According to a new report, some Apple leaders believe large language models will become low-cost commodities in the coming years. This view could explain the company’s famously reserved spending on its own AI models, focusing instead on its core strengths.
In a flurry of year-end moves, Big Tech is doubling down on AI with clear monetization and deployment strategies. Meta’s huge acquisition stands out, aiming to finally turn its AI investments into direct subscription revenue.
Meta is acquiring AI startup Manus in a deal worth over $2 billion. The Singapore-based company, which hit $100M in revenue in just 8 months, has deep roots in China, forcing Meta to mandate a full cut-off.
The Japanese investment giant SoftBank has completed its planned $40 billion stake in OpenAI. The deal, first agreed to in early 2025, cements SoftBank’s aggressive push into artificial intelligence.
Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta is making one of its biggest AI bets yet, acquiring the startup Manus for over $2 billion. The deal is a landmark because Manus was founded in China, instantly raising geopolitical eyebrows. Can Meta navigate the political minefield to get the tech it wants?
A survey of 24 enterprise-focused VCs by TechCrunch finds a consensus: 2026 is when companies will stop experimenting and start consolidating their AI spending. The result could be a brutal market where only a handful of vendors win big, leaving many startups struggling.
The biggest hurdle for businesses wanting to profit from AI might not be tech, but a lack of self-knowledge. According to a Fast Company piece, the key lies in treating data like inherited art—you need a systematic appraisal to understand its true value.
Meta has acquired Singapore-based AI agent developer Manus, continuing its massive AI spending spree. The startup claims an astonishing revenue run rate, but its rapid pivot from China adds complexity to the deal.
SoftBank is making a huge move into digital infrastructure, agreeing to buy investment firm DigitalBridge for about $3 billion in cash. The deal, worth $4 billion including debt, is a direct play to capitalize on the AI boom’s insatiable need for data centers.
A major 2025 survey reveals generative AI is now deeply embedded in business, with budgets soaring and ROI being measured. The hard part? Managing the people and skills side of the equation as the tech accelerates.
