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XR through the years: From the nausea-inducing Virtual Boy, to Apple’s era-defining Vision Pro
From Nintendo’s awkward Virtual Boy to Apple’s truly immersive Vision Pro, here’s a look at how XR technology has morphed over the years, bringing us closer to a Metaverse existence.
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Microsoft develops two custom silicon chips to improve AI competitiveness
Microsoft has developed its own customized artificial intelligence chips, the Azure Maia AI Accelerator, and the Azure Cobalt CPU.
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5 top tech stories this week: November 16, 2023
OpenAI has made some big moves this week, not only hoping to bridge gaps in AI training but also launching the GPT Store for personal AI chatbots without coding. We have a bunch of other great tech stories too. Here’s our rundown of the top stories this week.
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World’s largest bank hit by LockBit ransomware gang linked to Boeing, Ion attacks
ICBC, the world’s largest bank, suffers a LockBit ransomware attack exploiting ‘CitrixBleed’, signaling rising cyber threats to global finance and highlighting the need for robust cybersecurity.
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OpenAI launches GPT Store for personal AI chatbots without coding
OpenAI has introduced custom chatbots called GPTs, which allow users to create their own version of ChatGPT for specific purposes without coding.
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Amazon’s Olympus AI model to have twice the power of ChatGPT, release date still unknown
Amazon’s new AI product “Olympus” will have twice the parameters of Chat GPT4, but further details are so far being kept tightly hidden.
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HBO boss Casey Bloys admits fake X accounts ‘stupid idea’
The HBO chief’s “dumb idea” involved instructing some employees to create fake X accounts (known as “Twitter” that time) to engage with TV critics who had penned unfavourable reviews of HBO programs, such as “Perry Mason” and “The Nevers.”
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Pixel 8’s photo editor pushes image manipulation to a new level
Google’s latest mobile device offerings, the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, take AI photo editing to a whole new level that it is sparking debates about the very essence of reality that our screens present. Edited photos that are indistinguishable from reality Picture this: you’re in…
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OpenAI quietly updates its ‘core values’ to emphasize AGI development
OpenAI has silently revised its list of “core values” on its website to place a stronger emphasis on Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI has described AGI as “the equivalent of a median human that you could hire as a co-worker.” OpenAI’s career…
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DOJ Case vs. Apple, Google Comes with Billions at Stake
Image credit: Fanjianhua via Freepik In a high-stakes game of dollars and dominance, the future of Google’s cozy arrangement with Apple hangs in the balance. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has its antitrust crosshairs on Google, challenging the tech giant’s payments to…
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AI Abuse? Disney Dodges Criticism Over “Loki” Poster
Disney’s promotional poster for the second season of the Marvel series Loki caused controversy in the design community. Fans pointed out that the clock image in the background of the poster appears to have been made using generative artificial intelligence. Illustrator Katria…
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Bitcoin Miners Post Record-High Numbers in September
Image credit: Jcomp via Freepik Bitcoin miners Marathon Digital, Riot Platforms, CleanSpark, and Bitfarms saw never-before-seen numbers last month. The September surge saw some miners more than double their production. Marathon Digital Shatters Records Bitcoin mining firm…
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Walter Isaacson’s Elon Musk Biography Under Scrutiny: Separating Fact from Fiction
Questions Surrounding the Accuracy of Isaacson’s Latest Work on Elon Musk Walter Isaacson’s highly-anticipated biography of Elon Musk, a comprehensive exploration of the life and mind of one of the world’s most enigmatic figures, is raising concerns about the authenticity of the…
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Deep Fake of Mr Beast Selling iPhones for $2 Goes Viral on Tiktok
Image credit: MrBeast via Instagram YouTube sensation MrBeast, also known as Jimmy Donaldson, has issued a stark warning about the proliferation of deepfake scams on social media platforms. In a tweet, MrBeast exposed a recent deepfake video on TikTok that featured his likeness…
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Humane Shows Off Stylish ‘Ai Pin’ Wearable at Paris Fashion Week
Image credit: Humane Official Site The Paris Fashion Week saw a unique product from Humane, a startup founded by ex-Apple executives. The ‘Ai Pin’ wearable, set to be fully revealed on November 9, combines projectors, cameras, and advanced AI technology. Supermodel Naomi Campbell…
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Samples from America’s First Asteroid Sampling Mission Return to Earth
Samples collected from the asteroid Bennu by Osiris-REX, the first U.S. asteroid sampling probe, were successfully returned to Earth on the 24th. This marks the United States’ first asteroid sample return mission, delivering rocks, dust, and other samples that will aid scientists…
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The Sudanese Pound Continues to Fall to Record Lows
According to reports from Sudan on the 24th, the domestic currency, the Sudanese pound, is continuously devaluing against foreign currencies, reaching historic lows. In Khartoum, the capital, one dollar is now worth 880 Sudanese pounds on the local currency exchange market. Just…
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PancakeSwap Teams Up with Transak to Enhance Multichain Accessibility
Image credit: PancakeSwap PancakeSwap, a leading decentralized exchange (DEX), has announced its partnership with Transak, a global cryptocurrency onramp platform. This could enhance process of purchasing cryptocurrencies directly on the PancakeSwap platform. More Payment Options…
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Donald Trump Jr.’s X account was hacked, spokesperson confirms
The Twitter account of Donald Trump Jr., the son of former US President Donald Trump Jr., was allegedly hacked, with a series of offensive posts, including one claiming that his father Donald Trump had passed away. False Posts on the Account “I’m sad to announce, my father Donald…
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Shortwave’s AI-Powered Email Assistant Is Like ChatGPT but for Your Inbox
Image credit: Shortwave Shortwave, the email client developed by former Google employees, takes a smart leap forward by introducing its AI-powered assistant. It’s designed to transform the way users interact with their email inboxes.Shortwave’s new virtual assistant, reminiscent…