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New Zealand’s National Party wants data centers to bring their own power

New Zealand's policy could drive renewable energy growth, attract significant AI investment, and stabilize electricity costs for consumers.

5 days ago · By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

California man arrested over alleged $300 million Nvidia AI chip smuggling scheme to China

The arrest highlights escalating tensions in US-China tech relations, potentially tightening export controls and scrutiny on global tech supply chains.

5 days ago · By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

SoftBank investors prioritize AI returns over borrowing costs

SoftBank's AI-focused strategy highlights a shift towards long-term asset appreciation, despite rising borrowing costs and speculative credit ratings.

6 days ago · By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Firmus seeks A$43.7 billion valuation in landmark Australian IPO

Firmus's ambitious IPO highlights the growing investor appetite for AI infrastructure, but also underscores significant risks tied to execution and debt.

6 days ago · By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

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Chinese state-backed lender financed servers packed with restricted Nvidia chips

Oct. 1, 2026

Chinese state-backed lender financed servers packed with restricted Nvidia chips

The event highlights the challenges of enforcing export controls, potentially necessitating stricter financial scrutiny to curb circumvention.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

OpenAI and Meta push AI agents into sensitive tasks

Oct. 1, 2026

OpenAI and Meta push AI agents into sensitive tasks

The integration of AI agents into sensitive tasks could redefine workplace efficiency but raises critical questions about trust and regulation.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Anthropic plans pre-IPO investor day on October 14

Oct. 1, 2026

Anthropic plans pre-IPO investor day on October 14

Anthropic's pre-IPO investor day highlights the tension between rapid growth potential and significant financial commitments, impacting investor confidence.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

NEAR AI Cloud brings private inference to GitHub Copilot through a VSCode extension

Oct. 1, 2026

NEAR AI Cloud brings private inference to GitHub Copilot through a VSCode extension

Developers gain enhanced privacy and flexibility, while NEAR token holders benefit from a staking model that integrates with AI services.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Epoch AI data shows ChatGPT users are chatting more often, and at greater length

Oct. 1, 2026

Epoch AI data shows ChatGPT users are chatting more often, and at greater length

Increased ChatGPT engagement highlights a growing reliance on AI tools, yet monetization challenges persist, impacting market dynamics.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Grok reportedly advised Trump before the operation to capture Maduro

Oct. 1, 2026

Grok reportedly advised Trump before the operation to capture Maduro

AI's role in geopolitical decisions raises ethical concerns and questions about the influence of tech executives in governmental affairs.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Ro Khanna asks top AI labs to disclose Chinese attempts to steal model weights

Oct. 1, 2026

Ro Khanna asks top AI labs to disclose Chinese attempts to steal model weights

Khanna's inquiry highlights the critical need for robust cybersecurity in AI, potentially reshaping global tech competition and policy.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Fed’s Williams says AI is reshaping supply in ways not fully understood

Oct. 1, 2026

Fed’s Williams says AI is reshaping supply in ways not fully understood

AI's impact on supply chains could complicate inflation control, potentially delaying monetary policy adjustments and economic stability.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

Anthropic adds Claude Code mods for behavior and interface changes

Oct. 1, 2026

Anthropic adds Claude Code mods for behavior and interface changes

The introduction of mods in Claude Code enhances customization but necessitates stringent security measures to manage potential risks effectively.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ

California attorney general subpoenas OpenAI over AI agent cyber incidents

Oct. 1, 2026

California attorney general subpoenas OpenAI over AI agent cyber incidents

The subpoena against OpenAI highlights growing regulatory scrutiny on AI security, potentially reshaping compliance standards across the tech industry.

By DIEGO ALMADA LOPEZ