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The United States is threatening to choke the supply of artificial intelligence chips to Switzerland just as the more efficient DeepSeek models boost innovation. If the export squeeze goes ahead from May, Switzerland would be restricted to around 16,500 best-of-class AI chips between 2025 and 2027. “Switzerland cannot afford to be compute constrained in the age of explosive AI growth,” says Marcel Salathé, co-director of the AI Center at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Lausanne (EPFL). https://lnkd.in/dTB5Drb7

My latest for The Diplomat: Taiwan's pivotal role in global AI is often overlooked. Despite producing 90%+ of advanced AI chips, it's excluded from key int'l assessments. This data injustice distorts Taiwan's true potential. Time to decode its real AI capabilities. #TaiwanAI #TechPolicy

According to Science|Business, the #EuropeanCommission is considering funding for #digital #research, starting in 2025, and covers #AI, #quantum, #photonics, #chips, #networking and related fields. In all, the proposed calls would add up to €550 million, as part of a larger “cluster” of #industrial #technologies in #Horizon #Europe.  Some of the calls under consideration are big, some small. One would set up a previously promised “hub” to interconnect European AI developers, as part of the GenAI4EU initiative. That initiative, announced as part of a big AI policy push last year by Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, is supposed to develop novel uses of AI in 14 industrial sectors. The hub is intended to interconnect everybody involved in that, carry out a “comprehensive landscape analysis of generative AI initiatives,” and “support the uptake” of the resulting GenAI4EU solutions in other parts of Horizon Europe. It’s also supposed to “support the European Commission’s AI Office in its function to promote an innovative ecosystem of trustworthy AI.” The budget: €3 million, a relatively modest sum by tech industry standards. https://lnkd.in/dcFTEB-V

🚀 The AI Power Struggle: Unipolar vs. Bipolar Future? The latest AI arms race is heating up, and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei is making it clear: restricting China’s access to advanced AI chips is “existentially important” for the future of global dominance. With DeepSeek AI’s rapid rise, the conversation is no longer just about innovation—it’s about who controls AI and how it shapes the world. 🌍 Two Possible Futures? 🔹 A Bipolar World – Both the U.S. and China develop equally powerful AI models, fueling rapid advancements but intensifying competition. 🔹 A Unipolar World – The U.S. and its allies hold the advantage by restricting chip exports, securing a long-term lead in AI. ⚔️ But here’s the dilemma: While Dario Amodei argues that limiting China’s access is about national security, critics point out that the U.S. is also investing heavily in military AI applications. OpenAI, Google, and Amazon are already involved in defence contracts—so is this just about competition, or something more? 💡 The Big Question: Are we heading toward an AI future dominated by superpowers, or is there still a chance to create a more decentralized, collaborative approach to AI development? The debate is far from over, and its outcome will shape the future of AI far beyond technology itself. What’s your take? Should AI be controlled by a few, or should we push for a more open, global AI ecosystem? https://lnkd.in/ewnrGrmW Let’s discuss. 👇 #AI #Anthropic #DeepSeek #ArtificialIntelligence #TechGeopolitics #FutureOfAI #AIDominance #InnovationVsControl

The latest data from market research firm International Data Corp. (IDC) reveals a surge in the adoption of generative AI (GenAI), putting the Asia/Pacific region on the verge of a transformative journey. According to IDC's projections, spending in this sector is expected to increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 95.4% from 2022 to 2027, reaching $26 billion. GenAI, a branch of computer science enabling computers to create new content using existing material, is gaining traction across various industries. IDC predicts that this technology will revolutionize the next wave of AI innovation and technological advancement. Likewise read: IDC forecasts spending on GenAI solutions to double in 2024 IDC: Demand for AI software will drive up investments https://lnkd.in/eNQHRCzV

Government will host 'Global IndiaAI Summit' on July 3–4 to talk about important AI problems and challenges India aims to become a worldwide leader in AI innovation via the 'worldwide IndiaAI Summit 2024', guaranteeing that the advantages of AI are available to everyone and advancing the socioeconomic advancement of the country.

Are you ready for industry-specific AI guidance? George Dragatsis knows what to consider when preparing IT infrastructure for the AI era. Our Chief Technology Officer, George Dragatsis, discussed with TechDay Australia how IT infrastructure can transform into an 'Artificial Intelligence factory.' This new production model, where AI factories and foundries play an essential role, can be successfully adopted for your industry vertical. The crucial step is to partner with specialists who understand the importance of data-centric workflows in your specific industry, as they are the key to unlocking AI's full potential. More from George: https://bit.ly/AIfactories --- #GenerativeAI | Hitachi Vantara Australia & New Zealand

As an IT officer in NATO, I’ve seen how AI reshapes defense and collaboration. The recent AI for the Public Interest Summit in Paris emphasized the need for global AI governance, echoing NATO’s own principles of transparency, ethical innovation, and collective security. Marc Volay AI has transformative potential in defense, from predictive maintenance to anomaly detection in cybersecurity. However, these advancements must be responsibly managed to prevent misuse. Like NATO, the summit advocated for risk mitigation, inclusivity, and a focus on AI that directly benefits society. This shared commitment to responsible AI governance is critical. By fostering global collaboration, we can ensure AI remains a force for peace, innovation, and public interest.

🚨 Europe Must Act Now: A Call for a ‘CERN for AI’ 🚨 The world is moving fast in AI, and Europe risks falling behind. The U.S. is making massive investments in AI infrastructure, and China is rapidly advancing in generative AI—meanwhile, Europe faces a triple threat: 🔹 Loss of strategic sovereignty – Dependence on foreign AI tech like ChatGPT & NVIDIA makes Europe vulnerable. 🔹 Loss of cultural sovereignty – AI models reflect the priorities of their creators—are Europe's values represented? 🔹 Loss of economic competitiveness – Without decisive action, European industries risk stagnation in the AI revolution. To safeguard our future, CAIRNE (formerly CLAIRE) calls for a bold, coordinated effort: a ‘CERN for AI’—a European hub for AI research and innovation that ensures trustworthy, safe, and sustainable AI made in Europe, along with 6 steps for building such a major hotbed for AI talent, research and innovation. 📢 Read our open letter: https://lnkd.in/dQuvGzzn #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Europe #CERNforAI #Innovation #TechSovereignty #FutureofAI

The latest developments in China have shown clearly that there is hope yet for the success of “AI made in Europe”, but it will take a big and well-orchestrated effort … CAIRNE proposes 6 concrete steps for building a CERN for AI at the heart of the European AI ecosystem. Worth reading (and spreading the word)! #CERN4AI #AImadeInEurope European Commission European Artificial Intelligence Association euRobotics aisbl CEPS (Centre for European Policy Studies)