AI Revolution.buzz, February 2025

AI Agents, Assistants & Use Cases

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How China Created AI model DeepSeek and Shocked the World - In 2017, the Chinese government announced its intention for the country to become the world leader in AI by 2030. It tasked the industry with completing major AI breakthroughs “such that technologies and applications achieve a world-leading level” by 2025. Chinese technology start-up DeepSeek has taken the tech world by storm with the release of two large language models (LLMs) that rival the performance of the dominant tools developed by US tech giants — but built with a fraction of the cost and computing power. In recent weeks, other firms, including Chinese firms, have already exhibited additional breakthroughs, with many more on the horizon. (Nature)

DeepSeek Surge Hits Companies, Posing Security Risks - The US is scrutinizing the AI app, Italy and Taiwan have banned it, and companies have blocked it. Employees attempting to use a company device to access Chinese tech startup DeepSeek’s wildly popular artificial intelligence app could inadvertently be exposing their organization to threats such as cyberespionage, experts warned. (CSD)

Alibaba Releases AI Model It Says Surpasses DeepSeek - Chinese tech company Alibaba released a new version of its Qwen 2.5 artificial intelligence model that it claimed surpassed the highly-acclaimed DeepSeek-V3. "Qwen 2.5-Max outperforms ... almost across the board GPT-4o, DeepSeek-V3 and Llama-3.1-405B," Alibaba's cloud unit said in an announcement posted on its official WeChat account, referring to OpenAI and Meta's most advanced open-source AI models. (Reuters)

AI Agents Spark Interest, Concern for Businesses in 2025 - Leaders have high hopes for autonomous capabilities, but adding the technology will raise the stakes for security and governance. (CSD)

Cybersecurity, AI & Quantum Threats

Russia’s AI-Powered Cyberattacks Threaten to Outpace Western Defenses - Russia is increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence to refine its cyber espionage and enhance attack precision, warned Western officials at the Munich Security Conference this past weekend. Ihor Malchenyuk of Ukraine’s State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection (SSSCIP) reported that Russia has also been using AI to process the vast amounts of data on Ukraine’s military and ordinary citizens — data that its hackers have stolen over the past few years. Russia’s use of AI as part of its cyberattacks on Ukraine likely indicates what the United States and its partners will face in the coming years.

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Google: Over 57 Nation-State Threat Groups Using AI for Cyber Operations - Over 57 distinct threat actors with ties to China, Iran, North Korea, and Russia have been observed using artificial intelligence (AI) technology powered by Google to further enable their malicious cyber and information operations. "Threat actors are experimenting with Gemini to enable their operations, finding productivity gains but not yet developing novel capabilities," Google Threat Intelligence Group (GTIG) said in a new report. "At present, they primarily use AI for research, troubleshooting code, and creating and localizing content." (THN)

Sensitive DeepSeek Data Exposed to Web, Says Cyber Firm Wiz - A publicly accessible database belonging to DeepSeek allowed full control over database operations, including the ability to access internal data. The exposure includes over a million lines of log streams with highly sensitive information. (Wiz)

Cisco’s Homegrown AI to Help Enterprises Navigate AI Adoption - Cisco AI Defense is the company’s proprietary AI tool that can validate enterprise AI models and protect them against attacks. (CSO)

DataCenters, Hyperscalers & CoLocation

Meta in Talks for $200 Billion AI Data Center Project, 'The Information' Reports - Meta Platforms is in discussions to construct a new data center campus for its artificial intelligence projects, with potential costs exceeding $200 billion, The Information reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter. Meta executives have informed data center developers that the company is considering building the campus in states including Louisiana, Wyoming or Texas, with senior leaders having visited potential sites this month, the report said. (Reporting by Surbhi Misra in Bengaluru; Editing by Sherry Jacob-Phillips and Varun H K)

DeepCoolAI and Cisco Partner to Engineer the Future of AI Data Centers - As artificial intelligence (AI) workloads continue to push computing infrastructure to its limits, DeepCoolAI and Cisco have entered into a strategic partnership to deliver cutting-edge liquid cooling solutions that optimize thermal management, energy efficiency, and performance in high-density AI data centers. DeepCoolAI and Cisco are collaborating to integrate next-gen liquid cooling technology into Cisco’s AI infrastructure. (EIN News)

Maryland’s Best-Kept Secret: A Next-Gen Data Center for AI, Hybrid IT, and the Future of Computing (On LinkedIn)

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Canadian Bitcoin Miner Considers Shift to AI Data Centers - Toronto-based bitcoin mining company Bitfarms announced that it has enlisted two consultants to explore ways to adapt some of its facilities to meet the increasing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. This follows on Riot Platforms which launched a review of the potential AI and computing uses for parts of its facility in Navarro County, Texas earlier in January.

