Daily AI Roundup: Biggest Machine Learning, Robotic And Automation Updates 20 August

Silverback United, announced the acquisition of UK based Headstart AI, Inc. in an all-stock transaction. The acquisition will be immediately accretive and will accelerate its strategy for the assetization of data on a global basis. Spear Point Advisors, LLC ("Spear Point") served as Silverback's exclusive financial advisor for the transaction. IonQ an industry leader in quantum computing,announced a collaboration with Airbus to explore the potential application and benefits of quantum computing for aerospace services and passenger experiences. The Quantum Aircraft Loading Optimization & Quantum Machine Learning project will be a 12-month project that culminates in the development of a prototype aircraft-loading quantum application, hands-on collaboration and coaching sessions for Airbus developers and engineers, and an exploration of future integrations of quantum computers for Airbus and its customers.