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IBM: AI delays software deals; UK invests in fighter jets; OpenAI criticized for Hugging Face actions

IBM maintains that AI has not eliminated software deals but rather caused customers to postpone purchases, as hardware investments consumed enterprise budgets. Separately, the UK has allocated £708 million towards its future fighter jet program, including funding for a hypersonic target contract and BAE Systems' "loyal wingman" drone. OpenAI's recent actions against Hugging Face have been criticized as a self-inflicted setback, highlighting the growing strength of open Chinese models. AI

IMPACT IBM's perspective suggests a shift in enterprise AI adoption strategies, while criticism of OpenAI's actions highlights competitive dynamics in the open-source AI landscape.

RANK_REASON The cluster aggregates multiple news items on diverse topics including business strategy, defense spending, and AI model criticism, rather than a single primary event.

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IBM: AI delays software deals; UK invests in fighter jets; OpenAI criticized for Hugging Face actions

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