Check Out Iron Mountain’s WPA-1 Data Center - Located less than an hour north of Pittsburgh, Iron Mountain’s West Pennsylvania WPA-1 data center is 220 feet underground in a former limestone mine. Its location ensures unbeatable levels of security and protection from man made or natural disasters. (On LinkedIn)

Enterprise AI, Private Sector AI, Public Sector AI

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Dataminr’s Paul Tierney on Public Sector Use of AI in 2025 - Paul Tierney, senior vice president of North America public sector at Dataminr, expects artificial intelligence to be put to use by government agencies to address cybersecurity risks in 2025. The Dataminr executive went on to describe AI as “no longer just an experiment” but “an essential tool for efficient and adaptable governance.” (Exec Gov)

Companies Barely Consider the CO2 Footprint of Gen AI - The majority of companies worldwide seem to not be very concerned with the environmental impact of generative AI (Gen AI), according to a new report from Capgemini.

Finance & Business AI - Optimizing Outcomes

3 Ways Small Businesses Can Leverage AI - Generative artificial intelligence offers benefits for SMBs — if they effectively navigate security, ethics and ROI considerations. The evolving nature of AI tools means they’re not limited to specific applications. For small businesses, however, three use cases are most common: Automating routine tasks, Performing predictive maintenance, and Accelerating key processes. (BizTech)

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Microsoft Commits to Skilling One Million People for Digital Skills Through Artificial Intelligence Skilling Initiative in South Africa - “Harnessing the transformative power of artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic vision, but a tangible reality for organisations seeking to achieve exponential growth and optimisation,” says Lillian Barnard, President for Microsoft Africa. “We have set an ambitious target to deliver future ready skills to four million African youth for digital, cyber and AI technologies. Through this initiative, we believe we will make significant strides toward reaching this goal. By providing skilling opportunities and access to industry recognised certifications, our youth will be well positioned to compete on the global stage.” (Microsoft)

How Generative AI Will Write the Consulting Industry's Next Chapter - From the advent of computers performing data analysis, to the introduction of video conferencing connecting consultants to clients wherever they are, technology has continuously enhanced the way consultants deliver value. Bret Tushaus, vice president for product at Deltek, explains how generative AI could be about to transform the consulting industry once more. (Consultancy UK)

Healthcare AI - Revolutionizing Healthcare

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New AI Tool Identifies Risk of Future Heart Failure - In a new study led by Yale School of Medicine’s Cardiovascular Data Science (CarDS) Lab, researchers developed an artificial intelligence (AI) tool that can identify individuals at high risk of developing heart failure using electrocardiogram (ECG) images. The new tool enables earlier identification of heart failure, potentially reducing hospitalizations and premature death, the researchers said. The study was published online in the European Heart Journal.

How AI Can Spot Diseases That Doctors Aren't Looking For - It isn't unheard of that a radiologist might note something incidental in a patient's imaging – an undetected tumour, a concern with a particular tissue or organ – outside of what they had originally been checking for. But applying AI in the background to systematically comb through scans and automatically identify early signs of common preventable chronic diseases that might be brewing – regardless of the reason the scan was originally ordered – is new. (BBC)

Industrial AI - Smarter Manufacturing & Ops

AI impact on the Future of Automation and Ethics: Insights from Gartner® Report - Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a tool for efficiency — it is shaping the very fabric of business operations, decision-making, and human interaction. As AI permeates every aspect of technology, the impact of AI extends beyond innovation to include automation, human augmentation, and new ethical challenges. From emotion AI and disinformation security to polyfunctional robots, AI-enabled applications are transforming industries and society at large. Organizations must prepare for this shift by balancing automation with responsible AI practices and governance. (sonatype)

