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Attend TechCrunch Sessions: AI with this new, limited-time discount
TechCrunch is offering a limited-time discount for its upcoming Sessions: AI event, where industry leaders will discuss the latest in artificial intelligence and machine learning.
Google tests replacing ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ with ‘AI Mode’
Google is experimenting with a new ‘AI Mode’ button on its search homepage, potentially replacing the iconic ‘I’m Feeling Lucky’ feature to highlight its AI capabilities.
xAI’s promised safety report is MIA
xAI, Elon Musk’s AI startup, has yet to deliver its anticipated safety report, raising questions about transparency and accountability in the rapidly evolving AI sector.
Anthropic, Google score win by nabbing OpenAI-backed Harvey as a user
Harvey, a legal AI startup backed by OpenAI, has chosen Anthropic and Google as its AI providers, marking a significant shift in the competitive landscape of AI services.
AWS enters into ‘strategic partnership’ with Saudi Arabia-backed Humain
Amazon Web Services has announced a strategic partnership with Humain, a Saudi Arabia-backed AI company, aiming to accelerate AI development and adoption in the region.
Tencent hires WizardLM team, a Microsoft AI group with an odd history
Tencent has recruited the WizardLM team, a group previously associated with Microsoft, to bolster its AI research and development efforts.
TikTok launches TikTok AI Alive, a new image-to-video tool
TikTok has introduced AI Alive, a tool that transforms images into videos using artificial intelligence, expanding creative options for its users.
Google’s bringing Gemini to your car with Android Auto
Google is integrating its Gemini AI into Android Auto, bringing advanced voice and assistant features to vehicles for a smarter driving experience.
Google is bringing Gemini to Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV
Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, will soon be available on Wear OS smartwatches and Google TV, enhancing user experience with smarter features and recommendations.
ChatGPT: Everything you need to know about the AI-powered chatbot
A comprehensive guide to ChatGPT, the AI-powered chatbot developed by OpenAI, covering its features, use cases, and the technology behind it.
Trump administration officially rescinds Biden’s AI diffusion rules
The Trump administration has officially rolled back AI diffusion rules put in place by the Biden administration, signaling a shift in federal AI policy.
Audible is expanding its AI-narrated audiobook library
Audible is increasing its selection of AI-narrated audiobooks, making more titles available with synthetic voices to meet growing demand.
Spotify’s AI DJ now lets you use voice commands to personalize your tunes
Spotify has updated its AI DJ feature to support voice commands, allowing users to further personalize their listening experience.
Anthropic co-founder Jared Kaplan is coming to TechCrunch Sessions: AI
Jared Kaplan, co-founder of Anthropic, will be a featured speaker at TechCrunch Sessions: AI, sharing insights on the future of artificial intelligence.
Improvements in ‘reasoning’ AI models may slow down soon, analysis finds
A new analysis suggests that the rapid progress in AI models’ reasoning abilities may soon plateau, raising questions about the next phase of AI development.
AllTrails debuts $80/year membership that includes AI-powered smart routes
AllTrails has launched a new premium membership offering AI-powered smart routes, providing users with personalized trail recommendations for $80 per year.
Microsoft Build 2025: What to expect, from Azure to Copilot upgrades
Microsoft Build 2025 is set to showcase updates across Azure, Copilot, and other AI-driven products, highlighting the company’s latest innovations.
Google I/O 2025: How to watch all the AI and Android reveals
Google I/O 2025 will feature major announcements in AI and Android. Here’s how to tune in and catch all the latest updates from the tech giant.
Even a16z VCs say no one really knows what an AI agent is
Despite the hype, even top venture capitalists at a16z admit that the definition of an AI agent remains unclear, reflecting the evolving nature of the technology.
Google launches new initiative to back startups building AI
Google has announced a new initiative to support startups focused on artificial intelligence, aiming to foster innovation and entrepreneurship in the AI sector.
Saudi prince launches AI venture as Trump, Musk, Altman,
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Behind Nvidia’s Redevelopment of its H20 Chip
Nvidia is reportedly preparing to launch a downgraded H20 AI chip for the Chinese market after expanded export controls barred the original model.
Gartner: Why CDAOs are now Leading Enterprise AI Strategy
Gartner reports that 70% of Chief Data and Analytics Officers now lead AI initiatives, reflecting a shift from CIO and CTO to data-driven leadership.
How Apple is Challenging Google with AI Search Options
Apple’s SVP of Internet Software and Services reveals plans to incorporate AI-powered search options in Safari as it reconsiders its Google partnership.
Poland’s Sovereign AI Factory with Nvidia and Beyond.pl
Beyond.pl unveils AI supercomputing capacity with NvidiaDGX SuperPOD and Pure Storage technology to address European demand for AI infrastructure.
The Chip Security Act and its Impact on the AI Sector
A look at how the Chip Security Act is shaping the AI sector, with implications for supply chains and technology sovereignty.
WalkMe: How AI Copilot Overload Poses Enterprise Challenges
WalkMe explores how the proliferation of AI copilots in the enterprise can create new challenges for organizations and their digital strategies.
Amazon Pushes AI Frontier as AWS Revenue Hits US$108bn
Amazon bets big on AI as AWS revenue reaches $108bn, pushing the boundaries of cloud-based artificial intelligence applications.
Why are Alphabet, Nvidia and Google Cloud Investing in SSI?
Alphabet, Nvidia, and Google Cloud are making strategic investments in Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) to enhance data privacy and security in AI ecosystems.
Microsoft UK CEO Shares how People can be Empowered with AI
Microsoft UK CEO discusses how AI can empower individuals and organizations, driving innovation and productivity across sectors.
