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Asset management companies launch a new ETF focused on AI
What happened AI technology is developing quickly around the world. As a result, asset management companies are launching new exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to take advantage of the market’s excitement about AI. Morningstar data shows that in 2024, companies launched many new ETFs.…
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UMG’s partnership with KLAY raises questions over AI in music
What happened In the latest move toward integrating artificial intelligence into the music world, Universal Music Group (UMG) announced a partnership with a new AI company called KLAY. This partnership, described as “pioneering,” aims to establish an “ethical foundation” for…
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Bitcoin reaches $70K for the first time in months as election and earnings loom
What happened Bitcoin briefly surged past $70K as investors anticipated MicroStrategy‘s results and the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Coin Metrics reported a 3% price increase, reaching $69,925.00, with a peak of $70,207.02 on Monday around 6:00 p.m. Eastern, followed by…
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Broadband providers invest $94.7B to strengthen networks for AI-driven growth
What happened USTelecom reported that the US broadband industry invested $94.7B in communication infrastructure in 2023 for AI-driven growth. The investments were the second biggest in 22 years, trailing only 2022’s $102.4, and were more than 23% higher than the historic yearly…
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Almost human: How close are we to perfecting humanoid AI?
Explore the latest breakthroughs in humanoid AI and the companies leading the charge toward a future where machines think and feel like us!
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Top tech stories today: October 29, 2024
1. Asset managers launch new AI-focused ETFs New ETFs targeting AI industry gains are launching, aiming to capitalize on the growing interest in artificial intelligence technology. Business Standard 2. Mastercard expands express program for fintechs Mastercard enhances its…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Tribe Payments plans to boost support for banks and fintech in Singapore
What happened Tribe Payments is a leading digital payments and infrastructure coordination company. Today, the company announced the opening of a new office in Singapore. This officially expands its business into the Singapore market. Tribe Payments has already been serving…
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Nvidia dethrones Apple as world’s most valuable company
What happened In a stunning turn of events, Nvidia has officially surpassed Apple to become the world’s most valuable company, reaching a market valuation of $3.53 trillion on October 25, 2024. This surge follows an unprecedented demand for Nvidia’s specialized artificial…
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Alibaba agrees to pay $433.5M to settle security fraud class action
What happened Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. declared on Friday that it would pay $433.5 million to resolve a class action lawsuit alleging securities fraud in a federal court in Manhattan. The settlement resolves a case where Alibaba shareholders accused the company of misleading…
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Meta AI chatbot to use Reuters content in real time
What happened Meta is partnered with Reuters to use their news and events content to answer users’ question in real time. Both companies disclose to offer the financial detail of their partnership. Meta also disclose about whether they will use Reuters content to train their LLM.…
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Top tech stories today: October 28, 2024
1. Tribe Payments expands services in Singapore Tribe Payments launches in Singapore, aiming to bolster support for local banks and fintechs, enhancing payment solutions and regional partnerships. The Fintech Times 2. TSMC halts shipments to Chinese chip firm TSMC suspends chip…
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services Trends
Medtech Alimetry secures $18M to enhance wearable devices for gut diseases
What happened New Zealand medical technology company Alimetry secures $18 million in funding to advance the development of wearable devices for gastrointestinal diseases. This non-invasive device captures intestinal electrical activity through a flexible electrode array attached…
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UK regulators investigate Google’s collaboration with AI startup Anthropic
What happened The UK regulatory agency has launched a formal investigation into Google’s collaboration with Anthropic. Last year, Anthropic announced that it had received a $500M investment from Alphabet and was expected to secure an additional $1.5B in funding in the future.…
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AI interprets pig squeals for better farm welfare
What happened A group of European scientists has created a new AI algorithm that can understand pigs’ grunts and snorts. The algorithm can alert farmers to the negative emotions of pigs, thereby improving their welfare. Scientists analyzed thousands of pig sounds recorded in…
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SpaceX and ESA discuss solutions as space junk hits critical mass
What happened The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated discussions with SpaceX, aiming to include Elon Musk’s space enterprise in its Zero Debris Charter, a global initiative to curb space junk generation by 2030. With space debris becoming an increasingly urgent problem…
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Is IPv6 essential? APNIC’s chief scientist questions the shift
image source: APNIC blog What happened Amid the endless debate surrounding internet protocols, Geoff Huston, chief scientist at the Asia Pacific Network Information Centre (APNIC), suggests that IPv6—the internet protocol once deemed essential for growth—is perhaps no longer…
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Top tech stories today: October 25, 2024
APNIC launches training for telecom operators APNIC is set to provide networking training for telecom operators, aiming to improve infrastructure and operational efficiency. Mettis Global Is IPv6 still relevant in today’s internet? The ongoing debate about IPv6’s relevance in an…
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The Luke Arm: A new era in AI-driven prosthetics
OUR TAKEAs technology progresses, so too will the capabilities of the Luke Arm. Future iterations may incorporate even more advanced AI features, sensory feedback systems, and connectivity with smart devices. This promise of ongoing improvement ensures that users are not just…
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AFRINIC's election clock is now a test of registry trust
The 2024 SCJ 473 judgment restored AFRINIC's Official Receiver order and made the election timetable a member-verifiable legitimacy test.
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Nvidia’s CEO says the design flaw with the Blackwell GPU is now fixed
What happened NVIDIA‘s CEO Jensen Huang recently announced that they have completely fixed the design flaw affecting Blackwell GPU production. Previously, this design flaw affected the chip’s yield but did not impact its functionality. NVIDIA designed the Blackwell GPU as its…