OpenAI has agreed to purchase up to 750 megawatts of computing power from AI chipmaker Cerebras over the next three years. The deal, announced on 14 January, is expected to be worth more than US$10 billion and will support ChatGPT and other AI services.
Cerebras will provide cloud services powered by its wafer-scale chips, which are designed to run large AI models more efficiently than traditional GPUs. OpenAI plans to use the capacity primarily for inference and reasoning models that require high compute.
Cerebras will build or lease data centres filled with its custom hardware, with computing capacity coming online in stages through 2028. OpenAI said the partnership would help improve the speed and responsiveness of its AI systems as user demand continues to grow.
The deal is also essential for Cerebras as it prepares for a second attempt at a public listing, following a 2025 IPO that was postponed. Diversifying its customer base beyond major backers such as UAE-based G42 could strengthen its financial position ahead of a potential 2026 flotation.
The agreement highlights the wider race among AI firms to secure vast computing resources, as investment in AI infrastructure accelerates. However, some analysts have warned that soaring valuations and heavy spending could resemble past technology bubbles.
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The European Commission is set to unveil the Digital Networks Act (DNA), a major revamp of EU telecom regulations aimed at boosting investment in digital infrastructure.
A draft document indicates the Commission plans to grant indefinite-duration radio spectrum licences, introducing ‘use-it-or-share-it’ conditions to prevent hoarding and encourage active deployment.
The DNA also calls for tighter oversight of dominant firms, including transparency, non-discrimination, and pricing rules in related markets.
Fibre rollout guidance and flexible copper replacement deadlines aim to harmonise investment and support 2030 connectivity goals across member states.
Large online platforms are expected to engage in a voluntary cooperative framework moderated by the Body of European Regulators for Electronic Communications (BEREC).
The approach avoids mandatory levies or binding duties, focusing instead on technical dialogue and ‘best practice’ codes while leaving enforcement largely to national regulators.
The draft shifts focus from forcing Big Tech to fund networks to reforming spectrum and telecom rules to boost investment. Member states and the European Parliament will negotiate EU coordination, national discretion, and net neutrality protections.
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MetaMask has launched native Tron support on mobile and in the browser, completing its integration with the Tron DAO, announced last August. The move strengthens MetaMask’s shift towards a fully multichain strategy beyond its Ethereum roots.
Tron-based assets, decentralised applications, staking, and USDT transfers can now be managed directly within MetaMask’s self-custody wallet. Users can swap assets across Tron, EVM chains, Solana, and Bitcoin without extra wallet software.
The integration connects MetaMask to Tron, one of the busiest stablecoin networks, with $21 billion in daily transfers and millions of active wallets. Tron’s strong presence in payments and decentralised finance adds further scale to MetaMask’s growing multichain offering.
Consensys, the developer behind MetaMask, has accelerated expansion beyond Ethereum as user activity increasingly spans multiple blockchain ecosystems. After adding Solana and Bitcoin, the integration with Tron further strengthens MetaMask as a cross-chain platform beyond Ethereum.
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The US AI company, OpenAI, has invested in Merge Labs as part of a seed funding round, signalling a growing interest in brain-computer interfaces as a future layer of human–technology interaction.
Merge Labs describes its mission as bridging the gap between biology and AI to expand human capability and agency. The research lab is developing new BCI approaches designed to operate safely while enabling much higher communication bandwidth between the brain and digital systems.
AI is expected to play a central role in Merge Labs’ work, supporting advances in neuroscience, bioengineering and device development instead of relying on traditional interface models.
High-bandwidth brain interfaces are also expected to benefit from AI systems capable of interpreting intent under conditions of limited and noisy signals.
OpenAI plans to collaborate with Merge Labs on scientific foundation models and advanced tools, aiming to accelerate research progress and translate experimental concepts into practical applications over time.
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AI is expected to play an increasingly important role in improving Britain’s road and rail networks. MPs highlighted its potential during a transport-focused industry summit in Parliament.
The Transport Select Committee chair welcomed government investment in AI and infrastructure. Road maintenance, connectivity and reduced delays were cited as priorities for economic growth.
UK industry leaders showcased AI tools that autonomously detect and repair potholes. Businesses said more intelligent systems could improve reliability while cutting costs and disruption.
