Reading Time : 2 minutesEuropean AI-focused funds raised a record $4.2 billion in Q1 2025, pushing total assets near $40 billion. Asset managers are betting big on tech-driven growth, with firms like BlackRock expanding into AI strategies and private markets. This signals a strong, continent-wide shift in financial priorities toward AI’s economic potential.
Reading Time : 2 minutesGermany has demanded Apple and Google remove the DeepSeek AI app, citing illegal data transfers to China and lack of user protection under EU law. The move could lead to a wider European ban under the Digital Services Act, reflecting growing tensions around Chinese tech and privacy standards.
Reading Time : 2 minutesA Gallup survey reveals AI use at work has nearly doubled since 2023. White-collar roles lead adoption, while frontline jobs lag behind. Most workers aren’t afraid of job loss, but many say their employers lack clear AI strategy or support.
Reading Time : 2 minutesMasayoshi Son aims to build a $1 trillion AI manufacturing hub in Arizona, partnering with TSMC and the U.S. government. This bold plan seeks to boost high-tech production and create thousands of jobs, reinforcing America’s position in the global AI race. While ambitious, the project faces challenges around funding and execution.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Elon Musk is raising pay across Tesla and xAI as OpenAI hunts his top engineers. Facing what he calls the craziest talent war ever, he’s bolstering loyalty to keep AI development on track. The battle with Sam Altman’s OpenAI is reshaping compensation and strategy across the entire industry.
Reading Time : 2 minutesAmazon signs a landmark nuclear deal to power its growing AI needs. The 1,920 MW contract with Talen Energy will fuel AWS data centers while creating jobs and supporting clean energy.
Reading Time : 2 minutesUber and Wayve are launching driverless robotaxi trials in London, blending AI that learns by experience with Uber’s global platform. With no safety drivers, it’s a major step toward commercial self-driving services. The UK is fast-tracking approvals, aiming for spring 2026. Success in London could pave the way for expansion across Europe and beyond.
Reading Time : 2 minutes DeepSeek’s latest update to its R1 reasoning model boosts performance while keeping a low profile. Despite lacking a flashy release, the R1‑0528 version impresses in benchmarks and reflects China’s growing AI strength.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Broadcom’s new Tomahawk 6 chip doubles Ethernet switch speeds to 102.4Tbps, revolutionizing AI data center networking. Built on 3nm technology with advanced routing and optics, it supports massive AI clusters and challenges Nvidia’s InfiniBand. Industry leaders praise its efficiency and scalability, signaling a major leap forward in AI infrastructure performance.
Reading Time : 2 minutesMeta plans to launch a fully AI-driven ad automation system by 2026, enabling brands to create entire campaigns with minimal input. This innovation could reshape digital advertising, empowering businesses while challenging traditional agencies. Despite excitement, concerns about creative quality and control persist as Meta competes with other tech giants in the AI ad space.
Reading Time : 2 minutesElon Musk is refocusing on Tesla, SpaceX, and X after political endeavors. With Tesla’s robotaxi event on August 8, 2025, xAI’s AI advancements, and SpaceX’s Starship tests, Musk is driving innovation. His shift back to business highlights his vision for autonomous driving, AI, and space exploration, aiming to redefine industries while navigating public and market expectations.
Reading Time : 2 minutes Dell Technologies raised its profit outlook amid soaring demand for AI servers powered by Nvidia chips. With $12.1 billion in AI orders in Q1 and a $14.4 billion backlog, Dell is shipping more AI infrastructure than ever. Despite margin pressures, the company’s strong revenue and strategic AI deployments highlight its leadership in the rapidly expanding AI hardware market.
Reading Time : 2 minutes The ongoing legal debates over using copyrighted material to train AI models are highlighted by a recent court ruling and The New York Times’ lawsuit against OpenAI. Both cases reflect uncertainties surrounding whether such use qualifies as fair use, with experts and the U.S. Copyright Office weighing in cautiously.
Reading Time : 2 minutesSaudi Arabia partners with NVIDIA to create a global AI hub, advancing AI factories, digital twins, and smart city solutions, supporting Vision 2030 goals.
Reading Time : 2 minutes This article explores key lawsuits shaping the legality of AI training with copyrighted material. As courts begin to rule on cases involving Thomson Reuters, OpenAI, and others, the future of how AI models are trained may be transformed. Legal clarity remains elusive, but these battles are defining the boundaries between innovation and content ownership.
