US Restricts Swiss Access to Advanced AI Chips in Export Control Shift
The United States has excluded Switzerland from a list of allied nations with unrestricted access to advanced AI processors, impacting Swiss research and business. The move places Switzerland under quota restrictions while granting unlimited access to 18 other trusted allies.
Apple Taps Veteran Executive to Lead Siri and AI Transformation
Apple reassigns Kim Vorrath, a 37-year company veteran, to strengthen its AI initiatives and fix Siri's performance issues. The strategic move comes as Apple prepares major AI improvements for iOS, including a large language model version of Siri to compete with ChatGPT and Gemini.
Meta's $60 Billion AI Push: Zuckerberg's Bold Vision for 2025
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta's massive $60-65 billion investment in AI infrastructure, including plans for a gigantic data center and AI coding systems. The ambitious strategy aims to establish Meta AI as a leading assistant serving over 1 billion users while advancing American technology leadership.
LinkedIn Premium Users Sue Platform Over Alleged AI Training Data Privacy Breach
LinkedIn faces a class-action lawsuit from Premium subscribers who claim their private messages were shared without consent for AI model training. The legal battle unfolds as LinkedIn denies allegations while simultaneously becoming involved in a major AI infrastructure venture.
iPad 11's AI Support in Question as Leaked A16 Chip Specifications Surface
Conflicting reports emerge about the upcoming iPad 11's Apple Intelligence capabilities, with a leaked A16 chip specification contradicting earlier claims. The debate centers on whether the tablet will meet the minimum RAM requirements for AI features, as uncertainty grows ahead of its expected spring launch.
Goldman Sachs Unveils AI Assistant to Boost Employee Productivity
Goldman Sachs rolls out an innovative AI assistant to 10,000 employees, leveraging models from OpenAI, Google, and Meta to handle tasks from email summaries to code translation. The financial giant plans to expand access company-wide while training the system to embody Goldman's culture and practices.
Perplexity AI Makes Bold Merger Bid for TikTok Amid US Ban Threat
AI search startup Perplexity AI proposes a surprising merger with TikTok's US operations as the platform faces a potential ban. The deal would allow ByteDance investors to retain stakes while combining Perplexity's AI capabilities with TikTok's vast video content.
Microsoft Mandates Copilot AI in Office Apps with Price Hike
Microsoft announces first price increase in 12 years for Microsoft 365 subscriptions, bundling mandatory Copilot AI features across Office applications. The $3 monthly increase affects 84 million consumers, though temporary opt-out options are available through limited 'Classic' plans.
Nord Security Founders Launch $8M AI Infrastructure Platform Nexos.ai
Nord Security's founders unveil Nexos.ai, a new enterprise platform backed by $8M in funding that streamlines AI deployment and provides access to over 200 AI models. The solution offers enhanced security, automatic provider switching, and intelligent caching to address key challenges in production AI implementations.
Nvidia CEO Downplays Market Cap: 'We're Still a Small Company'
Despite reaching a $3.33 trillion market value, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang maintains the company's 'small' status with just 32,000 employees. Huang emphasizes focused innovation over expansion, stating Nvidia will only pursue unique projects where they can make significant improvements.