Rakuten has joined the third phase of Japan’s GENIAC initiative to develop generative AI systems. Backed by METI and NEDO, the project supports research into Japanese language models with enhanced memory and personalization, aiming to strengthen domestic AI capabilities and benefit local industries.
Meta’s unprecedented investment in artificial super intelligence (ASI) signifies a bold move towards AI innovation. CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s focus on enhancing compute infrastructure aligns with the hefty aspiration of constructing multi-gigawatt data centers.
SK Telecom propels AI into the future with its innovative AX 3.1 Lite model, optimizing mobile applications with its 7 billion parameter structure. Through open-source accessibility on Hugging Face, SK Telecom aims to revolutionize localized language processing.
Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison is joining forces with Cisco and Nvidia to launch an AI Center of Excellence in Indonesia, aiming to propel local AI innovation. Leveraging Nvidia’s technology and Cisco’s security solutions, the project seeks to train a million Indonesians in AI by 2027.
In an ambitious evolution, Polish energy giant Orlen partners with Microsoft to launch Central Europe’s largest AI initiative. With a $105 billion investment, this collaboration enhances cybersecurity, streamlines operations, and boosts workforce efficiency.
Telstra is cutting hundreds of jobs as it ramps up AI adoption to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Amid rising inflation and energy prices, the company is reshaping its workforce and consolidating AI partnerships. CEO Vicki Brady says Telstra will be smaller but more efficient by 2030.
Indosat is using Nokia’s AI-based energy solution to cut emissions and boost efficiency across its mobile network. The system uses machine learning to manage traffic loads and reduce power usage during low-demand periods, marking a major step in the operator’s shift toward sustainable, tech-driven operations.
Major European firms, including Airbus and BNP Paribas, are urging the EU to delay the AI Act, warning that its complexity could hinder innovation and global competitiveness. While supporting regulation, they call for simpler rules to ensure Europe maintains its AI leadership.
Oracle has unveiled a $30 billion annual deal with OpenAI, fueling a major expansion in global data centers. With soaring demand and massive investment, Oracle expects rapid growth in cloud infrastructure, aiming to become a global leader in cloud services.
Alibaba Cloud is accelerating its global expansion with new data centers in Malaysia and the Philippines and a $52.7 billion investment in infrastructure. The launch of its AI Global Competency Center in Singapore highlights its push to train talent and deploy AI across industries.
