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AI funding shifts from hardware to software, with major investments in cloud infrastructure, fintech, and advanced AI models shaping the next phase of industry growth.
Major AI Funding Shifts – SwissCognitive AI Investment Radar
The AI investment landscape continues to evolve, with new funding rounds and strategic commitments driving the industry forward. This week, key players across finance, technology, and infrastructure have made major moves to expand AI capabilities, focusing on both software and cloud expansion. Salesforce pledged $1 billion toward AI development in Singapore, while Honor committed $10 billion to integrating AI across its product line.
Investment priorities are shifting from AI chips to software, with analysts predicting that software firms will capture more value in the coming years. Microsoft is expanding its cloud and AI infrastructure in South Africa with a $298 million investment, reflecting the rising demand for AI-driven services. Meanwhile, Barclays analysts note that AI models are evolving from training-based systems to more advanced reasoning engines, signaling a new phase in AI capabilities.
DeepSeek’s breakthrough continues to drive activity in China’s venture capital sector, attracting fresh funding after years of stagnation. Elsewhere, private equity firms are adjusting their investment strategies to keep pace with AI-driven business transformations.
With AI playing a bigger role in stock markets, investor sentiment is shifting as automation takes on a larger role in financial decision-making. The rise of AI-powered fintech solutions, such as Finnomena’s partnership with Google Cloud, further highlights the increasing role of AI in investment strategies.
Stay tuned as we track these developments and more, bringing you the latest insights from the growing AI investment world.
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