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Siemens Unveils Industrial AI and Digital Twin Innovations - At CES 25, Siemens showcased its vision for the future where data, artificial intelligence and software-defined automation will converge to enable flexibility, optimization and improvement across global industries, for companies of all sizes. “Industrial AI is a game-changer that will create significant positive impact in the real world across all industries. Industrial AI allows us to harness the vast amounts of data generated in industrial environments and turn it into insights that drive real business impact. We are adding new industrial AI capabilities across the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio to enable our customers to stay competitive, resilient and sustainable in an increasingly complex world,” says Peter Koerte, member of the Managing Board, chief technology officer and chief strategy officer, Siemens AG. (DE247)

The Industrial AI Revolution Will Continue to be Powered by Humans - It’s time to challenge the misconception that physical AI and robotics will be job killers. Upskilling, reskilling, enhancing safety and boosting productivity should be the key areas of focus. (SDC Exec)

Media & AI - Reshaping Content & Distribution

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Apple Sidelines AI News Summaries Due to Errors - Apple pushed out a software update which disabled news headlines and summaries generated using artificial intelligence that were lambasted for getting facts wrong. The tech giant plans to restore the feature when it is working properly and eventually roll it out to all users. (ENCA)

Paul McCartney: Don't Let AI Rip Off Artists - Sir Paul McCartney has told the BBC proposed changes to copyright law could allow "rip off" technology that might make it impossible for musicians and artists to make a living. (BBC)

That Sports News Story You Clicked on Could Be AI Slop - Appearances can be deceiving (or misleading) in AI-generated media.

Real Estate Industry Adjusting to AI

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Deepfake Deception: How AI Is Fueling Sophisticated Real Estate Scams - As previously reported by CandysDirt.com, criminals have been impersonating property owners to fraudulently sell homes and vacant land. Using AI to comb through publicly available data, scam artists post phony property listings, sometimes using the technology to generate images of non-existent houses. In a day and age where a lot of transactions are handled with electronic signatures and wire transfers, prospective investors and homebuyers are at risk. It’s been getting worse, though. More enterprising and tech-savvy scammers — and apparently even rogue state actors — are now using deepfake AI technology to impersonate buyers, sellers, Realtors, and any other participant in a real estate deal you can think of.

Commercial Real Estate Revolution! How Tech is Shaping the Future - As the world becomes increasingly digital, commercial real estate is on the brink of a technological transformation. Traditionally, the sector has been slow to adopt new technologies, but changes are now afoot that could redefine how businesses operate within this space. (Be3)

Retail, E-Commerce & AI

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AI’s Retail Takeover: How This One Technology is Shaping the Future of Shopping - French company VusionGroup provides retailers with smart digital labels and pricing automation for their physical stores, however, more recently, they have been using AI to deliver what they call the “connected store”. The company especially operates in the grocery sector where knowing not only your inventory but where it is in your store is critical. Roy Horgan, Group SEVP Strategy, Marketing, and Communications at VusionGroup told Fortune, “The question that keeps coming up is, can you tell me what's in our store and where it is?” (AOL)

Vision Group Acquires Hivery for Hyperlocal Retail AI - Vision Group Retail announced that it has acquired Hivery, an AI-powered retail assortment simulations provider. The deal crowns Vision Group’s comprehensive suite of solutions to address space planning, assortment optimization and retail execution. (CSD)

Robotics & AI - Rise of Intelligent Machines

Robot Startup Figure Reveals an AI Breakthrough - Figure, a Silicon Valley-based startup that builds humanoid robots, has announced Helix, a proprietary AI model that the company says enables robots to more easily pick up objects, collaborate on tasks with other robots, and smoothly control their entire upper bodies. The launch comes weeks after Figure publicly ended a deal to collaborate on AI models with OpenAI, and after the company raised $1.5 billion. See the Helix robot video on YouTube here.

