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Meta is expanding access to its Llama AI model to US allies in Europe and Asia by 2025. Llama 4, released in April 2025, features a mixture-of-experts architecture supporting text and image inputs across 12 languages. Two versions were launched: Scout (17B active parameters) and Maverick (17B active parameters with 400B total), while a larger Behemoth version remains in development. Meta claims Llama 4 outperformed ChatGPT on benchmarks, though this sparked controversy regarding testing methods. The company aims to grow its AI reach beyond its current hundreds of millions of monthly users while fostering an open ecosystem to compete with rivals like ChatGPT.

OpenAI, Oracle, and SoftBank are launching the $500 billion Stargate Project, establishing five new AI data centers across the US. The initiative will expand to nearly 7 gigawatts capacity with $400 billion invested over three years. New sites include locations in Texas, New Mexico, and the Midwest, creating 25,000+ direct jobs. Microsoft has joined as a technology partner. The project aims to secure American leadership in AI through infrastructure development, job creation, and sustainable systems for large-scale AI operations.

Boeing Defense, Space & Security and Palantir have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate AI integration across defense and classified programs. The collaboration aims to enhance aerospace manufacturing by analyzing data from Boeing's production systems to improve efficiency for fighter jets, satellites, and space vehicles. Palantir's software will help streamline processes, reduce bottlenecks, and improve supply chain visibility. The partnership emphasizes defense-grade security compliance in classified environments while working to establish AI-driven best practices in the aerospace sector. New AI-powered solutions are planned for rollout through 2026, with ongoing commitments to research and innovation in advanced manufacturing.

Micron Technology forecasts Q1 fiscal 2026 revenue of approximately $12.5 billion, exceeding analyst estimates of $11.94 billion, driven by strong AI-related demand. The company reported Q1 2025 revenue of $8.71 billion, with data center revenue growing over 400% year-over-year and now representing more than 50% of total revenue. CEO Sanjay Mehrotra noted accelerating demand for memory and storage from AI workloads. Micron's shares approached their 52-week high following the positive outlook, reflecting investor confidence in the company's AI-driven growth trajectory despite weaknesses in consumer markets.