A look into the recent surge of investments and headlines around AI data centers, exploring the driving forces and implications for the tech industry.
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Nscale Secures US$1.1bn Series B to Build AI Infrastructure
Summary: Nscale has raised $1.1 billion in Series B funding to accelerate the development of AI infrastructure, supporting the growing demand for advanced AI capabilities.
Bain & Co: AI Infrastructure Needs to Face $800bn Shortfall
Summary: Bain & Company warns that global AI demand will outpace data centre capacity by 2030 unless $2 trillion in annual revenue and $500 billion in capital are secured.
How AI & Digital Twins are Shaping Sustainable Business
Summary: TCS’ Digital Twindex demonstrates how AI and digital twins help businesses move towards regenerative operations, balancing sustainability with performance.
This Week’s Top 5 Stories in AI
Summary: AI Magazine covers the boom of AI infrastructure investments across Stargate, Nvidia, OpenAI, and Oracle, alongside UK-US deals for AI evolution.
Red Hat: The UK Needs Digital Sovereignty to Fulfil AI Dream
Summary: Red Hat highlights the importance of digital sovereignty for the UK to achieve its AI ambitions and remain competitive in the global AI landscape.
Can Data Guardians Network Reshape AI Ethics With Nvidia?
Summary: A look at how a Nvidia-backed start-up is aiming to change AI training and reshape AI ethics through its Data Guardians Network.
How Indeed is Using AI to Transform the Recruitment Process
Summary: Indeed is leveraging AI to revolutionize recruitment, making the process more efficient and effective for both employers and job seekers.
Starmer to unveil digital ID cards in plan set to ignite civil liberties row
Summary: The UK government is set to announce plans for digital ID cards, sparking debate over privacy and civil liberties as part of efforts to tackle illegal immigration.
Facebook and Instagram to charge UK users £3.99 a month for ad-free version
Summary: Meta will offer UK users an ad-free version of Facebook and Instagram for £3.99 per month, responding to privacy concerns and regulatory pressures.
Abu Dhabi royal family to take stake in TikTok US under Trump deal
Summary: The Abu Dhabi royal family is set to acquire a stake in TikTok’s US operations as part of a deal brokered under the Trump administration.
Man fined $340,000 for deepfake pornography of prominent Australian women in first-of-its-kind case
Summary: An Australian man has been fined $340,000 for creating deepfake pornography of prominent women, marking a landmark legal case in the fight against AI-generated abuse.
Hackers reportedly steal pictures of 8,000 children from Kido nursery chain
Summary: Cybercriminals have stolen pictures and personal details of 8,000 children from the Kido nursery chain, raising serious concerns about data security in childcare.
Elon Musk’s xAI accuses OpenAI of stealing trade secrets in new lawsuit
Summary: Elon Musk’s xAI has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI, alleging the theft of trade secrets and intensifying the rivalry in the AI sector.
Amazon to pay $2.5bn to settle FTC lawsuit over Prime ‘subscription traps’
Summary: Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a US Federal Trade Commission lawsuit over alleged deceptive practices in its Prime subscription service.
If you’re not using an eSIM when you travel, you’re getting ripped off
Summary: eSIM technology offers travelers a more affordable and flexible way to stay connected abroad, but many are still unaware of its benefits.
Pixel 10 Pro XL review: Google’s superphone gets AI and magnetic upgrades
Summary: The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL impresses with new AI features and magnetic upgrades, setting a new standard for Android smartphones.
Google Pixel 10 Pro review: One of the very best smaller phones
Summary: The Pixel 10 Pro stands out as one of the best compact smartphones, offering top-tier performance and AI-powered features.
Honor Magic V5 review: Fantastic foldable phone that needs better Android software
Summary: The Honor Magic V5 is a standout foldable phone with impressive hardware, but its software experience could be improved.
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YouTube Music is experimenting with AI-powered hosts that provide users with trivia and commentary, aiming to enhance the listening experience with interactive features.
Despite market fluctuations, investments in AI data centers continue to soar as companies race to build the infrastructure needed for next-generation AI applications.
The Trump administration is targeting semiconductor imports, a move that could have significant effects on the global tech supply chain and AI hardware development.
A discussion on the scale of OpenAI’s recent deals and the impact of new visa fees on the tech workforce, highlighting the intersection of AI innovation and policy.
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is approaching, and today marks the final opportunity to secure significant savings on event tickets for the leading tech conference.
Developers are leveraging Apple’s new on-device AI models in iOS 26 to create smarter, more privacy-focused apps that process data locally.
Box CEO Aaron Levie discusses strategies for long-term success and reinvention in the enterprise software space at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.
Microsoft has halted cloud services to an Israeli military unit following concerns over surveillance of Palestinians, reflecting the growing scrutiny of tech ethics.
OpenAI introduces ChatGPT Pulse, a feature that automatically generates personalized morning briefings for users, streamlining daily information intake.
Juicebox secures $30 million in funding to transform the hiring process using large language model-powered search, aiming to make recruitment smarter and faster.
An AI startup focused on improving food supply chains has received investment from Steph Curry’s VC firm, highlighting the growing interest in AI-driven logistics.
OpenAI claims its upcoming GPT-5 model can perform at human-level across a broad spectrum of professional tasks, raising the bar for AI capabilities.
Elon Musk’s xAI is offering its Grok AI platform to the federal government at a symbolic price, aiming to encourage adoption and experimentation in public sector AI.
A live discussion at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 explores whether AI-powered dating algorithms are truly effective in helping people find meaningful relationships.