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China’s AI War Heats Up
OpenAI scraps o3, Apple eyes robots, China pushes back.
Hello AI Innovators.
If your to-do list keeps growing but your patience doesn’t, same. Maybe Apple’s humanoid robots will handle that soon. 🤖
Until then, here’s what’s happening—OpenAI just scrapped its o3 model for something bigger, China is making bold AI moves against Nvidia, and Malaysia is putting 445,000 civil servants through an AI bootcamp with Google.
Also, if you’re still running your business without automation, this might be your sign to change that (and save yourself a few headaches). Let’s dive in. 🚀
In today’s newsletter ⬇️ :
🤖 Apple’s next move? Humanoid robots.
🚨 OpenAI scraps o3—big changes ahead.
🔥 DeepSeek vs. Nvidia: China’s AI chip war heats up.
🇲🇾 Malaysia bets big on AI with Google.
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The News: East Meets West
News from The WEST 👈:
🤖 Apple Eyes Humanoid Robots
Apple is reportedly diving into robotics, exploring the development of humanoid robots with AI-powered capabilities. While details remain under wraps, sources suggest Apple is focusing on home and office assistance—potentially revolutionizing personal robotics.💡 Why It Matters: If Apple enters the robotics race, it could reshape the industry the same way it did with smartphones and wearables. Expect major competition with Tesla’s Optimus and other AI-powered robots.
🚨 OpenAI Cancels o3, Goes All-In on a ‘Unified’ Model
OpenAI has postponed its highly anticipated o3 AI model in favor of developing a next-gen “unified” model, aiming to integrate multiple AI advancements into a single release. The move hints at OpenAI shifting towards a more versatile, all-encompassing AI system rather than incremental updates.💡 Why It Matters: This shake-up could signal a major leap forward in AI, but it also raises questions—was o3 underwhelming, or is OpenAI playing the long game for something bigger?
🇬🇧 🇺🇸 UK & US Refuse to Sign Global AI Pact
The UK and US have refused to sign an international declaration aimed at setting safety and ethical standards for artificial intelligence. The agreement, backed by 30 other countries, pushes for a "risk-based" approach to regulating AI, ensuring accountability for powerful AI systems. However, both the UK and US claim the proposal is too restrictive and could hinder AI innovation.
💡 Why It Matters:
With two of the world’s AI powerhouses opting out, global AI regulation remains fractured. This decision signals that tech dominance and AI sovereignty are taking precedence over global consensus. Will this create an AI Wild West, or will the UK and US introduce their own frameworks?
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News from The EAST 👉:
🇨🇳 DeepSeek Backs China’s AI Chip Battle Against Nvidia
DeepSeek is stepping up to support Chinese AI chipmakers in their fight to compete with Nvidia. As U.S. restrictions limit China’s access to high-end chips, DeepSeek is working with domestic firms to develop AI models optimised for China’s homegrown semiconductor industry.
💡 Why It Matters: This move accelerates China’s push for AI self-sufficiency and signals a growing challenge to Nvidia’s dominance in the AI hardware market.
💰 Alibaba’s $87B AI Surge
Alibaba just became China’s new AI favorite, surging $87 billion in market value as investors rally behind its aggressive AI expansion. The company’s cloud unit is gaining traction as a dominant force in China’s AI ecosystem, making it a strong contender against U.S. giants.
💡 Why It Matters: With AI leading global tech investments, Alibaba’s resurgence cements its position as a key player in the AI race, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape in China and beyond.
🇲🇾 Malaysia Goes All-In on AI with Google
Malaysia is partnering with Google to integrate AI across its government, bringing AI tools and automation to 445,000 civil servants. This initiative aims to modernize public services, streamline operations, and improve efficiency at a national scale.
💡 Why It Matters: This is one of Southeast Asia’s largest government AI rollouts, setting a precedent for other nations looking to leverage AI for public sector transformation.

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