All articles by Swagath Bandhakavi
Swagath Bandhakavi
Global semiconductor revenue surges 18% in 2024
Samsung regained its position as the world’s largest semiconductor vendor in 2024, surpassing Intel with $66.5bn in revenue, driven in part by a rebound in memory device prices.
DeepSeek faces probe in Netherlands over data handling
The Dutch privacy watchdog has emphasised that European citizens’ personal data can only be stored outside the EU under strict conditions, which DeepSeek is required to meet.
High-risk AI systems face ban in EU as AI Act enforcement takes effect
The AI Act, in effect since 1 August 2024, reached its first compliance deadline on 2 February 2025, empowering EU regulators to ban AI applications deemed an “unacceptable risk” under its regulatory framework.
US DOJ files lawsuit against HPE’s $14bn acquisition of Juniper Networks
The DOJ argues that the deal could drive up costs and hinder innovation in the enterprise networking sector, which is essential for businesses and institutions.
DeepSeek being investigated for allegedly using restricted US-made AI chips
The US Department of Commerce is investigating whether DeepSeek obtained restricted Nvidia AI chips, including the H20, through indirect procurement channels.
Google report warns of AI’s expanding role in cybercrime and disinformation
The findings reveal how APT groups, cybercriminals, and IO actors are using AI to automate phishing scams, disseminate misinformation, and manipulate models to evade security measures.
DeepSeek data exposed online due to unsecured database, claims cybersecurity firm
Wiz Research reported that a misconfigured database left sensitive records exposed, allowing unauthorised access to stored data and system files.
OpenAI unveils ChatGPT Gov for US government agencies amid rising AI competition
US government agencies can self-host ChatGPT Gov, enabling them to control security, privacy, and compliance while adhering to standards such as IL5, CJIS, ITAR, and FedRAMP High.
Microsoft and OpenAI probe alleged data extraction by DeepSeek-linked group
Redmond’s security researchers detected suspected DeepSeek-linked individuals transferring large amounts of data via OpenAI’s API, a key access point for developers and businesses.
Apple updates bring default AI activation to iOS, iPadOS, and macOS devices
Apple Intelligence is now automatically enabled during onboarding for eligible iPhone and iPad models launched in 2023 and 2024, following the latest software updates.