Welcome to The AI Track's comprehensive monthly roundup of the latest AI news!
Each month, we compile significant news, trends, and happenings in AI, providing detailed summaries with key points in bullet form for concise yet complete understanding.
This page features AI News for February 2025. At the end, you will find links to our archives for previous months
Summaries presented here were created in collaboration with ChatGPT.
AI NEWS February 2025
UAE and France Partner to Build a €50 Billion AI Data Center
The UAE and France have signed a €30-50 billion agreement to develop a 1 GW AI data center, supported by sustainable energy and strategic partnerships. This project positions Europe as a key player in the global AI race.
EU Announces AI Guidelines on Misuse and System Definitions for AI Act Compliance
The European Union has announced new guidelines to regulate AI misuse, banning emotional tracking by employers, manipulative practices by websites, and unverified criminal predictions by police. These rules aim to protect individuals and ensure ethical AI use.
Mistral AI Launches Le Chat on iOS and Android
Mistral has released its AI assistant Le Chat on iOS and Android, introducing a Pro tier and emphasizing open-source models and enterprise solutions. The update positions Mistral as a strong competitor in the AI space.
Alphabet’s AI Ethics Change: Google Removes AI Weapons Ban
Google has revised its AI principles, removing a commitment to avoid using AI for weapons and surveillance. This change aligns with its ambitions in the global AI race and raises ethical concerns.
Google Launches Free Gemini 2.0 Reasoning Models, Claimed as “World’s Best AI”
Google has unveiled the Gemini 2.0 series, featuring Flash, Flash-Lite, and Pro Experimental models, aiming to advance AI capabilities in performance, reasoning, and affordability.
SoftBank and OpenAI Form SB OpenAI Japan to Develop AI Services
SoftBank and OpenAI have launched a joint venture, SB OpenAI Japan, with a $3 billion annual investment to integrate AI technologies into SoftBank’s subsidiaries and provide advanced AI services to major Japanese companies.
OpenAI Launches Revolutionary Deep Research for Pro Users
OpenAI has launched Deep Research, a new AI-powered feature in ChatGPT that autonomously conducts complex web research, producing detailed reports in minutes. Designed for professionals and everyday users, it leverages advanced reasoning and data analysis to deliver reliable insights.
