• Top249
  • Posts
  • Stargate Norway | Apple AI engine | SAP deal | Galaxy Fold 7

Stargate Norway | Apple AI engine | SAP deal | Galaxy Fold 7

Learn more, scroll less. Curated AI/Tech/Business news and articles.

August 04, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes

Welcome to the latest edition of Top249 🤩 

We're here to keep you updated on AI, tech, and business news and articles, so you can save time and focus on learning and growth.

Let's get started! 😎 

Important: If you're reading this in the Promotions tab, please drag it to your Inbox and click ‘Yes’ when your email provider asks to do it for future emails.

  • OpenAI is launching a major AI data center in Narvik, Norway, in partnership with Nscale and Aker, aimed at providing sovereign compute infrastructure in Europe.

  • The facility will start with 230 megawatts of power and host up to 100,000 NVIDIA GPUs by the end of 2026, running entirely on renewable energy.

  • It supports OpenAI’s broader strategy to localize and democratize AI access across Europe, benefiting public institutions, startups, and research bodies.

  • Apple is reportedly developing its own AI-powered "answer engine" to compete with services like ChatGPT and Google Search.

  • The initiative is led by a new internal team and could be integrated into Siri, Safari, or even a standalone AI product.

  • This move aligns with Apple's strategy to build more in-house AI capabilities and reduce dependency on third-party large language models.

  • SAP is acquiring SmartRecruiters, a talent acquisition platform, to enhance its SuccessFactors HR suite.

  • The deal reflects SAP’s growing push into AI-enhanced hiring and recruitment workflows for enterprise customers.

  • SmartRecruiters’ features will help SAP compete more effectively with Oracle and Workday in the enterprise HR space.

  • Early sales data suggests Samsung’s new Galaxy Fold and Flip 7 devices are performing well, especially in South Korea and parts of Asia.

  • Reviewers highlight improvements in durability, battery life, and app optimization for foldable screens.

  • Despite high prices, the Fold and Flip 7 are appealing to tech enthusiasts

  • looking for premium innovation in smartphones.If you find Top249 useful, consider sharing this with your friends or colleagues.

If you find Top249 useful, consider sharing this with your friends or colleagues.

Till next time.