<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="true">Databricks aims to lead AI agents, introducing Lakebase database, focusing on democratizing data analytics for all users.Google Cloud faced disruptions, cause unknown, impacting internet services on Thursday.Meta strives for AI dominance, acquiring Scale AI, launching J-VEPA 2, and preparing for a superintelligence lab.Chime IPO successful, raising $700 million, while Oracle and Adobe report solid earnings, GitLab disappoints.Cisco unveils AI-friendly networking products, as AWS emphasizes cloud infrastructure investments for AI at their summits.Apple criticized for delays in AI integration, cybersecurity startups raise significant funding, and new AI models and services emerge.Several funding rounds for AI and tech companies, as well as cybersecurity investments, highlighted in the tech industry.Disruptions include Google Cloud identity failure causing internet disruptions, while AMD and HP introduce new products.Various companies raise significant amounts in funding, acquisitions occur, and companies like Uber and Stripe make strategic moves.Noteworthy tech figures switching roles, including executives from Google, Alteryx, Genesys, and Upwind.The tech landscape sees advancements in quantum, AR, and robotics, with events like Waymo suspending operations due to vehicle damage in protests.