Mexico Leads UN Nuclear AI Resolution; Sector Sees Major M&As

This week in AI, Mexico spearheaded the United Nations’ first resolution addressing AI risks in nuclear weapons, while the industrial sector moves toward full operational autonomy through new "manager agent" architectures. In the private sector, Meta has finalized a US$5 billion stake in Intel to co-develop next-generation AI hardware.

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UN Adopts First Resolution on AI Risks in Nuclear Weapons

The UN General Assembly adopted its first resolution addressing the risks of AI in nuclear weapons systems this December. Spearheaded by Mexico, along with Austria, El Salvador, Kazakhstan, Kiribati, and Malta, the resolution focuses on the potential for AI to increase the risk of accidental detonations or unauthorized military decisions.

Meta to Acquire Startup Manus in US$2 Billion AI Agent Push

Meta Platforms has finalized an agreement to acquire Singapore-based AI startup Manus for more than US$2 billion. This is one of the first major acquisitions of an Asian-origin AI startup by a leading US technology company, shifting toward the commercialization of autonomous AI agents.

Nvidia Takes US$5-Billion Intel Stake to Co-Develop AI Hardware

Nvidia has completed a US$5 billion purchase of Intel common stock, acquiring over 214.7 million shares at US$23.28 per unit. The transaction, finalized on Dec. 26 following a Sept. 15 agreement, establishes Nvidia as a major shareholder to facilitate joint PC and data-center product development.

AI Manager Agents Drive the Shift to Smart, Autonomous Factories

The industrial sector is transitioning toward operational autonomy through the integration of intelligent agents coordinated by a manager agent. This technological architecture enables AI to evolve from analytical recommendations to physical execution and real-time decision-making within production plants.

Patients Try AI for Health, but Trust Remains a Concern

Patients are beginning to integrate AI into their health journeys, largely as a starting point for information, but concerns about accuracy, privacy, and the loss of human connection continue to shape adoption, according to a new survey by digital health company Health Union.