Legal Battles, Chip Wars, Workweek Revolutions and Agentic Security
Studio Ghibli takes on OpenAI, Google pulls Gemma, Microsoft expands in UAE, and NVIDIA unveils faster AI chips - all in one roundup.
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Perplexity AI faced legal action from Amazon over its AI browser Comet. Amazon accused it of unauthorized activity, while Perplexity defended the tool, saying users rely on it for easy purchases. The dispute highlights growing tension between emerging AI-driven platforms and tech giants seeking to guard their ecosystems. As Perplexity promotes Comet as the next-generation “answer engine”, Amazon’s response could mark the beginning of a new chapter in the AI browser wars. At the same time, Google’s decision to pull its Gemma model from AI Studio after defamation claims has reignited conversations about responsibility and safety in AI systems. Together, these moments show just how quickly innovation is running headlong into the realities of accountability.
This week also brought a mix of creativity, strategy, and raw innovation in the AI world. Studio Ghibli and other Japanese publishers urged OpenAI to stop using their work for AI training, a strong reminder that art and ethics are becoming inseparable in this new era. On the business front, Microsoft balanced a $3.1B loss from its OpenAI investment with a bold $15.2B expansion into AI and cloud infrastructure in the UAE, doubling down on its global ambitions. Meanwhile, NVIDIA rolled out its lightning-fast BlueField-4 DPU to speed up AI workloads, and OpenAI launched Aardvark, a new autonomous agent designed to hunt down security flaws, another sign that the AI race is evolving faster than ever.
Keep reading to get the full picture of these tech giants’ latest moves and other key updates.
Perplexity Comet Faced Legal Blow from Amazon Over AI Shopping
Perplexity AI received an aggressive legal letter from Amazon, accusing its AI browser of unauthorized actions. The startup highlighted that users enjoy using Perplexity Comet to make purchases, but Amazon demanded a stop, citing concerns over transparency and access to its e-commerce platform.
Google Pulled Gemma After Defamation Claims Sparked Controversy
Google removed Gemma from Google AI Studio following an AI hallucination incident. Senator Blackburn accused the model of fabricating false claims against her. Google acknowledged hallucinations as a challenge but emphasized ongoing efforts to prevent such errors in its AI systems.
Studio Ghibli Demanded a Halt to AI Use of Its Work by OpenAI
Studio Ghibli and other Japanese publishers asked OpenAI to stop using their content in AI training due to copyright concerns. The Studio Ghibli AI training dispute raises questions about AI and content rights in creative industries worldwide.
RAG Chat Revolutionizes Energy Market Research Efficiency
Energy research firms struggle with information fragmentation and slow access to insights. Our RAG-powered Chat With Documents platform processes diverse files, enabling context-aware search and automated classification. Analysts now save time, reduce inconsistencies, and deliver faster, accurate energy market intelligence to clients.
Microsoft Faced $3.1B Loss as OpenAI Restructures Partnership
Microsoft recorded a $3.1 billion investment loss as OpenAI restructured, ending exclusive access to its AI models. The change shifted the companies from partners to competitors, while Microsoft continued providing Azure services under contracts worth billions.
Microsoft Commits $15.2B to AI and Cloud Expansion in UAE
Microsoft will spend $15.2 billion in the UAE by 2029. The investment will boost AI and cloud infrastructure. The Microsoft UAE investment includes funding for G42 partnerships, datacenter expansion, and local operations. Their aim is to encourage technology growth and strengthen economic ties in the region.
Samsung and NVIDIA Launch AI Megafactory to Boost Smart Manufacturing
Samsung teams up with NVIDIA to build an AI Megafactory. The collaboration will embed AI across semiconductor, mobile, and robotics production. The Nvidia Samsung partnership will leverage 50,000+ GPUs and advanced HBM4 memory to optimize operations and accelerate next-generation manufacturing technologies.
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