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Microsoft steps up AI startup acquisitions as it seeks OpenAI alternatives

Microsoft is pursuing acquisitions of AI startups, Reuters reported on May 13. The move aims to prepare an independent path that does not rely on longtime partner OpenAI, Reuters said, citing five sources familiar with the matter. Reuters reported Microsoft wants to secure AI talent through the acquisitions and develop its own state-of-the-art AI models by next year. It previously considered buying Cursor but dropped the plan over internal regulatory concerns.

Mobility

Tesla Cybercab begins wide U.S. tests as sightings spread

Tesla has begun broad testing of its autonomous robotaxi Cybercab by placing vehicles across major U.S. cities and outlying areas to gather real-world driving data. Media reports said the new self-driving vehicle has been spotted in locations with sharply different geographic conditions, including Austin, Alaska and Wichita. The largest cluster was in Austin with 34 vehicles, with smaller numbers in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, and single vehicles in cities such as Washington, Buffalo and Boston.

Finance

Finix unveils payment terminal for unmanned stores, targets kiosk payment demand

Payment solutions provider Finix unveiled a payment terminal aimed at unmanned and semi-unmanned stores and customer self-ordering and payment setups. The company said the Android-based device is designed for touch operation, with a slim and durable build suited to high-traffic sites. It supports EMV chip, magnetic stripe and contactless payments, as well as mobile wallets such as Apple Pay and Google Pay. The terminal ships with the Finix payment app preconfigured and includes installation components for unattended sites.