Pons.ai, founded by Kelvin Tang and based at Hong Kong Science Park, utilizes advanced AI models to create personalized digital avatars for corporate and personal use. The company’s platform has generated significant revenue and aligns with Hong Kong’s strategic investments in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.

A vision of AI-driven personal safety networks promises real-time alerts about environmental dangers via interconnected sensors and wearable devices. While these systems could enhance situational awareness and prevent harm, they also present major challenges around privacy, security, and ethics. Experts argue that realizing such networks will require careful, stepwise development and robust safeguards to protect individual rights.

Optus, Australia’s second-largest telecom provider, is advancing its use of artificial intelligence to boost service quality and operational efficiency. CEO Stephen Rue has affirmed that, despite the growing role of AI, human expertise will remain a core part of the business as Optus addresses past disruptions and invests in future resilience.

Telstra Group Ltd has launched its “Connected Future 30” strategy, outlining a five-year plan centered on AI-driven network innovation and large-scale fibre infrastructure investments. The initiative aims to enhance connectivity and support emerging technologies across Australia.

Samsung has introduced its 2025 OLED TV range in Australia, featuring new AI-driven enhancements, QD-OLED and WOLED panel options, and a variety of sizes to meet diverse viewing needs. The lineup aims to deliver improved picture quality, gaming performance, and smart features for consumers in Australia and Hong Kong.

Nokia and Australian cloud provider ResetData are launching the nation’s first sovereign, liquid immersion-cooled AI data centers—known as “AI Factories”—in Melbourne’s CBD from Q2 2025. The initiative aims to keep data within Australia, promote energy efficiency, and strengthen the country’s digital infrastructure.

Retail stores in Victoria have begun introducing AI-driven cleaning robots in response to operational pressures and heightened hygiene expectations. The deployment highlights broader automation trends and raises questions about efficiency, cost, and the future of retail employment.

Cluely, an AI-powered browser overlay designed to assist candidates in online interviews and exams, has quickly attracted both major investment and controversy. Its undetectable assistance raises significant questions about integrity in hiring and academic assessments as the tool gains traction among tech professionals and students.

A Unitree H1 humanoid robot malfunctioned during testing in China, leading to erratic movements and sparking fresh debate on AI safety. Experts attribute the incident to a programming issue, highlighting the ongoing need for rigorous safety protocols in robotics development.

In May 2025, Elon Musk’s forecast of a world with 10 billion humanoid robots continues to shape debate. As Tesla ramps up Optimus production and robotic surgery advances, the implications for society, industry, and AI regulation remain in focus.

Nvidia has announced a major deal to supply 18,000 Blackwell GB300 AI chips to Humain, a Saudi AI startup, for use in a new 500-megawatt data center. The agreement marks a significant step in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, aiming to drive digital transformation and position the country as a regional leader in artificial intelligence.

Japan’s AIST has launched ABCI 3.0, a powerful supercomputer supporting cutting-edge AI research with 6.22 exaflops, advanced cooling systems, and over 75 petabytes of storage. Designed for multimodal AI, it facilitates collaboration with global researchers, pushing the boundaries of generative AI.

Houston is positioning itself as a major player in AI manufacturing, with Apple and Nvidia investing in local production facilities. These projects promise economic growth and job creation but come with challenges, including workforce retraining and energy infrastructure needs.

Automate 2025 returns to Detroit from May 12–15, spotlighting artificial intelligence in robotics across automotive, electronics, and logistics industries. Exhibitors including Universal Robots and MiR will showcase innovations in defect detection, precision assembly, and autonomous material handling.

Thinking Machines Lab, founded by ex-OpenAI CTO Mira Murati, is targeting a $2 billion seed round to develop adaptable, human-aligned AI systems. Despite lacking a public product, its $10 billion valuation reflects strong investor interest and positions the company as a notable entrant in the evolving AI sector.

Apple’s push into artificial intelligence, centered on Apple Intelligence and a revamped Siri, has faced delays stemming from GPU shortages, leadership reshuffles, and internal disputes. Budget constraints and missed deadlines have affected rollout plans, while a federal lawsuit and market downturn add to mounting pressure. The upcoming fall 2025 Siri release will be pivotal in restoring momentum.

Gemma 3 is Google’s latest suite of lightweight AI models, offering high performance on everyday devices. With built-in safety features and broad developer support, it empowers creators to build smarter, safer, and more accessible AI-driven applications for global use.

GXO Logistics is trialing AI-powered humanoid robots from Agility Robotics, Apptronik, and Reflex Robotics to enhance warehouse operations. These robots, including Agility’s Digit, are performing tasks like moving containers, helping reduce manual labor. While the technology is promising, challenges in flexibility and precision still limit widespread adoption.

Apple is accelerating its healthcare ambitions with Project Mulberry, an AI-powered virtual health coach integrated into its Health app. The initiative will deliver personalized advice using data from Apple devices and expert-backed guidance in sleep, nutrition, and fitness—potentially launching as the new Health+ service.

Extropic, a startup led by Guillaume Verdon and Trevor McCourt, is developing a novel silicon-based chip that uses thermodynamic fluctuations to perform probabilistic computations. Designed for energy-intensive tasks like Monte Carlo simulations, the chip claims to be 1,000 to 10,000 times more energy-efficient than current hardware. With ambitions to disrupt AI datacenter power consumption, Extropic's approach could mark a major shift in computing technology.