General

Hollywood struggles with AI integration. The entertainment industry remains divided on AI’s role, with Silicon Valley pushing innovation and Hollywood cautious about creative control and ethics. Source.

OpenAI faces backlash over aggressive tactics. Reports claim OpenAI sent police to an AI regulation advocate’s home, highlighting rising tensions around AI governance. Source.

Microsoft warns of new payroll phishing scam. The “Payroll Pirate” scam bypasses multi-factor authentication to steal employee paychecks, raising cybersecurity stakes. Source.

Bose drops cloud features on SoundTouch speakers. Discontinuation of integrated music services signals shifting consumer tech priorities. Source.

Business

SoftBank’s Graphcore commits $1bn to India AI engineering campus. The chip designer also plans to double UK headcount, signaling aggressive global expansion. Source.

Tata plans 1GW data center build-out in India. Targeting AI data centers, Tata aims to capitalize on India’s growing cloud demand. Source.

Upstack acquires Breakwater Cloud Advisors. The data center consultancy continues consolidation, signaling industry maturation. Source.

Microsoft to launch new cloud regions in India and Taiwan in 2026. Plans include a second Malaysia region amid ongoing capacity constraints. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Intel’s new 18A-based server processor architecture detailed. The Clearwater Forest design debuts alongside fully operational Arizona Fab 52. Source.

Department of Commerce issues export licenses for Nvidia chips to UAE. Eases prior delays frustrating government and Nvidia executives. Source.

Boox launches smartphone-sized e-readers with price hikes. New P6 Pro and P6 Pro Color models debut in China with steeper pricing. Source.

ABB releases high-density tap-off unit reference design. Focuses on AI-optimized facility power management technologies. Source.

Markets

QTS begins $13bn Northumberland UK data center site prep. Project could scale to 720MW, underscoring massive AI infrastructure demand. Source.

Google acquires 950 acres in Georgia for potential data center. Land valued at $58 million signals continued hyperscaler growth. Source.

North Texas emerges as second-largest US data center market. Texas is rapidly becoming the AI data hub with massive facility investments. Source.

Hong Kong government opens tender for data center land parcel. Proposals accepted until year-end, indicating Asia-Pacific capacity race. Source.

General

FCC eyes rollback on ISP fee transparency rules. FCC chair Brendan Carr proposes scrapping requirements forcing ISPs to itemize fees, citing customer confusion concerns. This could lead to hidden charges returning.Source.

YouTube launches ‘second chance’ program for banned creators. The platform offers a pilot program allowing some banned misinformation spreaders to start new channels, amidst political pressure.Source.

Dominion Energy seeks solar, wind, and storage PPAs. The utility’s RFP signals aggressive renewable expansion to meet growing power demand.Source.

Business

Upstack acquires Breakwater Cloud Advisors. The data center consultancy continues its acquisition streak, expanding footprint and expertise.Source.

Google Cloud and Alibaba Cloud partner with sports leagues. Google Cloud aligns with LA28 Games; Alibaba Cloud teams with NBA China to offer cloud and AI services.Source.

Microsoft cancels Wisconsin data center plans. Short-lived plans for a Caledonia data center are scrapped, reflecting shifting strategic priorities.Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Microsoft deploys 4,600 Nvidia GB300 NVL72 systems for OpenAI. This massive cluster marks the first of many planned deployments to power AI workloads.Source.

Belkin launches Stage PowerGrip power bank for smartphone photographers. The $80 device combines wireless charging with camera grip functionality.Source.

Ferrari reveals tech behind upcoming 1000hp EV. The Elettrica’s chassis and powertrain details hint at a high-performance electric future.Source.

Markets

Data center growth continues globally. NTT Global Data Centers highlights ongoing digital infrastructure expansion driven by AI and cloud demand.Source.

Investor-owned utilities to spend $1.1T from 2025-2029. EEI projects record capital expenditures to meet rising electricity demand.Source.

Renewables dominate energy market choices. Experts confirm markets prefer renewables over natural gas when cost-effective.Source.

Watchlist: AI regulation developments. With FCC and other agencies active, regulatory shifts could impact tech and telecom sectors.

General

Netflix debuts co-op TV party games. Netflix will roll out multiplayer games like Lego, Boggle, and Tetris for subscribers this holiday season, enhancing engagement on its platform. Source.

DC Comics bans generative AI content. DC Comics commits to human-only storytelling and artwork, rejecting AI-generated creativity to protect brand integrity. Source.

