Fortytwo's Swarm Inference AI Outperforms ChatGPT 5; Big Tech Boosts AI Spending
Key Takeaways
- Fortytwo's Swarm Inference AI surpasses ChatGPT 5 in tests, plans API to compete.
- Meta issues $25B bonds for AI; Samsung, NVIDIA plan 50,000 GPUs for AI.
- SpaceX plans orbital data centers using Starlink V3 for AI computing in 2026.
- AI improves TB diagnostics in China, automates crop disease detection with 95%+ accuracy.
- OpenAI launches GPT-5-powered Aardvark AI for code security; CrowdStrike partners with NVIDIA.
Top Stories
Fortytwo unveils Swarm Inference AI outperforming major models including ChatGPT 5.
On October 31, 2025, Fortytwo introduced Swarm Inference, a novel AI architecture surpassing OpenAI's ChatGPT 5 and others in key tests, with an API planned to compete with leading AI firms.
Big Tech boosts AI spending with Meta bond, Samsung-NVIDIA GPU deals, and AI factory plans.
In late October 2025, Meta issued $25B bonds for AI investments; Samsung and NVIDIA planned HBM4 memory and 50,000 GPUs for AI factories, while SK Group and NVIDIA collaborated on AI infrastructure. These moves reflect escalating AI competition and spending.
SpaceX plans orbital data centers using Starlink V3 satellites for AI computing.
On October 31, 2025, Elon Musk announced SpaceX's plan to build orbital data centers leveraging Starlink V3 satellites with 1 Tbps capacity, aiming to meet AI-driven computing demands starting early 2026.
AI improves TB diagnostics in China and automates crop disease detection with high accuracy.
In 2025, AI systems enhanced TB screening in Northwest China with 11.8% sensitivity gain and enabled over 95% accurate detection of rice and potato diseases, supporting healthcare and sustainable farming.
OpenAI and CrowdStrike partner with NVIDIA on AI cybersecurity tools and autonomous agents.
On October 31, 2025, OpenAI launched GPT-5-powered Aardvark AI for code security, while CrowdStrike and NVIDIA partnered to develop autonomous AI agents for cyberattack defense. These initiatives address AI-driven security challenges.
AI Innovation Radar
Amazon's Q3 AWS growth boosts tech rally amid AI competition concerns.
On October 31, 2025, Amazon's stock surged nearly 12% pre-market after AWS grew 20% in Q3, easing AI competition worries. This reinforced optimism for the 2025 tech market rally despite recent earnings misses.
Google expands AI-powered Mixboard and launches Gemini Nano API for GenAI apps.
In October 2025, Google expanded its AI creative tool Mixboard to 180+ countries and released the ML Kit GenAI Prompt API enabling custom Gemini Nano AI use cases. These advances highlight Google's growing AI ecosystem.
Pony.ai gains Shenzhen robotaxi permit; NVIDIA and SK build AI factory for robotics.
On October 31, 2025, Pony.ai received Shenzhen's first citywide permit for driverless robotaxis, while NVIDIA and SK Group announced an AI factory with 50,000 GPUs to advance AI and robotics development in South Korea.
Getty Images partners with AI firm; OpenAI monetizes video AI with paid credits.
On October 31, 2025, Getty Images partnered with AI search firm Perplexity, boosting stock by 54%, while OpenAI began selling paid credits for its Sora AI video tool, planning to monetize copyrighted content licensing.
Ethical AI Watch
AI-generated violent threats target Australian activist Caitlin Roper online.
In 2025, Australian activist Caitlin Roper faced traumatic AI-generated violent threats on platforms like X, including realistic images depicting violence against her, highlighting AI's misuse risks.
Industry AI Impact
AI reshapes jobs with demand for engineers and resilience in human-centric roles.
On October 30-31, 2025, experts noted AI's limited threat to jobs needing empathy and judgment, while Latin America faces AI talent shortages and rising demand for AI engineers with high salaries.
CRE firms pilot AI with limited success; Reddit posts strong Q3 amid AI competition.
On October 30-31, 2025, a JLL survey showed only 5% of CRE companies met AI goals despite 88% piloting it, while Reddit exceeded Q3 revenue expectations amid rising generative AI competition.
TIS launches AI-centered development project to boost productivity by 50% by 2029.
On October 31, 2025, TIS initiated a company-wide AI-centered development project aiming to improve system development productivity by 50% by 2029 through AI agent integration and optimized processes.