The world of artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving, with significant advancements in technology and its applications. In this news brief, we'll explore the latest developments in AI, from China's AI models narrowing the gap with US giants to the impact of AI on the workforce and the latest innovations from top companies like Nvidia and Marvell Technology.
China's AI Models Narrow the Gap with US Giants
China's artificial intelligence (AI) models are rapidly closing the gap with leading US competitors while offering significantly lower prices, according to a report from benchmarking and consultancy firm Artificial Analysis. DeepSeek-R1, a reasoning model developed by one of China's top AI startups, secured third place globally on the Artificial Analysis Intelligence Index, scoring 60 points. It trailed only OpenAI's o1 and o3-mini, which scored 62 and 66, respectively.
Palantir Technologies Onboards Six New Warp Speed Customers for AI-Powered Manufacturing
Palantir Technologies Inc. has onboarded six new customers deploying its Warp Speed program to make key machinery manufacturing more efficient. The newest Warp Speed customers, Epirus, Red Cat, Saildrone, Saronic, Ursa Major, and SNC, will be able to accelerate onshore manufacturing capabilities, optimize maintenance, and enable advanced fleet management.
Morgan Stanley to Cut 2000 Jobs as AI and Automation Come to Investment Banking
Morgan Stanley plans to cut 2,000 jobs as part of a workforce restructuring. This move aims to improve operational efficiency and adapt to changes, including increased automation. The job cuts are said to be based on performance, changes in worker locations, and a small but growing portion of reductions linked to artificial intelligence (AI) and automation.
31% of Employees are Actively 'Sabotaging' AI Efforts. Here's Why
A significant proportion of the U.S. workforce is pushing back against Artificial Intelligence adoption at their jobs. According to a new study by generative AI platform Writer, 31% of employees—including 41% of workers—admit to “sabotaging” their company’s AI strategy by refusing to adopt AI tools and applications.
Nvidia’s GTC 2025 Could Be a Death Sentence for This AI Stock
Nvidia showcased its latest innovations at its GTC 2025 event this week in San Jose. The chip maker continues to position itself at the forefront of artificial intelligence development amid intensifying global competition. CEO Jensen Huang delivered a keynote highlighting Nvidia’s ambitious growth targets.
Marvell Technology’s CIO On AI, Cloud And Digital Expansion
Marvell Technology's CIO Nishit Sahay has driven value from creative use of the cloud, data and AI to help fuel the company's growth. Marvell Technology is a global semiconductor company specializing in data infrastructure solutions, generating approximately $5.5 billion in annual revenue.
Key Takeaways
- China's AI models are rapidly closing the gap with US giants while offering significantly lower prices.
- Palantir Technologies has onboarded six new customers deploying its Warp Speed program to make key machinery manufacturing more efficient.
- Morgan Stanley plans to cut 2,000 jobs as part of a workforce restructuring due to increased automation.
- 31% of employees are actively 'sabotaging' AI efforts by refusing to adopt AI tools and applications.
- Nvidia's GTC 2025 event showcased its latest innovations in AI development, positioning the company at the forefront of the industry.
- Marvell Technology's CIO Nishit Sahay has driven value from creative use of the cloud, data and AI to help fuel the company's growth.
Sources
- China’s AI models narrow the gap with US giants- at a fraction of the cost
- The Director’s Guide to Planning for AI Disruption in the Workforce
- Micron achieves over $1 billion in HBM sales driven by AI demand
- Palantir Technologies (PLTR) Onboards Six New Warp Speed Customers for AI-Powered Manufacturing
- Morgan Stanley to cut 2000 jobs; as AI and Automation come to investment banking - The Times of India
- 31% of employees are actively 'sabotaging' AI efforts. Here's why
- Nvidia’s GTC 2025 Could Be a Death Sentence for This AI Stock
- Marvell Technology’s CIO On AI, Cloud And Digital Expansion