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Jul 16, 2025 | Today’s news and insights for Microsoft leaders:

 

‘All Bets Are Off’: Inside Microsoft’s AGI Clause Fight With OpenAI

OpenAI’s contract clause could cut off Microsoft’s access to new AI models if AGI is declared, forcing high-stakes renegotiation of their partnership.

 

NVIDIA CEO: US Should 'Reduce Our Dependency' on Other Countries for Manufacturing

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang spoke to CNN about supporting ‘the craft of making things.’ Plus, China may be open to NVIDIA again.

 

TIOBE Programming Index News July 2025: 'Golden Oldie' Ada Hits Popularity Milestone

Well-established programming languages are holding onto their spots in the TIOBE Index top 10.

 

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Europe's New AI Rulebook Just Dropped: Here’s What It Means

The EU’s General-Purpose AI Code of Practice is intended to guide AI developers in complying with the EU AI Act.

 

OpenAI Will Reportedly Launch AI Browser to Rival Chrome Soon

The idea is to reduce the need for users to visit third-party sites or apps, either to access information or an AI chatbot.

 

Leak: AWS and Anthropic Team Up for AI Agent Marketplace

The marketplace will reportedly be part of the AWS Summit announcements this week.

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