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22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Google I/O showed how the path for AI-driven science is shifting

During the keynote at Google I/O, Demis Hassabis, CEO of DeepMind, stated that we are currently at the "feet of singularity." This remark came alongside a video showcasing how the WeatherNext program helped save lives during Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica last year. This contrast highlights the gap between the high ambitions of AI and the tangible outcomes of WeatherNext, which focuses on AI tools designed to solve specific scientific problems, while the latter aims for systems based on language models capable of conducting advanced research without human intervention.

Business

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

OpenAI opens Singapore AI lab as IMDA updates AI framework

OpenAI has announced the launch of its first Applied AI Lab outside the US in Singapore, backed by over S$300 million. This initiative, named OpenAI for Singapore, aims to create over 200 technical roles in the coming years. The lab will serve as a global hub for engineers working on AI deployment, aligning with Singapore's AI Mission priorities such as public service and finance. OpenAI plans to collaborate with local partners on education and workforce programs, including a chapter of the OpenAI Academy.

Models

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

HiDream AI Unveils Unified Multimodal Model with 200B+ Parameters, Raises New Funding

HiDream AI has launched the HiDream-O1-Image-Pro, a unified multimodal model based on the Unified Transformer architecture. Announced during the company's first open day on May 19, the model boasts over 200 billion parameters, enabling it to understand and generate images and videos. Unlike traditional models, HiDream-O1 integrates all capabilities from the initial training phase, allowing it to handle tasks such as text-to-image, image-to-text, and video processing within a unified framework. This new strategy marks a departure from common methods that separate understanding and generation tasks.

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ByteDance Releases Lance, a Lightweight Native Unified Multimodal AI Model

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Business

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Launches with Self-Developed AI Audio Chip, Sets Guinness Record

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro Launches with Self-Developed AI Audio Chip, Sets Guinness Record

Anker has launched the Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro and Pro Max headphones at its inaugural product launch event, featuring a self-developed AI audio chip that has achieved a Guinness World Record. The Liberty 5 Pro headphones utilize Anker's Thus AI chip, an integrated audio processor that significantly enhances sound processing and noise cancellation. This launch marks a crucial step for Anker in expanding its presence in the premium audio market. Targeting the luxury wireless headphone segment, the Liberty 5 Pro competes with products from companies like Apple, Sony, and Samsung.

Infrastructure

The Gulf’s AI Boom Has an Undersea Cable Problem

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Infrastructure

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

The Gulf’s AI Boom Has an Undersea Cable Problem

Gulf countries are under increasing pressure to rethink their internet infrastructure as the rise of AI amplifies the risks of cable disruptions. Major tech companies have made significant investments in the region, highlighting the need for robust networks to handle growing data demands. These new challenges necessitate innovative strategies to ensure service continuity, as any disruption could impact business and economic operations. The increasing reliance on AI across various sectors further emphasizes the need for a strong and reliable infrastructure.

Models

Zhipu AI Launches GLM-5.1 High-Speed API: 400 Tokens/s Sets New Global Benchmark

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Zhipu AI Launches GLM-5.1 High-Speed API: 400 Tokens/s Sets New Global Benchmark

Zhipu AI has launched the GLM-5.1 high-speed model, featuring a high-speed API capable of processing 400 tokens per second, establishing a new global benchmark in inference speed among major LLM providers. Targeting large enterprises, this model is designed for applications requiring real-time text generation, producing the equivalent of a full day of human writing in just one minute, thereby enhancing work efficiency.

Business

[AINews] New AI Infra unicorns: Exa, Modal, TurboPuffer

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

[AINews] New AI Infra unicorns: Exa, Modal, TurboPuffer

The 2026 AI Engineering Survey has launched, offering participants over $2,000 in credits. Notable achievements include Turbopuffer reaching $100 million in annual revenue and Modal securing $355 million in funding, highlighting rapid growth in the sector. New updates feature models like RAEv2 and Gated DeltaNet-2, with research indicating RAEv2 achieves significant improvements in convergence speed and reconstruction. Additionally, new evaluation methods are being introduced, suggesting untapped potential in AI models.

Arab AI Scene

e&, UAE CSC and OI launch UAE Sovereign AI platform for national-scale infrastructure

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

e&, UAE CSC and OI launch UAE Sovereign AI platform for national-scale infrastructure

The UAE has launched the Sovereign AI Platform during ISNR 2026 in Abu Dhabi, in collaboration with the UAE Cyber Security Council, e&, and Open Innovation AI. This platform delivers secure AI capabilities across national security and critical infrastructure, available for onboarding today. Organizations can deploy advanced AI technologies, including large language models and generative AI, within a fully UAE-controlled infrastructure. It features a Sovereign AI Security Framework that validates and monitors AI models before deployment in sensitive environments.

Governance

Trump Delays Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Governance

22 May 20266 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Trump Delays Executive Order on Artificial Intelligence

President Donald Trump announced the delay of an executive order on artificial intelligence, citing concerns over certain provisions. The signing was scheduled to occur during a ceremony with executives from AI companies. This decision follows pressure from Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg, with supporters of the tech sector fearing that some measures could reduce corporate profits. Trump emphasized he does not want to hinder the U.S. technological lead over China.