AWS Discontinues Two Outposts Versions

Thinking Machines has released Inkling, its first open-source AI model, marking the company's initial public demonstration after 18 months of building AI infrastructure privately. The move signals the company's commitment to an alternative approach to large, generalized AI models. The release comes as the company continues to develop its infrastructure platform outside the mainstream spotlight.

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company announced Thursday it will invest an additional $100 billion in the U.S., expanding its Arizona manufacturing footprint with at least four new chip plants. The move reflects surging demand for AI infrastructure and deepens TSMC's commitment to producing the world's most advanced semiconductors domestically. The expansion represents a significant escalation of TSMC's U.S. presence as competition for AI chip manufacturing capacity intensifies.

Dave Brown, a longtime AWS executive who oversaw computer and machine learning services, is departing Amazon Web Services for a new role outside the company, AWS Chief Matt Garman announced to staff Wednesday. The departure marks a significant leadership change in AWS' core infrastructure and AI service divisions. Brown's next position and the timing of his transition were not detailed in the announcement.

Vint Cerf, a co-inventor of TCP/IP, is developing a standard to identify AI agents operating on the open internet. The effort aims to create a framework for distinguishing autonomous AI systems from other network traffic and actors. This work addresses a growing need for visibility and control as AI agents become more prevalent in online environments.