and even fish for sale. Curious how it went wrong?

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#AI #TechNews #FutureOfWork #Automation
AI Tries To Run Vending Machine - Tinkimo
An AI attempted to run a vending machine, gave items away, lost money, and revealed how unprepared autonomous systems remain.
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December 24, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Your fridge is getting smarter than your phone

AI powered kitchens are officially here, with fridges that see your food and ovens that think for you. Is this helpful or slightly creepy?

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#AI #SmartHome #FutureOfFood #TechTrends
AI Powered Kitchen Appliances Move Into Everyday Homes - Tinkimo
AI powered kitchen appliances from Samsung and LG are bringing intelligent cooking, food management, and energy efficiency into everyday homes
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December 23, 2025 at 11:32 AM
Stop scrolling. Slop is Word of the Year. A label for talking cats, fake news and AI clutter. Funny, frustrating.

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#AISlop #WordOfTheYear #AI #InternetCulture
Slop named Word of the Year as AI clutter floods the internet - Tinkimo
Slop was named word of the year, capturing public frustration and amusement at low quality AI generated content flooding the internet.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:21 AM
Wow what a twist! iRobot gets a new owner after bankruptcy.

Who stepped in and what this means for Roombas? and what it means for smart homes here:

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#robots #technews #AI #innovation
iRobot new owner emerges from bankruptcy process - Tinkimo
iRobot new owner Shenzhen Picea Robotics takes control after bankruptcy, reshaping Roomba’s future amid rising competition in the global robot vacuum market.
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December 21, 2025 at 8:48 PM
Last blog post of the year and a big moment for the project 🎄

I’ve been thinking hard about classrooms, creativity, and where this is really going.

Also introducing a new name. Meet Tinkimo 👋

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#EdTech #Robotics #AIinEducation #Tinkering
Last post this Year! - Tinkimo
After doing a lot more research than I had initially, I decided to change the name to Tinkimo. It comes from the word tinkerer, which felt like a great fit
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December 21, 2025 at 1:10 PM
Meet the X1 Robot Duo.

A walking humanoid with a shape shifting drone backpack. Legs, wheels and flight working together like a sci fi dream.

This is the future of rescue robotics 👀

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#Robotics #AI #FutureTech #Innovation
X1 Robot Duo takes a step forward in robotics - Tinkimo
The X1 Robot Duo combines a humanoid robot and transforming drone to navigate complex environments for future emergency response missions.
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December 21, 2025 at 10:16 AM