Top 10 AI News
Microsoft Debuts Lower-End Surface Devices to Push AI Tools
Microsoft has introduced more affordable Surface devices aimed at expanding the reach of its AI-powered tools, targeting a broader market segment and increasing accessibility to advanced technology.
General Catalyst Co-Leads AI Funding Deal Valuing Parloa at $1 Billion
General Catalyst has co-led a significant funding round for Parloa, an AI startup, valuing the company at $1 billion. The investment highlights growing interest in AI-driven enterprise solutions.
Elon Musk Lost 25% of Fortune During His Quest to Gut the US Government
Elon Musk’s net worth dropped by 25% as Tesla faced repercussions from Musk’s involvement in federal bureaucracy reduction efforts under President Trump.
SoftBank-Backed OakNorth Partners With OpenAI to Expand AI Uses
OakNorth, supported by SoftBank, has announced a partnership with OpenAI to broaden the application of artificial intelligence in financial services and other sectors.
AMD, Arm Offer Window Into AI Landscape Ahead of Nvidia Earnings
AMD and Arm are providing insights into the current state of the AI hardware market as investors anticipate Nvidia’s upcoming earnings report.
China’s Pony AI Is Uber’s Latest Robotaxi Partner in Middle East
Uber has partnered with China’s Pony AI to introduce robotaxi services in the Middle East, marking a significant step in the global expansion of autonomous vehicle technology.
Developing Nations Expect AI Productivity Boost Soon, UN Finds
A new UN report reveals that developing countries anticipate significant productivity gains from AI adoption in the near future, with expectations of economic transformation.
Mideast Titans Step Back From AI Model Race as US, China Dominate
Major Middle Eastern technology players are reducing their efforts to compete in the AI model race, as the US and China continue to lead global advancements in artificial intelligence.
Masayoshi Son’s Quest to Become the Next Nvidia
SoftBank founder Masayoshi Son is planning a $100 billion investment in the US, aiming to position his company as a major player in the AI hardware sector, rivaling Nvidia.
How 12 Climate Tech Startups Are Shaping the Energy Transition in a Turbulent World
Winners of BloombergNEF’s annual Pioneers awards are deploying innovative climate solutions, driving the next generation of energy transition technologies worldwide.
AI Needs So Much Energy It’s Distorting US Power for Millions of Homes
A Bloomberg analysis finds that the rapid growth of AI data centers is causing significant power distortions in US homes, especially in areas close to these facilities.
DeepSeek Challenges Everyone’s Assumptions About AI Costs
Chinese AI platform DeepSeek claims its ChatGPT rival operates at a fraction of the cost, prompting questions about the sustainability of high AI budgets.
What Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Can Learn From Israeli Air Defenses
An in-depth look at Israel’s advanced air defense system offers lessons for the US as it considers developing its own missile shield, dubbed the ‘Golden Dome’.
AI Wants More Data. More Chips. More Real Estate. More Power. More Water. More Everything
The AI industry’s insatiable demand for resources is reshaping global supply chains, real estate, and infrastructure, as companies race to build bigger and faster systems.
Why AI Is So Expensive
A look at the high costs associated with developing and deploying artificial intelligence, from hardware to energy and talent, and what it means for the future of the industry.
AI Can Write, But Is It Any Good at Picking Stocks?
As AI-generated content becomes more common, questions arise about its effectiveness in financial markets, particularly in stock selection and investment strategies.
Why AI Is Next Flashpoint in US-China Tech Rivalry
Artificial intelligence has become a central battleground in the ongoing technology competition between the US and China, with both nations investing heavily in AI research and development.
Musk’s Lawyer Says OpenAI Restructuring Update ‘Changes Nothing’
Elon Musk’s legal team has stated that recent updates to OpenAI’s restructuring plans do not alter their position in the ongoing dispute over the company’s direction and governance.
OpenAI Reaches Agreement to Buy Startup Windsurf for $3 Billion
OpenAI has agreed to acquire Windsurf, a startup specializing in advanced gener