Mistral Valued at €11B; Adobe Stock Jumps +4.25% Driven by AI
Key Takeaways
- Mistral, Paris-based AI company, valued at €11B after €1.3B Series C round led by ASML.
- Adobe's stock jumped +4.25% to €311.55 driven by strong AI business figures.
- OpenAI: AI hallucinations are mathematically inevitable in large language models due to prediction process.
- Google Pixel sales doubled in H1 2025, outpacing other Android OEMs.
- Sony launched Xperia 10 VII with 5,000 mAh battery, priced at €399/£449.
Top Stories
Mistral Valued at €11 Billion After €1.3B Series C Round.
On September 12, 2025, Mistral, a Paris-based AI company, announced a €1.3 billion Series C round led by ASML, valuing the company at €11 billion.
Adobe Stock Jumps +4.25% Driven by Strong AI Business.
On September 12, 2025, Adobe's stock price jumped by +4.25% to €311.55, driven by strong quarterly figures in its AI business, resulting in a market capitalization of 131.90 billion.
OpenAI: AI Hallucinations Inevitable Due to Prediction Process.
On September 12, 2025, OpenAI released a research paper detailing the mathematical inevitability of AI hallucinations in large language models, attributing them to the word-by-word prediction process.
Google Pixel Sales Double, Outpaces Android Competitors.
On September 13, 2025, it was reported that Google's Pixel is outpacing other Android OEMs, with sales doubling in the first half of 2025, due to Google's control over hardware and software.
Sony Launches Xperia 10 VII with 5,000 mAh Battery.
Sony launched the Xperia 10 VII on 12 Sep 2025, featuring a 5,000 mAh battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, and a 50 MP dual-camera, priced at €399/£449.
Big Tech Insights
Musk Urges Microsoft's Nadella to Probe Blizzard Employee Criticism.
On September 13, 2025, Elon Musk urged Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella to investigate Blizzard employees who criticized Charlie Kirk, with Microsoft acknowledging the issue and stating that comments celebrating violence are under review.
UK and US to Sign Groundbreaking Technology Agreement.
On September 20, 2025, the UK will sign a technology agreement with the US during President Trump’s state visit, expected to boost businesses and consumers.
Alibaba Shares Rise 8% After $3.2B Bond Issue, AI Updates.
On 12 September 2025, Alibaba’s shares rose 8% after the company raised $3.2 billion in convertible bonds, updated its Qwen AI models, and announced in‑house chips.
Amazon Testing GM's BrightDrop Electric Vans for Deliveries.
On September 12, 2025, Amazon confirmed it is testing General Motors' BrightDrop electric vans as part of its strategy to reduce carbon emissions, aiming for 100,000 electric delivery vehicles by 2030.
Culture Decode
Stephen Colbert Expresses Skepticism About AI-Generated Art.
On 2025-09-12, Stephen Colbert voiced skepticism about AI-generated art, arguing it lacks the human flaws and emotional depth that give art meaning.
Overuse of 'AI' Label in Consumer Tech Questioned After IFA 2025.
On September 14, 2025, it was reported that the pervasive use of the "AI" label in consumer tech marketing is blurring the term's meaning, with questions raised about whether many AI-branded products genuinely utilize artificial intelligence.
Tech Today
iPhone 17 Preorders Open in Australia with Trade-In Deals.
On September 12, 2025, preorders for Apple's iPhone 17 lineup began in Australia, with availability on September 19. Key deals include trade-in credits and monthly plan discounts.
Boox Palma 2: Smartphone-like eReader with Android OS.
On September 13, 2025, Forbes reported on the Boox Palma 2, a $249 eReader that mimics a smartphone’s aspect ratio using a 1200‑pixel eInk Carta display and runs a customized Android OS.
Apple Warns Users of Sophisticated Mercenary Spyware Attacks.
On September 12, 2025, Apple issued warnings about mercenary spyware attacks targeting specific users, including journalists and politicians, advising them to seek expert help and enable Lockdown Mode.
WIRED's 6 Best Digital Notebooks of 2025: reMarkable Leads.
On September 13, 2025, WIRED published its guide to the 6 best digital notebooks, highlighting the reMarkable Paper Pro as the best overall and the Amazon Kindle Scribe as a personal favorite.
Tim Cook Reassures Public on iPhone Air Battery Life.
On September 13, 2025, Apple CEO Tim Cook reassured the public about the 'great' battery life of the new, ultra-thin iPhone Air, citing design choices like eSIM to maximize capacity.
ZDNET's 5 Best iPads of 2025: 11th-Gen iPad Leads.
On September 12, 2025, ZDNET published its guide to the 5 best iPads of 2025, recommending the 11th-generation iPad as the best overall and the iPad Pro (seventh-gen) for power users.
TechRadar Poll: Black, Deep Blue Lead iPhone 17 Color Preferences.
On September 12, 2025, TechRadar polled its readers on their favorite iPhone 17 colors, with Black winning for the iPhone 17 (35%) and Deep Blue for the iPhone 17 Pro (55%).
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones Named Best Overall by Forbes.
Forbes Vetted, on September 12, 2025, named the Bose QuietComfort Ultra Headphones the best overall Bose headphones due to their superior active noise cancellation and audio quality, tested over 20 hours.
CNET: Discounts on Apple, Samsung, Motorola Phones Available.
On September 12, 2025, CNET published a guide detailing discounts on phones from Apple, Samsung, and Motorola, including savings up to $262 on Samsung Galaxy S25 models and $300 off the Motorola Razr Plus (2024).
iOS 26 to Enable Heart Rate Monitoring on Powerbeats Pro 2.
On September 15th, 2025, Apple will release iOS 26, bringing new heart rate monitoring features to the Powerbeats Pro 2, enabling real-time heart rate monitoring in the Apple Fitness app.
Best Buy: HP Chromebook 15 on Sale for $249.
On September 12, 2025, Best Buy is offering the HP Chromebook 15 for $249, featuring an Intel Processor N200, 8GB of RAM, and 64GB of storage.