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Moonshot AI's Kimi chatbot outperformed Western models like GPT-5 and Claude 3 on benchmarks, triggering panic in Silicon Valley and on Wall Street over China's rapid AI advancements and the potential loss of Western technological dominance.
Energy companies are going public at the fastest pace this century as investors seek to capitalize on AI's soaring electricity demands. The trend underscores how AI is reshaping industries beyond tech, creating new opportunities in power generation and data center infrastructure.
Apple has sued OpenAI, potentially derailing the AI company's plans to enter the hardware market and go public. The legal battle centers on alleged intellectual property theft and could reshape the AI hardware landscape.
India's smartphone market is shrinking as the AI boom drives up demand for memory chips, raising prices and forcing Apple, Samsung, and others to rethink their strategies. Consumers may soon see fewer high-end features in affordable phones.
Apple has sued OpenAI for allegedly stealing trade secrets, claiming over 400 former Apple employees now work at OpenAI. This legal battle could delay OpenAI's plans to go public, creating uncertainty for investors and users.
The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure is creating new inflation risks. Companies are spending heavily on AI hardware and data centers, which could push prices higher. This is a shift from the recent trend of falling tech prices.
Clem Delangue, CEO of Hugging Face, explains why businesses are shifting from renting AI to using open-source models. This trend is driven by cost savings, greater control, and the ability to customize AI tools for specific needs.
Apple claims OpenAI used its stolen technology to develop AI-powered devices. This legal battle could impact the future of AI innovation and consumer tech.
Anthropic, OpenAI, and SpaceX are preparing for massive IPOs that could create more value than all U.S. VC-backed exits since 2000. This marks a historic moment for the tech industry, particularly in AI and space exploration.
SpaceXAI released Grok 4.5 on Wednesday, which Elon Musk describes as an 'Opus-class model.' The new version promises to be a cheaper, more efficient alternative to other powerful AI models, making advanced AI more accessible.
Alibaba has reportedly classified Claude Code as high-risk software and banned its use by employees. This decision highlights growing concerns about AI security in corporate environments.
Omen AI has secured $31 million in Series A funding to develop AI that monitors coolant in data centers and prevents bacterial outbreaks. This could make data centers more efficient and reduce downtime.
Baidu's AI chip division, Kunlunxin, is reportedly targeting a massive $50 billion IPO in Hong Kong. The news sent Baidu shares up 7%, highlighting the growing importance of AI hardware in the tech industry.
OpenAI has hired the former head of Uber India to lead its operations in the country, its biggest market outside the US. This move underscores the company's growing focus on global expansion and local partnerships as it expands offices, partnerships, and hiring in the region.
The Trump administration reportedly asked OpenAI to stagger the release of GPT-5.6 due to security concerns, leading CEO Sam Altman to tell employees the company would launch a limited preview for a small group of users before a wider rollout.
Chinese hedge funds are warning that the AI industry is in a 'super bubble' that could burst soon, citing unsustainable valuations and overinvestment in huge capital projects with uncertain returns.
Communities are pushing back against new data centers needed for AI growth. This could create delays and higher costs for AI development. The AI boom is at risk of slowing down.
Snapchat's parent company is spinning off its AI video team into a new venture called Dotmo. The move highlights the high costs of AI development and Snap's strategy to focus on its core business.
Baseten, a startup specializing in AI inference, is reportedly raising $1.5 billion just months after its last major funding round. This highlights the intense competition and high stakes in the AI infrastructure market.
Meta is reversing its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus after Beijing ordered the deal undone. This highlights the growing tensions between global tech and Chinese regulations.
Anthropic has temporarily suspended access to its new AI models, sparking discussions in India about the country's AI ambitions. Tech leaders are debating whether this is a wake-up call for India to prioritize its own AI development.
Apple has significantly improved its Image Playground tool, making it more competitive with other AI image generators. The updates include better image quality, more creative options, and a smarter prompt-understanding system.
The Trump administration is exploring deals to take an equity stake in OpenAI, aiming to benefit the American public from AI advancements. This move could significantly impact the AI industry and its global competition.
Airbnb is launching an AI lab to develop its own AI tools. This could change how we book and experience travel. The lab will focus on creating AI solutions tailored for the travel industry.