The Future of AI, Automation & Digital Innovation
OVHcloud, a European cloud provider, is venturing into frontier AI model development with plans to open-source them. The move aims to position Europe as a viable alternative to US and Chinese giants amid growing data sovereignty concerns.
ASML, the Dutch giant of lithography machines, has announced it is looking for new startups similar to Mistral AI to invest in. Its CEO, Christophe Fouquet, confirmed in an interview with Sifted that the company wants to replicate its bet on generative artificial intelligence, in a move that reflects how traditional tech leaders are trying to secure a place in the AI ecosystem.
Tesco, one of the UK's largest supermarkets, is migrating approximately 40,000 servers off VMware and has filed a lawsuit against Broadcom in the UK High Court for over £100 million, accusing the company of 'abusive conduct'. This move represents one of the largest public migrations from VMware since Broadcom acquired the company.
The adoption of artificial intelligence in the business world faces a growing obstacle: lack of transparency. Organizations demand explainable models and governance to mitigate regulatory and reputational risks, thus accelerating trust in these technologies.
Sam Altman stated that artificial intelligence will 'probably' lead to the end of the world, although great companies will emerge along the way. The phrase reflects the tension between the existential risks of AI and the enormous economic opportunities it promises.
OpenAI has launched an update that allows ChatGPT to remember tasks and send proactive notifications. The tool turns the chatbot into a personal assistant that not only responds but also initiates conversations to alert you about deadlines, changes, or events. This move marks a before and after in the daily usefulness of AI.
Tesco has removed thousands of VMware servers and withdrawn 40,000 licenses, accusing Broadcom of abusive conduct after its acquisition. The case could trigger a mass exodus of corporate clients toward alternatives like Nutanix or open source.
Uber partners with Lucid and Nuro to launch a premium robotaxi service in Houston in 2027. The move aims to compete directly with Waymo, leveraging a fleet of luxury electric vehicles and Nuro's autonomous technology.
Microsoft has decided to close Ninja Theory, the studio behind the Hellblade series, according to The Verge. The move is part of an Xbox 'reset' aimed at cutting costs and refocusing content strategy. Other studios like Compulsion Games and Double Fine are negotiating their independence.
Elon Musk announced that Tesla's Autopark system will receive an AI-based update that remembers the driver's parking preferences. The feature, expected in the coming months, aims to reduce manual interventions, currently the main cause of FSD disengagement.
Epic Games has announced the integration of generative artificial intelligence into upcoming versions of Unreal Engine. The move aims to democratize 3D content creation, reducing time and costs, but raises questions about the future of creative work.
Artificial intelligence is boosting cyberattacks targeting mass sporting events. A new TechRadar report shows an alarming increase in security incidents, forcing a rethink of protection strategies.