Fri, May 17, 2024

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BYD stops producing full combustion engine cars

$30M DOE Boost for Electric Vehicle Battery Tech & Market Shifts

Quick Look Introduction of smart charging stations with advancements in technology and accessibility. The role of commercial electric vehicle charging in supporting urban development and sustainable travel. Economic and social benefits spurred by the growth of EV charging infrastructure. U.S. DOE invests $30 million in the CIRCULAR program to enhance EV battery technology. Industry challenges …

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$218M Odysseus: Lessons from Moon’s Economic Frontier

Quick Look NASA and Intuitive Machines sponsored the Odysseus Moon Lander. It marks a significant milestone as the first-ever privately owned US lander on the moon since 1972. Odysseus experiences a sideways touchdown due to an uneven lunar surface. However, the mission’s technical challenges offer parallels to navigating the global economy. With a combined investment …

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Samsung Galaxy Ring: Revolution in Health Tech Unveiled

Quick Look Samsung introduced the innovative Galaxy Ring at MWC 2024, featuring advanced health tracking and AI capabilities. The Galaxy Ring offers 24/7 heart rate monitoring, SpO2, sleep monitoring, and fitness tracking. It might include blood pressure monitoring soon. Samsung’s AI expansion plans include extending Galaxy AI features across a wide range of devices, including …

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The billionaire seeks people for a trip around the moon

Odysseus’ 2024 Moon Landing: Pioneering Private Lunar Missions

Quick Look Intuitive Machines’ Nova-C lander, Odysseus, achieved the first private and American soft lunar landing since 1972 on February 22. Innovative solutions helped to overcome the technical challenges, including laser rangefinder issues, ensuring the mission’s success. The mission, part of NASA’s CLPS program, carried significant payloads from both NASA and non-NASA entities. Previous attempts …

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Musk Calms Investors Despite Negative Cash Flow

Neuralink’s First Successful Human Chip Implant

Quick Look Neuralink received FDA approval for human trials in 2024, marking a significant milestone in brain-computer interface technology. The first human trial participant successfully had a Neuralink chip implanted in January 2024. The device shows potential in controlling a computer mouse through thought. Elon Musk announced Neuralink’s first product, “Telepathy,” enhancing prospects for treating …

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Microsoft’s $69B Activision Buy Redefines Console Wars

Quick Look Microsoft acquires Activision Blizzard for $69 billion, marking a significant shift in console war dynamics. Sony responds with the acquisition of Bungie, intensifying the battle for top developers. Microsoft’s revenue in the personal computing segment, including Xbox, surged by 19% to $16.89 billion in Q4 2023. Microsoft announces the end of certain Xbox …

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1,000+ Apps Fuel Vision Pro’s Mixed Reality Leap

Quick Look Over 1,000 apps are now available on the App Store for Apple Vision Pro, just two weeks post-launch. The initial launch featured 600 apps; major tech firms like Microsoft, Zoom, and Webex quickly adapted. Spatial versions of native apps and significant support from enterprise sectors, including healthcare. Netflix, YouTube, and Spotify are still …

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Gemini 1.5 Pro: Human-Parity in Kalamang Translation

Quick Look Jeff Dean announced the launch of Gemini 1.5 Pro, featuring ultra-low resource translation capabilities for endangered languages, including Kalamang. Gemini 1.5 Pro achieved human parity in the MTOB benchmark, translating English to Kalamang with exceptional accuracy. