Gartner forecasts that global spending on generative AI will reach $644 billion in 2025, marking a 76.4% increase from 2024. The report highlights that 80% of this spending will be on hardware, emphasizing the need for organizations to adapt their strategies and focus on embedded AI capabilities within existing systems.
Samsung has launched a new AI-powered vacuum cleaner that alerts users to incoming calls and messages via a built-in screen. With a powerful 400W motor and 160 minutes of battery life, it intelligently adjusts suction based on floor type and even features a self-emptying function for convenience.
Scientists at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed the first all-in-one chip for quantum internet, integrating multiple quantum photonic functions. This innovation enables the generation of broadband entangled qubits compatible with existing fiber-optic networks, paving the way for a scalable and secure quantum internet.
The 2025 Zhongguancun Forum opened on March 27, showcasing captivating technologies like intelligent robots that fascinated international guests. Highlights included a calligraphy robot, an interactive reception robot named Nia, and innovative XR smart glasses, all demonstrating significant advancements in robotics and immersive technology.
Scientists at QuTech have achieved a significant milestone in quantum computing by developing highly precise quantum gates on a diamond chip, with error rates as low as 0.001%. This advancement is crucial for building scalable quantum computers capable of solving complex problems beyond the reach of classical computers.
Stability AI has enhanced its music generation AI, “Stable Audio Open,” in collaboration with Arm, enabling offline music creation on mobile devices. The AI can generate audio samples and sound effects from text, significantly reducing generation time from minutes to seconds on Arm-powered smartphones.
NVIDIA’s CEO Jensen Huang unveiled the company’s AI chip roadmap through 2028 at the GTC 2025 conference. Upcoming releases include the upgraded Blackwell and the new Rubin chip, promising significant performance improvements. Huang emphasized the growing demand for computing power in advanced AI applications, highlighting collaborations with major tech firms.
Google is set to launch the Pixel 10 Series, featuring the innovative Pixel Sense AI, which integrates data from various Google apps for a personalized user experience. Powered by the new Tensor G5 chip, this flagship smartphone promises enhanced performance, particularly in AI processing and photography.
Google is reportedly collaborating with Taiwan’s MediaTek to develop the next-generation AI chip, TPU, set for production next year. This move comes as Google seeks to reduce its reliance on NVIDIA, while maintaining its partnership with Broadcom. The details remain unconfirmed by the involved companies.
SG Healthcare has signed an MOU with Mint Labs and Cheongdam Harrison Hospital to develop AI-based rehabilitation robots. The collaboration aims to create personalized rehabilitation solutions, enhancing treatment precision for patients with movement impairments due to strokes and other conditions, while leveraging advanced AI technologies for improved healthcare outcomes.
