Recent reports have surfaced regarding Meta’s decision to abandon the development of the highly anticipated Quest Pro 2 in favor of a new affordable mixed-reality headset codenamed Puffin. This new headset is said to revolutionize the VR industry with its lightweight design and innovative features. Unlike its predecessor, the Meta Quest 3, which weighs 515
Google is taking proactive measures to ensure the accuracy and reliability of information available through its generative AI products in preparation for the upcoming U.S. presidential election. While the company had previously announced restrictions on Gemini queries related to the election, it has now extended these safeguards to include other AI products such as Search
In a recent turn of events, Apple made the controversial decision to terminate the Apple Developer Account of Appstun, a mobile app company founded by one of their own Worldwide Developer Conference 2021 student winners. This move came after multiple rejections of Appstun’s app, which Apple claimed violated its strict App Store guidelines. The repercussions
In a recent development, a top court in Brazil has ordered an immediate suspension of the X platform country-wide following a lengthy legal battle with Elon Musk’s social media company over content moderation. The court’s decision includes a provision that fines individuals using VPN to access the X platform. It is stated that those individuals
Apple has just announced its highly anticipated iPhone 16 event, scheduled for September 9th. The event is set to take place at the Steve Jobs Theater on Apple’s campus, with a live stream available for those unable to attend in person. The highlight of the event is expected to be the unveiling of the new
Mark Zuckerberg’s recent letter to the House Judiciary Committee has brought Meta, formerly known as Facebook, under even more scrutiny regarding its content moderation practices. The GOP-led committee has been investigating allegations of political bias and censorship by Meta, and Zuckerberg’s letter seems to have added fuel to the fire. In his letter, Zuckerberg admits
India, the hub of 20% of the world’s chip designers, has long been overshadowed in the global semiconductor market. However, recent endeavors by the Indian government indicate a shift towards establishing a formidable presence in the semiconductor sector. This surge comes in the wake of companies worldwide adopting a “China-plus-one” strategy, seeking alternatives to China.
SparkLabs, a notable early-stage venture capital firm, has recently announced the closure of a new $50 million fund, AIM AI Fund. This fund will primarily focus on backing AI startups emerging from its AIM-X accelerator in Saudi Arabia, as well as supporting AI startups globally. Explosion of Interest in AI The recent surge of interest
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Intel, a once prominent giant in the chip industry, has faced a series of setbacks in the past year. From chip crashing issues to dismal financial results, the company has seen its stock value decline by a staggering 60%. This downward spiral has been further exacerbated by the announcement of mass layoffs, painting a grim
In a recent ruling by a U.S. District Court judge, Google was found to have maintained a monopoly in the online search space through illegal means. While Google has long been the go-to search engine for many, it’s important to be aware of the alternatives available in the market. This article aims to explore some
A federal judge recently issued a partial block on a Texas law known as HB 18 or the Securing Children Online Through Parental Empowerment (SCOPE) Act. This law, which was set to take effect on September 1st, aimed to require large web services to identify minors and filter what they see online. Specifically, the SCOPE
AMD has officially announced the Ryzen 5 7600X3D, a processor that offers six cores and 96 MB of L3 cache to consumers. This CPU, equipped with 3D V-Cache, is priced at $299 and is available exclusively at Micro Center retail stores in the US. While it may seem like a good deal, there are some
The ongoing battle between DirecTV and Disney has left roughly 11 million subscribers without access to popular channels like ABC and ESPN. The blackout occurred at a critical time, interrupting major sporting events like the US Open tennis tournament and the upcoming NFL season opener. Both companies are pointing fingers at each other, blaming the
A recent incident involving US astronaut Barry Wilmore and NASA ground crew has raised some eyebrows in the tech and space communities. The strange knocking sound coming from the Boeing Starliner craft has piqued the curiosity of many, prompting questions about the safety and reliability of the spacecraft. In a recording captured by a NASA
Generative AI has made significant advancements in recent years, with large language models (LLMs) becoming increasingly sophisticated. However, despite these advancements, acclaimed science fiction author Ted Chiang argues that generative AI will never be able to create true art. Chiang’s perspective challenges the prevailing belief that AI has the potential to revolutionize the creative industries.