Meta, the parent company of Facebook, offered US$100 million bonuses to OpenAI employees in an attempt to poach their talent. However, OpenAI's CEO Sam Altman stated that his company has not lost any top talent to these offers, saying "I'm really happy that at least so far none of our best people have decided to take them up on that." Meta is investing heavily in AI technology, with a plan to spend at least US$60 billion this year, and has made significant deals, including a reported US$10 billion partnership with Scale AI.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/money/2025/06/18/altman-reveals-metas-unsuccessful-bid-to-poach-openai-employees-by-offering-us100m-bonuses/180833Generative AI is facing challenges in balancing its benefits for creators with the need to protect intellectual property rights. Adobe's senior vice president, Karen Robinson, argues that generative AI can be a boon for creators if policies are put in place to safeguard their work. However, the technology has been criticized for using images from rivals without permission, highlighting the need for clear regulations on fair use and copyright infringement.
https://news.bloomberglaw.com/tech-and-telecom-law/generative-ai-requires-flexible-policy-plan-to-protect-creatorsGuidehouse, a global AI-led professional services firm, is investing $1.5 billion over three years to launch a next-generation AI platform that will transform mission-critical operations across multiple industries. The initiative aims to scale AI innovation in government agencies and commercial enterprises, particularly in regulated healthcare, financial services, energy, infrastructure, and national security markets. Guidehouse plans to drive focused innovation by leveraging its advisory expertise to create fast and lasting impact, with a focus on operational efficiency, scalability, and trust.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/guidehouse-investing-1-5b-in-ai-to-lead-multi-industry-transformation-302485424.htmlAI in healthcare is transforming the industry with its increasing adoption, driven by companies like IBM and Google, which are developing advanced algorithms to analyze medical data and support clinical decision-making. For instance, Google's AI-powered LYNA (Lymph Node Assistant) can detect breast cancer from mammography images with high accuracy. Similarly, IBM's Watson for Oncology uses machine learning to provide personalized treatment recommendations for cancer patients. This shift is also changing hospital workflows, as seen in the implementation of AI-powered chatbots at hospitals like Massachusetts General Hospital, which help patients with routine inquiries and reduce wait times.
https://nerdbot.com/2025/06/17/disadvantages-of-ai-in-healthcare-and-the-benefits-that-still-matter/Microsoft plans to spend $80 billion on expanding data centers this fiscal year to alleviate capacity issues for its AI services. The company is expected to announce significant layoffs early next month, although the sales teams will not be exclusively affected. Microsoft had approximately 228,000 employees as of June last year.
https://channelnewsasia.com/cna-explainsMoody's Analytics has reported a surge in artificial intelligence (AI) investment globally, with India emerging as one of the top destinations for AI investments. The agency notes that despite slowing cross-border investment and fracturing global trade, spending on AI is growing rapidly. Developed and emerging economies in East and Southeast Asia, including India, Singapore, and Malaysia, are key targets for AI investments, particularly in data centre projects and chip manufacturing.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/business/moodys-ai-investment-surges-india-among-top-destinations-1886070Kovachich, a journalist, emphasized the evolving role of journalism in the digital age ahead of Vietnam's 100th anniversary of the Vietnam Revolutionary Press Day. He highlighted the importance of human discernment over technology in distinguishing truth from misinformation, as AI-generated content can blur the lines between fact and fabrication. Kovachich praised Sputnik's experiments with AI, but warned that their use must be balanced with editorial oversight to maintain credibility. He also expressed concerns about language bias in AI development and called for news agencies like VNA to contribute culturally rich data. Kovachich urged media professionals to invest in digital literacy and international cooperation to set ethical standards for AI use in media, emphasizing the necessity of human values in journalism's future.
https://opengovasia.com/2025/06/18/vietnam-ai-literacy-vital-for-journalism-in-the-digital-era/AI is transforming the global workforce by automating routine tasks, prompting industry leaders to expect a reshuffling of roles across industries. Amazon, with over 1.5 million employees, is using Generative AI to enhance efficiency and customer experience, optimizing inventory and forecasting in its fulfillment network. Analyst Gil Luria notes that while AI boosts productivity, it may lead to a slowdown in hiring, particularly in software development. Microsoft has laid off thousands of employees, while Google has reported hundreds of layoffs in the past year, as tech companies increasingly rely on AI to write code for their products and internal operations.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/06/19/business/foreign-business/amazons-corporate-workforce-may-shrink/2135796Bloomberg's AI-powered system is grappling with the challenge of keeping pace with rapidly evolving laws and regulations. The company's experts warn that current legislation may not be equipped to handle the complexities of artificial intelligence, raising concerns about accountability and oversight. For instance, the lack of clear guidelines on AI decision-making processes has led to questions about liability and responsibility. As a result, Bloomberg is advocating for more comprehensive and adaptable laws to address these issues, ensuring that AI systems are developed and deployed in a responsible manner.
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