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India deepens ties with Finland and Denmark

India is intensifying its strategic ties with Finland and Denmark as part of a broader effort to deepen cooperation with key Nordic countries.

In recent high-level conversations, Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke with Finland’s President Alexander Stubb and Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen.

These discussions focused on strengthening bilateral relations in advanced technologies such as quantum computing, 5G and 6G, AI, and cybersecurity, instead of limiting collaboration to traditional sectors. Sustainability, mobility, and digital transformation also featured prominently.

Modi and Stubb underlined the importance of India-Finland cooperation within the wider context of EU relations. Both leaders expressed hope for a timely conclusion of an India-EU free trade agreement, a sentiment echoed by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen.

The collaboration aims to bolster efforts in AI for disaster response and climate resilience, secure telecommunications, and semiconductor development, especially given ongoing geopolitical shifts and the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

In parallel, Modi reaffirmed India’s commitment to the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership during talks with Frederiksen.

The alliance prioritises environmentally responsible maritime practices instead of relying on conventional methods, and promotes innovation in green technologies and anti-piracy cooperation.

With the third India-Nordic Summit scheduled for later this year in Norway, the focus will be on expanding trade, climate action, and peace efforts with all five Nordic nations.

Meanwhile, India has overtaken Finland as the ‘World’s Happiest Country’ according to the latest Ipsos survey, with 88% of Indian respondents reporting happiness.

A milestone like this reflects a broader sense of national optimism and self-assurance as India continues to strengthen its global partnerships and expand its strategic influence across key sectors.

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BMW partners with DeepSeek for in-car AI features

BMW has announced plans to integrate AI developed by China’s DeepSeek into its vehicles sold in the Chinese market.

The announcement was made by CEO Oliver Zipse during the Shanghai Auto Show, aligning BMW with local brands such as Geely and Zeekr that have adopted similar AI technologies.

The DeepSeek-R1 model has been increasingly used across Chinese automotive sector to power intelligent cockpit systems, voice controls, and driving assistance.

Geely showcased its ‘Full-Domain AI for Smart Vehicles’, which includes AI-powered chassis control and driver interaction capabilities.

DeepSeek’s influence extends beyond automotive applications, with its technology now used in Chinese courtrooms, healthcare, and customer service.

A successor model, DeepSeek-R2, is expected soon and promises multilingual reasoning and enhanced coding capabilities, rivalling Western counterparts.

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SK Telecom investigates data breach after cyberattack

South Korean telecom leader SK Telecom has confirmed a cyberattack that compromised customer data following a malware infection.

The breach was detected on 19 April, prompting an immediate internal investigation and response. Authorities, including the Korea Internet Security Agency, have been alerted.

Personal information of South Korean customers was accessed during the attack, although the extent of the breach remains under review. In response, SK Telecom is offering a complimentary SIM protection service, hinting at potential SIM swapping risks linked to the leaked data.

The infected systems were quickly isolated and the malware removed. While no group has claimed responsibility, concerns remain over possible state-sponsored involvement, as telecom providers are frequent targets for cyberespionage.

It is currently unknown whether ransomware played a role in the incident. Investigations are ongoing as officials continue to assess the scope and origin of the breach.

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OpenAI partners with major news outlets

OpenAI has signed multiple content-sharing deals with major media outlets, including Politico, Vox, Wired, and Vanity Fair, allowing their content to be featured in ChatGPT.

As part of the deal with The Washington Post, ChatGPT will display summaries, quotes, and links to the publication’s original reporting in response to relevant queries. OpenAI has secured similar partnerships with over 20 news publishers and 160 outlets in 20 languages.

The Washington Post’s head of global partnerships, Peter Elkins-Williams, emphasised the importance of meeting audiences where they are, ensuring ChatGPT users have access to impactful reporting.

OpenAI’s media partnerships head, Varun Shetty, noted that more than 500 million people use ChatGPT weekly, highlighting the significance of these collaborations in providing timely, trustworthy information to users.

OpenAI has worked to avoid criticism related to copyright infringement, having previously faced legal challenges, particularly from the New York Times, over claims that chatbots were trained on millions of articles without permission.

While OpenAI sought to dismiss these claims, a US district court allowed the case to proceed, intensifying scrutiny over AI’s use of news content.

Despite these challenges, OpenAI continues to form agreements with leading publications, such as Hearst, Condé Nast, Time magazine, and Vox Media, helping ensure their journalism reaches a wider audience.

Meanwhile, other publications have pursued legal action against AI companies like Cohere for allegedly using their content without consent to train AI models.

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OpenAI eyes Chrome in bid to boost ChatGPT

OpenAI has expressed interest in acquiring Google’s Chrome browser if it were to be made available, viewing it as a potential boost for its AI platform, ChatGPT.

The remarks, made by Nick Turley, head of product for ChatGPT, surfaced during the US Department of Justice’s antitrust trial against Google. The case follows a 2023 ruling that found Google had maintained an illegal monopoly in online search and advertising.

Although Google has shown no intention to sell Chrome and plans to appeal, the DoJ has suggested the move as a remedy to restore competition.