Bank of England flags AI stock bubble risk. The central bank warns AI market concentration rivals the 2000 dotcom peak, signaling potential volatility ahead. Source.

The Browser Company’s Dia browser now open on Mac. Atlassian-backed AI-powered browser Dia removes invite restrictions for Mac users, expanding its user base. Source.

Business

Oracle AI cloud profit margins dip to 16%. Internal docs reveal Oracle’s AI cloud deals yield slimmer margins, sparking analyst debate on sustainability. Source.

4iG eyes $100M investment in Axiom Space. Hungarian telecom 4iG targets orbital data center ventures, betting on space-based infrastructure growth. Source.

Related Digital breaks ground on $1.2B Wyoming data center. The facility will host CoreWeave servers, supporting AI workloads with 302MW potential capacity. Source.

Meta Ray-Ban Display glasses tech spotlighted. iFixit teardown reveals advanced glass waveguide optics as key innovation in Meta’s smartglasses. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Intel unveils Panther Lake 2026 laptop chip. Intel’s first 18A process chip with next-gen graphics aims to reclaim laptop performance leadership. Source.

Nvidia invests in xAI special purpose vehicle. NVDA commits capital to xAI SPV, with funds earmarked for Nvidia GPU purchases, reinforcing hardware demand. Source.

Kstar launches 600kW CDU for liquid cooling. New cooling distribution unit targets high-density AI data centers, joining the liquid cooling goldrush. Source.

Fiber expertise critical for scalable AI infrastructure. Strategic fiber planning unlocks performance and reliability for AI data centers. Source.

Markets

Bank of England warns of AI stock bubble. Market concentration in AI stocks is at a 50-year high, echoing the 2000 dotcom bubble, signaling potential volatility. Source.

Asia Pacific data center market set to surpass North America. Sustained growth driven by India and regional hyperscaler investments reshapes global data center dynamics. Source.

Xcel Minnesota proposes first distributed capacity procurement. Program aims to procure 50-200MW of distributed energy resources, enhancing grid flexibility. Source.

Senate confirms FERC nominees, shifting to Republican majority. New leadership focuses on grid reliability amid rising data center demand. Source.

General

Amazon expands healthcare convenience with prescription drug vending machines. Amazon Pharmacy kiosks in One Medical clinics enable instant prescription pickups, streamlining patient access to medications like antibiotics and inhalers. Source.

Amazon’s October Prime Day pushes tech deals including AirPods 4 at all-time lows. Prime Big Deal Days offer AirPods 4 for $89, matching best price and driving consumer electronics demand. Source.

OpenAI faces unexpected copyright challenges with new AI video app Sora. The opt-out policy led to controversial AI-generated content, highlighting IP risks in AI content generation. Source.

Firefox introduces profiles to separate browsing sessions. Mozilla’s update improves user privacy and workflow by isolating bookmarks and extensions per profile. Source.

Business

SoftBank makes a $5.4 billion bet on AI robotics with ABB acquisition. The deal, pending regulatory approval, signals renewed confidence in robotics amid AI integration trends. Source.

Smartkem and Jericho Energy plan merger to form US AI infrastructure firm. The combined entity aims to scale AI hardware supply chain capabilities under the Smartkem name. Source.

Investor-owned utilities call to end overreliance on PJM capacity market. EEI warns of reliability risks and cost uncertainties in current market design. Source.

EPA sued over termination of $7B Solar for All program. Lawsuit alleges unlawful program halt, potentially impacting solar funding and policy. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

CoreSite tops out Denver data center, first building at DE3 site launching next year. Expansion supports growing demand for cloud and AI workloads in the region. Source.

Vertiv launches new power distribution unit optimized for AI data centers. The unit efficiently manages high power demands critical for AI hardware operations. Source.

Fourier introduces liquid-cooled prefab data center modules. Targeting efficiency and scalability, these modules cater to AI and high-performance computing needs. Source.

Amazfit’s Active 2 fitness tracker is a budget-friendly wearable option. Priced at $81 during Prime Day, it offers strong competition to premium brands. Source.

Markets

AI bubble debate heats up with Ars Live discussion featuring Ed Zitron. Market watchers question sustainability of AI valuations amid hype concerns. Source.

Weak manufacturing demand persists amid tariff uncertainty. Only petroleum and coal products showed growth in September PMI data. Source.

