All articles by Shivam Mishra

Shivam Mishra

Spanish prosecutors probe Meta for potential AI data protection law breaches 

The inquiry focuses on the use of user data for training its AI services within the European Union.  

Foxconn plans to invest $551m in two new projects in Vietnam 

This move is part of the company’s strategy to diversify its manufacturing bases across Asia, including India and Vietnam. 

AI-driven robotics company Cartken secures $22.5m funding 

The German company plans to use funding to expand partnerships with enterprises and enhance self-driving technology. 

Amazon to halt Astro for Business security robot

The Astro for Business robot, which was sold for $2,349.99, was designed to provide round-the-clock business monitoring. 

Sentient Labs raises $85m in seed funding

The startup is focused on creating an open-source platform that allows developers to be compensated for their contributions to AI tools. 

AI startup Magic in talks to raise more than $200m at $1.5bn valuation 

This is despite the startup having no revenue and no products currently for sale.

Nvidia faces antitrust charges in France over alleged anti-competitive practices 

Nvidia’s demand has surged following the release of the generative AI application ChatGPT, leading to increased regulatory scrutiny in various regions. 

Ampere partners with LGES and CATL for advanced LFP battery tech 

This partnership is aimed at addressing market volatility and the rapid evolution of battery technologies. 

BlackRock to acquire Preqin for $3.2bn to advance private market data capabilities 

Preqin founder Mark O’Hare will join BlackRock as a vice chair.  

Singapore-based Silicon Box to set up €3.2bn chip facility in Italy 

The investment is expected to generate around 1,600 semiconductor jobs at the new manufacturing site and create additional jobs indirectly through supplier and construction activities.