Experts warned that stronger cybersecurity must accompany AI deployment. Safeguards are needed to protect critical transport infrastructure from external threats and misuse.
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The United Arab Emirates has joined Pax Silica, a US-led alliance focused on AI and semiconductor supply chains. The move places Abu Dhabi among Washington’s trusted technology partners.
The pact aims to secure access to chips, computing power, energy and critical minerals. The US Department of State says technology supply chains are now treated as strategic assets.
UAE officials view the alliance as supporting economic diversification and AI leadership ambitions. Membership strengthens access to advanced semiconductors and large-scale data centre infrastructure.
Pax Silica reflects a broader shift in global tech diplomacy towards allied supply networks. Analysts say participation could shape future investment in AI infrastructure and manufacturing.
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Microsoft has launched a joint legal action in the US and the UK to dismantle RedVDS, a subscription service supplying criminals with disposable virtual computers for large-scale fraud. The operation with German authorities and Europol seized key domains and shut down the RedVDS marketplace.
RedVDS enabled sophisticated attacks, including business email compromise and real estate payment diversion schemes. Since March 2025, it has caused about US $40 million in US losses, hitting organisations like H2-Pharma and Gatehouse Dock Condominium Association.
Globally, over 191,000 organisations have been impacted by RedVDS-enabled fraud, often combined with AI-generated emails and multimedia impersonation.
Microsoft emphasises that targeting the infrastructure, rather than individual attackers, is key. International cooperation disrupted servers and payment networks supporting RedVDS and helped identify those responsible.
Users are advised to verify payment requests, use multifactor authentication, and report suspicious activity to reduce risk.
The civil action marks the 35th case by Microsoft’s Digital Crimes Unit, reflecting a sustained commitment to dismantling online fraud networks. As cybercrime evolves, Microsoft and partners aim to block criminals and protect people and organisations globally.
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The European Medicines Agency (EMA) and the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have released ten principles for good AI practice in the medicines lifecycle. The guidelines provide broad direction for AI use in research, clinical trials, manufacturing, and safety monitoring.
The principles are relevant to pharmaceutical developers, marketing authorisation applicants, and holders, and will form the basis for future AI guidance in different jurisdictions. EU guideline development is already underway, building on EMA’s 2024 AI reflection paper.
European Commissioner Olivér Várhelyi said the initiative demonstrates renewed EU-US cooperation and commitment to global innovation while maintaining patient safety.
AI adoption in medicine has grown rapidly in recent years. New pharmaceutical legislation and proposals, such as the European Commission’s Biotech Act, highlight AI’s potential to accelerate the development of safe and effective medicine.
A principles-based approach is seen as essential to manage risks while promoting innovation.
The EMA-FDA collaboration builds on prior bilateral work and aligns with EMA’s strategy to leverage data, digitalisation, and AI. Ethics and safety remain central, with a focus on international cooperation to enable responsible innovation in healthcare globally.
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SEC Chair Paul Atkins says US crypto market structure legislation is close to becoming law, with President Donald Trump expected to sign it soon. The move aims to end regulatory uncertainty and provide clear legal foundations for digital asset markets.
Atkins has openly backed Congress in defining the jurisdictional split between the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, arguing that statutory clarity is essential for protecting investors and supporting institutional growth.
Supporters believe clear rules will replace enforcement-led interpretation and allow the sector to mature within established financial frameworks.
Progress is moving through Congress, with the Senate Banking Committee advancing the CLARITY Act while the Agriculture Committee continues negotiations. Despite disagreements and amendments, bipartisan support suggests the bill could reach the White House by the end of the first quarter.
Looking ahead, Atkins has linked the bill to long-term US competitiveness, stating that clear and principled regulation will encourage innovation and attract capital. Coordination between the SEC, CFTC and the White House is expected to be central to implementation.
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France’s health watchdog has warned that social media harms adolescent mental health, particularly among younger girls. The assessment is based on a five-year scientific review of existing research.
ANSES said online platforms amplify harmful pressures, cyberbullying and unrealistic beauty standards. Experts found that girls, LGBT youths and vulnerable teens face higher psychological risks.
France is debating legislation to ban social media access for children under 15. President Emmanuel Macron supports stronger age restrictions and platform accountability.
The watchdog urged changes to algorithms and default settings to prioritise child well-being. Similar debates have emerged globally following Australia’s introduction of a teenage platform ban.
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