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The technology sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, marked by record profits and stock prices, which has led to increased anxiety among some stakeholders. OpenAI's Stargate data center complex in Abilene, Texas, is a focal point of this boom, raising questions about the sustainability and implications of such rapid advancements in artificial intelligence.

OpenAI is collaborating with Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., commonly known as Foxconn, to design and manufacture hardware for data centers. This partnership aims to address the increasing demand for infrastructure necessary to support OpenAI's artificial intelligence systems.

Google and Meta have postponed their subsea cable projects due to fears of sabotage in the Red Sea region. This instability is prompting operators to explore alternative routes, which may lead to increased global internet congestion and outage risks.

Anthropic is following a similar investment strategy as OpenAI, raising concerns about the implications of circular AI deals. Meanwhile, Google has made significant strides with the release of its new AI model, Gemini 3, which is expected to enhance user interactions and search capabilities.

Google DeepMind has launched the Nano Banana Pro, also known as Gemini 3 Pro Image, which has impressed developers and enterprise AI engineers with its ability to generate high-quality, accurate images from text prompts. This model integrates seamlessly with Google's AI ecosystem, enhancing applications across various platforms. Unlike previous models aimed at casual users, this version targets structured workflows, offering advanced features such as multilingual support and real-time knowledge integration.

Google has announced that Android's Quick Share feature now works with Apple's AirDrop, starting with the Pixel 10. This integration allows users to share files seamlessly between Android and iOS devices, enhancing the user experience.

The European Union has influenced Apple to adopt new Wi-Fi standards, enabling Android devices to support AirDrop. Google's Pixel 10 is the first Android phone to utilize this feature, allowing seamless file sharing between Android and iOS users.

Eric Schmidt, the former CEO and chairman of Google, has been accused in a lawsuit of using a Gmail 'backdoor' to spy on his ex-girlfriend and employees. The lawsuit was filed by the former girlfriend and business partner, alleging unauthorized access to private communications.