Mistral CEO pushes back against warnings
Mistral AI CEO Arthur Mensch is pushing back against increasingly alarming claims that artificial intelligence could spiral out of control or pose a threat to humanity. He argues that AI is still software and can therefore be controlled.
China is closing the gap
China is closing the gap with the U.S. in artificial intelligence, despite restrictions on access to advanced chips and technologies. Companies such as Moonshot AI, DeepSeek, and Alibaba have developed powerful and competitive models.
Why Europe is a strong hub for AI
Malte Kosub, co-founder of Parloa, believes that Europe can serve as a strong foundation for ambitious AI companies. It has a highly skilled workforce, strong universities, and a growing startup ecosystem.
AI slowdown raises difficult questions
Calls to slow down AI development are growing louder. Executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, and other experts are warning about potential threats to humanity. However, defining what such a slowdown should actually look like remains difficult.
Obama urges Dems to develop AI strategy
Former President Barack Obama urged his party to take the rapid development of AI more seriously. He warned that the technology is at a turning point and could fundamentally transform politics, the economy, and society.
Mistral raises €3 Billion
French AI company Mistral has raised €3 billion in a funding round led by Samsung, giving the company a valuation of more than €21 billion. The investment marks an important step in Mistral’s ambition to become Europe’s leading independent AI company.
European robotics shows its strengths
European researchers presented 15 robots in Brussels, highlighting practical applications in households, industry, and logistics. The focus was less on spectacular demonstrations and more on safety, cognitive abilities, and meaningful interaction with humans.
Europe’s chance for AI Sovereignty
Europe has an opportunity to reduce its reliance on AI technologies from the US and China. Among other measures, the EU Commission plans to expand data centre capacity, and strengthen Europe’s semiconductor industry.
Anthropic is becoming the Apple of AI
In July 2026, Anthropic further cemented its position as a leading AI provider, accounting for 65.1% of total spending, according to an analysis by Vercel. At the same time, the company’s token prices are significantly higher than those of its competitors.
AI price war intensifies due to open-weight models
OpenAI and Anthropic are cutting their AI prices. One reason is the growing popularity of cheaper open-weight models, particularly from Chinese developers, among enterprise customers.