Top 10: Customer Service AI Platforms
Customer service AI platforms are using AI to drive operational efficiency and address challenges in the age of intelligent automation.
Top 10 Global AI Consulting Firms
AI Magazine highlights some of the top AI consulting firms that are essential for enterprises navigating AI adoption, guidance, solutions and ethics.
Top 10 AI Influencers
A rundown of the most influential voices in AI, shaping the future of artificial intelligence through research, entrepreneurship, and thought leadership.
Top 10: AI Events
A curated list of the top AI events worldwide, offering opportunities for networking, learning, and exploring the latest in artificial intelligence.
People Moves: Shreya Amin
AI Magazine’s run down of the latest executive appointments and departures driving innovation, strategic success and ethical AI adoption.
Just 44% of CIOs Viewed as AI-Savvy by CEOs, Gartner says
A Gartner report finds that less than half of CIOs are seen as AI-savvy by their CEOs, highlighting a skills gap in enterprise technology leadership.
AI Tech Fuels Data Centre Boom, but Hyperscalers Face Risks
AI technology is driving a boom in data centre construction, but hyperscale operators face new risks related to energy, regulation, and sustainability.
How Google’s AI Tools Are Transforming Language Learning
Google’s experimental Little Language Lessons platform uses Gemini AI models for personalised, contextual and multimodal language learning experiences.
How AI and ML can Help Navigate the Era of Uncertainty
Exploring how artificial intelligence and machine learning can help organizations and individuals navigate periods of uncertainty and rapid change.
Orange’s Push to Open Up AI to African Languages
Orange is working to make AI accessible to speakers of African languages, supporting digital inclusion and local innovation.
Vulcan: Amazon’s First AI Robot that can Sense and Touch
By Hon Hai, a key Apple and Nvidia partner, reported better-than-expected profits but issued a cautious sales outlook for the rest of the year, reflecting ongoing uncertainties in the global technology supply chain. Struggling IT firm Atos SE has unveiled a major reorganization plan to address its mounting debt and declining sales, aiming to revive growth and stabilize its financial position. Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and former US President Donald Trump are seeking to leverage their relationship for mutual benefit, with new economic and political deals on the horizon. Baidu is set to expand its autonomous robotaxi services beyond China, targeting new markets in Europe and Turkey as part of its global AI mobility strategy. Samsung has agreed to acquire Germany’s FläktGroup for €1.5 billion, strengthening its position in the fast-growing data center infrastructure market. Former President Trump’s visit to the Middle East has resulted in a surge of AI-related deals, with Nvidia and other US tech giants leading new partnerships and investments in the region. The founder of DeepSeek is challenging US leadership in artificial intelligence, driving China’s AI industry to new heights and intensifying global competition. Google is supporting a new Saudi AI investment fund, as both Donald Trump and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman announce a wave of new technology investments in the kingdom. The US government has issued a warning that the use of Huawei’s AI chips in any location violates American export controls, escalating tensions in the global tech sector. The Trump administration is encouraging startups to transform the US military, setting the stage for a major shift in how the world’s largest defense budget is spent. An in-depth look at Israel’s advanced air defense system reveals key lessons for the US as it considers developing its own missile shield, dubbed the ‘Golden Dome’. Chinese AI company DeepSeek claims its ChatGPT rival operates at a fraction of the cost, raising questions about the sustainability of massive AI budgets in the US and beyond. 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. More than 160 new AI data centers have been built across the US in the past three years, many in regions already facing water shortages, according to a Bloomberg News investigation. Finland is pioneering the use of waste heat from data centers to provide sustainable heating for cities, turning a tech challenge into a climate solution. The AI industry’s insatiable appetite for resources is reshaping global supply chains, real estate, and infrastructure, with far-reaching implications for the environment and economy. A look at the high costs of developing and deploying artificial intelligence, from advanced chips to massive data centers, and the impact on tech companies’ bottom lines. As AI systems become more sophisticated, investors are testing whether these tools can outperform humans in the stock market, with mixed results so far. Artificial intelligence is emerging as a key battleground in the ongoing technology competition between the US and China, with both sides racing to secure dominance.Top 10 AI News
Apple Partner Hon Hai Tempers Full Year Sales Outlook
Atos Announces Reorganization Aiming to Restart Sales Growth
After Driving Down Oil, Saudi Arabia’s MBS Looks for Trump Dividend
China’s Baidu Plans Robotaxi Expansion to Europe and Turkey
Samsung to Buy FläktGroup for €1.5 Billion in Data Center Play
Trump’s Mideast Visit Opens Floodgate of AI Deals Led by Nvidia
DeepSeek’s ‘Tech Madman’ Founder Is Threatening US Dominance in AI Race
Google Backs Saudi AI Fund as Trump, MBS Tout New Investments
US Warns That Using Huawei AI Chip ‘Anywhere’ Breaks Its Rules
Silicon Valley Is Coming for the Pentagon’s $1 Trillion Budget
What Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Can Learn From Israeli Air Defenses
DeepSeek Challenges Everyone’s Assumptions About AI Costs
AI Needs So Much Energy It’s Distorting US Power for Millions of Homes
AI Is Draining Water From the Areas That Need It Most
How Finland Is Harvesting Waste Heat From Data Centers
AI Wants More Data. More Chips. More Real Estate. More Power. More Water. More Everything
Why AI Is So Expensive
AI Can Write, But Is It Any Good at Picking Stocks?
Why AI Is Next Flashpoint in US-China Tech Rivalry
