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14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

ChatGPT returns to WhatsApp in Europe after EU forces Meta to open the door to rival AI bots

OpenAI has re-enabled ChatGPT on WhatsApp, but only within the European Economic Area, which includes 27 EU member states along with Liechtenstein, Iceland, and Norway. This move follows pressure from the European Union on Meta, compelling the company to allow rival AI bots access. This change reflects a growing trend towards enhancing competition in the AI market. The return is a significant step in promoting the use of AI in daily communication, enabling users in Europe to benefit from new technologies. It also paves the way for further innovations in this sector.

Governance

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Google’s Demis Hassabis says it’s time for a global AI watchdog — led by the US

During a panel session at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, called for the establishment of an AI regulatory body. He argued that the United States is best positioned to lead this initiative due to its economic and technical standing. The proposed organization would resemble existing regulators like the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority and would consist of independent experts and representatives from open-source communities. It would have the authority to evaluate frontier models before their release, enhancing safety in the field.

Business

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

PixVerse's $2B valuation shows investors still believe AI video generation has room for another winner

PixVerse, an AI video startup, has announced its valuation exceeding $2 billion following an extended Series C funding round. This funding round highlights investors' continued confidence in AI video generation, as PixVerse aims to carve out a niche in a crowded market. The company has demonstrated significant growth in demand for its innovative solutions. This new valuation signals the importance of innovations in AI-driven video, opening new opportunities for investors and businesses in this expanding sector.

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Limited control, rising dependencies leave UAE enterprises exposed in AI age: IBM

How can UAE enterprises enhance their sovereignty over AI systems?

Models

Claude responds with more warmth in Hindi and more rigor in Russian, showing how language shapes AI answers

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Models

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Claude responds with more warmth in Hindi and more rigor in Russian, showing how language shapes AI answers

Anthropic has released a new study examining the values expressed by Claude models, mapping hundreds of value concepts derived from thousands of terms. The study highlights systematic differences across Claude models and languages, showing that the model responds with more warmth in Hindi and more rigor in Russian. These findings raise important questions about how language influences AI responses, suggesting a need for further research in this critical area.

Agents

Alibaba to team up with Honor in race to build AI agentic devices

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Agents

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Alibaba to team up with Honor in race to build AI agentic devices

Alibaba Group and Honor are set to deepen their partnership over an operating system for AI-powered devices, as competition in the emerging 'AI phone' segment intensifies in China. The partnership is expected to be announced at the upcoming World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) starting Friday in Shanghai, alongside demonstrations of new agent capabilities developed by both companies. This move highlights the significance of innovation in the smartphone market, as Alibaba and Honor aim to strengthen their presence in this growing field, potentially impacting competitors' strategies.

Business

How to manage AI investments in the agentic era

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Business

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

How to manage AI investments in the agentic era

The article discusses how enterprises can manage their AI investments by measuring useful work per dollar. This includes improving efficiency and scaling high-value workflows. These strategies are crucial in the agentic era, where the importance of AI in achieving tangible results is increasing. Companies adopting these methods will likely see better returns on their investments. The article emphasizes the importance of performance measurement and evaluating the effectiveness of AI investments, aiding leaders in making informed decisions. This will enable companies to adapt to rapid market changes.

Agents

JD.com Enters Embodied AI: First RoboBase Robot Facility Breaks Ground in Guangzhou

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Agents

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

JD.com Enters Embodied AI: First RoboBase Robot Facility Breaks Ground in Guangzhou

JD.com has commenced construction on its first Robot Base in Guangzhou, marking its formal entry into the embodied AI industry. The facility, with an investment of approximately 1 billion RMB, is expected to be completed by 2028 and achieve full production by 2030, generating an annual output value of 1.75 billion RMB. The initiative represents a strategic shift for JD.com from being a logistics infrastructure operator to an embodied AI ecosystem platform. The company plans to establish over 80 RoboBase facilities nationwide, intending to procure 3 million robots, 1 million autonomous vehicles, and 100,000 drones over the next five years.

Business

Son: AI Investments to Reach $5 Trillion Annually by 2040

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Business

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Son: AI Investments to Reach $5 Trillion Annually by 2040

Masayoshi Son, CEO of SoftBank, dismissed concerns about an investment bubble in artificial intelligence, predicting that the sector will require annual investments of $5 trillion by 2040. During the SoftBank 2026 conference in Tokyo, Son stated that this level of spending would be justified if AI becomes one of the largest drivers of the global economy.

Infrastructure

Nvidia Reduces Authorized Asian Customers for AI Chips

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Infrastructure

14 Jul 202629 Muharram 1448 AH

Nvidia Reduces Authorized Asian Customers for AI Chips

Nvidia has reduced the number of authorized Asian customers for its AI chips by over half, following the establishment of a new 'white list' for companies that passed stricter compliance checks. According to the Financial Times, Nvidia has intensified due diligence procedures in Singapore, Malaysia, and Japan, resulting in the exclusion of more than half of its previous customers, particularly new cloud service providers. This move is part of a renewed review process, allowing companies that failed the initial review to make changes and reapply, amid U.S. directives aimed at limiting advanced AI chip access to China.