Fujitsu Launches Cloud Service Generative AI Platform
Fujitsu announced the launch of the Fujitsu Cloud Service Generative AI Platform, which combines data confidentiality with the ease of cloud use. The service is slated to be available in Japan during fiscal year 2025, with plans for a global rollout later. Fujitsu will begin accepting applications for a trial of this service in Japan starting February 13, 2025. The platform integrates Fsas Technologies Inc.’s Private AI Platform on PRIMERGY, Supermicro’s GPU servers, and Fujitsu’s Takane large language model (LLM), the core technology of the Fujitsu Kozuchi AI service, known for its Japanese language capabilities. Fujitsu plans to increase the number of available LLMs from other companies to meet customer needs.
China’s Commitment to AI Development and Governance
China is actively promoting the development and governance of AI. The Global AI Governance Initiative, proposed by President Xi Jinping in 2023, is gaining relevance in promoting AI growth. At the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, 58 countries, including China, and two international organizations signed the Statement on Inclusive and Sustainable Artificial Intelligence for People and the Planet.
World AI Cannes Festival
The World AI Cannes Festival is being held from February 13-15, 2025, in Cannes, France. The festival has received the official label from the French government as part of the AI Action Summit. The opening keynotes of the World AI Cannes Festival 2025 will be hosted by the French Minister Delegate for AI and the Digital Economy and the Ministry of Finance of Luxembourg.
AI-Driven Energy Demands Spur Natural Gas Plant Construction
In New Albany, Ohio, developers are constructing the New Albany Energy Center, a 120-megawatt natural gas-fired power plant, to support a new data center. Operations are slated to begin in early 2026. This project aims to overcome regulatory obstacles and secure reliable on-site power, reinforcing Ohio’s position as a significant data center hub. The increasing energy demands from the AI boom are likely to lead to similar projects as companies seek to bridge the power gap.
Executives Plan to Embrace AI
According to a recent report, 72% of executives plan to embrace AI in 2025, with a quarter targeting AI for specialized tasks like translation.
fal Raises $49M to Power AI Video
fal, a platform for generative AI media, announced a $49M Series B round led by Notable and a16z.
