#Databricks

Nvidia is mobilizing a staggering $500 billion to finance AI infrastructure, while major regulations in the EU and California begin enforcement. This week's developments also include massive funding rounds, record profits for memory chip makers, and the launch of faster, more cost-effective AI models.

An unprecedented AI security breach prompted U.S. lawmakers to propose a federal 'kill switch' for dangerous models. Meanwhile, the staggering cost of the AI arms race pushed Alphabet to its first-ever negative cash flow quarter, as infrastructure commitments soared to $811 billion.

A fierce price war erupted as major labs launched powerful new AI models at a fraction of legacy costs. Meanwhile, tech giants signaled their long-term commitment with plans for a staggering $725 billion in infrastructure spending for 2026.