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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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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.
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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.
Europe and Middle East Institutional
Meta to protect teens from unwanted messages on IG and FB
Meta enhances safety on Instagram and Messenger for minors amid regulatory scrutiny.
Global Cloud Services
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.
Global Cloud Services
Microsoft becomes second company to reach $3 trillion market cap
Microsoft exceeds a $3 trillion market cap, second to Apple, fuelled by AI leadership.
Leaders
Benny Lim
Benny Lim explains how AIS is navigating pandemic hurdles, and anticipates a surge in cloud adoption and cybersecurity measures.
Global Cloud Services
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.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Carbon trading explained: Top 4 carbon emission exchanges in 2024
Carbon credits, and their trading, has become one of the more successful climate change solutions. Here’s how it works.
Asia-Pacific Cloud Services
Top tech stories today: January 25, 2024
IBM exceeds Q4 expectations, sealing major AI deals and projecting strong 2024 growth. The tech giants redefine the industry landscape.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
News: Taxi in the sky is coming
In the last centuries, large commercial airplanes have connected cities across the world. And 100 years ago, it would be impossible for people to fly around the world for traveling or conferences. But it does happen. According to the data, there are over 100,000 flights taking…
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Gaming’s big tech future: How the tech giants are reshaping the industry
Gaming’s appeal goes beyond profit, driven by technological advancements, changing business models, and the rise of mobile and VR gaming.
Asia-Pacific Institutional
Xiong’an, China’s foremost digital city, embraces IPv6
A blog post from Asia’s Regional Internet Registry highlights Xiong’an as a blueprint for the ideal future digital city.
Global Cloud Services
news：Google cancels contract with AI data firm that trained Bard
Google cancels contract with Appen, affecting finances and workers; Appen focuses on cutting costs and improving AI data quality.
Companies
News: SAP announces a restructuring plan covering 8,000 employees
SAP announces a robust transformation plan impacting 8,000 employees.
Europe and Middle East Cloud Services
News: Microsoft’s Bing, Edge to be exempt from Europe’s DMA
Microsoft’s Bing search engine, Edge browser, and advertising services are poised to receive exemptions from DMA.
Global Cloud Services
News：ElevenLabs, a voice AI startup, achieves unicorn status
Voice AI startup ElevenLabs achieves unicorn status after successful fundraising, poised to reshape the voice AI industry.
Global Institutional Trends
Binance, SEC argue about regulator oversight of cryptocurrencies
The hearing between Binance and the SEC brought hot debates about the definition of securities and the authority of the SEC.
Global Cloud Services
FTX sells $1B in GBTC, ownership hits zero amid $2B ETF outflows
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days.
Global Cloud Services
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days
BlackRock’s bitcoin ETF hits $1B in 4 days.