Global Institutional Trends
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Biden slowed the transition to EVs to appease automakers
Sources first told The New York Times that the administration’s shift on tackling climate change was intended to placate automakers and unions. New legislation The Biden administration is reportedly working on legislation to give automakers breathing room by requiring them to…
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Apple faces a fine of $539 million over Spotify’s antitrust claims
$539 million may sound like a lot, but by the time the EU updated its objections last year, a much larger fine approaching $40 billion (or 10 percent of Apple’s annual global turnover) was already on the table. Root of the problem A report in the Financial Times early Sunday said…
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News: Government hackers targeted iPhones owners with zero-days
Google’s report reveals government hackers exploiting iPhone vulnerabilities and Variston’s spyware for targeted surveillance.
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Spotify accuses Apple of ‘extortion’ with new App Store tax
Spotify opposes Apple’s EU DMA compliance measures, citing user experience issues, unfair competition, and antitrust concerns.
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Binance, SEC argue about regulator oversight of cryptocurrencies
The hearing between Binance and the SEC brought hot debates about the definition of securities and the authority of the SEC.
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Google settles $5 billion privacy lawsuit over alleged covert user tracking
Google settles $5B privacy lawsuit, accused of secret tracking in ‘incognito’ mode. Lawsuit details and settlement terms disclosed.
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Can we fully trust Intel’s report at the end of 2023?
In a speech at Northwestern University, AI expert Kai-Fu Lee championed AI technology and its upcoming impact, while also pointing out its side effects and limitations. “The bottom 90 per cent, especially the bottom 50 per cent by income and education, will be badly hurt by job…
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Kai-Fu Lee’s 01.AI hits $1 billion valuation, leads open-source AI models
While they continue to open source some models, 01.AI’s ultimate objective is to establish a state-of-the-art proprietary model that can serve as a foundation for a diverse range of commercial products.
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Okta hit with another data breach, shares dip
Identity management giant Okta has faced yet another security breach, sending its shares plummeting by nearly 12%. Okta Inc. has found itself in the hot seat once again as it grapples with the aftermath of yet another security breach. This latest breach involved “adversarial…
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Tech billionaire Vinod Khosla says college students should broaden education as AI primed to disrupt employment
Vinod Khosla, a Silicon Valley billionaire investor and a co-founder of the early computer giant Sun Microsystems, shared a special piece of advice for college students: “Get as broad an education as possible.” Speaking at the Wall Street Journal Live Technology Conference…
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Microsoft Launches New Teams App for Windows and Mac
Image credit: Microsoft Microsoft has officially announced the general availability of its highly anticipated Microsoft Teams app for Windows and Mac. This update also extends its reach to education customers, along with the goal of enhancing the remote work experience. Faster…
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Raspberry Pi 5 Unveiled: A Breakthrough in Microcomputing with Enhanced Performance and Innovative Features
In a long-awaited and highly anticipated release, the Raspberry Pi Foundation has unveiled the Raspberry Pi 5 four years since the launch of its predecessor, the Raspberry Pi 4. This latest iteration comes with a performance boost that promises to redefine what we can achieve…
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The Government Shutdown May or May Not Affect You. Here’s What to Expect
As the clock ticks towards September 30th, the nation braces itself for the possibility of yet another government shutdown. The deadline looms for Congress to agree on federal funding for the upcoming fiscal year, but the heated debate over where the money should go has led to a…
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Peloton Shares on Digital Content Spiking Up, Closes Partnership with Lululemon
Peloton, the fitness powerhouse, and Lululemon, the athleisure giant, are teaming up in a five-year partnership set to redefine the way we work out and dress. This dynamic duo’s collaboration means Peloton’s top-tier fitness content will now be accessible through Lululemon’s…
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Amazon Invests $4 Billion in AI Startup Anthropic
Image credit: Freepik Amazon has announced a $4 billion investment in the AI startup, Anthropic. The fund is set to catalyze the development of high-performing foundation models. Anthropic is based in San Francisco, California and specializes on AI safety and research. Anthropic…
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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…