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Jun 25
Europe's AI infrastructure: the cost gap that policy cannot paper over
The EU currently hosts roughly 5% of the world's AI compute capacity. The US holds close to 75%. McKinsey projects European data center demand will grow from 10 GW of IT load in 2024 to 35 GW by 2030 — a tripling driven almost entirely by AI. The infrastructure to close that gap does not yet exist, and building it in Europe costs substantially more than building the equivalent in the US.
Qualcomm used its Investor Day to formally launch Dragonfly, a new data center product line aimed at cloud AI, and set out an ambitious revenue path that would shrink its dependence on handset sales. The company said the plan could reshape its business mix by 2029, but it still faces questions over timing, product performance, and execution.
US humanoid robotics startup Agility Robotics announced it will list on the Nasdaq as early as September 2026, which would make it the first publicly traded humanoid robotics company in the US.
Amazon on June 25 announced an additional US$13 billion investment in India's AI and cloud infrastructure by 2030, the third major commitment the company has made in as many years and one that brings its total planned spending across all India businesses to US$48 billion between 2026 and 2030. CEO Andy Jassy announced in New Delhi, following a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi, that the pledge is a direct response to surging demand across Amazon's e-commerce, AI, and cloud operations in the country.
Nvidia GPU server supply-chain vendors say the product transition will finish in second quarter 2026, setting up an upswing from the third quarter as demand stays strong and partners race to keep up with orders. The upbeat view points to solid momentum in the second half of the year, even as Nvidia's key component suppliers say they have been pushed "almost to the limit" by the pace of shipments.
The robotics industry is moving from proof-of-concept projects to large-scale deployment. During Computex 2026, IPC maker Nexcom showcased its edge AI solutions at booths of major tech companies including Nvidia, Intel, and Qualcomm. Through product demonstrations, the company strengthened its positioning as a full-spectrum edge AI deployment partner, attracting interest from industry players seeking deeper collaboration and investment opportunities.
China's tightening tungsten export controls are adding pressure to global supply chains, with implications for semiconductor makers, defense industries, and industrial users worldwide. Planned production cuts by Japanese tungsten hexafluoride producers are widening concerns, while recycling is emerging as a practical response as countries push for raw-material localization and supply security.
Altos, a subsidiary of Acer, said on June 24, 2026, that it signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Vietnam-based FPT to jointly deploy and commercialize enterprise AI across the Asia-Pacific market. The agreement paired Altos' AI infrastructure and high-performance computing platforms with FPT's vertical AI application development and systems integration capabilities to create a more scalable enterprise AI ecosystem.
Compound semiconductor epitaxial wafer maker IntelliEPI said AI-driven high-speed transmission demand continues to lift the indium phosphide (InP) market, and it expects revenue to keep rising in 2026 and set another record. The company's biggest challenge remains a shortage of InP substrates, prompting it to rely mainly on Japanese suppliers while helping German manufacturers accelerate mass production of InP substrates.
US humanoid robot startup Agility Robotics announced on June 24 ET that it will go public on Nasdaq via a SPAC, aiming for a listing as early as September 2026. If completed, it will become the first publicly traded humanoid robot company in the US. Agility Robotics is currently valued at about US$11 billion.
ADATA Technology is stepping up discussions in Thailand amid rising global demand for AI computing centers. Chairman Simon Chen's visit highlights how Southeast Asia could benefit from expanding AI infrastructure, supporting industrial policy, and strengthening regional cooperation. The company sees Thailand as a possible hub for future growth and technology investment.
China's Commerce Ministry has expanded oversight of strategic minerals and dual-use goods, adding whistleblower channels, reporting rules, and penalties for evasion. The move could affect global supply chains, especially for companies relying on Chinese-sourced inputs, by increasing compliance demands, due diligence costs, and exposure to enforcement risks.