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In an update to its 2018 AI principles, Google removed commitments not to pursue certain actions related to safety and weapons. This update followed the revocation of former President Joe Biden's executive order, aimed at promoting the safe, secure, and trustworthy development of AI, by President Donald Trump.

In an effort to involve more global actors in AI development and prevent the sector from becoming a US-China battle, India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi is co-hosting the summit with Macron.

France's AI summit aims for inclusive, sustainable tech policies, but US support remains uncertain

Global leaders discuss regulation, innovation, and public investment, while balancing risks of AI’s societal impact. Fostering AI advances the summit, with major players such as Google, Microsoft and OpenAI, aims at supporting AI advances in sectors such as health, education, environment, and culture.

India's exclusion from the US's new AI export control framework may require a bilateral agreement with the US to gain access to advanced AI technology.

The Paris AI summit aims to address global AI governance, ethical concerns, and public-private partnerships

With leaders from the US, China, and Europe, it focuses on AI safety, innovation, and international competition. Big corporations are set to lead in adopting AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity to improve profitability.

Technology adoption enhances cybersecurity, customer experience, employee satisfaction, and supports ESG challenges, requiring tailored solutions. Sam Altman appealed to Donald Trump's fascination with big stories and deals, telling him that the tech industry would achieve artificial general intelligence during his administration, according to sources familiar with the call.

Google's Ethical Stance on AI and Weapons

Google has removed its commitment to refrain from using AI for weapons or surveillance. The change signals a shift in ethical stance amid growing pressure for military contracts. The move raises concerns about automated warfare, prompting calls for legally binding regulations to ensure human oversight and prevent the development of fully autonomous weapons.

Alphabet Plans Significant Investment in AI

Alphabet plans to spend $75 billion on AI buildout in 2025, significantly surpassing Wall Street's expectations. This substantial investment includes building servers and data centers. Meanwhile, the company's cloud revenue growth has slowed, raising investor concerns over profitability and capital spending efficiency.

Regulation in Major Jurisdictions

Here are some key highlights regarding regulation in major jurisdictions, in anticipation of the Paris AI summit on February 10-11. Nvidia had loudly protested a last-minute move by the Biden administration in January to expand AI chip restrictions beyond adversaries like China to more than 100 other countries, including Singapore.

But it remains to be seen if Trump will follow through with or drop those proposed rules. The International Scientific Report on AI safety is supported by 30 countries, including the US and China—highlighting rare cooperation amid their AI rivalry especially since DeepSeek's release.

Technology Trends and Industry Transformations

As 2025 unfolds, layoffs continue across key industries, with technology and clerical roles most affected by automation and economic restructuring. Companies like Amazon, Boeing, and Spirit Airlines have announced job cuts, reflecting broader challenges in the labor market.

While artificial intelligence displaces certain roles, it also transforms industries and creates new opportunities in tech and green energy sectors. Experts highlight the potential influence of the incoming U.S. administration on employment policies and corporate strategies, offering hope for stabilization amid ongoing challenges.

Google's Position in the AI Arena

As Google races to best Big Tech rivals including Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Meta in the AI arena, it is mindful of the heavy regulatory scrutiny it faces in its existing businesses in advertising and search. India is not among the 18 countries exempted from the US's new AI export control framework, unlike other Quad members.

This exclusion may be due to India's non-alignment with the Common High Priority List aimed at restricting Russia. India may need a bilateral agreement with the US to gain access to advanced AI technology.