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Mozilla to Add Optional AI Features to Firefox Under New CEO

Mozilla's new CEO, Anthony Enzor-DeMeo, announced that AI features will be integrated into Firefox but remain optional. He outlined a strategy to make Mozilla a trusted software company while diversifying revenue beyond search partnerships.

December 18, 2025

Google Launches Gemini 3 Flash as Default Model in Gemini App and Search

Google has released Gemini 3 Flash, a faster and more efficient AI model now serving as the default in the Gemini app and AI Mode in Search. The model combines advanced reasoning and multimodal capabilities with lower latency and cost.

December 18, 2025

OpenAI Discusses New Funding at $750 Billion Valuation

OpenAI is in preliminary talks to raise tens of billions of dollars at a valuation of around $750 billion, potentially involving Amazon and other major investors.

December 18, 2025

Coursera to Acquire Udemy in $2.5 Billion All-Stock Deal

Coursera has agreed to acquire Udemy in an all-stock transaction valued at $2.5 billion, with Udemy shareholders set to receive 0.8 Coursera shares for each Udemy share. The merger is expected to close in the second half of 2026, pending regulatory and shareholder approvals.

December 18, 2025

Automation.com and Hikvision Publish White Paper on AI-Powered Video Intelligence in Manufacturing

Automation.com and Hikvision have released a joint white paper detailing how large-scale AI-powered video intelligence enhances efficiency and safety in smart manufacturing environments.

December 17, 2025

Hut 8 Partners with Anthropic and Fluidstack to Build Multi-Gigawatt AI Infrastructure in the U.S.

Hut 8 has announced a partnership with Anthropic and Fluidstack to develop up to 2.3GW of AI data center capacity in the United States, beginning with a 245MW facility in Louisiana.

December 17, 2025

Taipei Forum Promotes Youth Leadership in Responsible AI

The 2025 AI and Youth Empowerment International Forum in Taipei gathered over 500 participants to discuss Taiwan’s leadership in responsible AI, featuring keynotes, awards, and panel discussions on AI education and governance.

December 17, 2025

AnitaB.org and Findem Launch AI Talent Network for Tech Hiring

AnitaB.org has launched an AI-powered Talent Network in collaboration with Findem to connect diverse technologists with recruiters and improve equity in tech hiring.

December 17, 2025

NobleReach Named Founding Partner of U.S. Tech Force Initiative

The White House Office of Personnel Management has appointed NobleReach as a founding partner of the United States Tech Force, a new program designed to recruit early-career technical talent into government through multi-year appointments.

December 17, 2025

TAE Technologies and UKAEA Form Joint Venture to Advance Fusion Accelerator Technology

TAE Technologies and the UK Atomic Energy Authority have formed a joint venture, TAE Beam UK, to commercialize advanced particle accelerator technology for fusion and other applications. The venture will operate from UKAEA’s Culham Campus in Oxfordshire, focusing initially on developing neutral beams for fusion energy systems.

December 17, 2025

Azio AI Joins Early Discussions on Philippines’ Sovereign AI Infrastructure

Azio AI has begun participating in technical discussions to support the Philippines' modernization of its sovereign investment platform, including the Maharlika Investment Fund, as the country evaluates AI and data-center infrastructure for national development.

December 17, 2025

Cognizant Expands Synapse Initiative to Reach Two Million People by 2030

Cognizant has announced an expansion of its Synapse skills initiative, setting a new goal to equip two million people worldwide with digital skills by 2030 after surpassing its initial target ahead of schedule.

December 17, 2025

Squirrel Ai’s Dr. Joleen Liang Shares Vision for Human-AI Collaboration in Education at Web Summit 2025

Dr. Joleen Liang, co-founder of Squirrel Ai Learning, presented a human-centered approach to AI in education at Web Summit 2025 in Lisbon, emphasizing collaboration between educators and intelligent systems to personalize learning.

December 17, 2025

Inovia Capital Opens Office in Abu Dhabi Global Market

Inovia Capital has opened a new office in Abu Dhabi Global Market to expand its presence in the Middle East and strengthen partnerships across the GCC region.

December 17, 2025

AllOne Health Acquires Three EAP Providers to Expand National Reach

AllOne Health has acquired Carebridge EAP, Comp EAP, and ERC EAP, marking its 18th, 19th, and 20th acquisitions since 2016 to strengthen its nationwide Employee Assistance Program services.

December 17, 2025

GSV Unveils 2026 GSV 150 Market Map Highlighting Top Digital Learning Firms

GSV has released its 2026 GSV 150 Market Map, recognizing 150 leading global companies transforming digital learning and workforce skills. The list includes firms such as PhysicsWallah and Synthesia, showcasing the growing influence of AI in education.

December 17, 2025

Ellucian Named SaaS Organization of the Year at 2025 Stratus Awards

Ellucian has been recognized as the SaaS Organization of the Year at the 2025 Stratus Awards for Cloud Computing, honoring its cloud innovation in higher education and the launch of its AI-powered Journey platform.

December 17, 2025

UbiSim Adds AI Narrative Analysis to Streamline Nursing Education

UbiSim has introduced AI Narrative Analysis, a new feature that helps nursing educators quickly assess simulation data and provide targeted feedback, reducing review time by up to 90%.

December 17, 2025

BoodleBox Raises $5 Million to Expand AI Collaboration in Higher Education

BoodleBox has completed a $5 million seed funding round co-led by Dogwood Ventures and Osage Venture Partners to expand its AI collaboration platform for higher education and other sectors.

December 17, 2025

Alpha School Featured in Nature as Model for AI-Driven Education

Alpha School, an AI-powered private school network based in Austin, has been highlighted by the scientific journal Nature as a model for the future of education. The publication described Alpha’s AI-personalized, human-guided learning system as a potential blueprint for AI-first universities.

December 17, 2025

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