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Meta plans AI pendant testing and new AI glasses
Meta is reportedly preparing an ambitious wearables roadmap that includes testing an AI pendant in 2027, launching new AI glasses next month, and creating an enterprise-focused “Wearables for Work” unit. The move signals Meta’s push to expand AI hardware beyond smartphones and into consumer and workplace devices.
SoftBank commits up to €75B for AI computing clusters in France
SoftBank has pledged to invest up to €75 billion in AI computing clusters in France, with an initial €45 billion plan for 3.1 GW of capacity in Hauts-de-France by 2031. The investment places France at the center of SoftBank’s global AI strategy and underscores the scale of spending required for AI infrastructure.
EU prepares a major tech policy package targeting chips, cloud, and AI
The European Union is preparing a new rules package on chips, cloud computing, and AI as part of an effort to reduce dependence on U.S. technology. The proposal is expected to be presented on Wednesday and could reshape the regulatory environment for major tech suppliers.
Coinbase and Kalshi launch perpetual crypto futures for U.S. investors
Coinbase and prediction-market platform Kalshi said they are introducing perpetual crypto futures through domestic, regulated exchanges. If widely adopted, the offering could broaden access to a derivatives product that has typically been concentrated offshore.
AI companies engage U.S. FERC on data-center grid connections
Sources say AI companies are increasingly speaking with the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as it prepares a June proposal to speed up data-center connections to regional power grids. The discussions reflect growing pressure on electricity infrastructure as AI workloads expand.
Dell posts its best day ever after rapid revenue growth
Dell stock rose 32.81% after the company reported its fastest revenue growth since returning to the public market in 2018. The market reaction highlights strong investor demand for companies tied to AI servers and enterprise infrastructure.
BlackBerry rally continues as QNX is pitched for robots
BlackBerry’s stock is up more than 160% over the past three months as investors focus on QNX’s potential role as software for robots. The surge reflects renewed speculation that legacy automotive software assets could benefit from robotics and embedded systems demand.
World Intelligence Expo 2026 spotlights embodied AI
The World Intelligence Expo 2026 opened in Tianjin with more than 700 exhibitors showcasing embodied AI, core AI technologies, low-altitude economy systems, and commercial space exploration. Organizers say the event is highlighting how robots and intelligent systems are moving into industrial and public-service use cases.
Canals raises $35M Series A for AI workflow automation
Miami-based startup Canals raised a $35 million Series A led by Base10 to expand its AI tools for distributors. The company says its software helps automate workflows across sales, customer service, and related operations.
NVIDIA investor attention builds ahead of Taipei conference appearances
Market watchers are focused on upcoming NVIDIA-related conference appearances in Taipei, including a scheduled talk by CFO Colette Kress. The attention reflects continued investor interest in AI chip demand and the broader semiconductor supply chain.
Google AI search features draw renewed attention
Recent coverage highlights Google’s ongoing effort to transform search with AI, with claims of faster processing and reduced energy use. The story reflects continuing competition among major platforms to integrate generative AI into core search products.