Energy efficiency reduces Northeast peak demand and electricity bills. Acadia highlights growing importance of energy efficiency programs for grid stability. Source.

Soluna regains Nasdaq listing compliance after share price recovery. Crypto and data center firm rebounds from sub-$1 lows earlier this year. Source.

General

Amazon’s October Prime Day ignites tech deals. Robot vacuums and Apple products are hot commodities this shopping season, driving consumer tech upgrades ahead of holiday quarters. Source.

California clamps down on noisy streaming ads. New law mandates ad volumes match content levels by July 2026, potentially impacting streaming ad revenues. Source.

Manufacturing demand remains weak amid tariff uncertainty. September PMI data shows contracting new orders and rising backlogs, with government shutdown risks clouding outlook. Source.

Business

NBA selects AWS as cloud and AI partner. Multi-year deal positions AWS to deepen AI integration in sports analytics and fan engagement. Source.

Ardian to acquire Irish utility Energia. €2.5B deal bets on rising AI data center power demand in Europe. Source.

365 Data Centers CEO Bob DeSantis to retire. Leadership change may signal strategic shifts amid competitive hyperscale market. Source.

Meta, Pembina, and Kineticor eye data center near Edmonton. Collaboration aims to tap into Canada’s growing AI infrastructure demand, though unconfirmed. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

AMD wins massive AI chip deal from OpenAI. OpenAI can buy 10% of AMD stock at a penny per share, cementing AMD’s role in AI compute. Source.

Giga Computing adds AmpereOne M-powered servers. New servers optimize AI, cloud, and data center workloads boosting performance. Source.

Kiutra raises €13M for quantum computing fridge tech. Targets helium-free supercooling with magnets, advancing quantum infrastructure. Source.

Markets

Entergy sees surge in data center build interest in Louisiana. Following a 2GW Meta data center power deal, regional demand is heating up. Source.

Swedish consortium explores nuclear-powered data center. Plans to colocate data centers with small modular reactors in Nyköping. Source.

PJM launches fast track for new generation amid data center demand. Open to projects 500MW+, accelerating AI compute capacity growth. Source.

Power outages fuel supply chain concerns. Nearly 90% of global execs report energy disruptions, highlighting infrastructure risks. Source.

General

OpenAI valued at $500bn in employee share sale. OpenAI overtakes SpaceX as the world’s most valuable startup, signaling strong investor confidence in AI’s growth trajectory. Source.

Sora tightens control over AI-generated deepfake content. OpenAI’s Sora app now lets users control AI-generated videos featuring their likeness, addressing privacy and misuse concerns. Source.

Fictional characters officially coming to Sora. OpenAI moves to legitimize collaborations with fictional characters, curbing unauthorized and controversial content. Source.

Jane Goodall’s death triggers Netflix show premiere. Netflix’s unique content strategy of airing interviews posthumously could boost engagement amid AI-driven content competition. Source.

Business

AMD to supply OpenAI with 6GW of GPUs, starting 2026. AMD’s five-year deal includes a 10% OpenAI stake, challenging Nvidia’s AI chip dominance. Source.

TIM Enterprise announces €1bn AI data center investment. Plans to build a new AI data center and upgrade two others over three years, boosting European AI infrastructure. Source.

MTN exits legacy data centers in South Africa. MTN seeks partners for AI data center build-out after leaving Johannesburg and Cape Town sites. Source.

South Korea data center fire risks 858TB data loss. Critical government data lost due to lack of backup highlights data resilience gaps. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Germany’s Netmountains launches liquid-cooled data center. New Velbert facility features advanced liquid cooling for AI workloads, improving efficiency. Source.

Wafer-scale AI chipmaker Cerebras withdraws IPO. Despite raising $1.1bn, Cerebras delays listing, signaling market caution in AI chip space. Source.

OpenAI-Jony Ive AI device faces design challenges. The secretive palm-sized AI gadget aims for natural interaction but struggles with personality and talk frequency. Source.

GPD experiments with premium handheld gaming devices. Competing with Steam Deck, GPD targets niche with high-end, detachable controller designs. Source.

Markets

AI chip rivalry intensifies between AMD and Nvidia. AMD’s OpenAI deal challenges Nvidia’s market dominance, potentially reshaping semiconductor valuations. Source.

Data center investments drive infrastructure sector momentum. TIM Enterprise’s €1bn plan and Germany’s new liquid-cooled center highlight growth in AI-ready facilities. Source.

