Top 10 AI News
Musk’s Grok Eager to Discuss ‘White Genocide’ in South Africa
Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot has sparked controversy for its willingness to discuss sensitive topics, including the concept of ‘white genocide’ in South Africa, raising questions about the boundaries of AI-generated content and moderation.
How AI Has Already Changed My Job
Workers from various industries share their experiences on how artificial intelligence is transforming their daily tasks, requiring adaptation and new skills as automation and AI tools become more prevalent in the workplace.
CoreWeave Drops as Sped-Up AI Investment Plans Dent Profits
CoreWeave, a cloud computing provider, saw its shares drop after accelerating its AI investment plans, which impacted its profitability. The company remains optimistic about strong and accelerating demand for AI cloud services.
Cisco Gives Positive Sales Forecast After AI Buoys Demand
Cisco has issued a positive sales forecast, citing increased demand for its products driven by the growth of artificial intelligence applications and infrastructure needs.
Microsoft Layoffs Hit Coders Hardest With AI Costs on the Rise
Microsoft has implemented layoffs that have disproportionately affected software engineers, as the company seeks to manage rising costs associated with its AI initiatives and investments.
Battery Maker With 720% Stock Gain Signs Early Data-Center Deal
Eos, a battery manufacturer whose stock has surged 720% over the past year, has signed an early deal to supply batteries to data centers, supporting the growing energy needs of AI infrastructure.
Millions of Americans at Risk of Summer Power Shortfall, Regulator Says
A US regulator warns that nearly 89 million Americans could face power shortages this summer, as the energy demands of data centers and AI infrastructure strain the grid.
AI Boom Has Generac Looking to Data Centers for Growth
Generac, a power generation company, is targeting data centers as a key growth area, driven by the surging demand for AI computing and the need for reliable backup power solutions.
Silicon Valley Is Coming for the Pentagon’s $1 Trillion Budget
The US government is encouraging startups to help modernize the military, setting the stage for a competition over the world’s largest defense budget as Silicon Valley eyes Pentagon contracts.
What Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Can Learn From Israeli Air Defenses
An in-depth look at Israel’s upgraded air defense system reveals lessons for the US as it considers developing a missile shield, highlighting both the capabilities and limitations of such technology.
DeepSeek Challenges Everyone’s Assumptions About AI Costs
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek claims its ChatGPT rival operates at a fraction of the cost, prompting a reevaluation of the massive budgets currently allocated to AI development.
AI Needs So Much Energy It’s Distorting US Power for Millions of Homes
A new analysis shows a strong link between the proximity of US homes to data centers and increased power distortions, as AI’s energy demands reshape the nation’s electricity grid.
What’s at Stake as the US Gives Saudis Access to State-of-the-Art AI Chips
The US is allowing Saudi Arabia access to advanced AI chips, raising geopolitical and economic questions about technology transfer and the global AI race.
Apple Readies Feature That Lets Vision Pro Users Scroll With Their Eyes
Apple is preparing to launch a new feature for its Vision Pro mixed reality headset, enabling users to scroll through content using only their eye movements.
AI Wants More Data. More Chips. More Real Estate. More Power. More Water. More Everything
The rapid expansion of AI is driving unprecedented demand for data, chips, real estate, power, and water, putting pressure on global resources and infrastructure.
Why AI Is So Expensive
Artificial intelligence development and deployment come with high costs, from specialized hardware to massive energy consumption, making it one of the most expensive technologies to scale.
AI Can Write, But Is It Any Good at Picking Stocks?
As AI models become more sophisticated, investors are testing whether these systems can outperform humans in stock picking, with mixed results so far.
Why AI Is Next Flashpoint in US-China Tech Rivalry
Artificial intelligence has become a central issue in the ongoing technology competition between the US and China, with both nations racing to secure dominance in the field.
Alibaba Sustains AI Frenzy With Second Video Upgrade in Weeks
Alibaba continues to push the boundaries of AI-powered video technology, rolling out its second major upgrade in just a few weeks to maintain its competitive