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India ranked an 'AI Rising Contender' by BCG, built on talent rather than compute
India has been identified as a Rising Contender in artificial intelligence by Boston Consulting Group's latest report. The country benefits from a large pool of skilled AI professionals, bolstered by returning talent from abroad. The government has implemented training programs to upskill millions of citizens and broaden access to AI knowledge.
Microsoft market cap beats Nvidia's for first time since June 2025
Microsoft overtook Nvidia as the world's most valuable company on Tuesday, as the chip giant's shares fell on uncertainty over the outlook for AI and an investigation into whether
Anthropic IPO: Why are Nvidia, Google, Microsoft and AMD investing billions in their own AI competitor? What Big Tech stands to gain from the Claude maker
Anthropic IPO: Anthropic is set to receive a significant $26 billion investment through its upcoming IPO from several technology companies. Major contributors include Google, Nvidia, and AMD, each seeking commercial advantages. This financial backing will support Anthropic's expansion and operational needs, including increased computing infrastructure. The participating companies aim to benefit from Anthropic's growth while addressing their own strategic interests in the AI market.
Anthropic eyes $1.4 trillion valuation in blockbuster IPO, targets up to $90.4 billion in fundraising
Anthropic is targeting a fully diluted $1.4 trillion valuation through its proposed IPO, seeking up to $64.35 billion. Combined with a $26 billion private placement, fundraising could reach $90.4 billion amid rising infrastructure costs and competition.
Are the Magnificent Seven stocks still worth betting on? Apple, Nvidia, Tesla and 4 other giants control 33.7% of the S&P 500, but which ones are actually rewarding investors in 2026?
The Magnificent Seven have become so large that their performance can move the entire US stock market. Together, Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Tesla accounted for 33.7% of the S&P 500 in November 2026. Their combined market value was reported at $23.6 trillion. Some have delivered strong gains this year, while others have fallen behind the index.
Anthropic's IPO: A close look at AI frontrunner's rapid growth, spiraling costs
Anthropic aims to raise up to $64.4 billion in an upcoming IPO, representing a significant market debut. The company plans a valuation of up to $1.02 trillion, showcasing its ambitions in AI. Founded by former OpenAI researchers, Anthropic's revenue has rapidly surged with enterprise adoption of its AI models. While facing substantial operating losses, the company remains committed to its substantial infrastructure investments.
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Is AI selloff a window to buy? Morgan Stanley sees multiple buying opportunities on Wall Street
Morgan Stanley sees the recent AI stock selloff as an overreaction and recommends selectively buying the dip across hyperscalers, semiconductor and infrastructure companies. The brokerage expects some US data centre projects to shift from 2028 to 2029 following Democratic election victories, potentially extending the AI capital expenditure cycle and reshaping investment opportunities.
Jensen Huang's price of secret affair: NVIDIA CEO loses $7.4 billion in 30 minutes, drops 2 spots in top 10 richest list
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang lost an estimated $7.4 billion in net worth, and slipped two spots to number 10 on Forbes' billionaire rankings, all in a span of 30 minutes. The AI-chips revolutionary admitted Monday to having an affair with a Singapore-based executive alleged to be a Chinese spy. Nvidia has done business with the firm, and a probe into the repationship is underway in the United States.
Anthropic unveils Fable 5.2 and Mythos 5.2, its most powerful AI models yet: All you need to know
In a blog post, Anthropic said both models improve on coding, reasoning and vision, and cost less than the 5.1 versions. “Testers have found that Fable 5.2 and Mythos 5.2 communicate more clearly than past Fable and Mythos models,” it added.
Quantum could solve AI energy drain, says tech founder
Quantum computers could curb the vast energy demands of artificial intelligence data centres with their ability to run complex calculations, one of the tech's pioneers told AFP. Australian startup Diraq is conducting the first field test worldwide putting a small quantum computer based on a silicon chip in a commercial data centre in Sydney. Diraq's computer installed in Equinix's Sydney data centre has eight quantum bits, or qubits, on a silicon chip.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's affair with Chinese agent being looked into by FBI, says Trump
The president called Huang, whose computer chips have helped to launch the artificial intelligence revolution, a "very honorable man." The president said he had spoken with Huang.
Human, all too human: More than whether Jensen Huang can survive the scandal, can Nvidia survive Jensen Huang?
Nvidia's co-founder Jensen Huang has acknowledged an extramarital affair which has raised security concerns. He reportedly engaged with a Chinese businesswoman who may have influenced his lobbying efforts. Nvidia has initiated an independent investigation regarding these allegations and their implications. Although personal scandals might impact reputation, Huang's leadership is currently deemed important for the company's future. Nvidia's board maintains confidence in Huang as they navigate this challenging situation.
Microsoft reports $36 billion quaterly profit, employees complain salary raises below 1%, describe workplace as 'joyless and demoralizing' after 60,000 people receive buyout offers
Microsoft reported a 32% jump in quarterly profit to $36.6 billion but its employees complain of salary increases below 1%, rising workloads and pressure to use AI tools. An open letter describes the workplace as “joyless and demoralizing” following voluntary buyout offers to around 60,000 employees across four countries.
