December 27, 2025

DeepSeek Introduces New AI Models Aiming to Rival Google and OpenAI

China’s fast-advancing artificial intelligence startup DeepSeek has unveiled two upgraded versions of its experimental model, marking a significant step forward in the global race toward next-generation AI systems. The new releases, known as DeepSeek-V3.2 and DeepSeek-V3.2-Speciale, add substantial improvements in reasoning, mathematical competence and autonomous tool-use, positioning the company as a growing challenger to leading >>>

December 22, 2025

Tether Invests in Italian Humanoid-Robotics Startup as AI Expansion Accelerates

Stablecoin issuer Tether has joined a €70 million ($81.6 million) funding round for Generative Bionics, an Italy-based humanoid-robotics startup leveraging research from the Italian Institute of Technology. The investment marks another strategic step in Tether’s rapid expansion into artificial intelligence, advanced computing and deep-tech sectors. The round was led by CDP Venture Capital, Italy’s state-backed >>>

December 15, 2025

Nokia Restructures to Target the AI Infrastructure Boom

As global demand for AI-ready networks accelerates, Nokia is reshaping its business to position itself at the center of next-generation connectivity. Nokia Oyj is intensifying its focus on the artificial intelligence infrastructure boom, unveiling a broad restructuring plan designed to transform the Finnish telecommunications company into a key supplier of network systems for AI data >>>

December 11, 2025

Finnish Satellite Startup Iceye Hits €2.4 Billion Valuation as Europe Ramps Up Defense Spending

Iceye, the Finnish satellite company increasingly embedded in Europe’s defense strategy, has raised new capital at a €2.4 billion ($2.8 billion) valuation. The round, led by US venture firm General Catalyst, includes €150 million in fresh equity and €50 million in secondary sales for early investors. CEO Rafal Modrzewski said Iceye reached profitability this year, >>>

December 9, 2025

Alphabet Gains Momentum as AI Chip Push Puts Pressure on Nvidia

Alphabet Inc. is closing in on Nvidia Corp. in the race for tech-market dominance as strong demand for its new Gemini AI models and growing interest in its in-house AI chips lift the company’s shares. The Google parent rose 2% on Wednesday, bringing its market value to roughly $3.9 trillion, just $300 billion shy of >>>

December 5, 2025

Uber and WeRide Launch Fully Driverless Robotaxi Service on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island

Uber Technologies Inc. has begun offering fully driverless rides in partnership with WeRide Inc. on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, marking a significant expansion of autonomous mobility in the Middle East. The companies launched their initial pilot with safety operators in late 2024. Now, a year later, select UberX and Uber Comfort riders can be >>>