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Jul 71 min read
The Magazine
Jul 71 min read
The Magazine
Jul 71 min read
The Magazine
Jul 71 min read
The Magazine
Jul 71 min read
Governments Intensify AI Safety Testing as Advanced Models Grow More Powerful
Authorities are expanding evaluations of next-generation AI systems to better understand potential risks before public release. Governments are increasing efforts to evaluate advanced artificial intelligence models before they are released to the public, reflecting growing concern over cybersecurity, misinformation and national security risks. The U.S. government has expanded its voluntary AI evaluation programme to include additional frontier models developed by major techno
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Jul 71 min read
Intel and Google Deepen Partnership to Advance AI Computing
The expanded collaboration aims to improve AI-focused processors for cloud infrastructure and enterprise workloads. Intel and Google have expanded their long-term technology partnership to accelerate the development of processors designed for artificial intelligence and large-scale cloud computing. The collaboration focuses on Intel's Xeon processors, which continue to play an important role in handling AI inference, enterprise applications and general cloud workloads. While
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Jul 71 min read
Global AI Infrastructure Spending Expected to Reach Record Levels
Technology companies continue investing billions of dollars in chips, cloud platforms and data centres to support the next generation of artificial intelligence Global spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure is expected to reach record levels this year as technology companies continue racing to expand computing capacity for increasingly powerful AI systems. Industry reports indicate that major technology firms—including Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, Oracle and
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Jul 71 min read
Oracle Expands AI Infrastructure with Massive Data Centre Investment
The cloud company plans record capital spending as demand for AI computing continues to accelerate. Oracle is significantly expanding its artificial intelligence infrastructure with record capital investment aimed at supporting growing demand for cloud computing and generative AI services. The company recently announced that it expects to spend substantially more on new data centres during the coming financial year, including continued construction of the Stargate AI campus i
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Jul 71 min read
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Governments Intensify AI Safety Testing as Advanced Models Grow More Powerful
Authorities are expanding evaluations of next-generation AI systems to better understand potential risks before public release. Governments are increasing efforts to evaluate advanced artificial intelligence models before they are released to the public, reflecting growing concern over cybersecurity, misinformation and national security risks. The U.S. government has expanded its voluntary AI evaluation programme to include additional frontier models developed by major techno
Jul 71 min read
Intel and Google Deepen Partnership to Advance AI Computing
The expanded collaboration aims to improve AI-focused processors for cloud infrastructure and enterprise workloads. Intel and Google have expanded their long-term technology partnership to accelerate the development of processors designed for artificial intelligence and large-scale cloud computing. The collaboration focuses on Intel's Xeon processors, which continue to play an important role in handling AI inference, enterprise applications and general cloud workloads. While
Jul 71 min read
Global AI Infrastructure Spending Expected to Reach Record Levels
Technology companies continue investing billions of dollars in chips, cloud platforms and data centres to support the next generation of artificial intelligence Global spending on artificial intelligence infrastructure is expected to reach record levels this year as technology companies continue racing to expand computing capacity for increasingly powerful AI systems. Industry reports indicate that major technology firms—including Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, Meta, Oracle and
Jul 71 min read
Oracle Expands AI Infrastructure with Massive Data Centre Investment
The cloud company plans record capital spending as demand for AI computing continues to accelerate. Oracle is significantly expanding its artificial intelligence infrastructure with record capital investment aimed at supporting growing demand for cloud computing and generative AI services. The company recently announced that it expects to spend substantially more on new data centres during the coming financial year, including continued construction of the Stargate AI campus i
Jul 71 min read
OpenAI Introduces First In-House AI Chip to Reduce Dependence on External Suppliers
The custom-designed processor marks OpenAI's latest effort to strengthen its AI infrastructure and reduce reliance on third-party graphics processors. OpenAI has unveiled its first custom-designed artificial intelligence chip, representing a significant milestone in the company's efforts to build its own AI infrastructure as global demand for computing power continues to surge. The processor, developed in partnership with Broadcom, has been engineered specifically for AI infe
Jul 71 min read
AI Chip Recovery Lifts Global Technology Stocks Ahead of Earnings Season
Semiconductor companies led gains on Wall Street as investors looked ahead to quarterly earnings from major technology firms. Technology stocks rebounded strongly on Wall Street as semiconductor companies recovered from recent losses, supported by renewed optimism surrounding artificial intelligence and the start of the corporate earnings season. The Nasdaq Composite and the S&P 500 Information Technology Index posted solid gains, with chipmakers leading the market higher. Br
Jul 71 min read
Broadcom Strengthens Long-Term Position with Extended Apple Chip Partnership
The agreement secures Broadcom's role in developing custom semiconductor technologies for Apple devices through 2031. Broadcom has strengthened its position in the global semiconductor industry after extending its long-term partnership with Apple through 2031, ensuring continued collaboration on custom chip technologies powering future consumer devices. The agreement covers the development and supply of specialised semiconductor components used across Apple's expanding hardwa
Jul 71 min read
AI Spending Boom Raises Investor Concerns Over Long-Term Returns
Analysts warn that soaring investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure may become difficult to justify if revenue growth slows. The global race to dominate artificial intelligence is driving unprecedented levels of corporate investment, but financial analysts are increasingly questioning whether every major technology company can achieve the returns investors expect. Companies including Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft and Oracle are collectively expected to invest
Jul 71 min read
Nvidia Pushes AI Computing to Personal Computers with New RTX Spark Chip
The company says the processor will enable advanced AI applications to run directly on laptops and desktops without relying entirely on cloud computing. Nvidia is expanding its artificial intelligence strategy beyond data centres with the launch of its new RTX Sparkprocessor, a chip designed to bring advanced AI capabilities directly to personal computers. Unveiled during the Computex technology exhibition, the processor enables laptops and compact desktop computers to run AI
Jul 71 min read
Microsoft Cuts Nearly 4,800 Jobs as AI Reshapes Workforce Strategy
The technology giant says the restructuring will help align resources with its long-term artificial intelligence ambitions while streamlining operations. Microsoft has announced plans to eliminate approximately 4,800 jobs, representing around 2.1% of its global workforce, as the company accelerates investment in artificial intelligence while restructuring key business divisions. The layoffs affect parts of Microsoft's commercial sales operations and Xbox division. Company exe
Jul 71 min read
UN Chief Calls for Global AI Rules as Technology Outpaces Regulation
Speaking at the first government-level global dialogue on artificial intelligence, the UN Secretary-General urged countries to work together on common safeguards for rapidly advancing AI technologies. United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has called for stronger international cooperation to regulate artificial intelligence, warning that the technology is evolving faster than governments can establish effective safeguards. Speaking at the first government-level Glo
Jul 72 min read
Microsoft Announces Nearly 4,800 Job Cuts as It Accelerates AI Investment
The restructuring reflects the technology giant's continued focus on artificial intelligence, cloud computing and organisational efficiency amid rising AI infrastructure spending. Microsoft has announced plans to eliminate approximately 4,800 jobs, representing about 2.1% of its global workforce, as the company restructures parts of its commercial operations and Xbox division while increasing investment in artificial intelligence infrastructure. The move makes Microsoft the l
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