Microsoft is winding down Oracle deal to rent AI cloud capacity: Bloomberg
Microsoft is winding down an arrangement to rent AI computing from Oracle as part of a larger reassessment of billions of dollars in cloud partnerships, Bloomberg news reported on Friday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Activists breach Microsoft data centre construction site as protests spread in Europe
Activist groups have announced actions in 16 countries on Friday and Saturday, according to the "Stop Dirty Data Centres" coalition, which is rallying environmental groups and digital rights campaigns behind calls to pause large-scale construction.
Why Big Tech companies Microsoft, Google, Meta and others are opting for voluntary buyouts
In response to fluctuating market demands, Meta has rolled out voluntary exit packages in France aimed at workforce restructuring. This initiative is part of a broader trend as tech giants like Google and Microsoft implement similar measures globally to optimize costs. These packages offer employees the choice to depart with financial incentives and transition support, showcasing a more favorable approach compared to traditional layoffs amidst economic uncertainty.
Microsoft rejects multibillion-dollar AI deal with UK's Nscale
The report comes weeks after Microsoft pulled out of a deal to anchor Nscale's flagship data centre project in Loughton, Essex, after power connection delays pushed its expected supply date into the 2030s
Google voluntary buyouts: What's the exit package, which teams qualify and how many employees are eligible after Microsoft's similar offer?
Google Voluntary Exit Programme Details: Google has expanded its voluntary buyout programme to selected employees in five countries. The offer comes as Microsoft rolls out a similar voluntary exit scheme covering around 60,000 employees. Here's a look at Google's severance package, eligible teams and the number of employees who could opt for the offer.
Why is Microsoft borrowing $25 billion after offering buyouts to 60,000 employees?
Microsoft 25 billion bond sale: Microsoft is raising $25 billion through a bond sale as AI infrastructure costs rise, days after offering voluntary buyouts to nearly 60,000 employees. The company expects up to 3,000 employees to accept the exit offer as it prepares to spend $175 billion on capital expenditure in 2026.
Microsoft techie shares reality of his job in viral video: ‘0% lifestyle, 100%...'
Employees from big organisations usually flaunt their perks in viral videos. However, one video that has gone viral shows a Microsoft employee at his desk, working.
AI is driving up memory prices. So why is Sam Altman questioning your PC's RAM?
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has questioned the need for large amounts of RAM in personal computers, arguing that much of the memory remains unused and could be utilised more efficiently through centralised cloud infrastructure. However, his remarks come at a time when the AI industry's growing demand for computing power is contributing to rising memory prices, making smartphones, PCs and other consumer devices more expensive.
Microsoft, Oracle outshine Alphabet as investors demand AI returns
Wall Street increasingly favours technology companies demonstrating financial discipline in AI investments. Microsoft and Oracle gained on strong cash flow prospects, while Alphabet shares plunged amid rising capital expenditure and slower search growth. Investors are prioritising sustainable returns, profitability and cash generation over aggressive artificial intelligence infrastructure expansion.
Microsoft beats expectations fueled by Azure cloud business
Microsoft has unveiled its impressive financial performance, reporting a revenue of $92.3 billion and profits soaring past $36.6 billion. The Azure cloud services experienced a remarkable growth of 48%, driven by an increasing demand for AI technologies. In a strategic move, the company has offered voluntary buyouts to 60,000 employees while continuing to innovate hardware aimed at enhancing AI capabilities.
Microsoft beats expectations fueled by Azure cloud business
Microsoft shares popped more than five percent Wednesday afternoon after it reported better than expected revenue and profit, fueled by its Azure cloud computing division which grew by 48 percent in the September quarter. However, Google on Wednesday reported that revenue from its cloud division doubled to $30.7 billion during the quarter, bringing it closer to Microsoft's Azure revenue, which reached $33.2 billion in the same period.
German startup NVision shows new path to quantum computing chips in Nature paper
Startups and tech giants such as Microsoft and IBM alike are racing to build quantum computers that hold the promise of solving problems that would take conventional machines thousands of years. But NVision, which has raised more than $155 million in funding from firms such as Abbott Laboratories, made the discovery published on Wednesday while working in an entirely different field: improving medical devices.
QClairvoyance's quantum chemistry bet: Transitioning from research to pharma partnerships
QClairvoyance Quantum Labs has performed chemically precise simulations of eight small molecules on an actual quantum computer, marking progress towards drug discovery applications.
Satya Nadella owns only a tiny stake in Microsoft; how the CEO built an estimated $1.4 billion fortune
Satya Nadella’s $1.4 billion fortune did not come from owning a large part of Microsoft. The CEO built his wealth mainly through company shares, bonuses and salary over the years. While his personal stake remains small, Microsoft’s growth under his leadership has made him one of the wealthiest executives in technology. Here’s how his compensation helped build his fortune.
Intel to buy quantum firm Classiq for about $2.3 billion: Report
The Israeli startup would also add quantum processors to Intel's lineup, which already includes central processing units and graphics processors. Intel said it plans to keep Classiq's software compatible with other companies' hardware after the deal closes.
What is the difference between buyout and layoff? Microsoft offers buyout to 60,000 employees; check what it means for workers
Microsoft buyout offer to 60,000 workers: Microsoft has introduced a Voluntary Exit Offer (VEO) for eligible employees in India, the US, Canada and the UK, with reports suggesting around 60,000 workers could qualify. The programme allows employees to leave voluntarily with financial support, unlike layoffs, where the company decides to cut jobs. The move comes as Microsoft ramps up AI investments while managing workforce costs.
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