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Nvidia plans to manufacture AI chips in the US for the first time
The tech giant said it has commissioned more than one million square feet of manufacturing space to build and test its specialized Blackwell chips in Arizona and AI supercomputers in Texas — part of an investment the company said will produce up to half a trillion dollars of AI infrastructure in the next four years.
Meta’s Zuckerberg disputes US antitrust case in trial testimony
Meta is facing a major legal battle in the U.S. that could break it apart. Regulators say Meta’s purchases of Instagram and WhatsApp were illegal and hurt competition. If Meta loses, it might be forced to sell both apps. The trial is seen as a key moment in the fight to control Big Tech’s power.
OpenAI’s new GPT-4.1 AI models focus on coding
OpenAI has launched GPT-4.1, a new set of AI models designed to help with coding. These models—GPT-4.1, Mini, and Nano—can handle large amounts of code and follow instructions better than before. OpenAI aims to create AI that can build apps from start to finish, and GPT-4.1 is a step in that direction.
Apple to enhance AI technology using on-device user data analysis
Apple is boosting its AI by analyzing user data directly on devices, keeping personal information private. They’re using synthetic data—AI-made examples—and anonymous user trends to train their models without accessing real emails or messages. This approach helps improve features like email summaries and writing tools while respecting user privacy.
Scientists Discovered How to Generate Truly Random Numbers. It May Make Your Data Unhackable.
Scientists have achieved a breakthrough in generating truly random numbers using a 56-qubit quantum computer, marking a significant advancement in cybersecurity. Unlike classical computers that simulate randomness, this quantum approach produces unpredictable numbers, enhancing data encryption. The method generates long strings of random bits with high entropy, ensuring they are unguessable and secure.
Trump admin cuts $2.2B in Harvard funding after university defies demands
Harvard University has refused to comply with the Trump administration’s demands, which included audits of campus diversity and changes to admissions policies. In response, the administration froze $2.2 billion in federal funding, a significant portion of Harvard’s budget. Harvard’s president, Alan Garber, stated that the university would not surrender its independence or constitutional rights.
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How Starlink took over Africa’s largest internet market
Elon Musk’s Starlink is rapidly transforming Nigeria’s internet landscape. Since its 2023 launch, it has become the country’s second-largest internet provider. Despite higher costs, Nigerians are eager to pay for better connectivity, especially in areas where traditional providers fall short. Starlink’s swift growth is reshaping the market and challenging local competitors.