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Nvidia develops new AI chip for China amid US export control

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Nvidia develops new AI chip for China amid US export control

Nvidia is developing a version of its new AI chip tailored for the Chinese market, in response to tightened US export controls.

Jul 23, 2024
Google reverses decision to phase out third-party cookies

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Google reverses decision to phase out third-party cookies

Google reversed its pledge to phase out third-party cookies in Chrome, instead introducing a new experience.

Jul 23, 2024
Tesla to launch humanoid robots for internal use in 2025

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Tesla to launch humanoid robots for internal use in 2025

OUR TAKE Tesla unveiled the first generation of the Optimus Prime humanoid robot, known as Bumblebee, in September 2022. On January 17, Musk posted a video of the second-generation Optimus Prime humanoid robot folding a shirt by itself at the company’s factory. Humanoid robots…

Jul 23, 2024
Wiz rejects $23B offer from Alphabet, stays independent

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Wiz rejects $23B offer from Alphabet, stays independent

OUR TAKEWiz turning down $23 billion from Google’s momma? That’s like saying no to a golden ticket to the candy store. But hey, Assaf Rappaport and his crew are no strangers to success. Remember Adallom? They cashed out big with Microsoft. Now, with Wiz, they’re betting on…

Jul 23, 2024
Argentina regulates $85B crypto market amid laundering concerns

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Argentina regulates $85B crypto market amid laundering concerns

OUR TAKEArgentina’s crypto market is as hot as a barbecue stand right now, and the government can’t just sit back any longer. With last year’s $85.4 billion trading volume catching global attention, the issues behind it are equally significant—money laundering and financial…

Jul 23, 2024
Top tech news stories today: July 23, 2024

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Top tech news stories today: July 23, 2024

Fintech 1. Hong Kong to launch Asia’s first inverse Bitcoin ETF CSOP’s new inverse Bitcoin ETF aims to profit from BTC price declines following their successful 2022 launch of the firm’s Bitcoin Futures ETF. (Cointelegraph) IT infrastructure 2. Google scraps plan to remove…

Jul 23, 2024
Nigeria imposes $220 million fine on Meta for data and privacy violations

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Nigeria imposes $220 million fine on Meta for data and privacy violations

OUR TAKEThe penalty will significantly damage Meta’s reputation. To recover, Meta should not only address the immediate issues but also strategically enhance its global data protection and compliance management, ensuring more stable and compliant business operations in the…

Jul 23, 2024
Google Pixel’s new series set to launch

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Google Pixel’s new series set to launch

OUR TAKEGoogle’s Pixel devices have increasingly asserted their dominance, emerging as the top Android brand in Japan and making notable inroads in North America and Australia. The upcoming Pixel 9 series exemplifies this progress with its advanced hardware and photography…

Jul 22, 2024
Mind-reading helmets are now a thing – should we be scared?

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Mind-reading helmets are now a thing – should we be scared?

OUR TAKE In the X-Men series, Professor Charles’ ability to read minds is often the key to the main characters’ fight and survival. He reads other people’s minds to gain important intelligence on the battlefield, including enemy plans and intentions, which allows the X-Men to…

Jul 22, 2024
Eve unveils ‘flying taxi’ prototype with funding coverage until 2027

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Eve unveils ‘flying taxi’ prototype with funding coverage until 2027

Eve has unveiled its full-scale “flying taxi” prototype, an electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft set to reshape urban travel. Eve has secured substantial investments and loans, guaranteeing its financial stability and progression towards certification for the eVTOL…

Jul 22, 2024
Oracle settles $115M privacy lawsuit over data collection

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Oracle settles $115M privacy lawsuit over data collection

Oracle has agreed to a $115 million settlement over allegations it illegally collected and sold personal data, creating unauthorized “digital dossiers” on millions of people.

Jul 22, 2024
MUFG executives face pay cuts due to ‘firewall’ breaches

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MUFG executives face pay cuts due to ‘firewall’ breaches

MUFG cuts CEO and executives’ pay after “firewall” breaches, with CEO’s salary reduced by 30% for several months.

Jul 22, 2024
Google is trying to steal the Ray-Ban partnership from Meta

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Google is trying to steal the Ray-Ban partnership from Meta

OUR TAKEGoogle has made a strategic move by entering into talks with EssilorLuxottica to integrate its Gemini AI assistant into upcoming smart glasses, potentially challenging Meta’s established partnership. Meanwhile, Meta is finalising plans to acquire a 5% stake in…

Jul 22, 2024
What is DataRobot: Revolutionising machine learning and AI

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What is DataRobot: Revolutionising machine learning and AI

DataRobot is a game-changer in machine learning and AI, offering a robust platform that automates and simplifies the entire ML lifecycle.

Jul 22, 2024
Oracle settles $115M privacy lawsuit, vows to limit data collection

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Oracle settles $115M privacy lawsuit, vows to limit data collection

OUR TAKEOracle coughing up $115 million for allegedly violating privacy? That’s a hefty price tag for collecting and selling our digital breadcrumbs without permission. It’s like they were compiling a detailed dossier on our lives, from what we eat to how we shop. And then they…

Jul 22, 2024
Renault CEO calls for a flexible European EV transition timeline

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Renault CEO calls for a flexible European EV transition timeline

Renault CEO Luca De Meo expressed the need for flexibility in the EV transition timeline due to cost challenges, emphasising that abandoning the objective amid market slowdown would be a strategic error.

Jul 22, 2024
AI boom propels TSMC to trillion-dollar club, now 8th globally in market value

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AI boom propels TSMC to trillion-dollar club, now 8th globally in market value

OUR TAKEAI is revolutionising the chip industry, with TSMC leading the charge. NVIDIA’s H100 GPU sets the standard in data centres, pushing design boundaries and enhancing devices with NPUs. Key players like NVIDIA, AMD, Qualcomm, Apple, and Intel are driving significant…

Jul 22, 2024
Tencent unveils Xingmai 2.0: Advancing AI training amid US restrictions

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Tencent unveils Xingmai 2.0: Advancing AI training amid US restrictions

OUR TAKEThe rapid growth of the AI industry has created data demands that traditional networks can’t support. Tencent’s Xingmai network addresses this with high bandwidth and zero packet loss, enhancing training efficiency. The launch of Xingmai 2.0 amidst US restrictions…

Jul 22, 2024
Google’s next big reveal: Pixel 9, Gemini, and more this august

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Google’s next big reveal: Pixel 9, Gemini, and more this august

OUR TAKEGoogle will be showcasing its highly anticipated Pixel 9 series, which will feature Gemini’s latest AI technology, at an event on 13 August. With new devices such as the Pixel 9 Pro and Pixel 9 Fold, as well as the launch of Android 15 updates and the smart home category…

Jul 22, 2024
Spain arrests pro-Russian hackers in major cybercrime operation

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Spain arrests pro-Russian hackers in major cybercrime operation

OUR TAKESpanish police have arrested three pro-Russian hackers involved in cyberattacks against NATO countries supporting Ukraine. The arrests, made in Manacor, Huelva, and Seville, underscore the ongoing cyber threat from groups retaliating against anti-Russian actions amidst…

Jul 22, 2024