OpenAI has struck a deal with the UK government to advance AI development, pledging to invest in research, infrastructure, and public services. The partnership aims to boost economic growth and strengthen Britain’s position as a global AI leader.
Verizon raised its full year earnings forecast after strong service revenue and broadband growth in Q2. Despite losing wireless subscribers, gains in fixed broadband and wireless access helped offset declines.
Meta is pioneering sustainable construction with an AI-optimized concrete, developed in collaboration with Amrize and the University of Illinois. This innovative blend, used in their Minnesota data centers, reduces carbon emissions while meeting structural needs.
Ofcom is cracking down on scam calls that fake UK mobile numbers to deceive people. New rules aim to block spoofed calls from abroad, protecting users from fraud. Despite progress, scammers persist, so experts urge individuals to use call-blocking tools and stay alert to unknown numbers.
Nvidia is facing a significant challenge as it informs Chinese clients about the shortage of H20 chips, a crucial AI processor. This arises due to U.S. government delays in export licenses amidst trade tensions and restrictions.
Zain KSA and Cisco have joined forces to advance AI infrastructure in Saudi Arabia, supporting Vision 2030. Their collaboration will deliver GPU-powered services, foster digital innovation, and enhance local talent through AI training programs, aiming to position the Kingdom as a global leader in technology.
AT&T’s nationwide 5G RedCap network enhances IoT applications with energy-efficient solutions, transitioning from the decommissioned NB-IoT network. RedCap supports devices like wearables and AR gadgets, marking a shift to cost-effectiveness.
AWS has launched AgentCore, a powerful toolkit designed to simplify the deployment and management of AI agents. Integrated with Amazon Bedrock, it offers tools for memory, authentication, observability, and secure runtime, helping enterprises scale AI projects swiftly while maintaining control, security, and compliance across global operations.
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.
Oracle is investing $3 billion to expand its AI and cloud infrastructure in Europe, focusing on the Netherlands and Germany. The move supports rising demand for sovereign cloud services and digital transformation, with major boosts in Amsterdam and Frankfurt.
