The biggest AI companies have quietly rallied around a single standard for how AI agents connect to apps and data. Called MCP, it started as an internal tool at Anthropic but has spread like wildfire. Now, its move to the Linux Foundation could cement it as the plumbing for the next internet.
Walmart is moving beyond a single pilot project into a major rollout of 3D-printed commercial buildings. The deal with Alquist 3D, backed by materials giant Sika, marks a turning point for the tech in large-scale construction.
A new venture firm, U2V, is launching with a €60 million fund to invest in pre-Seed and Seed-stage DeepTech startups from European universities. Its goal is to bridge the gap between scientific research and commercial success by connecting founders with industry partners.
Forget the usual suspects. A new report reveals Google’s Gemini and xAI’s Grok are seeing explosive growth, far outpacing ChatGPT in percentage terms. The key driver? High-value feature upgrades that are pulling users in. But it’s not just about chatbots anymore.
F.L.Putnam’s Ellen Hazen suggests investors look to chip manufacturer TSMC as a core AI holding. She sees a bubble forming but believes it’s different from past manias, and likes TSMC’s position as the indispensable foundry for everyone, including Nvidia’s potential rivals.
A new feature spotted in Android 17’s code allows users to remap buttons on Bluetooth game controllers. This could finally solve compatibility headaches for mobile gamers using different controllers.
Major tech rivals are collaborating on a new foundation to set the ground rules for AI agents. The move aims to prevent fragmentation and ensure different AI systems can work together seamlessly.
A coalition of activist groups is calling on Congress to stop new datacenter builds, warning of soaring energy use and utility bills. The push comes as the AI boom drives record investment, but faces a political reality focused on beating China in the AI race.
Google is working to build its AI Mode directly into the Chrome browser. The native integration would allow the AI to access and use information from your open tabs, moving beyond a simple sidebar.
Accenture is on an AI partnership spree. After a deal with OpenAI, it’s now teaming up with Anthropic to train tens of thousands of employees on Claude. The consulting giants are in a full-blown arms race for AI dominance.
