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France has just rolled out a national programme called “Dare AI” (Osez l’IA), unveiled on 1 July 2025 by Clara Chappaz, the junior minister for AI and Digital Affairs. The goal is simple and bold: make artificial intelligence a day-to-day tool for every French company by 2030, no matter its size or sector.

Why the push? Today only 13 % of SMEs and 8 % of micro-firms use AI, even though studies show it can boost productivity by 20 % and growth by 16 % over ten years. The government wants to flip those numbers so that 100 % of large firms, 80 % of SMEs/ETIs and 50 % of very small businesses adopt AI by the end of the decade.

To get there, the plan leans on three easy-to-grasp pillars:

• Inspire: a network of 300 AI ambassadors (from entrepreneurs to local champions) will tour the country, sharing real-world success stories and offering first-step guidance

• Teach: an online AI Academy, launching late 2025, will offer bite-sized tutorials and hands-on modules with the aim of training 15 million people by 2030

• Support: practical help such as 5 000 co-funded “Data/AI diagnostics”, a catalogue of ready-made AI solutions, and state-backed loans so smaller firms can try, test and scale AI projects with less risk.

Here’s the rest of the news about AI today:

• Capital One developed an agentic AI system inspired by its organizational structure to boost auto sales, leading to a 55% improvement.

• Alibaba is launching a $1 million contest for European SMEs, providing a platform for innovative products

• Amazon has deployed its one millionth robot in its warehouses and introduced a new generative AI model, DeepFleet

Top AI news

1. France's Ambitious AI Integration Plan by 2030
The 'Osez l'IA' plan, presented by Clara Chappaz, aims to democratize AI across French businesses by 2030. It targets 100% integration in large companies, 80% in SMEs/ETIs, and 50% in TPEs. The plan includes awareness campaigns, an AI Academy, and financial support to facilitate this transformation. Read online 🕶️

2. xAI Raises $10B in Debt & Equity
Elon Musk’s xAI has secured $10 billion (split evenly between secured debt and strategic equity) according to Morgan Stanley. The fresh capital will fund a massive GPU data-center build-out and accelerate its Grok AI platform against rivals like OpenAI. Read online 🕶️

3. Alibaba's $1 Million Contest for European SMEs
Alibaba is launching a $1 million contest for European SMEs, providing a platform for innovative products. Participants can pitch their ideas in London or Las Vegas, with winners receiving financial support, mentorship, and access to Alibaba's global supply chain. The contest aims to accelerate the transition from idea to commercialization. Read online 🕶️

4. Amazon Deploys One Millionth Robot, Launches AI Model
Amazon has deployed its one millionth robot in its warehouses and introduced a new generative AI model, DeepFleet, to enhance operational efficiency by optimizing robot routes. Read online 🕶️

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