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    Top tech news stories today: September 17, 2024

    By James DurstonSeptember 17, 2024No Comments3 Mins Read
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    Apple AirPods 4 review: noise-canceling is game-changer

    Apple’s latest AirPods offer significantly improved noise-canceling, making them a strong upgrade over previous models for audiophiles and travelers alike. Enhanced battery life and sound quality are other key features.

    CNET

    Slack transforms into AI hub, raises questions

    Slack is evolving into a hub for AI-powered agents, allowing more integrated workflows. However, this shift brings concerns about over-reliance on AI tools and their potential workplace impact.

    TechCrunch

    Google’s AI satellite to detect wildfires faster

    Google has backed a new satellite project using AI to detect wildfires in near-real time. The initiative could improve disaster response and potentially save lives and property worldwide.

    MIT Technology Review

    iOS 18 review: customization and AI at core

    iOS 18 offers users enhanced customization options alongside Apple’s growing use of AI, from improved Siri functionality to on-device intelligence that anticipates user needs and automates tasks.

    The Verge

    When does Amazon Prime Day October 2024 begin?

    Amazon’s next Prime Day event is set to start on October 10, 2024, offering deals across all categories. Shoppers can prepare for major discounts on tech, home goods, and more.

    Mashable

    Elon Musk involved in assassination threat investigation

    Elon Musk has been named in an investigation into threats against President Biden and former President Trump. The probe follows a Twitter threat that implicated Musk’s platform in the rhetoric.

    CNN

    Quantum computers still far from revolutionary impact

    Despite excitement around quantum computing, its practical applications remain limited. Experts argue that while quantum technology is advancing, a true breakthrough is likely years away.

    The Register

    Google’s AI sloppy results alarm search critics

    Google’s AI search results for famous art, such as “Starry Night,” have sparked concerns about accuracy and quality, as AI-generated summaries fail to meet expected standards for reliable information.

    404 Media

    iOS 18 launches: why you should update now

    iOS 18 is now available, bringing new AI features, customization options, and significant privacy enhancements. Users are encouraged to update to benefit from these latest upgrades.

    TechRadar

    Estonia’s deeptech startups thriving in science breeding

    Estonia is seeing a boom in deeptech startups focused on biotech, AI, and quantum computing. The country’s focus on science and innovation has fostered a fertile ecosystem for tech entrepreneurs.

    The Next Web

    Are AI machines capable of consciousness?

    The debate over AI consciousness is gaining momentum, with neuroscientists and philosophers weighing in. While machines simulate thought processes, many experts argue they are far from true self-awareness.

    Vox

    Trump’s involvement with crypto sparks controversy

    Trump’s links to World Liberty Financial, a cryptocurrency-based project, have raised concerns over its regulatory risks and possible connections to decentralized finance and crypto speculation.

    Wired

    AI-powered wildfire detection satellites get Google’s backing

    Google is funding an AI-powered satellite system designed to identify wildfires more quickly, improving response time and helping to prevent widespread damage. The technology aims to monitor global fire risks.

    BBC

    US Congress faces AI’s growing political influence

    US Congress is grappling with AI’s influence on political processes, as concerns mount over AI’s potential to shape public opinion, misinform voters, and disrupt democratic systems.

    BBC

    James Durston

    James Durston is the Editor-in-Chief for Blue Tech Wave, and a former editor and journalist for some of the world's biggest international media organisations.

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