OpenAI secures $10 billion computing power deal with Cerebras
OpenAI has signed a multiyear agreement with Cerebras Systems Inc. to purchase up to 750 megawatts of computing power over three years, valued at more than $10 billion. This deal aims to enhance OpenAI's AI infrastructure capabilities, particularly for its ChatGPT product, and will see capacity come online in multiple tranches through 2028. Cerebras will provide cloud services powered by its chips, focusing on inference and reasoning models.
Google Introduces Personal Intelligence for Gemini AI
Google has launched Personal Intelligence, a beta feature for its Gemini AI that integrates data from users' Gmail, Google Photos, Search history, and YouTube activity to provide hyper-personalized responses. Announced on January 14, 2026, the tool is initially available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers in the U.S., allowing Gemini to generate tailored suggestions while emphasizing user control over data privacy. The feature is designed to enhance user experience by combining reasoning across multiple sources, although it remains off by default and requires explicit opt-in.
Google cites U.S. transmission system as data center hurdle
Google has identified the U.S. transmission system as the primary obstacle to effectively connecting data centers, emphasizing the challenges in infrastructure for data management. This assertion highlights the growing concerns regarding energy demand and land use associated with the rapid expansion of data centers across the country.
London Stock Exchange Launches Digital Settlement Service
The London Stock Exchange Group Plc has launched a new digital settlement service named Digital Settlement House, aimed at enhancing its use of blockchain technology. This service will facilitate instantaneous settlements between independent payment networks, utilizing both blockchain and traditional technologies.
South Korea narrows AI model competition to three teams
South Korea's competition to develop its first sovereign AI model has eliminated teams led by Naver Corp. and NCSoft Corp., leaving three contenders in the race. This decision reflects the government's ongoing efforts to advance its AI capabilities amid increasing scrutiny over the implications of AI technologies.
