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19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

[AINews] How to land a job at a frontier lab (on Pretraining)

One day before the Google I/O conference, new releases from Gemini are anticipated. While competitors are expected to have a quiet week, Anthropic and OpenAI have achieved some small victories today. Kershaw released the first SpaceXAI model with intriguing details about synthetic data, while Vlad Feinberg's notes emphasize the importance of core-level job preparation. The practical performance of logical changes in large language models remains one of the biggest challenges.

Business

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Analog Devices in Talks to Acquire Empower Semiconductor for $1.5 Billion

Analog Devices is in advanced talks to acquire Empower Semiconductor for approximately $1.5 billion in cash. The deal is expected to be announced soon and comes amid a global investment surge in the data center sector. Empower specializes in manufacturing voltage regulation and power management chips used in artificial intelligence processors, which are crucial for expanding computing infrastructure. The rising demand for high computing capabilities underscores the significance of this acquisition.

Business

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Quark Capital Launches $400 Million Hedge Fund Focused on Asia

Quark Capital, owned by Taiwanese entrepreneur Kyle Su, has launched a $400 million hedge fund focused on technology investments in Asia. This move comes amid a strong recovery in Asian tech stocks, particularly in Taiwan and Japan, attracting investor interest in AI shares. The firm aims to adopt a low-net investment strategy, seeking promising opportunities while maintaining limited exposure to the market. Asian investment funds have averaged a 10% gain in the first four months of the year, outperforming the global average of 5.2%.

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Hitachi and Anthropic ink partnership to power Lumada 3.0 with frontier AI

What impact will this partnership have on the future of AI in critical industries?

Models

Alibaba hints Qwen3.7 AI model launch to step up AI race

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Alibaba hints Qwen3.7 AI model launch to step up AI race

Alibaba is set to hold its Cloud Summit on May 20, where it will unveil its new product, Qwen. The event is expected to feature the launch of the Qwen 3.7 model, aimed at enhancing the company's position in the AI race. This move comes amid increasing competition among major players in the AI sector, as Alibaba seeks to strengthen its technological capabilities. The Qwen 3.7 model is part of the company's strategy to deliver innovative solutions in the market, potentially impacting the strategies of other companies. The new model is anticipated to attract significant interest from developers and users across various sectors.

Models

The last six months in LLMs in five minutes

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Models

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

The last six months in LLMs in five minutes

At PyCon US 2026, a lightning talk summarized the last six months of developments in large language models (LLMs). This period is significant due to what is termed the November 2025 inflection point, which was crucial for coding advancements. During this time, the 'best' model changed hands five times among companies like Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google, highlighting intense market competition. The talk emphasized how these shifts impact software development and industry standards.

Arab AI Scene

Communications Minister Meets with International Leaders to Advance Saudi Role in AI Era | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Communications Minister Meets with International Leaders to Advance Saudi Role in AI Era | Ministry of Communications and Information Technology

During his official visit to Switzerland on September 7, 2025, Minister of Communications and Information Technology Abdullah Alswaha held high-level meetings to strengthen Saudi Arabia's global role in promoting inclusivity in artificial intelligence (AI) and digital economy development. The meetings included discussions with the UN International Telecommunication Union Secretary-General, focusing on enhancing international cooperation in innovation and technology. Strategies for ensuring that all nations benefit from AI advancements were also addressed.

Business

The Kingdom Signs an Agreement with the World Economic Forum to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Business

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

The Kingdom Signs an Agreement with the World Economic Forum to Accelerate Industrial Transformation

Saudi Arabia has solidified its role as a global industrial leader by signing a cooperation agreement with the World Economic Forum. This agreement aims to develop a scalable model for industrial transformation, enhancing the Kingdom's position as a regional hub. The focus is on accelerating industrial transformation and promoting technology adoption through a digital toolkit. It underscores Saudi Arabia's commitment to adopting international best practices in industrial transformation and its role in the Lighthouse Operating System.

Infrastructure

Port of NEOM Strengthens Role in Global Supply Chain Connectivity

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Infrastructure

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Port of NEOM Strengthens Role in Global Supply Chain Connectivity

The Port of NEOM has reached a significant milestone with the arrival of Saudi Arabia's first fully automated, remote-controlled Ship-To-Shore and Electric Rubber-Tyred Gantry cranes. This advancement supports its goal of becoming a global hub for smart, sustainable trade. Strategically located on the Red Sea, the port serves as a critical gateway on the East-West trade route. The new cranes will enhance the port's automation strategy, enabling high-efficiency operations and a future-ready workforce model.

Arab AI Scene

NEOM AND THE NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

Arab AI Scene

19 May 20263 Dhuʻl-Hijjah 1447 AH

NEOM AND THE NATIONAL TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM PARTNERSHIP

NEOM and the National Technology Development Program (NTDP) have formed a strategic partnership to enhance the Web3 ecosystem in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration aims to establish accelerator programs that support startups with mentorship and funding. The FutureSpark Base Camp Accelerator Program, developed with Outlier Ventures, marks the partnership's first achievement. Ten startups were selected for the inaugural cohort, which began in October 2024 and concluded with a workshop in NEOM.