Symbolic.ai Teams Up with News Corp, AWS Launches European Cloud, and Nvidia's AI Supercomputing in NJ - Enterprise AI Brief #51
January 23, 2026 -
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Welcome to the latest edition of the Enterprise AI Brief, where we bring you the most recent developments in the world of artificial intelligence. This week, we highlight a variety of strategic partnerships and initiatives that are shaping the future of AI across different sectors. Symbolic.ai has teamed up with News Corp to enhance editorial workflows using AI, while Mistral AI and MTNRA are launching an AI lab in Morocco to cater to local linguistic needs. Additionally, the Wikimedia Foundation is collaborating with major tech companies to boost its AI capabilities as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
In the hospitality sector, Lotte Hotel & Resort is working with RLWRLD to develop humanoid robots for hotel services. Meanwhile, Egnyte and Anthropic are joining forces to enhance AI in financial services, and Travelers is partnering with Anthropic to improve AI-enabled engineering and analytics. These stories, along with many others, underscore the growing influence of AI in transforming industries and driving innovation. Stay tuned for more insights and updates in this edition.
Welcome to the latest edition of the Enterprise AI Brief, where we bring you the most recent developments in the world of artificial intelligence. This week, we highlight a variety of strategic partnerships and initiatives that are shaping the future of AI across different sectors. Symbolic.ai has teamed up with News Corp to enhance editorial workflows using AI, while Mistral AI and MTNRA are launching an AI lab in Morocco to cater to local linguistic needs. Additionally, the Wikimedia Foundation is collaborating with major tech companies to boost its AI capabilities as it celebrates its 25th anniversary.
In the hospitality sector, Lotte Hotel & Resort is working with RLWRLD to develop humanoid robots for hotel services. Meanwhile, Egnyte and Anthropic are joining forces to enhance AI in financial services, and Travelers is partnering with Anthropic to improve AI-enabled engineering and analytics. These stories, along with many others, underscore the growing influence of AI in transforming industries and driving innovation. Stay tuned for more insights and updates in this edition.
Symbolic.ai Partners with News Corp for AI Journalism
AI startup Symbolic.ai has entered into an agreement with News Corp to use its AI platform to improve editorial processes at Dow Jones Newswires, focusing on tasks like newsletter creation and fact-checking. Read more
Mistral AI and MTNRA Launch AI Lab in Morocco
Mistral AI has partnered with Morocco's MTNRA to create a research lab focused on AI models for Morocco's cultural and linguistic needs, including Darija. Read more
Wikimedia Foundation Partners with Major AI Companies
The Wikimedia Foundation has announced new collaborations with AI giants like Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, and Perplexity to enhance its Wikimedia Enterprise product, marking its 25th anniversary. Read more
Lotte Hotel Partners with RLWRLD for Humanoid Robots
Lotte Hotel & Resort has announced its involvement in a government-led project to develop AI robots for hotel services, partnering with RLWRLD to enhance operations at Lotte Hotel Seoul. Read more
Egnyte and Anthropic Collaborate on AI for Finance
Egnyte has teamed up with Anthropic to enhance AI solutions in the financial sector. The partnership focuses on integrating secure data access with AI to improve workflows and compliance. Read more
Travelers Partners with Anthropic for AI Enhancement
Travelers has announced a partnership with Anthropic to enhance its AI-enabled engineering and analytics capabilities, involving nearly 10,000 employees using personalized AI assistants. Read more
SAP and Syngenta Partner to Boost AI in Agriculture
SAP and Syngenta have announced a strategic partnership to integrate AI into Syngenta's operations, aiming to enhance efficiency and innovation in agriculture. Read more
Korea Development Bank Launches ₩7.5 Trillion Fund for AI and Tech
The Korea Development Bank has launched a ₩7.5 trillion fund to support investments in AI, semiconductors, and deep tech, aiming to boost Korea's industrial competitiveness. Read more
Everkind Partners with Conformance AI for Safety Oversight
Everkind, a mental wellness company, has teamed up with Conformance AI to enhance the safety and quality of its AI products. The partnership aims to ensure reliable interactions in Everkind's AI Journaling and SMS chat experiences. Read more
Automat-it Partners with Anthropic for Claude AI on AWS
On January 13, 2026, Automat-it announced a reseller agreement with Anthropic to offer Claude AI models through AWS Resale Programs, including Amazon Bedrock. Read more
Nvidia Partners with NJ Universities for AI Supercomputing
Several New Jersey universities, including Princeton University and Rutgers University, have partnered with Nvidia to advance AI research and supercomputing capabilities. The initiative includes a $25 million state investment, with Nvidia offering mentorship support. Read more
