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Nvidia's GeForce Now cloud gaming service is upgrading to RTX 5080 GPUs, offering more power and AI-generated frames. The service will also introduce 'Install-to-Play' feature, allowing users to install games without waiting for Nvidia's curation. Additionally, GeForce Now will support 5K resolution at 120fps and 360fps at 1080p, with a new Cinematic Quality Streaming mode to reduce color bleed and restore detail.

HPE is capitalizing on the surging demand for AI-driven technology with the release of its latest Nvidia Blackwell-powered GPU servers. The servers are due to start shipping soon, but enterprises may face delays due to high demand from hyperscalers like Microsoft. The new servers are available for order and will begin shipping globally on September 2, 2025.

Nvidia is developing a new AI chip, codenamed B30A, for sale in China. The chip is said to be half as powerful as its flagship B300 Blackwell GPU but more powerful than the H20 GPUs currently allowed to be sold in China. The B30A will have similar features to the H20, including fast data transmission and high-bandwidth memory.

OpenAI is reportedly nearing a $500 billion valuation, with investors betting on its potential to become the next big tech giant. The company's AI technology, including ChatGPT, has shown rapid growth and adoption, but some experts express skepticism about its ability to retain customers and monetize its services. OpenAI's spending is also increasing, with a projected cash burn of $8 billion this year.

Meta is restructuring its AI division, Meta Superintelligence Labs, less than two months after its formation. The group will be split into four smaller groups, focusing on AI research, infrastructure, products, and superintelligence. This move comes amid concerns over the company's AI goals and spending, with some experts skeptical about achieving superintelligence.

Google BigQuery's data engineering agents can accelerate time to insight by automating data pipeline management, freeing up experts for higher-value work and helping businesses respond faster to change.

Emerson Murphy-Hill discusses how to prioritize investments in engineering productivity using data from Google, National Instruments, and ABB, including ranked lists of productivity drivers and the impact of biases in code reviews and documentation.

Apple's Xcode 26 will include support for Anthropic's Claude large language model, a potential alternative to OpenAI's ChatGPT. This move marks a significant expansion of Apple's AI offerings and could have implications for the broader developer ecosystem.

Meta is restructuring its AI organization into four new groups, including the Meta Superintelligence Labs, in an effort to improve its AI capabilities and keep up with rivals like OpenAI and Google DeepMind. The changes were announced by Scale AI founder Alexandr Wang, who joined Meta as chief AI officer in June.

Databricks has raised $1 billion in a new funding round, which will be used to invest in its database for AI agents, Lakebase, and its AI agent platform, Agent Bricks. The company aims to disrupt the $105 billion database market by targeting AI agents as the new user base. Databricks' CEO, Ali Ghodsi, believes that the key to success lies in 'separated compute and storage', which will allow users to create many databases affordably.

Nvidia's app is getting improvements to DLSS override, more control panel features, and Project G-Assist changes. The update includes anisotropic filtering, anti-aliasing, and ambient occlusion options, as well as a global DLSS override feature. Nvidia is also bringing its Smooth Motion feature to all RTX 40-series owners.

Lumen Technologies has upgraded its US network with 400Gbps Ethernet and IP Services, enabling fast and secure datacentre connectivity across 16 major metro markets and over 70 third-party datacentres, supporting AI-first planning and multi-cloud architectures.

Mars Petcare's head of digital innovation discusses using AI to detect health conditions in pets, building computer vision algorithms, and creating digital experiences for pet owners. The company focuses on scientific credibility and rigor in its AI development, and aims to make AI relevant across its brands.

Eight Sleep, a startup offering AI-powered sleep tech products, has raised $100 million from investors. The company's smart mattresses integrate software and AI to track and enhance sleep quality, and it plans to use the funding to accelerate its growth in the medical sector and expand internationally.

Meta's first real smart glasses, codenamed Hypernova, are rumored to have a display and come with a neural wristband for control. However, the requirement of a separate wristband to use the glasses properly may be a major turn-off for users, potentially affecting the product's success.

The UK government has reportedly abandoned its attempt to force Apple into weakening iPhone encryption after the White House intervened. US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard announced the news, stating that the UK has agreed to drop its mandate for Apple to provide a 'backdoor' that would have enabled access to protected encrypted data.

The future workforce will be a collaboration between humans and AI agents, leading to increased productivity and efficiency. AI agents can take on routine tasks, freeing humans to focus on creative and strategic work. Companies are already exploring the use of AI agents, with 2 out of 3 organizations preparing for or deploying them. However, leaders must define roles and responsibilities for AI agents and ensure governance, transparency, and ethics are embedded in their deployment.

Research from RtBrick warns that operators are at risk of being overwhelmed by AI and streaming demands on bandwidth by 2030. Despite investment in AI, operators lack confidence in delivering services at a viable cost and struggle with execution due to complexity, skills shortages, and decision-making issues.

Ford is transforming its Louisville Assembly Plant to produce affordable EVs, starting with a midsize pickup truck. The company has scrapped its traditional assembly line method and developed a new three-pronged approach using more automation. This move is a significant bet for Ford, with $5 billion invested, to stay relevant in the EV market.

The global car industry is undergoing a significant transformation, with many traditional auto companies struggling to adapt to the shift towards electric vehicles and new technologies. Companies such as Stellantis, Ford, and Tesla are facing challenges in navigating this change, with some experiencing significant financial losses. The rise of Chinese automakers, such as BYD, is also posing a threat to Western car manufacturers. As the industry continues to evolve, companies are being forced to rethink their business models and strategies in order to remain competitive.