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Welcome to The Prompt by Kuro House, your daily AI update. Today, we have some truly groundbreaking stories from the world of AI and tech. From Google’s audacious space-based AI data centers to a brewing legal battle between Amazon and an AI browser, we’ve got you covered.
First up, Google is aiming for the stars—literally—with its new Project Suncatcher. According to The Verge, Google plans to launch AI chips into space on solar-powered satellites to create data centers orbiting Earth. This would harness near-constant solar energy, making these space data centers up to eight times more productive than those on Earth. Major challenges remain, including ultra-high-speed satellite communication and radiation-proof AI hardware, but Google hopes to test prototypes by 2027. If successful, this could revolutionize how we scale AI compute while reducing energy emissions here on Earth.
Next, a legal showdown is brewing between Amazon and Perplexity over AI shopping agents. The Verge reports that Amazon has demanded Perplexity stop allowing its AI browser, Comet, to purchase products on Amazon’s site. Perplexity calls this an aggressive legal threat and accuses Amazon of trying to control the shopping experience to favor ads and sponsored results. Despite Amazon’s CEO mentioning partnerships with third-party agents, Amazon insists on controlling who can buy products on their platform. This fight highlights the tension between AI convenience and corporate control over e-commerce.
On the investment front, NVIDIA and Qualcomm have joined a major coalition to boost India’s deep tech startup ecosystem. TechCrunch shares that this group has over $1 billion in commitments, aligning with India’s new $12 billion research and development initiative. NVIDIA will provide strategic and technical support, while Qualcomm and several Indian venture firms bring significant capital. The coalition aims to nurture startups tackling infrastructure-scale problems like satellites, semiconductors, and AI over the next decade. This could mark a turning point for India’s tech scene, driving innovation and global attention.
Meanwhile, MoEngage, a customer engagement platform, just raised $100 million to fuel global expansion and AI innovation. TechCrunch reports that Goldman Sachs led the round, doubling down on their investment in the company. MoEngage’s Merlin AI suite helps brands automate marketing with AI-powered copywriting and decisioning tools, serving over 1,350 brands worldwide. The startup aims to maintain a 35% annual growth rate and become EBITDA-positive by the end of the fiscal year, with plans to go public soon. This funding will accelerate their push into North America and Europe, deepening AI capabilities and customer success teams.
Finally, a fascinating interview with journalist Kara Swisher sheds light on tech leadership and AI’s future. WIRED’s feature reveals Swisher’s candid views on Silicon Valley’s culture and who she’d rather work for—Sam Altman over Mark Zuckerberg. She highlights AI as a transformative general-purpose technology and emphasizes the overlooked role of robotics combined with AI. Swisher also discusses the challenges of tech journalism, the importance of honest reporting, and the need for new leadership in tech. Her insights remind us that as AI evolves, so must the people and systems guiding its impact.
That’s a wrap for today’s episode of The Prompt. From space-bound AI to deep tech investments and industry reflections, the AI landscape is as dynamic as ever. Stay curious, and we’ll catch you tomorrow with more updates.
