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Musk vs Altman: A High-Stakes Clash Over AI Control

The courtroom showdown between Elon Musk and Sam Altman has sparked widespread debate about the future of OpenAI. Founded in 2015 as a nonprofit focused on safe and ethical artificial…

AI Threatens to Widen Latin America’s Digital Divide

The article argues that artificial intelligence could significantly worsen Latin America’s existing digital divide. While AI tools are rapidly spreading across the region—appearing in government, media, and education—access to the…

Google in Talks With Marvell to Develop New AI Chips for More Efficient Model Training

Google is reportedly working with semiconductor company Marvell Technology to design new AI chips aimed at improving the efficiency of running large artificial intelligence models. According to a report cited…

Apple’s M5 Ultra Mac Studio Delay May Impact Local AI Model Market

Apple is reportedly facing potential revenue challenges in the local AI and large language model (LLM) market due to delays in its next-generation Mac Studio. According to reports, the highly…

UNESCO Launches Regional AI in Education Observatory for Latin America and the Caribbean

UNESCO has launched the Observatory on Artificial Intelligence in Education for Latin America and the Caribbean, a regional initiative aimed at guiding the ethical and effective use of AI in…

Amazon and Anthropic Expand Strategic AI Partnership with Major Investment and Compute Commitment 

Amazon and Anthropic have significantly expanded their strategic partnership to accelerate progress in artificial intelligence. Anthropic will use up to 5 gigawatts of Amazon’s Trainium chips to train and run…

Guatemala digital economy — AI regulation gap and tech ecosystem opportunities

Guatemala’s digital economy is growing steadily, supported by government-led digital transformation initiatives, rising internet adoption, and expanding fintech and e-commerce sectors. The government’s Digital Government Plan 2021–2026 aims to improve…

Chile, Brazil and Uruguay remain AI pioneers — Latin American AI Index 2025

The Latin American Artificial Intelligence Index 2025 (ILIA) highlights Chile, Brazil, and Uruguay as the region’s leading AI pioneers, reflecting strong performance in readiness, adoption, and governance. The index, published…

Peru — AI governance and regulatory framework: Law 31814 and Supreme Decree 115

Peru has emerged as one of the first countries in Latin America to establish a general-purpose artificial intelligence law, marking an early step in regional AI governance. In July 2023,…

Ecuador establishes guidelines for personal data protection in AI systems

Ecuador has introduced new guidelines governing the use of personal data in artificial intelligence systems through Resolution Nº SPDP-SPD-2026-0009-R, issued by the Superintendent of Personal Data Protection. The regulation establishes…