Brussels gears up to confront Microsoft's dominance in videoconferencing with fresh antitrust charges over Teams. Despite recent proposals, EU regulators remain unconvinced, fearing market manipulation and unfair competition. The impending charges signal an end to a decade-long truce, escalating tensions between tech giants and EU regulators.
Italian oil company Eni plans to spin-off interests in oil and gas projects to focus on low-carbon activities. It also aims to raise funds through deals and divestitures.
Join Microsoft as it spearheads France's AI revolution with a €4 billion commitment, part of a global push to fortify cloud and AI infrastructure. Bolstered by local support and Macron's vision, this investment not only cements France's position in the tech landscape but also echoes Microsoft's expansive strategy, with parallel investments in Germany and Abu Dhabi, signaling a transformative era in AI technology.
Amazon's €1.2 billion investment marks a significant stride in bolstering its French presence, promising 3,000 new jobs. The move aligns with France's push for tech investment, showcased at the 'Choose France' event, where giants like Amazon, GSK, and Accenture pledge substantial commitments. Amazon Web Services' expansion in Paris not only supports AI innovation but also caters to France's burgeoning startup ecosystem, propelled by Meta Platforms Inc and Google.
SoftBank Group Corp has reported a quarterly net profit of $1.5 billion, driven by the soaring valuation of Arm Holdings, as it continues to amass funds for its artificial intelligence expansion.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has been described as a "demanding" boss by his employees, a label he embraces. In a recent interview, Huang defended his leadership style, asserting that it takes a relentless approach to run a company of Nvidia's magnitude.