Latest AI Updates at a Glance – 28 May 2025

Stay informed with the latest AI developments as of May 28, 2025, including major investments, technological advancements, and emerging trends.

Retool Launches AI Agents to Replace Human Labor

Retool, an AI application platform, has introduced “Agents,” a new system designed to automate tasks traditionally performed by humans. These AI agents can handle customer service, internal operations, and even middle management roles. With features like hyperspecific task focus and a supervisory tool called “God View,” companies can monitor performance in real-time. The agents operate on a pay-by-the-hour basis, starting at $3, offering a cost-effective alternative to human workers. Business Insider+1Wikipedia+1

Saudi Arabia Invests Heavily in AI Infrastructure

Saudi Arabia’s state-owned AI company, Humain, backed by the $940 billion Public Investment Fund, aims to become a global leader in artificial intelligence. Plans include launching a $10 billion venture capital fund to invest in AI startups across the US, Europe, and Asia. Humain has already signed deals worth $23 billion with major tech companies like Nvidia, AMD, AWS, and Qualcomm. The goal is to process 7% of global AI model training and inferencing by 2030. Financial Times+1Wikipedia+1

TCS Integrates AI Agents with Human Workforce

Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced plans to integrate a large number of AI agents to work alongside its human workforce. This move aims to enhance productivity and operational efficiency by combining artificial intelligence with human expertise. The integration is part of TCS’s strategy to embrace advanced technologies and stay competitive in the evolving tech landscape. The Economic Times

Anthropic CEO Warns of AI Impact on Employment

Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, cautioned that AI could eliminate up to half of all entry-level white-collar jobs, potentially causing U.S. unemployment to surge to 20% within the next five years. He emphasized the need for transparency from executives and policymakers about the impending disruption in sectors like tech, finance, and law. Amodei’s comments highlight the significant impact AI advancements could have on the job market. New York Post

Salesforce Acquires Informatica for $8 Billion

Salesforce has announced an $8 billion acquisition of Informatica, a cloud data management firm. The acquisition aims to bolster Salesforce’s entry into the AI sector by integrating Informatica’s tools to create a unified architecture for agentic AI, enabling autonomous decision-making and task performance. This move is expected to enhance Salesforce’s presence in the $150 billion data enterprise market. The Verge+2The Times+2Wikipedia+2

India Unveils AI-Enabled Light Tank ‘Zorawar’

India is set to unveil its first indigenously developed AI-enabled light tank, named Zorawar, from Larsen & Toubro’s manufacturing facility in Gujarat. The development marks a significant milestone in the country’s defense capabilities, incorporating advanced AI technology into its armored vehicle systems. The light tank is expected to enhance the operational agility and strategic deployment of the Indian armed forces. The Times of India