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Cisco to Acquire Splunk for $28 Billion in Landmark Tech Deal
Image credit: Sora Shimazaki via Pexels Cisco and Splunk have announced an earth-shaking acquisition agreement valued at $28 billion in equity. In the deal, Cisco will acquire Splunk at $157 per share in cash. Towards AI-Powered Security This move aims to cement Cisco’s position…
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Literary Titans Unite in Lawsuit Against OpenAI for Copyright Infringement
Image credit: Frimufilms via Freepik Prominent authors, including George R.R. Martin, have initiated a class-action lawsuit against OpenAI. They accuse the tech giant of systematic copyright infringement. OpenAI, the renowned AI research organization turned for-profit entity, is…
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Microsoft Receives More Funding to Improve Military-Grade Goggles
Army places a new order for goggles based on HoloLens device Microsoft Corp.’s improved combat goggles have passed their first round of intensive testing by soldiers, and the tech giant has been awarded an order for another batch to be used for a make-or-break combat evaluation…
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Shaquille O’Neal Backs EdTech Startup Edsoma with Undisclosed Amount
Image credit: Edsoma NBA superstar and philanthropist Shaquille O’Neal is stepping into the world of education technology with a $2.5 million investment in Edsoma. This AI-driven platform is focused on enhancing children’s reading, communication, and educational skills. O’Neal…
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AI21 Labs Secures $155M Funding at $1.4B Valuation
AI21 Labs, a pioneering AI startup, has secured $155 million in funding, pushing its valuation up to $1.4 billion. This remarkable investment reflects the growing recognition of AI21 Labs’ revolutionary Generative AI technology. Empowered by advanced capabilities, AI21 Labs is…
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Police Scotland Considers Introducing AR Glasses toCrime Fighting Efforts
The Scottish Police Authority (SPA) has approved a £400 million initiative to establish a “digital unit” aimed at combating cybercrime. The recruitment of numerous officers already underway. AR Potential in Policing Martyn Evans, the chairman of SPA, has outlined the department’s…
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Celebrated AI Startup Hugging Face Secures $235M Funding from Tech Giants
A screenshot from Hugging Face homepage Hugging Face, a New York-based AI startup, has secured a substantial $235 million in funding, elevating its valuation to an impressive $4.5 billion. Contributors to this round include tech giants Google, Amazon, Nvidia, Salesforce, AMD…
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Quest 3 Gets FCC Cert, Headset May Support 6GHz
The highly anticipated Quest 3, the latest virtual reality headset from Oculus, has recently achieved FCC certification. This landmark achievement assures consumers that the device complies with Federal Communications Commission standards for electromagnetic interference and…
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VEIR Secures $24.9 Million in Series A Funding to Drive Cleantech Innovation
VEIR, a cleantech company headquartered in Massachusetts, has successfully raised an impressive $24.9 million in its recent Series A funding round. This significant investment is expected to fuel the company’s pioneering efforts in developing sustainable energy solutions. VEIR, a…
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German Scholars Discuss Application of Humanoid Robots in Education
Human-like Robot to Assist Teachers: A German organisation is seeing a future where teachers and robots work together to bring the best in learners. Educators are exploring the possibility of introducing robots to enhance learning in an interactive and collaborative way. Ilona…
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Worldcoin Launch Divides Opinions — Crypto Community Has Its Say
Ambitious New Cryptocurrency Sparks Intense Debate Among Experts and Enthusiasts Ambitious New Cryptocurrency Sparks Intense Debate Among Experts and Enthusiasts In a move that has sent shockwaves through the crypto community, the ambitious launch of Worldcoin has ignited intense…
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Google Play allows developers to incorporate NFTs into their apps
Google Play product Manager Joseph Mills recently announced that Google has updated its mobile software market policy to allow game developers to explore new ways to bring NFT transactions to games in the Google Play App Store. Google Play product Manager Joseph Mills recently…
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The large language model ChatGPT Top 1% of Human Thinkers in Creative Thinking Test Surprising Study Reveals
University of Montana’s Research Shows AI’s Potential Impact on Business Innovation University of Montana’s Research Shows AI’s Potential Impact on Business Innovation In a groundbreaking study conducted by the University of Montana, ChatGPT has proven its mettle by matching the…