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Weekly Global AI News – April 17th 2025

North America

OpenAI's $500B Stargate Eyes UK Expansion
OpenAI’s mega-project “Stargate,” a $500B AI data center initiative, is in talks with the UK government. Backed by SoftBank and Oracle, the project aims to scale AGI infrastructure globally—UK’s energy and policy environment may prove decisive.

Nvidia Plans AI Supercomputers Built Entirely in the US
In a strategic pivot, Nvidia will produce AI supercomputers domestically, partnering with Foxconn and Wistron in Texas. The move signals a shift toward onshore AI infrastructure to mitigate supply chain risks.

OpenAI in Talks to Acquire Windsurf for $3B
To bolster its AI developer ecosystem, OpenAI may acquire Windsurf, a $3B startup offering AI-powered coding assistance, putting it in direct competition with GitHub Copilot.

Africa

Bill Gates: "Africa Could Lead the Way in AI"
Speaking at Kigali’s AI Summit, Bill Gates emphasized Africa’s potential to lead in ethical and inclusive AI, thanks to its young talent pool and grassroots tech ecosystems.

AI Could Replace 40% of Africa’s BPO Jobs
New research indicates AI could displace up to 1 million jobs in Africa’s $35B outsourcing sector. Policymakers call for a tech-transition strategy to protect employment.

Microsoft Invests $7.5M in Rwanda’s AI Sector
Microsoft announced a three-year initiative to fund AI education and local solutions in Rwanda, positioning the country as a regional innovation hub.

Asia-Pacific

Japan Emerges as Global AI Powerhouse
Japan is doubling down on AI, blending industrial policy, academic research, and public-private investment to become a leader in autonomous robotics and machine learning.

AI-Focused Beijing InfoComm China 2025 Launches
Beijing InfoComm China 2025, Asia’s largest Pro-AV conference, is spotlighting AI-driven solutions, from smart conferencing to immersive experience tech.

96% of APAC CIOs Betting on AI for Growth
A new survey reports that nearly all CIOs across the region are investing in AI to unlock new business models, with a focus on generative automation.

Europe

European Commission Announces €200B AI Action Plan
The EU is launching “AI Continent,” a €200 billion investment roadmap aiming to build 5 AI gigafactories, foster AI startups, and enhance cross-border infrastructure.

Meta Will Train AI Using Public EU Data
With new regulatory backing, Meta will begin training LLMs using EU-based public posts and interactions, while offering opt-out choices to users.

AI Boosts ECB Prediction Accuracy by 10%
Researchers at DIW Berlin have improved European Central Bank decision forecasts using AI-powered sentiment analysis, boosting prediction accuracy from 70% to 80%.

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