Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang reportedly told the Financial Times that China would beat the U.S. in the AI race, only to release a softer statement hours later. The comments come as Nvidia’s market share in China has dropped to zero amid export restrictions and security reviews.
Google is embedding its Gemini AI directly into Google Maps to revolutionize navigation. The update brings hands-free assistance, landmark-based guidance, and smarter traffic alerts. US users get first access to these features rolling out throughout 2024.
Microsoft is creating a “Trusted Technology Review” process for its 200,000-plus employees to anonymously raise concerns about technology uses. The move follows controversy over the company’s work with Israeli defense units and employee protests that led to firings and resignations.
He Jiabin spent years at China’s tech giants before founding Ropet. His company has raised over $7 million to create companion robots that blend emotional design with cutting-edge AI. The goal? Selling 20,000 units by year-end.
Perplexity has developed software that makes massive AI models practical on cheaper, older hardware. Their optimizations specifically target Amazon’s Elastic Fabric Adapter networking technology. This could democratize access to cutting-edge AI models.
Akira ransomware group has taken credit for hacking defense contractor BK Technologies, stealing 25GB of sensitive data including military contracts and employee information. The Florida-based company makes wireless communications equipment for government agencies. While the company contained the br
A research team has demonstrated how multiangular polarimetry significantly improves marine aerosol remote sensing. Their findings could influence future satellite instrument design and climate modeling accuracy. The study shows adding shortwave infrared measurements increases retrieval capabilities
A new bipartisan bill would require companies to report AI-related layoffs to the Department of Labor. But experts are skeptical whether AI is actually driving job cuts or just providing convenient cover for other business issues.
Apple has finally revealed how creators can produce content for its Apple Immersive Video format on Vision Pro. The $33,000 Blackmagic cameras are now shipping to studios, and editing tools like DaVinci Resolve support the format. This could mean a flood of new immersive sports and entertainment con
Bank of America is spending $13 billion on technology this year, with AI deeply embedded in daily operations rather than experimental. The bank’s virtual assistant Erica has handled 3 billion customer actions, while AI drives efficiency gains across underwriting and compliance. CEO Brian Moynihan sa
