In this article, we discuss 12 AI updates worth taking a look at.
AI’s Expanding Role in Carbon Up-Valuing and Biopharma Development
In a Bloomberg interview, SandboxAQ CEO Jack Hidary started discussing the company’s partnership with Saudi Aramco, which focuses on using AI to convert carbon emissions into valuable products. Unlike language models trained on internet data, SandboxAQ develops large quantitative models (LQMs) that specialize in chemistry and physics, making them suitable for industries such as petrochemicals and pharmaceuticals.
Hidary explained that Aramco, as one of the world’s most valuable companies, can improve its market value not just by increasing production but by converting carbon emissions into high-value materials. For example, AI-driven chemical processes can transform carbon into composites used in the automotive industry to make vehicles lighter and more efficient. The shift from traditional carbon capture and storage to carbon capture and up-valuing represents a new approach to sustainability, turning emissions into useful resources rather than simply storing them underground.
Moreover, Hidary emphasized AI’s broader economic impact, predicting that AI-driven innovations will contribute to deflationary trends by lowering costs in sectors like energy storage, housing, agriculture, and manufacturing. He noted that while inflation is a short-term concern, AI’s influence on business-to-business applications will significantly drive down costs over the next several years.
Hidary also discussed future expansion as SandboxAQ sees strong potential in the Gulf region, where governments are actively embracing AI across different sectors. Hidary pointed out that countries like Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Bahrain possess valuable genomic and medical data, which could enable them to develop their own biopharma assets rather than relying on imported medicines and diagnostics. By using AI-powered LQMs, these nations could create homegrown pharmaceutical innovations to address regional health concerns and contribute to the global biotech industry.
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12 AI Updates Worth Taking a Look At
12. Huize Holding Limited (NASDAQ:HUIZ)
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Huize Holding Limited (NASDAQ:HUIZ) is a Chinese company that operates an online insurance platform offering life, health, property, and casualty insurance, along with brokerage and digital services.
On February 21, Huize announced that it integrated DeepSeek AI into its Huize App, making it the first in the insurance sector to embed AI deeply into consumer-facing services. The integration enables real-time AI-driven insurance consultations and personalized recommendations, which improve efficiency by 300% and achieve a 91% accuracy rate in product matching. The platform is available 24/7 and offers instant responses and a customizable virtual advisor, simplifying the insurance process. CEO Cunjun Ma highlighted AI’s role in bridging the gap between complex insurance products and consumer needs. The initiative aligns with Huize’s “AI+” strategy, which has also introduced AI tools for marketing and business development, with plans to expand similar technologies internationally.
11. Cloudastructure Inc. (NASDAQ:CSAI)
Number of Hedge Fund Holders: N/A
Cloudastructure Inc. (NASDAQ:CSAI) provides cloud-based AI surveillance, remote monitoring, and smart parking solutions in the United States.
On February 21, Cloudastructure (NASDAQ:CSAI) launched Alpha, a mobile surveillance trailer combining AI-driven video monitoring with remote guarding. It features AI analytics, cloud storage, and real-time crime deterrence. Alpha is equipped with multiple cameras, LED lighting, and a 27-foot mast with a speaker and it ensures continuous security through solar power, batteries, and a backup generator. It supports live monitoring, virtual patrols, and detailed reporting, with a 97% deterrence rate against threats. It is designed for different locations, including construction sites and disaster zones, and it improves security with real-time threat detection and response.
