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Who is Demis Hassabis? Co-founder of DeepMind

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Who is Demis Hassabis? Co-founder of DeepMind

Demis Hassabis, hailed for his near-legendary early achievements spanning chess, game design, computer science, and neuroscience, has crafted a mosaic of excellence, embodying the fusion of science and creativity. Leading DeepMind, he spearheads groundbreaking AI research…

Apr 29, 2024
Visa enhances global payments for 300,000 AWS marketplace customers

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Visa enhances global payments for 300,000 AWS marketplace customers

Visa joined the APN to broaden global access to payment solutions, including launching Visa Cross-Border Solutions in the AWS marketplace.

Apr 29, 2024
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Google tops $2T in market capitalization on stock exchange

The number of companies with a market capitalization of more than $2 trillion has increased to four in the New York Stock Exchange, and Google has been found to have joined the ranks. Googles joining Google’s parent company, Alphabet, announced it would pay its first dividend…

Apr 29, 2024
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Tesla Autopilot has ‘critical safety gap’, Federal regulator said

The federal authorities released on Thursday that Tesla‘s Autopilot system had a “critical safety gap” that led to at least 467 collisions, 13 of which resulted in fatalities and “many others” in serious injuries. The results are based on an analysis conducted by the National…

Apr 29, 2024
Editorial image for Google earmarks $3B for data center investment.

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Google earmarks $3B for data center investment

Tech companies like Google and Amazon are ramping up their investments in data center infrastructure. Google has unveiled plans to invest $3 billion in establishing a new data center campus in Indiana and expanding its existing facilities in Virginia. Expanding data center…

Apr 29, 2024
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Meta focuses earnings call on all the ways company bleeds cash

Meta shares tumbled as much as 19% in extended trading on Wednesday, wiping out more than $200 billion in market cap. The drop came despite Meta reporting better-than-expected profit and revenue for the first quarter. Meta’s earnings call Mark Zuckerberg started Meta’s earnings…

Apr 28, 2024
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Tech companies reveal growth in digital ad businesses

Meta, Alphabet and Snap all released their first-quarter financial results this week. The companies’ revenue growth surpassed analyst projections and reached levels not seen in at least two years. The main factor influencing their finances was the growth in each of their ad…

Apr 28, 2024
Intel shares slump due to downbeat forecast

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Intel shares slump due to downbeat forecast

Intel’s stock fell more than 12% on Friday as a negative estimate suggested that enterprise spending on its traditional data centre chips was being replaced by artificial intelligence (AI) technology. Reasons for Intel shares slumping Since Intel is lagging behind rival chip…

Apr 28, 2024
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Netflix’s transparency report reveals a subscriber surge

Netflix stated in a letter to shareholders released on Thursday that it will no longer announce subscriber membership numbers, which are seen as a crucial indicator of a streaming service’s performance, beginning next year. Netflix says that spending time on the service is a…

Apr 28, 2024
Klarna enters major partnership with Uber ahead of anticipated IPO

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Klarna enters major partnership with Uber ahead of anticipated IPO

Klarna, a Swedish fintech firm, has unveiled a strategic collaboration with Uber, marking a pivotal moment for both companies. This partnership aims to change payment experiences within Uber’s ecosystem, enhancing convenience and accessibility for users across multiple regions.…

Apr 27, 2024
How to run Mistral AI?

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How to run Mistral AI?

Perplexity AI, a French company, was founded in April 2023 by previous employees of Meta Platforms and Google DeepMind, releasing both open-weight and API-only models as a response to proprietary models. Mistral AI is a real open-source project with an Apache 2.0 can run without…

Apr 27, 2024
What does Mistral AI do?

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What does Mistral AI do?

Perplexity AI is a young company that specialises in AI and machine learning solutions. They focus on developing advanced algorithms and technologies to tackle complex problems across various industries, including finance, healthcare, and technology. What is Mistral AI? Mistral…

Apr 27, 2024
How does Perplexity AI make money?

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How does Perplexity AI make money?

Perplexity AI currently relies on subscription fees and venture capital funding and adopts a “free + value-added services pay” profit model.

Apr 27, 2024
Nanni AI, an AI-powered app translates baby cries

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Nanni AI, an AI-powered app translates baby cries

Ubenwa Health has unveiled Nanni AI, an app backed by AI luminary Yoshua Bengio. By harnessing artificial intelligence, Nanni AI deciphers over one million baby cries into English and French, aiding parents in understanding their child’s needs. Changing parenting with Nanni AI…

Apr 27, 2024
Microsoft’s AI lead challenges Amazon’s cloud dominance

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Microsoft’s AI lead challenges Amazon’s cloud dominance

Microsoft is poised to unveil its progress in cloud computing dominance against Amazon as it integrates advanced generative AI features into its services. The upcoming quarterly reports from tech giants serve as a litmus test for Microsoft’s prowess in the realm of artificial…

Apr 27, 2024
Opportunities driven by AI in business

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Opportunities driven by AI in business

AI can not only optimise the day-to-day operations of enterprises but also drive new business models and innovation.

Apr 27, 2024
What is the AI powered global opportunities index?

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What is the AI powered global opportunities index?

The AiGO Index is a fictitious index that uses artificial intelligence technology to analyse and identify global investment opportunities.

Apr 27, 2024
What LLM does Perplexity AI use?

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What LLM does Perplexity AI use?

Large Language Models (LLMs) have revolutionised artificial intelligence and natural language processing by capturing complex linguistic patterns and dependencies. Companies like OpenAI’s GPT and Google’s BERT have demonstrated the power of LLMs, pre-trained on extensive text…

Apr 27, 2024
What is the strategy of NVIDIA?

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What is the strategy of NVIDIA?

NVIDIA’s supply chain strategy is a critical component of the company’s success in the semiconductor industry, enabling it to develop and deliver advanced GPUs and semiconductor products to a diverse range of customers. Vertical integration and manufacturing excellence NVIDIA’s…

Apr 27, 2024
What is open banking? A short guide

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What is open banking? A short guide

Open banking revolutionises financial services, providing convenient money management, credit access, and personalized deals.

Apr 26, 2024