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Editorial image for Nvidia’s GeForce Now is about to add pre-game ads for free users.

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Nvidia’s GeForce Now is about to add pre-game ads for free users

Nvidia sets out a new ad trial on free players’ waiting phase accounting for their service cost and the cloud gaming industry shows an common ascend in its service value. New monetization trial In a recent announcement, Nvidia revealed plans to introduce ads to the free version…

Mar 5, 2024
Satellite SOS features might be appearing on Google Pixel phones

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Satellite SOS features might be appearing on Google Pixel phones

Google could be set to launch satellite SOS features on its Pixel phones, following Apple’s lead with the iPhone 14 in 2022. The feature allows users to send emergency messages and share their location even without an active cellular or Wi-Fi connection, potentially saving lives…

Mar 4, 2024
Musk: Tesla Roadster will accelerate 0 to 100 km/h in less than 1s

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Musk: Tesla Roadster will accelerate 0 to 100 km/h in less than 1s

Musk announced Tesla’s new Roadster, promising sub-1-second acceleration, but scepticism remains due to past delays and technical challenges.

Mar 4, 2024
FTX offers payments for lost bitcoin, ethereum 80% below current prices

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FTX offers payments for lost bitcoin, ethereum 80% below current prices

FTX has commenced a claim window, providing compensation for major crypto assets with prices significantly below their current market values.

Mar 4, 2024
Bitcoin inflows at record highs, on-chain analysts warn of overheating

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Bitcoin inflows at record highs, on-chain analysts warn of overheating

Bitcoin has seen a remarkable influx of funds, but the pace of the inflows could create an overheated market, say analysts.

Mar 4, 2024
Can an AI chatbot do the job of 700 people?

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Can an AI chatbot do the job of 700 people?

Klarna, the Swedish fintech company that provides online financial services, has caused a stir with its recent claim that its AI assistant is capable of doing work equivalent to 700 full-time agents. The statement has raised skepticism among some who recall Klarna laying off an…

Mar 4, 2024
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AI Chip Startup Groq acquires Definitive Intelligence

Groq, a rising star in the AI hardware industry, is making bold moves to expand its reach into the enterprise and public sector with the formation of Groq Systems. This new division aims to broaden its customer base and developer ecosystem, offering its high-performance chips to…

Mar 4, 2024
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Google CEO says Gemini errors are ‘completely unacceptable’

Gemini AI Sparks Controversy with Historically Inaccurate Outputs CEO Sundar Pichai of Google has acknowledged the controversial outputs of its Gemini AI, stating in an internal memo that the generated images and text have “offended our users and shown bias.” The acknowledgment…

Mar 4, 2024
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Crypto industry develops towards decentralization

Ethereum co-founder and CEO of ConsenSys, Joe Lubin, explored various facets of the crypto world, from the implications of spot Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) to the broader need for decentralization across multiple industries during the “What will…

Mar 4, 2024
AI ‘worm’ raises alarm on cybersecurity vulnerabilities

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AI ‘worm’ raises alarm on cybersecurity vulnerabilities

A group of researchers unveiled what they claim to be one of the first generative AI worms, capable of spreading across systems to potentially pilfer data or propagate malware. This breakthrough underscores the vulnerabilities inherent in connected AI ecosystems and serves as a…

Mar 2, 2024
BofA’s Merrill, Wells Fargo roll out spot Bitcoin ETFs to clients

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BofA’s Merrill, Wells Fargo roll out spot Bitcoin ETFs to clients

Bank of America’s Merrill Lynch and Wells Fargo have begun offering spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds to eligible wealth management clients.

Mar 2, 2024
Bitcoin hits 47% monthly gain, largest since 2020

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Bitcoin hits 47% monthly gain, largest since 2020

Bitcoin’s monthly gain of 47% is its largest since December 2020. The rally has also lifted Ethereum, which surpassed $3,500 since April 2022.

Mar 2, 2024
Unauthorised GameStop Memes attracts $4M, but investors left hanging

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Unauthorised GameStop Memes attracts $4M, but investors left hanging

Unofficial project GameStop Memes (GMS) has amassed $4 million from investors. However, investors said nothing in return.

Mar 2, 2024
Stablecoin Seneca recovers $5M after offering hacker 20% bounty

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Stablecoin Seneca recovers $5M after offering hacker 20% bounty

A hacker returned 80% of the tokens stolen from the Seneca platform after being offered 20% of the proceeds.

Mar 1, 2024
standalone programmable chip

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A huge stage for programmable chip

Intel CEO Sandra Rivera stated that artificial intelligence provides a potential profit opportunity for its standalone programmable chip unit, named “Altera, an Intel Company.” The company plans to issue shares of Altera in the next two to three years, emphasizing the forefront…

Mar 1, 2024
ChatGPT gets its own key as Microsoft brings AI to Windows 11

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ChatGPT gets its own key as Microsoft brings AI to Windows 11

Microsoft has unveiled a substantial update to Windows 11, introducing numerous new features and enhancements aimed at enhancing the overall user experience. This latest update integrates a wide range of AI-powered functionalities into various aspects of the operating system…

Mar 1, 2024
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A new strategic alliance to deliver comprehensive cyber resiliency

Kyndryl, the world’s largest technology infrastructure services provider, and Veeam Software, the first leader by market share in Data Replication and Protection Software, have recently formed a strategic global alliance, aiming to provide customers with resilient services…

Mar 1, 2024
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A groundbreaking vision for the future of smartphone interaction

At the Mobile World Congress, held in Barcelona, a groundbreaking collaboration between Deutsche Telekom and Brain.AI has unveiled the T Phone, a revolutionary concept that could potentially redefine how we interact with smartphones in the future. Incorporating generative and…

Mar 1, 2024
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Wearable AI personal assistant ‘AI Pin’ takes center stage

Anew contender has emerged at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona: the Humane AI Pin. Developed by former Apple employees, this micro device offers a glimpse into a screen-free, AI-powered future that aims to redefine our relationship with technology. Innovative features of…

Mar 1, 2024
Taylor Swift deepfakes spark AI ethics debate

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Taylor Swift deepfakes spark AI ethics debate

When deepfakers targeted Taylor Swift for some shocking AI images, the discourse surrounding ‘reality infringements’ heated up.

Mar 1, 2024