1. Meta’s chief AI scientist plans exit for new startup
Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun is reportedly preparing to leave the company to start his own AI venture, according to Reuters. His move could reshape Meta’s AI direction and spark more researcher exits from Big Tech.
LeCun’s exit may trigger a wave of AI talent migration toward independent startups.
2. Nebius group signs $3 billion AI-cloud deal with Meta
Amsterdam-based Nebius Group signed a $3 billion, five-year deal with Meta to deliver AI compute infrastructure. Deployment begins in three months.
The deal reflects the surging global demand for nontraditional AI infrastructure providers.
3. Microsoft to invest $10 billion in Portuguese AI hub
Microsoft unveiled plans to build a $10 billion AI data hub in Portugal, making it one of Europe’s largest AI infrastructure projects.
The investment strengthens Portugal’s role as a growing European AI powerhouse.
4. Google to spend €5 billion expanding data centers in Germany
Alphabet Inc. will invest €5 billion in expanding data centers near Frankfurt and Hanau to support cloud and AI operations.
Google’s expansion highlights Europe’s rising importance in global AI capacity.
5. SoftBank doubles profit to $16.6 billion on AI gains
SoftBank reported quarterly profits of $16.6 billion, driven by its investments in OpenAI and AI-related firms.
AI investments boosted SoftBank’s profit, reinforcing investor confidence in the sector.
6. India introduces new “do no harm” AI guidelines
India launched AI governance rules built around the “Do No Harm” principle to ensure responsible innovation.
India’s ethical AI framework could shape tech regulation across emerging economies.
7. Lovable nears 8 million users as AI coding platform booms
Swedish AI coding startup Lovable announced it is approaching 8 million users, up from 2.3 million in July.
Lovable’s growth signals rising adoption of conversational AI coding tools.
8. Study finds AI robots unsafe for real-world use
Researchers from King’s College London and Carnegie Mellon found that AI-powered robots failed safety tests and made harmful decisions.
The study warns that current AI models are unsafe for integration into physical systems.
9. Nvidia CEO warns: “No TSMC, no Nvidia”
During his Taiwan visit, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang acknowledged his firm’s total reliance on TSMC for chip production.
Huang’s statement underscores global dependence on Taiwan’s chip manufacturing.
10. UBS predicts S&P 500 will hit 7,500 by 2026
UBS Global Research forecasted the S&P 500 would reach 7,500 by 2026, driven by AI-fueled growth.
UBS expects AI to continue powering stock market gains through 2026.
11. China introduces H-1B-style visa to attract tech talent
China launched a new visa program modeled on the U.S. H-1B system to lure foreign AI and semiconductor experts.
China’s policy shift signals a push to expand its global tech talent pool.
12. AI operations in U.S. emit 900,000 tons of CO₂ yearly
A new Environmental Research Letters study found AI operations in the U.S. now emit 900,000 tons of CO₂ annually.
Researchers call for greener AI strategies as energy demands rise.
13. Google and Microsoft’s European data bets intensify AI race
Google’s €5 billion German investment and Microsoft’s $10 billion Portuguese hub mark a new European AI infrastructure race.
The projects establish Europe as a growing hub for global AI expansion.
14. SoftBank’s record profit reinforces global AI gold rush
SoftBank’s $16.6 billion profit is fueling investor optimism and renewed capital inflows into AI startups.
AI’s profitability continues to attract heavy investor attention worldwide.
15. AI talent exodus signals larger shift beyond Big Tech
Yann LeCun’s possible exit from Meta symbolizes a broader trend of researchers leaving tech giants for startups.
The decentralization of AI research may diversify innovation but fragment collaboration.