Sergas and e& Enterprise Collaborate on AI and Cybersecurity
Sergas, a UAE-based gas system solutions provider, has partnered with e& Enterprise to enhance operational efficiency and cybersecurity through digital capabilities. Read more
AWS Launches European Sovereign Cloud
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has announced the availability of the AWS European Sovereign Cloud, designed to meet EU data sovereignty requirements. AWS will invest €7.8 billion in Germany and expand services in Belgium, the Netherlands, and Portugal. Read more
SIM IP and Tangibly Partner for AI-Powered Litigation Financing
On January 15, 2026, SIM IP and Tangibly announced a partnership to provide financing for trade secret litigation, combining expertise in intellectual property monetization with AI-driven trade secret management. Read more
Feedzai and Matrix USA Partner for AI Financial Crime Prevention
On January 15, 2026, Feedzai and Matrix USA announced a global partnership to modernize financial crime prevention using AI technology. The collaboration will create a Center of Excellence to aid banks and financial institutions in fighting fraud and money laundering. Read more
IBM Study on AI's Role in Business Growth by 2030
A study by the IBM Institute for Business Value forecasts that AI will significantly impact revenue by 2030, with a notable increase in AI investment and productivity. Concerns about integration and strategy clarity remain among executives. Read more
Dialpad and SoftBank Launch AI Tools in Japan
Dialpad has introduced its real-time AI capabilities in Japan, in collaboration with SoftBank, offering features like transcription and AI Recaps for free until April 2026 to boost productivity for Japanese enterprises. Read more
Automation Anywhere and OpenAI Partner for AI Solutions
Automation Anywhere has partnered with OpenAI to create AI-native solutions to improve enterprise operations, integrating their technologies for autonomous business processes. Read more
Thoughtworks Introduces AI/works™ for Software Modernization
On October 23, 2023, Thoughtworks unveiled AI/works™, a platform aimed at modernizing legacy systems and enhancing software development by integrating AI capabilities. Read more
University of Manchester Partners with Microsoft for AI Access
The University of Manchester has partnered with Microsoft to provide Microsoft 365 Copilot access to all students and staff, marking a global first in educational AI initiatives. Read more
EngineersMind Corp. Reveals AI-First Strategy for 2026
EngineersMind Corp. has announced a new AI-first global growth strategy for 2026 following a 200% increase in its client base in 2025. The company aims to expand into Europe and the Middle East, emphasizing AI-driven solutions and product innovation. Read more
Decisions and ProcessMaker Acquire Configurable Management
On January 15, 2026, Decisions and ProcessMaker announced their acquisition of Configurable Management to enhance AI automation in SAP environments. Read more
Central Introduces CTRL for Back-Office AI Operations
Central has launched CTRL, an AI agent runtime aimed at enhancing mission-critical back-office operations with human oversight. The platform is now available for early access customers. Read more
Engine Data Science Appoints New CTO
Engine Data Science, LLC has appointed Chris Oswald as Chief Technology Officer to lead global technology strategy and platform innovation, focusing on AI enhancements for retail and CPG sectors. Read more
HSBC Partners with Harvey AI for Legal AI Pilot
HSBC Holdings plc has announced a strategic partnership with Harvey AI to implement a legal AI platform aimed at enhancing efficiency and service in its Global Legal function. Read more
Loftware's 2026 Trends Report on AI in Supply Chains
The Loftware 2026 Trends Report highlights the role of AI, connected networks, and cloud technology in modernizing supply chains, as noted by over 400 professionals globally. The report suggests a shift towards intelligent supply chain models due to financial pressures and global disruptions. Read more
Sheba Medical Center Expands AI Partnership with Shamaym
The Sheba Medical Center has expanded its partnership with Shamaym to implement Medinsight.ai, an AI platform aimed at improving patient safety across the hospital. Read more
IBM Launches Enterprise Advantage Service for AI
IBM has introduced the Enterprise Advantage service, a consulting platform to help organizations build and manage AI systems. It aims to integrate AI into existing infrastructures and accelerate business growth. Read more
SAP and Fresenius Partner for AI Healthcare System
SAP and Fresenius have announced a strategic partnership to develop an AI-supported healthcare system focusing on data sovereignty and security. Read more
UAE and G42 Highlighted as Key AI Partners by White House Advisor
White House AI Advisor David Sacks emphasized the significance of the UAE and G42 as essential partners in boosting U.S. AI competitiveness during the World Economic Forum in Davos. Read more
