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24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

DeepSeek V4 Pro tops global bang-for-buck ranking after 75% price cut

Chinese AI start-up DeepSeek has announced a permanent 75% price cut on its V4 Pro model, making it one of the world's top performers in intelligence-per-dollar efficiency. This announcement follows the release of the much-anticipated V4 generation, which includes the flagship V4 Pro. This strategic move positions DeepSeek favorably against US competitors like OpenAI and Anthropic, highlighting its cost-effectiveness. The significant price reduction could reshape competitive dynamics in the global AI market.

Agents

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Anthropic may keep supplying Claude to the NSA despite being flagged as a supply chain risk by the Pentagon

Anthropic is likely to continue supplying AI models to the NSA, despite being labeled a supply chain risk. Intelligence agencies are lacking Nvidia's latest Grace Blackwell chips, and Anthropic's Mythos model reportedly operates on older hardware. The controversial 'any lawful use' clause that previously derailed negotiations is not part of the current deal, facilitating ongoing collaboration between Anthropic and the NSA. This development comes as agencies face shortages of advanced technology needed for their operations.

Models

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Researchers let Claude Code discover AI scaling algorithms that humans probably wouldn't have designed

Researchers from the University of Maryland, Google, and Meta utilized AutoTTS technology to enable a software agent to discover new control algorithms. The discovered algorithm achieved a 70% reduction in computing costs compared to traditional methods while maintaining accuracy. The research took only 160 minutes and cost a total of $40, demonstrating the effectiveness of this technology. This advancement is significant in artificial intelligence, allowing systems to enhance their performance independently without human intervention.

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Business

AIQ announces $340 million contract for large-scale deployment of agentic AI across ADNOC operations

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

AIQ announces $340 million contract for large-scale deployment of agentic AI across ADNOC operations

AIQ, a Presight company, has signed a $340 million contract with ADNOC to deploy ENERGYai and AI solutions across its upstream operations. This three-year contract aims to enhance efficiency and optimization in ADNOC's operations. ENERGYai leverages 70 years of proprietary data, combining large language models with agentic AI tailored for specific workflows. This technology will significantly reduce the time for critical business processes, from months to days, while minimizing costs and emissions.

Business

G42 Collaborates with POLITICO's Research and Analysis Division on Independent Research

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

G42 Collaborates with POLITICO's Research and Analysis Division on Independent Research

G42 has announced its collaboration with POLITICO's Research and Analysis Division to release an independent report titled "Sovereign AI Systems: Navigating the Global AI Infrastructure and Data Governance." The report examines the relationship between data sovereignty and AI infrastructure, highlighting how legal and political frameworks will shape the future of AI worldwide. G42 believes that AI will soon become an integral part of daily life, as evidenced by its well-known AI network vision.

Arab AI Scene

G42 and Mubadala Announce the Launch of M42

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

G42 and Mubadala Announce the Launch of M42

G42 and Mubadala have launched M42, an integrated healthcare company designed to revolutionize patient care. This new entity combines G42 Healthcare's data-centric technologies with Mubadala Health's advanced patient services. M42 aims to bridge the gap between healthtech advancements and clinical outcomes, enhancing the delivery of personalized care. The company plans to expand globally and partner with leaders in healthcare and pharmaceuticals.

Business

AI Access and Governance Take Center Stage at Upcoming Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

24 May 20268 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

AI Access and Governance Take Center Stage at Upcoming Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit

The inaugural Abu Dhabi Global AI Summit, hosted by G42, Microsoft, and the ResponsibleAI Future Foundation, will take place on November 2-3. This summit aims to gather government representatives, private sector executives, and AI leaders to shape a responsible global AI agenda. Key discussions will focus on building digital, energy, and physical infrastructure, empowering individuals with AI skills, and promoting responsible governance and transparency. These priorities are crucial as AI increasingly impacts economies and societies worldwide.

Models

Deepseek makes its 75 percent discount permanent, pricing output tokens at least 34x below GPT-5.5

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Deepseek makes its 75 percent discount permanent, pricing output tokens at least 34x below GPT-5.5

Deepseek has announced a permanent 75% discount on its V4-Pro model, reducing the price to $0.435 per million input tokens. This pricing makes V4-Pro 11.5 times cheaper than GPT-5.5 and over 34 times less expensive for output tokens. This strategic reduction is poised to significantly impact Western service providers reliant on higher pricing. As demand for token-based systems rises, these competitive rates may attract more customers to Deepseek, prompting a reevaluation of pricing strategies among Western companies. With such competitive pricing, Western firms may face increased pressure to maintain their market share.

Models

‘Rising Stars’ in AI research explore reasoning, trust, and real-world impact

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

23 May 20267 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

‘Rising Stars’ in AI research explore reasoning, trust, and real-world impact

The fifth Rising Stars in AI Symposium at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) gathered 25 exceptional early-career researchers from over 430 applicants. They focused on building the next generation of AI while addressing issues of reasoning, reliability, and impact. The symposium highlights the importance of transparency and trust in AI models, as researchers share insights on improving AI behavior when under evaluation. This reflects the growing scrutiny AI technologies face in real-world applications.