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April 30, 2025

Duolingo's AI Matches Human Tutoring Quality

Duolingo is now capable of teaching at a level comparable to human tutors, according to its founder, Sean von Ahn. He prioritizes speed over perfection in the development process, acknowledging that some risk is acceptable to maintain momentum.

https://en.tempo.co/read/2001979/duolingo-to-adopt-ai-ceo-reveals-in-memo-to-employees

April 30, 2025

Google's AI Plans Criticized as Weak Solution

The US Justice Department has wrapped up its landmark trial against Google, with a focus on the company's generative AI technology and potential remedies to address antitrust concerns. The proposed fixes by Google are considered less likely to promote competition compared to those suggested by government economists, who believe their proposals will have a better chance of restoring competition in the online search market.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/doj-google-antitrust-case-wraps-with-generative-ai-in-spotlight

April 30, 2025

Google's Antitrust Fixes Fall Short of Expectations

The US Justice Department has wrapped up its landmark trial against Google, with a focus on generative AI and antitrust remedies. The proposed fixes by Google are considered less likely to restore competition compared to those offered by the government, according to economist Tasneem Chipty.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/ip-law/doj-google-antitrust-case-wraps-with-generative-ai-in-spotlight

April 30, 2025

Huawei's Huang Sees Opportunity in AI Chip Shift

The US administration is considering changes to a Biden-era regulation on advanced AI chips, potentially eliminating a tiered system that limits chip access. The Framework for Artificial Intelligence Diffusion aims to restrict powerful AI chips and model weights from companies like Nvidia, keeping cutting-edge computing within the US and its close allies. Huawei's CEO, Huang, expressed confidence in manufacturing chips domestically using available US resources, citing a change in the world since the previous regulation was released.

https://www.thestar.com.my/tech/tech-news/2025/04/30/nvidia-ceo-says-trump-should-revise-ai-chip-export-rules-bloomberg-news-reports

April 30, 2025

Huawei's Zhou Unveils AI-Ready Data Solution

Peter Zhou, Huawei's vice-president and head of its data storage product line, unveiled a solution in his opening speech titled "Data Awakening, Accelerating Intelligence with AI-Ready Data Infrastructure". The solution aims to accelerate intelligence by leveraging AI-ready data infrastructure.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/huawei-lance-une-solution-de-lac-de-donnees-dia-concue-pour-accelerer-lintelligence-industrielle-302443076.html

April 30, 2025

Indonesia Accelerates AI and Chip Development Plans

The Indonesian government is accelerating the development of the semiconductor and artificial intelligence industries as part of a broader strategy to drive economic growth. Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs Airlangga Hartarto stated that these sectors are key to Indonesia's digital-era economic transformation, with GDP growth heavily reliant on them by 2045. The government has formed a task force to develop semiconductor ecosystems and AI, focusing on human resource development through scholarships and research collaborations with US universities like Arizona State University and Purdue University. The government also aims to encourage the development of assembly, testing, and packaging facilities in the Batam area and increase investment and trade in the sector.

https://en.antaranews.com/news/353497/indonesia-accelerates-semiconductor-ai-industry-development?utm_source=antaranews&utm_medium=desktop&utm_campaign=popular_right

April 30, 2025

Indonesia's Deputy Minister Urges AI Literacy in Education

Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology Stella Christie emphasized the need for artificial intelligence (AI) literacy in Indonesia's education sector as the country adapts to rapid technological advancements. She stressed that understanding AI is crucial for future graduates and professionals, rather than fearing or avoiding it. Christie highlighted the importance of critical thinking, data verification, and ethical decision-making when using AI tools, which can replace human judgment and empathy if not managed properly. She encouraged universities to incorporate AI ethics and interdisciplinary collaboration into their curricula, ensuring students develop a broad, socially informed mindset.

https://opengovasia.com/2025/04/26/indonesia-deputy-minister-calls-for-ai-literacy-in-higher-education/

April 30, 2025

Komdigi Partners with Tokyo's TMI on AI Education

Komdigi's Deputy Minister Nezar Patria met with Yutaka Matsuo, a professor at the University of Tokyo's Department of Technology Management for Innovation (TMI), to discuss improving digital skills. Matsuo, a leading AI expert in Japan, offered to develop an AI education curriculum that Indonesia can emulate. The partnership aims to create startups solving community problems and strengthen AI-based business solutions. Komdigi is also accelerating the preparation of AI regulations in Indonesia, with the goal of finalizing them in the third quarter of 2025.

https://en.tempo.co/read/2001964/indonesia-partners-with-university-of-tokyo-to-develop-ai-curriculum-framework

April 30, 2025

Meta Launches AI App Llama Across Platforms

Meta Platforms Inc. has launched a standalone AI app called Meta AI, built on its large language model technology, Llama, to compete with popular chatbots like OpenAI's ChatGPT. The new app is available across Meta's social apps, including Instagram and WhatsApp, and aims to provide users with a more personalized experience.

https://news.bloomberglaw.com/artificial-intelligence/meta-launches-standalone-ai-app-in-bid-to-compete-with-chatgpt