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Elon Musk denies xAI funding speculation, says not seeking capital
Elon Musk denies funding rumors for xAI, stating they have no plans to raise capital and are not actively seeking external investment.

Cloud Service
Icon of the Seas: World’s largest cruise ship raises methane concerns
The world’s largest cruise ship Icon of the Seas embarked on its highly anticipated maiden voyage from Miami, Florida. The 365m-long (1,197 ft) monster can house a maximum of 7,600 people across its 20 decks. While the vessel’s impressive features and luxurious amenities attract…

Cloud Service
Google’s Lumiere redefines realism in AI video generation
Lumiere redefines AI video generation, showcasing superior performance and challenging existing generators.

Cloud Service
New U.S. regulations on Cloud Enterprises: Know your customer
The Biden administration is introducing regulations for cloud enterprises, emphasizing the necessity for vigilance in cloud security.

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This time it’s Taylor Swift’s bad luck
Elon Musk will have to work overtime again, and I’m afraid social media platforms are going to get noisy over celebrity privacy again. When will artificial intelligence technology infringement stop? Since the emergence of “AI face changing” technology, “face changing” events have…

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Genuinely cute or digitally fake? How these ’emotional’ Korean AI idols sparked a robo vs human debate
AI idols, like SUPERKIND’s Seung, challenge preconceptions by engaging in “cyber gossip,” blurring lines between virtual and real. The surprising popularity of AI idols in South Korea has prompted debate on societal norms, particularly in the context of celebrity relationships.…

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Amazon plans two AWS data centres for $10 billion in Mississippi
AWS is set to make a historic $10 billion investment in Mississippi.

Cloud Service
OpenAI cures GPT-4 ‘laziness’ with new updates
OpenAI addresses GPT-4’s issues with updates, new models, improved performance, and lower costs for users.

Cloud Service
OpenAI’s Altman to meet chipmakers Samsung
OpenAI CEO to visit South Korea, explore chip partnerships with Samsung and SK Hynix. Discussions on AI and semiconductor collaboration.

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Tesla is set to construct a new $25,000 EV model by mid-2025
Tesla plans to launch its upcoming mass-market EV, in mid-2025, with the goal of positioning it as the most budget-friendly EV available.

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Cryptocurrency heists witness 55% drop to $1.7 billion in 2023
Stolen crypto declined to $1.7 billion in 2023, hacking instances increased. Experts attribute the decline in stolen funds to DeFi services.

Institutional
5 top tech stories this week: January 26, 2024
From X’s big win to Unveiling JANOG53, we have a bunch of great tech stories to tell you about this week. Here’s our rundown.

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Blackberry warns of a $100M cyber threat to Mexican banks
Blackberry detected a $100M cyber threat targeting high-net-worth Mexican banks and crypto exchanges.

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PayPal’s new CEO turns to AI to revive share price
PayPal to launch AI products, analyze shopping history, improve checkout experience, and expand market coverage.

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Top tech stories today: January 26, 2024
No more endless web searches for tech news! Get a concise and engaging summary of global tech highlights right here. Jump in now! 1. PayPal to launch AI-based products as new CEO aims to revive share price PayPal unveils AI-driven products and one-click checkout under CEO Alex…

Cloud Service
IBM shares skyrocket over 13% to 10-year-high on AI focus
IBM’s shares experienced an impressive surge of over 13% to reach a 10-year high, driven by a strategic emphasis on AI services.

Cloud Service
Microsoft becomes second company to reach $3 trillion market cap
Microsoft exceeds a $3 trillion market cap, second to Apple, fuelled by AI leadership.

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Interview with Benny Lim, Head of Enterprise Data Service Business and Product at AIS
Benny Lim explains how AIS is navigating pandemic hurdles, and anticipates a surge in cloud adoption and cybersecurity measures.

Cloud Service
Meta Platforms passes $1 trillion in market cap
Meta Platforms rejoins trillion-dollar club as market value surpasses $1 trillion, driven by rapid growth and profitability turnaround.

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Microsoft Teams introduces immersive 3D and VR meetings
Microsoft integrates immersive 3D and VR meetings into Teams, transforming virtual collaboration and communication.
