Australian data centre leader AirTrunk, backed by Blackstone, has struck a US$3 billion deal with Saudi Arabia’s HUMAIN, aligning with the Trump administration’s push for Western AI dominance. The partnership cements the Gulf as the new frontier for AI infrastructure and geopolitical tech power.
US pharmacy benefit manager MedImpact Healthcare Systems has confirmed a ransomware attack by the prolific Qilin gang. The group claims to have exfiltrated 160GB of data, including financial operation details and claims reports, raising significant concerns for the healthcare sector.
Microsoft has issued an out-of-band security update for a critical Remote Code Execution vulnerability, CVE-2025-59287, in its Windows Server Update Service. The flaw, which has a CVSS score of 9.8, is under active exploitation by threat actors, prompting a high-priority alert from CISA.
Elon Musk is driving innovation across AI, space, and electric vehicles. From autonomous cars and reusable rockets to energy systems and government reform, his bold vision and rapid execution continue to reshape industries and challenge the boundaries of technology.
AI is fueling a new wave of cyber threats—but it's also powering the tools to stop them. From privacy concerns and energy strain to predictive security and autonomous defence, this article explores how businesses are adapting to the dual impact of AI in 2025.
Part 1 of The Humanoid Arms Race explores China’s dominance in humanoid robotics. From Unitree’s televised showcase to Agibot’s AI breakthroughs, discover how strategic investments, mass production, and self-sufficiency are positioning China at the centre of the automation era.
Arrive AI is redefining last mile delivery with its AI-powered smart mailbox system designed for drones, robots, and couriers. It combines security and logistics to enable autonomous package handling.
Trump’s Gulf tour seals $3.2 trillion in AI, tech, and defense deals with Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and UAE—featuring Starlink, Nvidia chips, quantum tech, and robotics—redefining the region’s global role.
Saudi Arabia’s bold $600 billion AI initiative, powered by U.S. tech leaders NVIDIA and AMD, transforms global tech alliances. With relaxed U.S. chip export rules boosting Gulf capabilities, the Global South must swiftly recalibrate strategies to compete in the new AI power landscape.
Sam Altman and Elon Musk, once allies and now AI rivals, just surprised the tech world. Altman extended a public olive branch, calling for friendship and unity over AGI’s future. Could this mark a turning point in their feud? Industry eyes now turn to Musk’s next move.
This special overview introduces The Humanoid Arms Race, a five-part series on the rise of AI-powered humanoid robots. Explore how these technologies are transforming economies, reshaping labor, and challenging global power structures.
China is betting big on AI self-reliance with an $11B push to build a Nvidia-free ecosystem in Beijing’s Yizhuang zone. From homegrown chips to robot races, this is China’s most ambitious move yet in the global AI race—rewriting rules under U.S. sanctions and geopolitical strain.
Cortical Labs has launched the CL1, the first commercial biological computer powered by living neurons. Designed for personalised medicine, robotics, and energy-efficient AI, this neuron-based system promises faster learning, reduced data loads, and ethical testing alternatives.
AMD delivered strong Q1 2025 results, boosting revenue 36% year-over-year to $7.4B, driven by data center and AI growth. Meanwhile, Nvidia's Jensen Huang warned U.S. export restrictions risk losing strategic ground in China’s booming AI market, urging American firms to remain globally competitive.
Australia’s Big Four banks including Commonwealth Bank, ANZ, NAB and Westpac have been hit by a major cybercrime wave. Over 31,000 customer credentials were stolen using infostealer malware, prompting urgent upgrades in bank security, fraud detection and digital protection.
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