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Google introduces Vids, an AI-driven video production tool
Vids empowers users to effortlessly generate content and customise every aspect of their videos, from style to soundtrack.
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Ethena to integrate with exchange wallets, a new way to earn
Ethena developers have introduced a 20% reward boost for users who lock USDe stablecoins for at least seven days using exchange Web3 wallets.
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Intel shakes the AI market with its latest AI chip
Intel has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence chip, Gaudi 3, competing with Nvidia in the background of the AI market boom. Intel has unveiled its latest artificial intelligence chip, Gaudi 3, competing with Nvidia in the background of the AI market boom. Gaudi 3 vs…
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To compete with OpenAI, Symbolica is raising £24.5 million to create AI systems
Artificial Intelligence startup Symbolica secures £24.5 million Series A funding, its CEO Morgan cites co-authored paper with DeepMind, industry debate over AI performance gains Symbolica’s first product is a coding assistant, due in early 2025. Access to financing Artificial…
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Analysts credit AI for the increase in PC shipments during the first quarter
AI PC shipments edged up in the first quarter of this year. Analysts estimate that PC hardware sales rose, but the organisation of sales estimates varies. The Intel Core Xeon processor AI PC boom is expected to be followed by accelerated shipments. Shipment growth will boost AI…
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Beeper’s Future: Growing Up at Automattic
OUR TAKEBeeper was recently acquired by Automattic. Firstly, Automattic has a wealth of technology and resources as the company behind WordPress, which means Beeper is expected to receive better technical support and growth. Secondly, Beeper is open to everyone and has completely…
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Meta reveals latest AI Chip in race to keep pace
Meta introduces MTIA, its latest custom AI chip, promising improved performance. Move signals shift towards in-house hardware for AI tasks while still leaning on GPUs. Meta’s latest advancement: Unveiling MTIA chip Meta, determined to rival others in generative AI, invests…
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Solana rival Base hits 400 TPS, claims core contributor
Impressive TPS figures are being shared by Base proponents, but critics say they may be skewed unfairly in the network’s favour by including failed transactions. The surging throughput of Base is under scepticism In the dynamic landscape of blockchain technology, Coinbase’s…
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Google introduces first ARM-based custom data centre processor
Google Cloud joined AWS and Azure on Tuesday to announce its first custom Arm processor, called Axion, but nothing else was available.
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Poe introduces paid-per-message revenue model for AI bot creators
Poe introduced a price-per-message model for AI bot creators, which is expected to spur the development of new bots.
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ASUS launches new laptop models with AI tools
ASUS has released two new laptop models, the ASUS Vivobook S series and the Zenbook 14 OLED (UM3406), equipped with AI-capable chips and keyboard shortcuts to access AI tools, aiming to bolster its AI services. Chinese tech giant Lenovo boosts AI efforts with Nvidia’s new servers…
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Virtusa’s IaC on Google Cloud unleashes the true power of cloud
Utilising Infrastructure as Code (IaC) as the standard approach on Google Cloud can drive consistent productivity across enterprises. Cloud transformation gains momentum in 2024, introducing uncertainties during implementation. Alongside finalising strategy, teams tackle…
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Two Sandians win the 2024 Women in Technology Award
OUR TAKE:In the high-tech, fast-paced, high-pressure world of IT, women have become a force not to be underestimated, and this force has changed almost the entire IT world. Now, some women are emerging, deeply integrated into the innovation and change of the digital age. Their…
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OpenAI and Meta to launch AI models with ‘reasoning’ capabilities
OpenAI and Meta announce forthcoming AI model updates, emphasising enhanced reasoning and planning abilities, crucial for AGI advancement.
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Google’s Gemini 1.5 Pro can now hear
Capable of processing text, code, video, and now uploaded audio streams, including audio from video, Gemini 1.5 Pro can listen, analyse and extract information without a corresponding written record. Gemini 1.5 Pro Gemini is Google’s rebranded bot, previously called Bard, and…
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Intel expects to ship 40 million AI PCs in 2024
Intel aims to ship 40 million AI PC chips by 2024 and supply processors for over 100 million AI PCs by 2025.
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Intel unveils latest AI chip as competition with Nvidia heats up
Intel unveils Gaudi 3, a powerful AI chip rivalling Nvidia, with superior efficiency and speed, poised to compete in the market.
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Richard Teng: Post-DOJ focus on compliance & sustainability
Binance has matured since DOJ $4.3B settlement: CEO Richard Teng said Binance is now looking at sustainability and more compliance; hence the company’s focus on building a robust compliance program. Binance stops bitcoin NFT support to streamline offerings Evolving beyond…
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AI-capable CPUs power the latest Asus OLED laptops
Asus unveils two new laptops with the latest processors and keyboards with Copilot keys; the Vivobook S series comes in different sizes and configurations; the Zenbook 14 OLED lacks a microSD card reader; Apple’s Mac owes a lot to Lisa; and whether it’s time to ditch Lisa’s…
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NTT warns AI may undermine democracy and lead to wars
NTT has issued an apocalyptic warning about the looming dangers of AI, calling for creation of ecosystems that allow AI to control other AIs.