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How motion capture brings virtual idols to life
Motion capture refers to the technique of recording and processing the movement of a person or other entity.
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NTT and Toyota invest $3.3B in AI autonomous driving technology
What happened Japanese tech giant NTT and automaker Toyota Motor Corporation have jointly announced an investment of 500 billion yen (approximately £3.3 billion) to develop AI-driven autonomous driving technology, aiming to eliminate traffic accidents and enhance road safety.…
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OpenAI enhances ChatGPT features to challenge Google Search
What happened The artificial intelligence company OpenAI has introduced a new search feature in its popular chatbot, ChatGPT, called ChatGPT Search. Aimed at providing a web-like search experience and delivering responses with citations from authoritative data sources, this…
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Why is Advantest raising its profit forecast so boldly?
What happened Japanese test equipment manufacturer Advantest Corporation announced on Wednesday that it has raised its operating profit forecast by 20% to 100 billion yen (about 635 million dollar) for fiscal year 2024. The decision comes as AI-related chips are widely tested for…
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NVIDIA AI acquisition faces EU scrutiny over competition concerns
The proposed NVIDIA AI acquisition of Run:ai, announced in April, aims to enhance Nvidia’s capabilities in managing and optimising artificial intelligence infrastructure. However, this acquisition has drawn the attention of EU antitrust authorities, who are particularly vigilant…
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When to use multimode fibre and single-mode fibre
In the intricate world of fibre optics, two terms frequently surface: single-mode and multimode fibre. Understanding the nuances between these two types can significantly influence network performance and installation choices. Whether you’re a tech enthusiast or a professional…
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Top tech stories today: November 1, 2024
Top tech stories today: Google Maps adds AI features, Ford pauses F-150 Lightning production, and OpenAI challenges Google’s search dominance, and more. 1. BlackRock requests SEC approval for ETF class BlackRock seeks permission from the SEC to offer ETF share classes of its…
Global Institutional Trends
Amazon employees are protesting the new return-to-office policy
What happened Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announced Amazon’s new return-to-office policy at an all-hands meeting in September. It caused an outcry among employees. In a remarkable letter signed by more than 500 Amazon employees, Amazon CEO Matt Garman was criticized for suggesting that…
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What can we learn from Apple’s 250$ win of the watch patent lawsuit?
Apple recently won its patent lawsuit against Masimo, making headlines across all media platforms. I found the $250 award and the spokesperson’s statements—”we’re not here for money” and “stop copying our design”—especially intriguing. This portrayal makes Apple seem like an…
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RIPE 89 kicks off in Prague: Highlights of Days 1-3
RIPE 89 took place in the captivating city of Prague this week, marking the fourth time the RIPE community has gathered here for discussions on the evolving landscape of Internet operations. The conference, which began on 28 October, welcomed attendees from across the globe to…
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Citigroup partners with Google Cloud to modernise digital infrastructure
What happened Citigroup announced a multi-year partnership with Google Cloud to support its digital strategy using cloud technology and artificial intelligence (AI). The focus is on modernising Citigroup’s technology infrastructure and improving the experience of employees and…
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Google’s AI-powered weather app is now available for older Pixels
What happened Google is pushing an AI weather application to older Pixel phones running Android 15 and equipped with the latest updates. The Google Weather app can extract saved locations from the built-in weather service already present on Pixel phones. As a result, users can…
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Alphabet reports new Arm-based chip used in Spotify cloud
What happened Google Cloud, a division of Alphabet Inc., announced on Wednesday that Spotify and Paramount Global are utilizing its new chip. This chip, called Axion, is a central processing unit (CPU) developed with technology from Arm Holdings. Google has made the Axion chip…
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Top tech stories today: October 31, 2024
Top tech stories today: Worldcoin’s iris-scanning innovation, Netflix’s earnings surpass targets, and Amazon AWS pushes return-to-office. 1. FTX deputy Nishad Singh faces sentencing Sam Bankman-Fried’s former FTX executive Nishad Singh awaits sentencing after cooperation in the…
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Netflix layoffs: Key executives depart as company restructures
What happened In a notable shift within Netflix’s executive team, Chief Communications Officer Rachel Whetstone and Global Public Policy Vice President Dean Garfield are departing the streaming giant. This move comes amid ongoing Netflix layoffs, highlighting the company’s…
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NTT Data, Palo Alto Networks team up to advance cybersecurity AI
What happened NTT Data has reinforced its cybersecurity AI partnership with Palo Alto Networks, following their initial 2023 collaboration around the Managed Prisma solution. Now, the companies have unveiled Managed Extended Detection Response (MXDR) services, a new AI-powered…
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Reddit in profit for the first time ever
What happened Reddit announces 2024 third quarter result, showing net profit of $29.9M first time ever in 19 years. Reddit’s income climbed by 68% year on year to $348.4 million, with ad revenue up 56% to $315.1 million and other revenue up 547% to $33.2 million.They also expect…
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Top tech stories today: October 30, 2024
1. Brazil crypto imports rise 60% through September Brazil’s cryptocurrency imports surged by 60% through September, already surpassing the total for 2023. This marks a growing interest in crypto in Brazil. Watcher Guru 2. ConsenSys to lay off employees amid SEC pressures…
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New iMac with M4 chip: More colors and improved performance
What happened Meet the new iMac with the M4 chip—it’s more powerful and comes in seven colors: green, yellow, orange, pink, purple, blue, and silver. It offers improved performance with an 8-core CPU and up to a 10-core GPU. The entry-level model is priced at $1,299 and comes…
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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.…