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AI & Enterprise
Tesla moves into modular AI data centre hardware with Megapod trademark filing
Tesla is pushing into modular artificial intelligence data centre hardware after filing a trademark for “Megapod” in the United States. The application describes a modular data centre hardware system for AI computing, including servers, networking equipment, power distribution and cooling. Tesla also describes a self-contained modular computing unit with downloadable software for monitoring and optimisation. The move would put Tesla into competition with Nvidia-backed platforms, while Tesla remains a major Nvidia customer and has faced delays in its own AI chip plans.
AI & Enterprise
OpenAI acquires voice cloning startup Weights
OpenAI has acquired Weights.gg, a startup that provided an AI voice-cloning tool, the New York Times reported. The terms of the deal were not disclosed, but OpenAI was reported to have bought Weights’ small staff team and its intellectual property. Weights announced in March that it would shut down its service. It hosted shared AI algorithms for voice cloning, including models of celebrities and politicians.
Industry
Hyundai Motor unveils body-on-frame EV battery patent for next mid-size pickup
Hyundai Motor has disclosed a patent for a body-on-frame battery mounting structure for electric vehicles as it steps up preparations to target North America’s mid-size electric pickup market. The design integrates the battery within the frame to secure ground clearance while lowering the centre of gravity and improving protection in off-road conditions. The patent also addresses minimising cabin-space loss. Hyundai has signalled plans for a body-on-frame pickup and highlighted related off-road concepts.
