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Fallout from the Nvidia scandal may dampen the exuberance around the AI boom
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang resigned following reports of personal scandals, including extramarital affairs. His departure raised uncertainty in the AI sector and prompted rivals to consider increased competition. Competitors like Advanced Micro Devices and Broadcom saw share price gains on the news.
Nvidia to Anthropic, OpenAI & Meta: Here are the five biggest tech scandals of 2026 explained in a nutshell
In 2026, significant scandals rocked the technology sector, involving major companies like Nvidia, Anthropic, OpenAI, and Meta. Jensen Huang resigned from Nvidia amid allegations related to a personal relationship and potential security concerns. Anthropic faced lawsuits over unauthorized use of copyrighted materials for AI training data, raising intellectual property issues. OpenAI and Meta dealt with security failures related to AI agents and Instagram account safety, respectively.
Online festive sales miss estimates; Munjal steps down as Unacademy CEO
Happpy Thursday! Online festive sales grew, but fell short of expectations amid weak smartphone demand.This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
Nvidia scandal: The AI arms race puts human spies back into the game
The Nvidia controversy involving CEO Jensen Huang and a woman suspected by US intelligence of having links to Beijing has renewed concerns over corporate espionage in the AI industry. Recent cases involving OpenAI and Google have also highlighted risks from insiders and traditional spying methods.
Fear the reckless humans, not the rogue AI
AI isn’t plotting a coup; humans are simply giving algorithms too much power with too little governance.
Iconiq, go-to wealth adviser for tech’s elite, is putting billions into AI
Iconiq is expanding aggressively into venture capital, investing billions in AI startups like Anthropic. Leveraging elite global networks, it connects founders with powerful investors, achieving strong returns while navigating risks, conflicts of interest, and growing ambitions in tech.
Beyond 1 crore WhatsApp bans; Oyo's third attempt at IPO
The government wants to know more about accounts banned by WhatsApp in India. This and more in today’s ETtech Top 5.
From Doge to deal: Is Musk getting back to Trump’s Washington?
Musk’s xAI secured a major federal deal for its Grok AI tools, following a public interaction with Donald Trump at a memorial service. This GSA contract, coupled with their cordial exchange, signals a potential thawing of their previously tumultuous relationship, driven by strategic interests despite lingering personal grievances.
UK and US to announce tech, energy deals during Trump visit
During President Donald Trump's second UK state visit, the US and Britain will announce agreements on technology, civil nuclear energy, and investment. Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to finalise steel tariffs and deepen economic ties. The visit also includes cultural partnerships and major US investments in British tech and infrastructure.
Startups eye insurance pie; Good Glamm’s salary delay
Happy Wednesday! Startups are eyeing a piece of the general insurance market. This and more in today’s ETtech Morning Dispatch.
ByteDance launches ultra-realistic human videos AI OmniHuman-1 amid TikTok controversy — Features, capabilities & more
Amid the TikTok controversy in US, ByteDance has silently launched a new artificial intelligence model OmniHuman-1.
With Donald Trump win, Silicon Valley's right flank takes on Washington
President Trump's second administration places a strong emphasis on technology, involving influential tech figures such as David Sacks, Peter Thiel, Marc Andreessen, and Palmer Luckey. Initiatives include AI infrastructure deals and deregulation of the cryptocurrency industry, reflecting a push for accelerated technological progress while challenging previous restrictions.
Open dialogue and collaboration can drive regulations that ensure safety and foster crypto innovation: Bitget COO Vugar Usi Zade
Bitget's COO, Vugar Usi Zade, revealed plans to secure Indian government approvals and open a local office by New Year. Zade discussed Bitget's India growth strategy, the potential impact of the Trump presidency on crypto, and the evolving role of crypto in a post-AI world, emphasizing the importance of balanced crypto regulations and highlighting Dubai's emergence as a crypto hub.
Laws need to catch up to artificial intelligence's unique risks
OpenAI has spent the last year mired in scandal. The company's chief executive was briefly fired after the nonprofit board lost trust in him. Whistle-blowers alleged to the Securities and Exchange Commission that OpenAI's nondisclosure agreements were illegal. Safety researchers have left the company in droves. Now the firm is restructuring its core business as a for-profit, seemingly prompting the departure of more key leaders.
Mark Zuckerberg, AI's 'open source' evangelist
Mark Zuckerberg, the founder of Facebook and CEO of Meta, has become an unexpected evangelist for open source technology when it comes to developing artificial intelligence, pitting him against OpenAI and Google. That concern has now spread to generative AI, but this time it is Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Google that are the closed-fence culprits that charge developers and keep a tight lid on their AI technology.
A who's who of Silicon Valley is convening with lawmakers on AI
The closed-door meeting is the first in a series of crash-course lessons on AI for lawmakers.
PayPal debuts US dollar-backed stablecoin for payments
PayPal USD is issued by Paxos Trust Company and backed by dollar deposits and similar cash holdings, the online payments giant said in a release. It comes as the cryptocurrency industry is suffering hard times after the spectacular collapse of FTX and various legal cases against the sector's biggest players.
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