Wuxi is accelerating its artificial intelligence initiatives, aiming for an industry scale exceeding 300 billion yuan by 2027. The city is fostering innovation through strategic partnerships and projects, enhancing its AI capabilities across various sectors, and positioning itself as a benchmark city for AI integration in manufacturing and technology.
The U.S. risks losing the AI race by focusing solely on advanced technology without adopting affordable, open-source models. To maintain its lead, it must integrate AI into its economy and military, promote transparency, and support the global dissemination of its AI technologies, countering China’s influence.
President Xi Jinping emphasized the need for China to overcome challenges in developing core AI technologies, particularly high-end chips. He called for enhanced basic research and self-reliance in the sector, amid ongoing trade tensions with the U.S. that restrict access to critical technologies for Chinese industries.
“بولينوم” and Abu Dhabi University have launched an AI Academy aimed at developing future leaders in artificial intelligence. The initiative combines advanced research with industry insights, offering tailored programs for executives and government officials to enhance their understanding of AI’s transformative potential in various sectors.
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang emphasized the importance of AI robots in driving innovation within Japanese companies during a meeting with Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. He highlighted the potential of combining AI with Japan’s robust robotics industry to enhance regional economies and foster collaboration between Japan and the U.S.
In a thought-provoking discussion, researcher Henrik Skaug Sætra warns that artificial intelligence threatens democracy by shaping our information landscape and creating echo chambers. He advocates for a critical evaluation of technology’s role in society, emphasizing the need for human control and the importance of traditional media in maintaining democratic values.
A bipartisan U.S. House committee has raised concerns about DeepSeek, claiming it poses a significant threat to national security. The committee urges NVIDIA to disclose sales information regarding chips used by DeepSeek, which allegedly has ties to the Chinese government and may bypass U.S. export controls.
Seongnam City has announced the installation of an AI-based resource sorting robot at its recycling facility. This initiative, part of a government program to support innovative products, aims to enhance recycling efficiency by automatically sorting various types of plastic waste, ultimately increasing daily sorting capacity and reducing carbon emissions.
The South Korean government plans to increase semiconductor investments to 33 trillion won, up from 26 trillion. This initiative aims to enhance global competitiveness amid rising uncertainties in the semiconductor sector. Key measures include infrastructure support, funding for next-generation technology, and incentives for small and medium-sized enterprises.
The South Korean government plans to increase semiconductor investments to 33 trillion won, up from 26 trillion. This initiative aims to enhance global competitiveness amid rising uncertainties in the semiconductor sector. Key measures include infrastructure support, funding for next-generation technology, and incentives for small and medium-sized enterprises.
