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China recently announced a 60 billion RMB (approximately $82 billion USD) national fund dedicated to investing in early-stage artificial intelligence (AI) projects. This move demonstrates Beijing's commitment to fostering the AI industry and aims to further elevate China's position in the global technology competition through government-led investment. According to Zhang Jianhua, an official from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, speaking at a conference in Shenzhen, the "National AI Investment Fund" was established in January this year under the joint guidance of industrial and financial departments. The fund's...

Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is reportedly planning to raise a massive $20 billion fund, significantly bolstering its already substantial investments in the artificial intelligence sector.

International Data Corporation (IDC) released the "Worldwide Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI Spending Guide," projecting that China's total AI investment will surpass $100 billion by 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 35.2%. According to IDC, global spending on AI IT is expected to reach $3,158 billion in 2024 and $8,159 billion by 2028, representing a CAGR of 32.9%. In the generative AI sector, the global market is expected to grow significantly over the next five years.

In the midst of the AI revolution, no company is better positioned than Nvidia. Since ChatGPT ignited the market over two years ago, the high-performance GPU giant's revenue, profitability, and cash reserves have skyrocketed, driving its stock price higher. Fueled by its growing wealth, Nvidia is aggressively expanding its investments in AI, particularly in startups. According to PitchBook data, Nvidia significantly increased its venture capital activity in 2024, participating in 49 rounds of AI-related funding.

The Department of Justice, according to latest court filings, is still seeking to force Google to divest its Chrome web browser. The proposal, initially suggested last year under President Biden, has persisted through the second Trump administration. However, the DOJ is no longer seeking divestiture of all AI investments, including Google's multi-billion dollar investment in Anthropic. The DOJ stated in court filings that Google's illegal conduct has created an economic behemoth that has severely impacted the market, ensuring that Google remains...

2024 was a landmark year for the AI industry. According to TechCrunch, 49 startups secured over $100 million in funding, with seven raising over $1 billion and three securing multiple mega-funding rounds. This momentum continues into 2025. Despite it being early in the year, the number of US AI companies receiving over $100 million in funding is nearing double digits, with at least one round exceeding $1 billion. The following are the companies that have secured over $100 million in funding so far in 2025...

According to Reuters, citing sources and a report by The Information, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son is reportedly planning to borrow $160 billion for investments in artificial intelligence (AI). The report states that company executives confirmed this intention during talks with banks last week. This move signals SoftBank's continued expansion in the AI sector, particularly amid intensifying global tech competition. Beyond the planned $160 billion, SoftBank is projected to have...

With the rapid development of AI large language models in China, the investment and wealth management field is undergoing an unprecedented transformation. More and more investors are relying on AI for wealth management. Through "AI for financial planning", they find that AI can provide efficient investment advice and risk management solutions, helping them better seize market opportunities. In this new era, AI is no longer just a buzzword in the tech world; it's increasingly becoming the "financial advisor" in the hands of investors. Many experienced investors have noted AI's powerful information processing capabilities.

According to the latest data from analysis company Dealroom, funding for AI startups reached $110 billion in 2024, representing a 62% increase from last year. In contrast, the overall funding situation in the tech industry was less favorable, with the total amount of funding for private equity-backed companies (including startups and growth companies) amounting to $227 billion, a 12% decrease from 2023. Image source note: The image was generated by AI, image licensed from Midjourney. Dealroom founder.

Recently, former U.S. President Trump announced a massive artificial intelligence investment project named 'Stargate', with a budget of up to $500 billion. The plan is jointly funded by OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank, with Trump appearing alongside the CEOs of these three companies—Sam Altman, Larry Ellison, and Masayoshi Son—at the launch event. Masayoshi Son will serve as the project's chairman, and the joint involvement of these three billionaires has attracted considerable attention. However, unexpectedly, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX...

Globally, various enterprises are striving to understand generative AI and explore the potential value it may bring. According to Deloitte's recent report on the state of generative AI, most organizations are performing well in achieving returns on their investments. This report is based on a survey of 2,773 leaders and covers the business conditions of companies in 14 countries, revealing the progress and challenges faced by organizations in the application of generative AI. Image source note: The image is generated by AI and authorized by Midjourney.

In 2024, the investment frenzy in generative artificial intelligence (Generative AI) remains unabated, with global investment reaching new heights. According to data from financial tracking firm PitchBook, generative AI companies raised a total of $56 billion in venture capital last year, with a total of 885 deals. This marks an impressive 192% increase compared to $29.1 billion in 2023. Prominent companies in this field include OpenAI and Anthropic.

In the field of artificial intelligence, ByteDance is ramping up investments at an astonishing pace. According to the latest report from Zheshang Securities, ByteDance's capital expenditure on AI will reach 80 billion yuan in 2024, nearly equaling the total of the three giants Baidu, Alibaba, and Tencent. It is expected that by 2025, this figure will double to 160 billion yuan, with 90 billion yuan allocated for AI computing power and 70 billion yuan for data center infrastructure and networking equipment. This investment scale not only demonstrates ByteDance's ambition in the AI sector but also foretells a new development phase for China's AI industry.

According to a recent survey, more and more US companies are moving from testing artificial intelligence (AI) to full implementation. The survey, conducted by US venture capital firm Menlo Ventures between September and October 2024, involved 600 IT decision makers and revealed that the total AI investment in the US reached $2.3 billion in 2023, skyrocketing to $13.8 billion in 2024, marking a sixfold increase. The participants came from companies with at least 50 employees, indicating that AI is gradually

Recently, Lenovo Group announced its financial report for the second quarter of the 2023 fiscal year, showing that the company continues to maintain growth momentum supported by strong sales of smart devices. For the three months ending in September, Lenovo's net profit increased by 44% year-on-year to $359 million, slightly surpassing analysts' expectations of $355 million. As the world's largest personal computer manufacturer, Lenovo's ongoing investments in artificial intelligence technology are gradually showing results. Company executives stated that they are committed to launching AI-powered personal computers.