Google Cloud Teams Up with Replit, Amazon Unveils Nova 2, and Anthropic Eyes IPO - Daily AI Brief #345
December 08, 2025 -
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Orq.ai has raised €5 million to enhance its AI prototype-to-production capabilities. Meanwhile, Anthropic is planning an IPO as it experiences growth. In Sydney, OpenAI and NEXTDC are collaborating on a $4.6 billion AI campus.
USPTO has clarified rules regarding AI inventorship, and Amazon has unveiled its new Nova 2 AI Models and Nova Forge. Additionally, RTI and Medusa have filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI over copyright issues in Italy.
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Orq.ai has raised €5 million to enhance its AI prototype-to-production capabilities. Meanwhile, Anthropic is planning an IPO as it experiences growth. In Sydney, OpenAI and NEXTDC are collaborating on a $4.6 billion AI campus.
USPTO has clarified rules regarding AI inventorship, and Amazon has unveiled its new Nova 2 AI Models and Nova Forge. Additionally, RTI and Medusa have filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI over copyright issues in Italy.
Google Cloud Partners with Replit to Boost AI Coding
Google Cloud has formed a multi-year partnership with Replit to enhance AI coding capabilities. This collaboration aims to leverage Google Cloud's infrastructure and models to accelerate the development of generative AI applications. Read more
Orq.ai Raises €5M to Boost AI Capabilities
Amsterdam-based startup Orq.ai has secured €5 million in seed funding to enhance its platform for transitioning AI prototypes to scalable applications. Read more
Anthropic CEO Plans IPO Amid Growth
Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, is preparing for a potential IPO as the company nears $10 billion in revenue. The company has attracted investment from major firms like Google and Microsoft. Read more
OpenAI and NEXTDC to Build AI Campus in Sydney
OpenAI has partnered with NEXTDC to develop a $4.6 billion AI infrastructure campus in Sydney, Australia. The project aims to boost the country's AI capabilities and create thousands of jobs. Read more
USPTO Clarifies AI Inventorship Rules
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has issued new guidance stating that only natural persons can be named as inventors on patent applications, emphasizing that AI systems are tools for human inventors. Read more
Amazon Introduces Nova 2 AI Models and Nova Forge
Amazon has unveiled four new Nova 2 AI models and a service called Nova Forge, aimed at enhancing AI development and application. The models cater to various needs such as customer service and document processing, while Nova Forge enables custom AI model creation using proprietary data. Read more
RTI and Medusa Sue Perplexity AI Over Copyright
RTI and Medusa Film have initiated legal action against Perplexity AI in Italy, claiming unauthorized use of their works for AI training. This is Italy's first AI-related copyright lawsuit. Read more
Security Flaws in GitHub Copilot and Amazon Q
AI coding tools like GitHub Copilot and Amazon Q have been identified with over 30 security vulnerabilities, posing risks such as data theft and system compromise. Read more
Phoebe Gates Secures $30M for AI Startup Phia
Phoebe Gates has raised $30 million for her AI shopping startup, Phia, co-founded with Sophia Kianni. The company, backed by celebrities and Silicon Valley investors, aims to enhance online shopping with AI technology. Read more
OpenAI CEO Considers Partnership with Stoke Space
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has considered partnering with or acquiring Stoke Space to compete with SpaceX. Talks included potential equity investments but are currently inactive. Read more
Cristiano Ronaldo Invests in Perplexity AI
Cristiano Ronaldo has invested in Perplexity AI, a search platform valued at around $20 billion. The partnership aims to enhance fan engagement through a digital initiative called 'Perplexity x CR7,' combining Ronaldo's influence with AI technology. Read more
IBM CEO Questions AI Data Centre Investment Returns
IBM CEO Arvind Krishna has raised concerns about the financial viability of global AI data centre investments, which could total $8 trillion. He questioned whether the returns on these investments are achievable given the rapid depreciation of AI hardware. Read more
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