Google and Khan Academy Collaborate on AI Educational Tools
On January 21, 2026, Google announced a partnership with Khan Academy to develop AI-powered educational tools aimed at improving literacy skills for students. Read more
Bristol Myers Squibb and Microsoft Collaborate on AI for Lung Cancer Detection
Bristol Myers Squibb has partnered with Microsoft to use AI technology for early lung cancer detection. The initiative focuses on improving access to detection tools in underserved U.S. communities using FDA-cleared AI algorithms. Read more
Cisco Integrates OpenAI's Codex into Engineering
Cisco has integrated OpenAI's Codex into its engineering workflows, enhancing enterprise software development. This collaboration aims to improve build times, defect resolution, and framework migrations. Read more
e& and IBM Collaborate on AI for Governance
Global technology group e& and IBM have announced a strategic collaboration to implement enterprise-grade agentic AI to enhance governance and compliance systems. Read more
Bristol Myers Squibb and Microsoft Collaborate on AI for Lung Cancer Detection
Bristol Myers Squibb has partnered with Microsoft to use AI technology for early detection of lung cancer. The collaboration focuses on improving access to care in underserved communities by utilizing FDA-cleared radiology AI algorithms. Read more
Mistral AI to Open R&D Hub in Bengaluru
French AI company Mistral AI is set to open a Global Capability Center in Bengaluru, India, to tap into local engineering talent and advance research on large language models. Read more
Google DeepMind CEO on Robotics and Funding
At the World Economic Forum, Google DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis announced upcoming advancements in robotics, including a partnership with Boston Dynamics to enhance Atlas robots with AI for use in Hyundai's plants. Read more
CGI and Google Cloud Expand AI Partnership
CGI has expanded its partnership with Google Cloud to enhance the adoption of the Gemini Enterprise AI platform, focusing on secure and scalable AI solutions. Read more
Anthropic Adjusts 2025 Gross Margin and Revenue Projections
Anthropic has revised its gross margin projection for 2025 to 40% due to increased inference costs, while expecting revenue to rise to $4.5 billion. Read more
Fikra Ventures and Hub71 Collaborate on AI Startups
Fikra Ventures has teamed up with Hub71 to foster the growth of AI-native companies in Abu Dhabi. This partnership is set to boost the creation of AI startups and promote collaborations with international AI firms. Read more
Quantumzyme and Predictive Research Collaborate on AI in Green Chemistry
Quantumzyme Corp. has partnered with Predictive Research Inc. to explore AI applications in enzyme engineering and sustainable chemical processes. The collaboration will focus on data-driven methodologies to advance research in biocatalysis and green chemistry. Read more
BlackRock and Microsoft Secure $12.5 Billion for AI Infrastructure
BlackRock and Microsoft have secured $12.5 billion to develop AI infrastructure, focusing on data centers and energy. This is part of a larger partnership aiming for $30 billion in commitments. Read more
SiFive and NVIDIA Collaborate on RISC-V AI Data Centers
SiFive has announced the integration of NVIDIA NVLink Fusion into its RISC-V data center solutions, enhancing connectivity with NVIDIA GPUs and accelerators. This partnership aims to develop scalable and energy-efficient AI infrastructure for modern data centers. Read more
Insilico and Hygtia Partner on AI-Driven CNS Drug
Insilico Medicine and Hygtia Therapeutics have announced a collaboration to develop ISM8969, an AI-driven NLRP3 inhibitor for Central Nervous System diseases. The agreement includes potential payments of $66 million to Insilico. Read more
HistoIndex and Houston Research Institute Collaborate on AI Diagnostics for MASH
HistoIndex has partnered with the Houston Research Institute to enhance AI-driven diagnostic services for Metabolic Dysfunction–associated Steatohepatitis. The collaboration aims to improve clinical decision-making and patient care through advanced AI-based testing and expert evaluations. Read more
ServiceNow and OpenAI Partner for AI Workflow Enhancement
ServiceNow and OpenAI have announced a multi-year collaboration to improve enterprise AI outcomes by providing direct access to OpenAI's models, including GPT-5.2. Read more
Aware Super Invests $460M in Vantage Data Centers
Australian fund Aware Super invests $460 million in Vantage Data Centers to boost AI infrastructure in the Asia-Pacific region, enhancing data center capacity. Read more
Eolas Capital Partners with Axyon AI for AI Solutions
Eolas Capital has partnered with Axyon AI to provide AI-driven solutions to improve the operations of U.S. investment managers. Read more
Mews Raises $300 Million to Boost AI in Hospitality Tech
Mews has secured $300 million in a Series D funding round to enhance its AI capabilities in hospitality technology. The investment was led by EQT Growth with participation from several new and existing investors. Read more
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