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China Turns to Humanoid Robots to Support Its Expanding Elderly Population - In the face of a rapidly aging population, China is making top-level policy plans to put AI, BCI, and humanoid caregivers to work. Facing one of the fastest-growing elderly populations globally, China plans to rapidly advance elderly care by deploying humanoid robots and intelligent systems. By the end of 2023, China had over 216.76 million citizens aged 65 and above, comprising 15.4% of the total population. (IE)

Victoria, B.C. 12-year-old Builds AI Robot Companion for Lonely kids and Seniors - Alex Rose, a 12-year-old Victoria resident, says AIRO, the AI companion robot he built. He says he programmed AIRO to use ChatGPT to hold a conversation and answer questions. (CBA ca)

Robotic Dog Helps Those Facing Mental Health and Cognitive Challenges - American robotics company Tombot has unveiled its latest development with Creature Shop with Jennie. Jennie is a robotic pet that is powered by battery and AI technology. The goal of the adorable design is to provide both comfort and companionship to users specifically those who are struggling with their cognitive health in general. (trendhunter)

Silver AI (55+) - Aging Better with Assistive AI, AgeTech

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Research: AI tool Identifying Early Signs of Depression in Seniors Using Voice Analysis - Researchers at LKCMedicine have collaborated with the healthcare and social sectors to develop an AI tool capable of detecting early signs of depression in seniors by analysing subtle cues in their voice samples. (NTU edu)

How Montreal Researchers Are Developing AI Tools to Help Seniors Get Personalized Care - The Centre de recherche de l’Institut universitaire de gériatrie de Montréal is adapting technology to help seniors with severe cognitive impairment, including using sensors to gather information about their habits. (CBC ca)

Move Aside, whippersnappers: ‘Age Tech’ Comes to Fore at CES - From an adorable robot puppy that soothes dementia patients to an in-toilet gadget for testing urine, tech at CES caters to seniors around the world — “Age Tech” was on display at the recent Consumer Electronics Show as entrepreneurs take on challenges that come with getting older.

‘Scammers On Hold’ - Man in Malaysia develops AI to trick scammers & waste their time on WhatsApp (MS News)

Sovereign AI & Cloud, Residency AI, Cross-Border AI

India and France Bet Big on Nuclear: SMRs and AI at the Forefront - Top news sources reported that India and France will collaborate on building Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) and Advanced Modular Reactors for civilian use. Indian Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said that both countries will design, develop, and produce these reactors together. (Carbon Credits)

Together AI Raises $305M for Its AI-optimized Public Cloud - Cloud infrastructure startup Together AI Inc. has raised $305 million in new funding at a $3.3 billion valuation. The Series B was co-led by General Catalyst and Prosperity7. It also included the participation of more than a dozen other investors. The consortium included Nvidia Corp., Salesforce Ventures and former Cisco Systems Inc. Chief Executive Officer John Chambers.

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Ireland & Great Britain Energy Infrastructure Attain Commercial Operations - After over 3 years of construction, Greenlink is delighted to announce that the 504 MW HVDC interconnector linking the electricity grids of Ireland and Great Britain entered commercial operations on Jan 29th. This vital piece of energy infrastructure will increase the penetration of renewable electricity, increase security of supply and provide balancing services for both grids. (On LinkedIn)

New Vatican Document Examines Potential and Risks of AI - In a Note on the relationship between artificial intelligence and human intelligence, the Dicasteries for the Doctrine of the Faith and for Culture and Education highlight the potential and the challenges of artificial intelligence in the areas of education, the economy, labour, health, human and international relations, and war. (Vatican News)

Quantum AI - Next-Level Computing

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SoftBank Corp. and Quantinuum in Quantum AI Partnership - SoftBank Corp. and Quantinuum announced a partnership in quantum computing intended to “unlock innovative quantum computing solutions that will overcome the limitations of classical artificial intelligence and realize next-generation technologies.” In their announcement, SoftBank and Quantinuum said a hybrid approach to AI computing that combines CPUs, GPUs and quantum processing units (QPUs) “holds the potential to further extend the capabilities of AI. By leveraging the unique strengths of each type of processing unit, hybrid systems can execute more advanced and diverse computations, providing innovative solutions that surpass traditional limitations.” (Inside AI)

AI and Quantum Computing Used to Target 'undruggable' Cancer Protein - Research co-led by University of Toronto researchers and Insilico Medicine has demonstrated the potential of quantum computing and artificial intelligence to transform the drug discovery pipeline. In the study published in Nature Biotechnology, the researchers combined quantum computing and generative AI with classical computing methods to create molecules targeting a cancer-driving protein called KRAS, which had previously been considered “undruggable.” (U Toronto)

The Future Revealed? Quantum Computing and AI May Unlock Tomorrow - By mimicking human cognitive processes through neural networks, AI is becoming an essential tool for creating predictive models of what lies ahead. (SciMag)

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