Top 10 AI News
Trump’s Mideast Chips Deals Imperil US National Security, Democrats Warn
Democrats have raised concerns that recent semiconductor deals in the Middle East, linked to former President Trump, could threaten US national security by increasing foreign influence over critical technology supply chains.
Pony AI Earnings Put Investors on Alert for Robotaxi Expansion
Pony AI’s latest earnings report has caught the attention of investors, as the company signals plans to accelerate the rollout of its robotaxi services, intensifying competition in the autonomous vehicle sector.
Anthropic Is Trying to Win the AI Race Without Losing Its Soul
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, has transformed from an academic into the leader of a $61 billion AI startup, aiming to balance rapid growth with ethical considerations in the race for AI dominance.
Google Decided Against Offering Publishers Options in AI Search
Google has reportedly chosen not to provide publishers with options regarding the use of their content in AI-powered search features, raising concerns among media organizations about data usage and compensation.
Aramco, Saudi Telecom Join Sequoia in Backing US-Based Startup Graphiant
Saudi Aramco and Saudi Telecom have joined Sequoia Capital in investing in Graphiant, a US-based startup focused on next-generation networking solutions, highlighting growing Middle Eastern interest in American tech firms.
Microsoft Is Bringing Elon Musk’s AI Models to Its Cloud
Microsoft has announced plans to integrate AI models developed by Elon Musk’s companies into its cloud platform, expanding its AI offerings and intensifying competition with other tech giants.
Nvidia, UAE’s MGX Plan to Build Europe’s Largest Data Center
Nvidia and UAE’s MGX have announced a partnership to construct what will become Europe’s largest data center, aiming to support the continent’s growing demand for AI and cloud computing infrastructure.
Cathie Wood Says Trump’s Tariff War May Free Up Markets
Ark Investment CEO Cathie Wood suggests that Trump’s approach to tariffs could potentially open up markets, despite ongoing trade tensions and uncertainty in the global tech sector.
Silicon Valley Is Coming for the Pentagon’s $1 Trillion Budget
The Trump administration is encouraging startups to help modernize the US military, setting the stage for a major competition over the Pentagon’s massive defense budget.
What Trump’s ‘Golden Dome’ Can Learn From Israeli Air Defenses
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’.
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 massive AI budgets worldwide.
AI Needs So Much Energy It’s Distorting US Power for Millions of Homes
A new analysis shows that the rapid expansion of AI data centers is causing significant power distortions in US homes, especially in areas close to these facilities.
America’s Leading Alien Hunters Depend on AI to Speed Their Search
Harvard’s Galileo Project is using advanced AI software to scan the skies for extraterrestrial signals, bringing academic rigor to a field once considered fringe and attracting Pentagon interest.
AI Wants More Data. More Chips. More Real Estate. More Power. More Water. More Everything
The AI industry’s insatiable appetite for resources is driving demand for more data, chips, real estate, power, and water, raising questions about sustainability and infrastructure limits.
Why AI Is So Expensive
A deep dive into the high costs of developing and deploying artificial intelligence, from hardware and data to energy and talent, and why these expenses are likely to keep rising.
AI Can Write, But Is It Any Good at Picking Stocks?
As AI systems become more capable of generating text, investors are testing whether these models can also 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 tech competition between the US and China, with both countries racing to secure dominance in the field.
Xiaomi Aims to Spend $7 Billion on Building Own Chip This Decade
Xiaomi has announced plans to invest $7 billion over the next decade to develop its own semiconductor chips, aiming to reduce reliance on external suppliers and boost innovation.
