Daily brief
Nvidia announced a series of new AI partnerships and technologies at its GTC conference, revealing collaborations with companies like Uber, BYD, and Roche for applications from robotaxis to medical research. The company introduced new AI technologies such as DLSS 5 for gaming and discussed plans for AI data centers in space. CEO Jensen Huang projected the company would generate $1 trillion in revenue from AI chips through 2027.
Oil prices have been volatile as tensions between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz threaten the key shipping lane, influencing US stock markets. The US is reportedly allowing Iranian oil tankers to pass through the strait to maintain global supplies while seeking a coalition to secure the waterway.
Encyclopedia Britannica has sued OpenAI, alleging the company improperly used its copyrighted content to train ChatGPT, part of growing legal tensions between AI developers and content creators.
Australian rare earth miner Lynas finalized a supply deal with the U.S. Department of Defense worth approximately $96 million for critical materials used in defense and technology.
President Donald Trump accused Iran of using artificial intelligence to spread disinformation and fabricate attacks.