The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has been closely tied to cloud computing capabilities, with most powerful AI models running remotely on vast data centers. However, a new paradigm is emerging, exemplified by Google’s latest innovation—the AI Edge Gallery app—which enables AI models to run locally on mobile devices without requiring an internet connection. This groundbreaking development signals a significant shift in how AI can be accessed and utilized, especially in...

In an increasingly digital global economy, cross-border payments serve as the backbone of international commerce. However, as these payments grow in volume and velocity, so do the risks associated with financial crime. Traditional anti-money laundering (AML) systems, long reliant on rule-based algorithms, are struggling to keep pace with the rapidly evolving tactics of sophisticated criminal networks. In response, the fusion of advanced cognitive AI technologies with global payment...

The artificial intelligence (AI) sector has emerged as one of the most transformative forces reshaping global technology, economic power, and strategic competition. With companies and governments investing unprecedented amounts in AI infrastructure, the balance between capital expenditure, revenue realization, and technological leverage has become a critical concern for investors, policymakers, and corporate leaders. Recent warnings from top executives at HSBC and General Atlantic underscore...