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From Chinese newcomer DeepSeek challenging Silicon Valley with open-source innovation to Reliance’s $30 billion AI data center reshaping India’s tech landscape, the race for AI dominance is heating up. Meanwhile, Trump’s executive order aims to build “unbiased” AI by rewriting Biden-era policies, and Paul McCartney’s call to safeguard creators highlights the growing clash between AI and copyright.

With Elon Musk questioning the funding behind Trump-backed Project Stargate, this week has been a whirlwind of bold moves, global competition, and ethical debates in the AI sphere.

This week’s Highlights:

• Industry News and Updates

• Trump’s AI Policy Shift Sparks Global Compliance Challenges

• 5Mins.ai: Reinventing Learning, One Micro-Lesson at a Time

• AI Tools to Supercharge your producivity

• Legal prompt of the week

➡️ DeepSeek: The Chinese AI Startup Shaking Up Silicon Valley | DeepSeek, founded in 2023 by Liang Wenfeng, is challenging U.S. AI giants with its cost-efficient, open-source AI models. Known for its innovative techniques like reinforcement learning and Mixture-of-Experts architecture, DeepSeek has sparked a pricing war and reshaped competition in the AI landscape. While facing hurdles like limited computing resources and censorship concerns, its disruptive strategies continue to position it as a key global competitor.
^{January 27, 2025, Source: Forbes}

➡️ Paul McCartney Warns Against AI Copyright Changes: "Protect Creative Thinkers" | Sir Paul McCartney has criticized proposed UK copyright law changes allowing AI firms to use creators' content unless they opt out. The Beatles legend fears it could undermine artists' rights and income, calling on the government to safeguard creativity. Critics argue the opt-out system is unworkable, urging stricter protections for creators against AI exploitation.
^{January 26, 2025, Source: BBC}

➡️ Trump Signs Executive Order to Develop “Unbiased” AI and Rescind Biden Policies | President Trump’s new executive order aims to develop AI systems "free from ideological bias" by overturning Biden-era AI policies. It tasks agencies with reviewing existing directives and suspending those seen as hindering innovation. The order also establishes a Special Advisor for AI and Crypto, signaling a focus on economic competitiveness and national security over regulatory guardrails.
^{January 24, 2025, Source: AP News}

➡️ Reliance Plans World’s Largest AI Data Center in India | Reliance, led by Mukesh Ambani, aims to build a 3-gigawatt AI data center in Jamnagar, India, powered by renewable energy. The $20–30 billion project, supported by Nvidia partnerships, will surpass Microsoft’s largest data center, marking a major move to meet soaring AI demand.
^{January 24, 2025, Source: Bloomberg}

➡️ Elon Musk Questions Funding for Trump-Backed $500 Billion AI Project Stargate | Elon Musk cast doubt on the $500 billion Project Stargate, claiming SoftBank has secured "well under $10B." The initiative, announced by Trump, involves OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle, focusing on AI infrastructure and healthcare applications, including personalized cancer vaccines. Plans include $100 billion in initial funding and a Texas data center.
^{January 24, 2025, Source: Yahoo Finance}

Compliance and regulations

Trump’s AI Policy Shift Sparks Global Compliance Challenges

On Monday, 20 January, President Donald Trump made a pivotal change to U.S. AI policy by revoking former President Joe Biden’s 2023 executive order on AI. The original order aimed to establish safety standards for AI systems, including content watermarking and other safeguards to mitigate potential risks. Trump’s decision marks a significant deviation from the cautious, regulation-heavy approach embraced by former President Biden, which aligned with that of the European Union.  This could signal the start of a fragmented global regulatory landscape for AI.

But what does this mean for multinational companies operating across borders? And how will businesses navigate the increasingly divergent regulatory frameworks of the U.S. and EU?

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Legal Technology

5Mins.ai: Reinventing Learning, One Micro-Lesson at a Time

Legal professionals are no strangers to high-pressure environments and tight deadlines. Yet, amid the demands of client work and courtroom prep, training often takes a back seat. Enter 5Mins.ai, a platform that distills learning into concise, skills-based micro-lessons designed to fit seamlessly into even the busiest day. Could this be the solution firms have been waiting for to keep their teams sharp without cutting into billable hours?

Tailored Training That Doesn’t Waste Time

Unlike traditional training programs, which often involve lengthy seminars or one-size-fits-all e-learning modules, 5Mins.ai personalizes the learning experience for each user. By analyzing roles, skill gaps, and career aspirations through AI, the platform creates a unique learning path for every individual. This isn’t just efficient—it’s precise.

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