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Satya Nadella looks to the future with edge computing — TC

Nadella says the future of computing could actually be at the edge, where computing is done locally before data is then transferred to the...

Executives say $1 billion for AI research isn’t enough — WSJ

Representatives from Intel, Nvidia call for more money and rules governing data protection and privacy, writes Sara Castellanos. Here is the link: https://www.wsj.com/articles/executives-say-1-billion-for-ai-research-isnt-enough-11568153863

Palo Alto Networks to acquire Zingbox

Palo Alto Networks has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire IoT security company Zingbox for $75 million.

Microsoft just invested $1 billion in OpenAI to work on large-scale AI systems

Microsoft is investing $1 billion in artificial intelligence research company OpenAI, as part of a multiyear partnership, to extend Azure’s capabilities in large-scale AI systems.

Near raises $100M

Near has raised $100 million in a new round of funding. The investment comes from private equity firm Greater Pacific Capital (GPC).