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Google Partners with Kairos Power to Build Advanced Nuclear Reactor for AI Data Centers

Google and Kairos Power announce plans to construct a small modular nuclear reactor in Tennessee, aiming to power AI-driven data centers by 2030. This marks a significant step in addressing the growing energy demands of Big Tech and advancing nuclear technology.

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India Leads APAC in AI Adoption: Dell Technologies Report Highlights Regional Trends and Challenges

A new report commissioned by Dell Technologies reveals India's leadership in AI adoption across the Asia-Pacific region, driven by government and industry initiatives. The study also highlights key trends, challenges, and strategies for successful AI implementation in the APAC market.

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EY India Appoints Gaurav Bhalotia as CTO to Spearhead AI-Driven Innovation

EY India has named Gaurav Bhalotia as its new Chief Technology Officer to lead the firm's technology and innovation strategy, with a focus on developing AI-powered business solutions.

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Grammarly Unveils AI-Powered Agents and New Interface in Major Overhaul

Grammarly introduces a suite of AI agents and a redesigned interface, transforming its platform from a simple proofreading tool to a comprehensive AI-powered writing assistant for students and professionals.

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Perplexity Expands Finance Dashboard with Live Earnings Call Transcripts for Indian Stocks

AI startup Perplexity enhances its Finance dashboard by adding live transcriptions of Indian public companies' quarterly earnings calls and a calendar for post-results conference calls, expanding its services beyond U.S. stocks.

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SoftBank Acquires Foxconn's Ohio Facility for $375 Million to Manufacture AI Servers for Stargate Project

SoftBank has purchased Foxconn's Ohio plant for $375 million to produce AI servers for the Stargate project. Foxconn will continue to operate the facility, which will be retrofitted for AI server production.

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Google Fined A$55M for Anticompetitive Deals with Australian Telcos

Google has agreed to pay A$55 million in fines for anticompetitive practices in Australia, involving exclusive deals with major telecom providers Telstra and Optus for pre-installing Google Search on Android phones.

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OpenAI Updates GPT-5 to Be 'Warmer and Friendlier' Following User Feedback

OpenAI has made subtle changes to GPT-5's personality, aiming to make it more approachable after users complained about its formal tone. The company is also working on allowing greater customization of ChatGPT's style.

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Faraday Future Unveils Ambitious "EAI + Crypto" Strategy, Blending AI Mobility with Web3

Faraday Future, an electric vehicle startup, announces a bold new strategy combining AI mobility with crypto assets, including plans for a multi-billion dollar crypto treasury and tokenized vehicle sales.

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Meta's 'Hypernova' Smart Glasses with Built-In Display Set to Launch at $800

Meta is preparing to launch its first smart glasses with a built-in display, codenamed 'Hypernova', at a competitive price point of $800. The device aims to challenge smartphones and establish Meta's position in the wearable tech market.

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Duolingo CEO Clarifies Controversial "AI-First" Strategy, Emphasizing No Layoffs Planned

Duolingo's CEO Luis von Ahn addresses criticism over the company's "AI-first" declaration, explaining it was misunderstood due to lack of context. He affirms no plans for full-time employee layoffs and highlights the company's ongoing AI experimentation.

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Former Twitter CEO Parag Agrawal Launches AI Startup Parallel, Outperforming GPT-5 in Web Research

Parag Agrawal, ex-Twitter CEO, introduces Parallel Web Systems, an AI startup focused on empowering AI agents to interact with the web in real-time, outperforming both humans and GPT-5 in complex web research tasks.

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16 Aug 2025

OpenAI's Valuation Soars to $500 Billion as Employees Seek $6 Billion Stock Sale

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is in talks for a $6 billion stock sale that could value it at $500 billion. This potential deal highlights the company's rapid growth and the fierce competition for AI talent.

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Meta Plans Fourth AI Restructuring in Six Months, Intensifying Silicon Valley's AI Race

Meta is set to overhaul its AI efforts for the fourth time in six months, dividing its Superintelligence Labs into four distinct groups as CEO Mark Zuckerberg pushes for rapid advancements in artificial general intelligence.

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ChatGPT's Mobile App Dominates AI Market with $2B Revenue, Outperforming Rivals

ChatGPT's mobile app has generated $2 billion in consumer spending since its launch, significantly outperforming competitors like Claude, Copilot, and Grok. The app's revenue has increased sixfold since 2024, showcasing its dominance in the AI chatbot market.

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