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• Micron Technology, Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC), and Broadcom are identified as three breakout AI stocks disrupting the industry beyond the "Magnificent Seven." • These companies have achieved significant technological breakthroughs that have helped shape the current AI landscape.

• Singapore has launched a comprehensive master plan integrating artificial intelligence, quantum technology, and advanced cybersecurity to modernize its business, healthcare, and governance sectors. • The initiative builds upon Singapore's position as the first country in Southeast Asia to implement a national AI strategy, aiming to secure customer data and personal privacy.

• Senior Minister of State Tan Kiat How announced new initiatives to accelerate AI adoption and enterprise digitalization across Singapore. • The government is establishing partnerships to provide small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with practical AI tools and enhanced cybersecurity resilience.

• Lam Research CEO Tim Archer announced plans to expand the company's operational footprint in Arizona and California. • The expansion focuses on the "AI transformation" of semiconductor equipment to meet the evolving demands of chip manufacturing.

• LTM has issued an offer to acquire Randstad's Technology and Consulting Services business across France, Germany, Belgium, Luxembourg, and Australia. • The acquisition targets a business segment representing over $500 million (€469M) in annual revenue.

• European AI stocks are experiencing a rally, showing resilience despite broader market pressure caused by the ongoing conflict involving Iran. • A specific basket of stocks linked to AI infrastructure development has seen a significant increase of approximately 22%.

• Nvidia reported a significant revenue surge of 85%, beating market expectations driven by the ongoing artificial intelligence boom. • Despite the strong financial performance, the company's shares slipped in late trading as investors expressed caution.

• Nvidia reported first-quarter earnings that exceeded Wall Street expectations, with quarterly revenue surging 85% year-over-year to $81.6 billion. • Despite the explosive growth, analysts and investors are questioning whether infrastructure bottlenecks will eventually limit the pace of AI chip demand.

• Nvidia reported a record-breaking profit of $58.3 billion, driven by the ongoing global surge in demand for AI chips. • To reward shareholders, the company announced a dividend increase and a massive $80 billion stock buyback program.

• VynZ Research reports that the global AI in cybersecurity market was valued at USD 29.61 billion in 2025 and is projected to grow to USD 35.97 billion by 2026. • The growth is driven by the increasing integration of artificial intelligence to combat sophisticated cyber threats and automate threat detection.

• Forbes China released its "2026 AI TOP 50" list on May 17, highlighting the companies driving a global productivity revolution through artificial intelligence. • Minto Technology was recognized for its WorkBrain large model and product matrix, which currently serves over 6,000 enterprise and government clients across Australia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.