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Asia-Pacific
iPhone shipments rebound thanks to AI and discounts
OUE TAKEApple’s iPhone sales rebounded slightly in the June quarter, with 45.2 million units shipped, up 1.5% year-on-year despite a slight decline in market…
Market
SoftBank acquires Graphcore, boosting UK AI chipmaker’s future
Japan’s SoftBank Group has acquired UK-based AI chipmaker Graphcore, providing the resources needed for competitive growth in the AI sector.
Cloud Service
Equinix considers to sell minority stake in Hong Kong assets
OUR TAKE Founded in Silicon Valley in 1998, Equinix has expanded globally and now has about 260 data centres worldwide, including nine markets in the Asia Pa…
Institutional
What is metaverse? Future of digital world
Metaverse as a new concept in the era of artificial intelligence is rapidly attracting people’s attention and imagination. It is not a fictional concept in s…
People
AI immortalizes Michaels: NBC’s Olympic recap magic
NBC unveiled an AI-powered method for this summer’s Olympics: recreating Al Michaels’ voice for daily recaps.
Leaders
AMD snags Silo AI for $665M in a leap forward in the AI arena
July 10, 2024, chip giant AMD announced it will spend around $665 million to acquire Finnish artificial intelligence startup Silo AI. AMD’s shares jumped mor…
Companies
Social media erupts with conspiracies after attempted Trump rally shooting
OUR TAKEThe shooting at Trump’s rally highlights the powerful role of social media in spreading misinformation. X’s algorithms shows the need for better cont…
Companies
3 top tech stories this week: July 12, 2024
From bionic robots to “China-spoiled”, we have a bunch of great tech stories to tell you about this week. Here’s our rundown. Would you pay $280,000 for a ro…
Companies
Samsung pioneers smart ring market with Galaxy Ring release
Samsung introduced the Galaxy Ring, aiming to expand the smart ring market with health-tracking features and AI integration.
Market
SoftBank of Japan acquires British AI chipmaker Graphcore
British AI chip firm Graphcore, once valued at $2.58 billion, has been acquired by SoftBank for a reported $500 million.
Academics
AmorePacific’s AI beauty lab shows cosmetic customisation
AmorePacific, a South Korean cosmetics giant, introduced its lab equipped with AI technology, predicting an upward trend in its sales.
Cloud Service
What is voice recognition system and where it applies?
As a cutting-edge technology, voice recognition system is constantly changing the way we live and work. It shows great potential and value in intelligent ass…
Market
Intel leads funding in Israeli AI construction startup Buildots
Buildots secures $15 million from Intel Capital to expand its AI software aimed at reducing construction delays by up to 50% and improving cost efficiencies.
Companies
Hedge funds pour into South Korea for next wave in AI
Hedge funds are pouring into South Korea’s semiconductor sector, seeing them as undervalued in the expanding AI technology market.
Companies
Alibaba embraces gen AI tools for global commerce expansion
Aibaba’s international e-commerce unit is utilizing generative AI tools for translation, content creation, and product returns.
Companies
Voice recognition: Important part of AI
AI is a science that studies how computers can mimic human intelligence, and voice recognition, as an important part of it, has been widely used in many fiel…
Leaders
58% of manufacturers increase AI spending, lower than expected
Manufacturers are approaching generative AI initiatives more cautiously than anticipated, with 58% planning to increase AI spending in 2024.
Academics
Samsung launches AI-enhanced products amid employee strike
Samsung introduces new products with strengthened features and AI functions, enhancing its role in the tech industry
Companies
AI outperforms students in exams, raising integrity concerns
According to a study by the University of Reading, AI-generated exam answers often outperform real student submissions.
Companies
Hedge funds bet on South Korean chipmakers for AI
Hedge funds are shifting their focus on the South Korean market, viewing them as the next sound investment.