Reliance's Mega Data Center, OpenAI's Stargate AI Venture, and Trump's AI Order Reversal

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In this edition of the AI Policy Brief, we delve into the latest developments in AI chips and data centers. Reliance has announced plans to build the world's largest data center in Gujarat, a move that underscores the growing demand for data processing capabilities. Meanwhile, the Stargate AI Project is set to receive a significant $100 billion investment to serve OpenAI, highlighting the increasing financial commitments towards AI infrastructure.

Additionally, Spain's ALIA Project is making strides to construct Europe's largest AI model, further emphasizing the continent's commitment to advancing AI technology. These initiatives reflect a global trend towards enhancing AI capabilities and infrastructure, driven by both public and private sector investments.

UK Government plans to launch 'Humphrey', an AI assistant to aid civil servants and reduce bureaucracy. The UK government also announced a digital wallet for managing credentials and a chatbot for the GOV.UK portal developed with OpenAI. U.S. President Donald Trump has revoked Joe Biden's AI safety order from 2023, which required developers to share safety test results with the government.

Biden Administration has enacted export limits on advanced AI chips, affecting over 100 countries, with a focus on China and Russia. Collibra has achieved ISO 42001 certification, joined the EU AI Pact, and launched an EU AI Act Assessment Tool. NTT DATA CEO Abhijit Dubey advocated for global AI regulation at the World Economic Forum. The EU AI Act will enforce regulations on high-risk AI systems starting February 2, 2025.

Vietnam's Ministry of Information and Communications has introduced a draft law focusing on AI regulations to modernize the IT regulatory framework. Texas lawmakers are reviewing bills to regulate AI use in health insurance claims to prevent AI from altering claim outcomes without oversight. GameOn founder Alexander Beckman has been indicted for a fraud scheme costing over $60 million. The Council of the European Union has published a revised summary on generative AI and copyright, emphasizing the need for legal clarity.

BlueVoyant has appointed Rob Joyce, former NSA cybersecurity director, as an independent director on its board, leveraging his extensive experience to guide strategic direction. Google is providing the Israel Defense Forces with advanced AI technologies, despite past employee protests. Parsons Corporation has partnered with the U.S. Army's C5ISR Center to integrate AI and ML into military operations, aiming to set standards and improve processes for Project Linchpin.

Khaldoon Al Mubarak, CEO of Mubadala, discusses AI's disruptive potential and the fund's investment strategies at the World Economic Forum, highlighting partnerships with companies like OpenAI. A study by Yakov and Partners suggests that generative AI could significantly enhance the economies of BRICS+ countries, potentially adding up to $600 billion by 2030. The Stargate AI project, supported by SoftBank and OpenAI, plans a $100 billion investment in AI infrastructure, with potential growth to $500 billion.

World Economic Forum has released a blueprint with KPMG to promote inclusivity in AI, focusing on sustainable infrastructure and ethical governance. Marc Carauleanu from AE Studio is developing techniques to reduce deceptive behaviors in AI systems using cognitive neuroscience. OpenAI announced its AI tool, Operator, may retain deleted chats and screenshots for up to 90 days for fraud monitoring.