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Mila is a research institute and innovation hub focused on advancing artificial intelligence from the lab into real-world impact. Stories under this tag explore how Mila collaborates with industry, investors and policymakers to turn strong AI research foundations into thriving startup ecosystems and practical applications.

By reading Mila-tagged articles, you’ll gain insight into how AI research organizations are shaping investment priorities, influencing venture capital flows and advocating for the infrastructure needed to scale cutting-edge ideas. These stories highlight the strategies, partnerships and policy recommendations that can help transform scientific advances in AI into sustainable companies and long-term economic value.

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Is OpenAI planning an AI cloud to rival AWS, Azure & Google?

Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman signalled plans to launch an AI cloud platform, aiming to rival AWS, Azure and Google Cloud in offering computing power.
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CoreWeave selects VAST Data in USD $1.17bn AI cloud platform deal

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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CoreWeave secures a USD $1.17bn deal with VAST Data to power its AI cloud platform, enhancing scalability and performance for enterprise AI workloads.
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More than a third of STEM professionals consider moving abroad

Fri, 7th Nov 2025
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Over a third of STEM professionals worldwide have been approached for overseas roles, with 19% planning or already moving abroad amid rising global investment and protectionism.
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CrowdStrike & CoreWeave unite to secure advanced AI cloud workloads

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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CrowdStrike partners with CoreWeave to embed advanced security in AI cloud workloads using NVIDIA-powered infrastructure for safer AI development and deployment.
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How public sector organisations can achieve private sector-level digital experiences

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Australian public sector can match private sector digital experiences by adopting interoperable platforms, unified channels, shared tools, and AI to enhance service delivery.
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Why the world needs hundreds of Palantirs

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Palantir's soaring AI implementation success highlights a critical global demand gap, signaling the need for hundreds of similar firms by 2026.
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Hotels favour Best-in-Class tech systems for flexibility & control

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Hotels increasingly prefer Best-in-Class tech systems for greater flexibility and control, with 30% switching from All-in-One platforms, reveals new report.
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Google warns of AI misuse in new GTIG threat report

Thu, 6th Nov 2025
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Google's threat team warns that hackers are now using AI to create self-modifying malware and evade defences.
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Cybercriminals exploit remote tools to steal global cargo worth USD $34 billion

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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Cybercriminals exploit remote monitoring tools to steal USD $34 billion in cargo globally, targeting trucking firms amid growing digital supply chain risks.
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B2B tech CMOs face pressure to prove ROI amid wider remits

Wed, 5th Nov 2025
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B2B technology CMOs face greater pressure to prove ROI amid wider roles, budget cuts, and rising AI use, reveals the CMO Survey 2025.
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Amperity introduces Real-Time Profiles for instant personalisation

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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Amperity launches Real-Time Profiles, combining live activity with historical data to enable instant, personalised customer experiences across marketing and service.
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Backbase wins award for AI-driven wealth management platform

Tue, 4th Nov 2025
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Backbase wins the 2025 Datos Impact Award for its AI-driven platform revolutionising wealth management with faster onboarding and personalised digital advice.
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The worst-case cyber scenario: A call to action for Australian organisations

Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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Australia faces a dire cyber threat scenario targeting its economy, infrastructure and government, urging organisations to enhance threat hunting and resilience now.
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Tinybeans to acquire Qeepsake for USD $2.7m, doubling subscribers

Mon, 3rd Nov 2025
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Tinybeans will acquire US-based Qeepsake in an all-share deal worth USD $2.7m, doubling paid subscribers and boosting 2025 revenues by 85%.
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Open-source b3 framework to benchmark AI agent security unveiled

Fri, 31st Oct 2025
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Check Point, Lakera and the UK AI Security Institute launch b3, an open-source benchmark to test security of large language models in AI agents.
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Palo Alto Networks unveils AgentiX & reports 48% IoT device risk

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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Palo Alto Networks reports 48.2% of enterprise IoT devices are high-risk and launches Cortex AgentiX, an AI platform to automate security operations.
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BRKZ secures USD $30 million loan to expand Saudi construction tech

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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BRKZ has secured a USD $30 million loan to expand its financing solutions and support the growth of Saudi Arabia's booming construction sector.
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Furniture retailers see 3D & AR overtaking traditional photos

Thu, 30th Oct 2025
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A Fixtuur study reveals 79% of furniture retailers now prefer 3D and AR over traditional photos, boosting sales and enhancing customer engagement online.
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HPE & NVIDIA expand AI portfolio to deliver secure and scalable AI

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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HPE and NVIDIA expand AI portfolio with secure, scalable infrastructure to help governments and enterprises accelerate compliant AI deployment and management.
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Nozomi unveils automated cyber defence for industrial networks

Wed, 29th Oct 2025
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Nozomi Networks launches Nozomi Arc with automated threat responses to protect industrial OT and IoT networks, enhancing real-time cyber defence and uptime.