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ear Readers,
Welcome to the AI Special Edition of MAGNAV.

A few years ago, artificial intelligence belonged to research laboratories and science fiction. Today, it is the invisible infrastructure of our daily lives, transforming how we work, learn, create, and communicate.

In this special issue, we look past the digital curtain to examine the profoundly physical reality of this technological revolution. From Janhavi Gusani’s investigation into the massive environmental cost, carbon footprint, and energy grids powering the code, to Michelle Clark’s profiles on the economic and infrastructure giants like Nvidia and OpenAI, we explore what it truly takes to sustain an AI-driven world.

We also sit down with the architects of this new age. Read our exclusive insights into Europe’s push for technological sovereignty with Mistral AI’s Arthur Mensch, the rise of practical vertical AI with EliseAI’s Minna Song, and the enterprise-first, secure approach championed by Cohere’s Aidan Gomez.

As AI transitions from a helpful tool to an autonomous partner, the real question is no longer just what machines can do for us, but what humanity is willing to stop doing for itself. We hope this edition helps you navigate that delicate boundary.

Thank you for being part of the MAGNAV community.

Warm Regards,

Paul Smith
Chief Editor, MAGNAV