Market watches South Africa’s AI data center build-out. MTN’s exit and partner search signal shifts in emerging market AI infrastructure. Source.

Data security concerns rise after South Korea data loss. Investors eye cybersecurity and backup solutions amid growing AI data risks. Source.

General

AI-generated talent draws industry interest. AI “actress” Tilly Norwood created by Particle6 is attracting talent agents, signaling AI’s growing role in entertainment Source.

Steam launch aims to boost indie game success. The hit sausage-dueling game targets Steam to expand its audience and revenue potential Source.

Instagram complicates simple photo posting. New features push users toward content creation over casual sharing, risking user fatigue Source.

Business

Digital Realty partners with DXC for AI platform rollout. Deploying Dell AI Factory across data centers enhances enterprise AI capabilities Source.

Jera and Yokohama ink MoU for low-carbon data center. Focus on sustainability at Yokohama port aligns with green energy trends Source.

Australia creates agency to streamline data center projects. New body targets AU$1B+ developments to boost infrastructure growth Source.

DigiCo Infrastructure REIT signs 14MW data center deals. Sydney site attracts customers, signaling strong demand Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

US-UAE Nvidia chip deal faces delays. Five months post-agreement, no export licenses issued, stalling investments Source.

Square Kilometre Array data center nears completion. Two Faraday cages to shield telescope from radio waves highlight advanced hardware needs Source.

Quantum adoption urged for data centers. Industry urged to learn from GPU adoption to lead in quantum computing race Source.

Markets

AI infrastructure demand drives REIT deals. DigiCo and Digital Realty report strong data center leasing and AI platform partnerships Source.

Geopolitical risks cloud Nvidia chip exports. US-UAE delays create uncertainty in semiconductor supply chains Source.

Australia boosts data center infrastructure. New agency and strong deal flow signal market expansion Source.

General

AI hiring frenzy reshapes tech labor market. Startups face fierce competition to attract AI talent, driving up salaries and innovation pace Source.

Discord suffers customer service data breach. User info and photo IDs leaked via third-party provider breach, raising security concerns Source.

AI bubble debate heats up ahead of October 7 live chat. Market watchers question sustainability of AI valuations amid hype Source.

Jeff Bezos predicts gigawatt-scale space data centers in 10+ years. Space compute ambitions join AI infrastructure race Source.

Business

Digital Realty partners with DXC to deploy Dell AI Factory. Enterprise AI platform rollout accelerates AI adoption in data centers Source.

Fujitsu and Nvidia team up on custom AI infrastructure. Monaka CPUs combined with Nvidia GPUs target industry-specific AI agents Source.

AI startup Groq plans 12+ new data centers next year. Rapid expansion signals confidence in AI compute demand Source.

Hitachi partners with OpenAI on AI data center power infrastructure. Collaboration includes OpenAI access to Hitachi tech Source.

Australia’s DigiCo Infrastructure REIT signs 14MW data center deals. Customers from Global Switch boost Sydney site demand Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

SiPearl announces Athena1 dual-use chip for defense and aerospace. Expected availability in 2027 targets government sectors Source.

Square Kilometre Array data center installs two Faraday cages. Protects telescope from radio waves, ensuring data integrity Source.

Unity discloses years-old security exploit in game dev tools. Urges developers to update immediately despite no known breaches Source.

Google acquires Atlantic Quantum team for its Quantum AI unit. Reinforces Google’s quantum computing ambitions Source.

Markets

US-UAE Nvidia chip deal faces multi-month delays. No investments or export licenses finalized five months post-agreement Source.

Google commits $4bn investment for Arkansas data center powered by Entergy. Boosts regional infrastructure and AI compute capacity Source.

Etix secures €170m financing for European data center expansion. Funding from major banks signals confidence in EU growth Source.

Government shutdown risks delaying clean energy permitting. Could slow AI data center sustainability initiatives Source.

General

Space Forge inks MoU for microgravity chip manufacturing. UK startup partners with United Semiconductors aiming to quintuple crystal purity, potentially revolutionizing chip quality in space environments. Source.

Japan’s Asahi beer faces cyberattack-induced supply crunch. Cyberattack has halted order and shipment operations, risking domestic shortages and highlighting cybersecurity risks in consumer staples. Source.

Shein enters physical retail in France this November. The online fast-fashion giant expands offline despite regulatory headwinds, signaling hybrid retail trends. Source.

