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Good morning Reader, Experts advocate for an open-source approach to developing Indian LLMs. Meanwhile, Meta has launched a standalone AI app using Llama 4, and AlonOS introduces an AI agent for business continuity management.
Corning reports strong second-quarter sales driven by AI demand, while China's Xi emphasizes AI advancements during his Shanghai visit. A survey reveals emerging economies are leading in AI trust, and the rivalry intensifies as Microsoft and OpenAI shift from allies to competitors, alongside Alibaba's unveiling of Qwen 3 AI. In today's newsletter:
- Experts make a new case for open-source path to Indian LLMs
- Meta launches standalone AI app built with Llama 4
- AI startup AlonOS rolls out AI agent for business continuity management
- Corning sees second-quarter core sales above estimates as AI boom aids demand
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Experts make a new case for open-source path to Indian LLMs 
This debate, which has been brewing in the community, has come up after Sarvam AI was selected to build the country’s indigenous large language model under the IndiaAI Mission. The company was given access to close to 4,100 Nvidia H100 graphic processing units, and six months to build the model. Read full article here |
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Meta launches standalone AI app built with Llama 4 
It is being positioned as an early step toward creating more context-aware and personalised interactions with users. Users can now engage in conversations with the AI in a dedicated interface and switch between voice and text as needed. Read full article here |
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| AI Landscape Shifts: Open-Source Models, Meta's Innovations, and Global Competition  The Pulse The AI sector is witnessing rapid advancements, with emerging economies leading in trust and innovation. As companies like Meta and Alibaba unveil new models, the geopolitical race for AI supremacy intensifies, raising ethical concerns around privacy and job displacement. How its happening Key players are leveraging advanced technologies like Llama 4 and Qwen 3 to enhance user interactions and adaptability. Initiatives such as India's indigenous LLM development and Microsoft's evolving relationship with OpenAI highlight the competitive dynamics shaping the industry. Key takeaways
- Emerging economies show higher trust in AI compared to advanced nations.
- Meta's Llama 4 app aims for personalized user engagement.
- Microsoft and OpenAI's partnership faces challenges amid rising competition.
- Alibaba's Qwen 3 enhances AI capabilities in a competitive Chinese market.
- AI's role in business continuity is growing with new tools from startups like AIonOS.
Notable actions Recent developments include Sarvam AI's selection for India's LLM project, Meta's launch of its AI app, and Alibaba's introduction of Qwen 3. As companies adapt to evolving demands, the implications for AI governance and ethical standards will be crucial to monitor. |
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Corning sees second-quarter core sales above estimates as AI boom aids demand 
Corning forecast Q2 core sales of $3.85 billion, surpassing estimates, driven by strong demand for optical connectivity products in AI and 5G. Q1 sales and earnings also beat expectations. The company benefits from Apple’s investments and rising enterprise demand for Gen AI infrastructure. Read full article here |
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China's Xi visits Shanghai, urges advances in AI development 
In his first visit since November 2023, China's president Xi Jinping said that Shanghai should strive to be at the forefront of artificial intelligence development and governance, the report added. Read full article here |
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- OpenAI explains why ChatGPT became too sycophantic
- Microsoft CEO says up to 30% of the company’s code was written by AI
- Meta’s LlamaCon was all about undercutting OpenAI
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- How To Use Gemini AI To Summarize YouTube Videos
- Behold the Social Security Administration’s AI Training Video
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