Turley disclosed that OpenAI previously approached Google to use its search technology within ChatGPT, after facing limitations with Microsoft Bing, its current provider.

An email from OpenAI presented in court showed the company proposed using multiple partners, including Google’s search API, to improve the chatbot’s performance. Google, however, declined the request, citing fears of empowering rivals.

Turley confirmed there is currently no partnership with Google and noted that ChatGPT remains years away from answering most queries using its own search system.

The testimony also highlighted OpenAI’s distribution challenges. Turley voiced concerns over being shut out of key access points controlled by major tech firms, such as browsers and app stores.

While OpenAI secured integration with Apple’s iPhones, it has struggled to achieve similar placements on Android devices. Turley argued that forcing Google to share search data with competitors could instead speed up ChatGPT’s development and improve user experience.

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Quantum game shows power of entangled atoms

A team of physicists in collaboration with quantum computing company Quantinuum, has successfully tested a unique quantum game using lasers and atoms which demonstrates how quantum computers can outperform classical machines through a phenomenon known as quantum pseudotelepathy.

Using the Quantinuum System Model H1, researchers manipulated 20 ytterbium atoms arranged in a two-dimensional grid to create a “topological phase”, a highly stable, interconnected pattern of qubits.

These qubits, resistant to interference, enabled players to simulate a cooperative logic game where quantum entanglement allowed them to consistently solve tasks that classical players could not.

Achieving a success rate of around 95%, the study showcases the growing potential of current quantum hardware.

Although not a direct solution to global problems, it marks an important step in proving that quantum devices can already perform certain tasks that classical systems struggle with.

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Google invites African AI startups to join 2025 accelerator

Google has opened applications for its 2025 Startups Accelerator Africa programme, aiming to support early-stage African companies leveraging AI to solve critical local challenges.

The three-month initiative is open to Seed to Series A startups with a live product, at least one founder of African descent, and a strong focus on responsible AI development.

Successful applicants will receive tailored technical mentorship, up to $350,000 in Google Cloud credits, and access to a global network of investors and partners.

Participants will also benefit from workshops covering technology, strategy, leadership, and AI implementation.

Google emphasised that empowering local innovators is key to unlocking the potential of AI across the continent.

Since 2018, the programme has backed 140 startups from 17 countries, helping them raise over $300 million and create more than 3,000 jobs.

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Chinese AI sector eyes Huawei’s powerful 910C chip

Huawei is preparing to begin large-scale shipments of its new AI chip, the 910C, as early as next month.

The move is seen as a critical development in China’s ongoing effort to reduce reliance on US technology, especially after recent export restrictions on Nvidia’s H20 chip.

The 910C delivers performance on par with Nvidia’s H100 by combining two of Huawei’s earlier 910B chips in a single integrated package.

These enhancements, which include increased computing power and memory capacity, have attracted interest from Chinese AI developers scrambling for alternatives.

Despite Huawei’s refusal to confirm the reports, sources say sample shipments have already taken place. Some chips are being produced domestically using SMIC’s 7nm process, while others may involve components originally manufactured by TSMC, raising fresh regulatory scrutiny.

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AI expert Aidan Gomez joins Rivian board

Aidan Gomez, co‑founder and chief executive of AI specialist Cohere, has been appointed to the board of electric‑vehicle maker Rivian, according to a recent regulatory filing.

Rivian expanded its board and elected Gomez for a term running until 2026, signalling the company’s intent to deepen its software credentials.

Gomez brings a distinguished AI pedigree, having co‑authored the seminal 2017 paper ‘Attention Is All You Need’ and led research at Google Brain before launching Cohere in 2019.

Under his leadership, Cohere has trained large‐scale foundation models for enterprise clients such as Oracle and Notion, positioning it at the forefront of generative AI.

Rivian is already collaborating on a $5.8 billion joint venture with Volkswagen to develop and licence its electrical architecture and software. Parallel efforts include the creation of an in‑vehicle AI assistant, overseen by Rivian’s chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid.

Founder and CEO RJ Scaringe praised Gomez’s expertise as vital for integrating ‘cutting‑edge technologies into our products, services, and manufacturing.’

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AI startup caught in Dev Mode trademark row

Figma has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Swedish AI startup Loveable over the use of the term ‘Dev Mode,’ a name Figma trademarked in 2023.

Loveable recently introduced its own Dev Mode feature, prompting the design platform to demand the startup stop using the name, citing its established use and intellectual property rights.

Figma’s version of Dev Mode helps bridge the gap between designers and developers, while Loveable’s tool allows users to preview and edit code without linking to GitHub.

Despite their differing functions, Figma insists on protecting the trademark, even though ‘developer mode’ is a widely used phrase across many software platforms. Companies such as Atlassian and Wix have used similar terminology long before Figma obtained the trademark.

The legal move arrives as Figma prepares for an initial public offering, following Adobe’s failed acquisition attempt in 2023. The sudden emphasis on brand protection suggests the company is taking extra care with its intellectual assets ahead of its potential stock market debut.

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