Redbox assets may be sold, signaling end to kiosk era. Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment’s IP sale suggests shift away from physical media rentals. Source.

Business

Aligned Data Centers eyed for $40bn GIP takeover. Potential ownership change in major colocation firm could reshape data center consolidation. Source.

Brookfield’s Centersquare acquires 10 North American data centers for $1bn. Expansion signals confidence in data infrastructure demand despite macro uncertainties. Source.

Brazil’s Ouribank partners with NEC for AI-native data center and campus network. Strategic investment in AI infrastructure aims to boost operational efficiency amid rising fintech competition. Source.

Flexential announces CEO transition to current COO. Leadership change may signal strategic shifts amid evolving data center landscape. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Microsoft to receive 100,000 Nvidia GB300 GPUs under Nebius deal. Redmond doubles down on AI capacity with over $33bn in neocloud agreements, tackling the capacity crunch head-on. Source.

Space Forge’s microgravity chips could redefine semiconductor purity. UK startup’s MoU with United Semiconductors targets up to 5x crystal purity improvements, a potential game-changer for chip performance. Source.

Elea Data Centers to build 30MW facility for Petrobras in São Paulo. Infrastructure to support supercomputing workloads highlights growing demand for high-performance data centers. Source.

New Dutch operator House of Data launches with plans for two data centers. 12MW capacity planned near Amsterdam and Rotterdam, signaling European data center expansion. Source.

Markets

Data centers drive $7.3bn surge in PJM capacity auction prices. Market monitor attributes high prices primarily to data center load, challenging supply-demand narratives. Source.

DOE cancels $7.6B in clean energy awards in states opposing Trump. Political interference in energy funding raises regulatory risks for clean energy investments. Source.

Shutdown furloughs imperil release of key US jobs data. Bureau of Labor Statistics delays could increase market volatility amid economic uncertainty. Source.

Brookfield’s $1bn data center acquisition signals sector confidence. Large-scale investments underscore data infrastructure as a resilient growth area. Source.

General

Tesla posts first sales increase this year amid tax credit rush. Tesla produced 447,450 vehicles in Q3, boosted by expiring federal EV tax credits driving consumer demand. Source.

Disney expands Hulu internationally ahead of unified streaming app. Hulu replaces Star hub in non-US markets starting Oct 8, prepping for Disney Plus integration next year. Source.

Music majors close to landmark AI licensing deals. Universal and Warner near agreements with Google, Spotify to license AI use of catalogs, reshaping music rights. Source.

OpenAI launches Sora 2 with AI video cameo features. New app lets users insert themselves into AI-generated videos with sound, enhancing social media engagement. Source.

Business

Microsoft to prioritize own AI chips, says CTO. Microsoft plans to mainly use proprietary AI chips in future, signaling vertical integration but timeline remains uncertain. Source.

Intel reportedly considering investment in AMD. Intel is in talks for a potential stake in AMD, following similar talks with Apple, hinting at strategic chip alliances. Source.

Fermi debuts on stock market, valued near $15B. Data center infrastructure firm raises $682.5M in IPO, signaling strong investor appetite for AI-related infrastructure. Source.

T-Mobile expands satellite service app support. Satellite-to-cell service now supports Google Maps, WhatsApp, X, enhancing connectivity for remote users. Source.

Hardware | Data Centers

Rolls-Royce launches fast-start gas generator for data centers. New generator ramps up in 45 seconds, targeting AI data center power demands. Source.

Tecogen unveils dual-power source chiller boosting compute power by 30%. Innovation addresses AI chip power needs amid strained grid capacity. Source.

Data center power infrastructure faces regulatory and environmental hurdles. Campaigners challenge 4.5GW gas-powered AI data center in Pennsylvania amid approval debates. Source.

New 200MW data center planned near Frankfurt. Argaman Group targets Birstein site, reflecting ongoing European AI infrastructure buildout. Source.

Markets

Coal capacity additions outpace wind in US July data. Despite retirements, coal added more capacity than wind, highlighting energy mix challenges. Source.

Government shutdown threatens energy sector construction projects. Halts in federal projects risk supply chain disruptions and cost increases. Source.

Data center transmission costs hit $4.4B for customers in seven PJM states. Regulatory gaps leave utility customers footing the bill for data center grid upgrades. Source.

Data center rezoning and expansion continue despite local opposition. Fort Worth approves rezoning; Texas offgrid campus expands to 438 acres. Source.