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Future on Europa Now: AI, climate tech and the long bets that will decide what Europe builds next.
Climate Tech
Proxima Fusion forges Japanese partnerships to build Germany's fusion supply chain
The German fusion startup has signed agreements with Fujikura and Kyoto Fusioneering to develop superconducting magnets, plasma heating systems and fuel cycle technologies needed for its stellarator power plants.
AI
Nadella backtracks on AI alignment: it won't come from scale alone
Microsoft's chief executive has reversed his position on whether making models larger automatically solves alignment problems. Speaking on a podcast, he outlined a new strategy involving training-time fixes, zero-trust security and transparent reasoning.
AI
Amazon Expands Alexa Lineup with Camera-Equipped Echo Studio and Smart Home Hub Dot
Amazon unveiled five new Alexa devices this week, including an Echo Studio with an integrated camera for visual recognition tasks and a redesigned Echo Dot featuring built-in smart home connectivity.
Climate Tech
Over 30 European energy groups push EU to fund natural hydrogen exploration
A coalition led by Mantle8 has called on the European Commission to establish a €1 billion exploration programme and clearer regulations for natural hydrogen, warning that Europe risks losing ground to the US and Australia.
AI
Malaysia intercepts $12.1M shipment of AI servers in fifth airport seizure this year
Customs officials at Kuala Lumpur International Airport have impounded 30 servers packed with advanced AI chips, part of a pattern of smuggling attempts using Malaysia as a transit route to circumvent export controls.
Climate Tech
LG Energy Solution and Energix Team Up on European and US Battery Storage
The South Korean battery maker and renewable energy developer have signed a preliminary agreement to jointly develop energy storage capacity across two continents, with plans to deploy between 2 and 4.5 gigawatt-hours over the coming years.
Climate Tech
Proxima Fusion locks in Japanese suppliers for stellarator supply chain
The Munich fusion startup has signed memorandums of understanding with Fujikura and Kyoto Fusioneering to secure critical components for its planned test machine and future power plants.
AI
Agion and SIROS Foundation team up to build verifiable identity for AI agents
Two Nordic organizations are collaborating to create infrastructure that lets businesses verify which AI agents are acting on their behalf and whether they have permission to do so.