Elon Musk’s decision to merge his artificial intelligence startup xAI with SpaceX has reignited serious discussion around a long-theorised idea: building AI data centres in space. Once confined to science fiction and academic speculation, AI data centres in space are now being viewed through the lens of Musk’s expanding technological ecosystem, which spans rockets, satellites, AI systems and digital platforms. The deal has sharpened investor interest in whether Musk can turn a decades-old concept into operational reality. “For the long term, space-based AI is obviously the only way to scale,” Musk said on Monday, arguing that even a tiny fraction…
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French police raided the Paris offices of Elon Musk’s social media platform X on Tuesday, while prosecutors ordered the billionaire to face questioning in April, as scrutiny of the company intensifies across Europe. The move forms part of a year-long criminal investigation into suspected abuse of algorithms and fraudulent data extraction by X or its executives, in a case that could further strain relations between European regulators and U.S. technology firms. Probe Expanded to Sexualised Deepfakes The Paris prosecutor’s office said it had expanded the scope of its investigation following complaints related to the functioning of Musk’s artificial intelligence chatbot,…
U.S. authorities are examining whether cryptocurrency platforms have enabled Iranian officials and state-linked entities to evade international sanctions, according to blockchain researchers, as digital asset activity surges across the Islamic Republic. Iran’s crypto transaction volumes are estimated to have reached between $8 billion and $10 billion last year, driven by both retail investors and groups linked to the state. Data from TRM Labs and Chainalysis show a sharp rise in activity as Iran increasingly turns to digital currencies amid economic isolation and currency depreciation. The U.S. Treasury is assessing whether crypto platforms have been used by Iranian-linked actors to move…
Scientists in Florida are deploying newly developed tracking technology to follow monarch butterflies in real time, a breakthrough that researchers say could reshape how insect migration and behaviour are studied. Researchers from the University of Miami and Princeton University are fitting monarch butterflies with extremely small and lightweight radio tags. These tags transmit location data as the insects travel across North America. Small enough to rest on a monarch’s back, the devices allow scientists to follow movements that were previously reconstructed only through sightings and recovered tags. Ordinary tracking methods have long limited the study of insect migration. However, this…
Tesla Set to Benefit as Canada Removes 100% Tariffs on Chinese-Made EVs Tesla is positioned to be one of the main beneficiaries of Canada’s decision to remove 100% tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs). Experts say the U.S. automaker’s early move to ship cars from its Shanghai factory and its established sales network across Canada provide it with a significant advantage over its rivals. Under the new trade agreement announced last Friday, Canada will allow up to 49,000 vehicles to be imported annually from China, subject to a 6.1% tariff under most-favoured-nation terms. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney stated that…
South Korea and Italy Strengthen Ties with New Agreements on AI, Chips and Minerals South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni have agreed to deepen bilateral cooperation in advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence, semiconductors, aerospace, and critical minerals. The agreement was announced following summit talks in Seoul, where Meloni is on a state visit. According to a statement from the presidential Blue House, the two leaders signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to strengthen collaboration in the semiconductor industry, with particular focus on integrating AI-related technologies. The accord reflects both nations’ shared commitment to enhancing…
AI and Defence Growth to Drive 50% Surge in Copper Demand by 2040, S&P Warns Global copper demand is projected to soar by 50% by 2040, driven by rapid growth in artificial intelligence, defence and robotics industries, according to a new report by S&P Global. However, the consultancy warned that without significant investment in new mines and recycling infrastructure, global supply could fall short by more than 10 million metric tons annually. Copper Demand to Reach 42 Million Tons a Year S&P Global’s analysis forecasts that annual copper consumption will reach 42 million metric tons by 2040, up from 28…
DayOne Data Centers Raises Over $2 Billion to Expand Across Europe and Asia Singapore-based DayOne Data Centers has secured more than 2 billion US dollars in its latest Series C equity financing round, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy. The round was led by existing investor Coatue, with participation from the Indonesia Investment Authority and other strategic backers, the company announced late on Monday. Funding to Power European and Asian Growth The fresh capital will be used to accelerate the development of DayOne’s hyperscale data centre campuses in Lahti and Kouvola, Finland, while also supporting expansion across…
Nvidia Targets Mid-February for H200 Chip Shipments to China Nvidia plans to begin shipping its H200 artificial intelligence (AI) chips to China before the Lunar New Year in mid-February, according to three people familiar with the matter. The move follows the Trump administration’s recent decision to permit sales of the chips to China under a 25% fee, reversing the previous ban imposed by President Biden. Shipments Dependent on Beijing’s Approval The U.S. chipmaker intends to meet initial demand using existing stock, with shipments expected to include 5,000 to 10,000 modules—equivalent to roughly 40,000 to 80,000 H200 chips, sources said. Nvidia…
Trump Media and TAE Technologies Announce $6 Billion Fusion Power Merger U.S. President Donald Trump has entered the fusion energy sector through a $6 billion merger between his social media company, Trump Media and Technology Group, and Google-backed TAE Technologies. The all-stock deal, announced on Thursday, marks a bold expansion of the Trump business empire and reflects growing global interest in clean and scalable energy solutions for data-driven industries. The merger comes just days after leading fusion companies met with the U.S. Department of Energy to seek greater federal support. The move positions Trump Media—best known for its Truth Social…