Huawei's AI Chip Ambitions Hit Hard by US Sanctions
This setback impacts not only Huawei but also China's broader ambitions to lead in AI technology.
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TSMC Secures $6.6B in US Chip Funding for Arizona Plants
This funding supports TSMC's historic $65 billion investment across three semiconductor plants in Arizona, representing the largest foreign direct investment in a new U.S. manufacturing project.
Sam Altman Advocates for U.S. Leadership in AI Development
"If we want a more democratic world, history tells us our only choice is to develop an AI strategy that will help create it, and that the nations and technologists who have a lead have a responsibility to make that choice — now."
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry Appoints AI Spokesperson for Consular Updates
Shi's role is to provide timely updates on consular affairs and deliver accurate and verified information from the consular department to the public.
Canada to Invest $1.8 Billion in Artificial Intelligence Sector to Boost Economy and Create Jobs
The centerpiece of the investment is a $1.5 billion allocation for computing capabilities and technological infrastructure to support the work of AI researchers, startups, and firms across the country.
Spain Taps IBM to Help Advance National AI Strategy
The agreement aims to create a leading suite of foundation models, including large language models (LLMs) and small language models (SLMs), proficient in Spanish and co-official languages.
U.S. and U.K. Announce Partnership on AI Safety Testing
The partnership comes at a crucial time as AI continues to develop rapidly, and both governments recognize the need for a shared approach to AI safety that can keep pace with the technology's emerging risks.
U.K. Joins EU's Chips Joint Undertaking to Bolster Semiconductor Research
By collaborating with European partners and accessing significant funding opportunities, the U.K. aims to foster innovation and maintain its leadership in this crucial technological field.
Europe Approves Landmark AI Act
The law will enter into force gradually, with the ban on prohibited practices taking effect six months after the legislation is finalized, and other provisions, such as the rules for high-risk systems, becoming applicable over the next few years.
Jailed Ex-Leader Imran Khan Claims Victory in Pakistan Election With AI-Generated Speech
The minute-long video, which paired historical images and footage of Khan with his AI-simulated voice, not only celebrated the electoral turnout but also rejected the victory claims of his rival, Nawaz Sharif, urging supporters to defend their win.
UK Signals Proactive Stance on AI Governance
Central to this strategy is the allocation of over £100 million towards empowering regulators and advancing AI research and innovation.
Preparing for Elections in an AI-Powered World: OpenAI Outlines Approach for 2024
OpenAI said it aims to focus on abuse prevention, content transparency, and access to accurate voting information.
Putin Reveals Russia's AI Ambitions to Counter Western Dominance
The Russian president expressed concerns about the Western monopoly over AI, particularly in terms of cultural representation.
U.S. Announces New Restrictions on China's Access to Advanced A.I. Chips
The rules expand on export controls first imposed in October 2022 and represent the latest move in an escalating tech standoff between the two superpowers.
Eight More AI Companies Commit to Voluntary National AI Safety Efforts
The latest companies joining the effort are Adobe, Cohere, IBM, Nvidia, Palantir, Salesforce, Scale AI and Stability AI.
UK to Invest £100 Million in AI Chips for New National Research Resource
The UK Research and Innovation agency is currently leading discussions about the acquisition of nearly 5,000 graphics processing units (GPUs) from NVIDIA.