AI & Tech Briefing｜2026-09-17 (UTC)
① Amazon talks AI safety
According to Reuters, Amazon called on AI labs to rigorously test models and make sure they are safe before release, but did not call for the whole industry to slow down.
② AI data centers keep expanding capacity
GlobalFoundries and Marvell are expanding their partnership to boost semiconductor production capacity for high-speed optical connections in data centers. Beyond computing power, data transmission is also a key part of infrastructure investment.
③ A new robotaxi plan for Europe
Lucid and Bolt announced a partnership, with plans to deploy 25,000 robotaxis in Europe and jointly develop a vehicle platform for SAE L4 autonomy. Note: this is a deployment plan, not the number already on the road.
④ Industry event: bringing AI into professional workflows
Thomson Reuters’ website lists the “2026 Future of AI & Technology Forum” for September 17 in Chicago, focusing on workflows, governance and talent in legal and professional services. This is an event schedule, not a report on its outcomes.
🎧 Includes an AI-generated audio briefing in Chinese.
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Sources:
Reuters technology news (September 17):
www.reuters.com/technology
Lucid / Bolt report:
www.reuters.com/technology/luc…
Forum website:
www.thomsonreuters.com/en/inst…
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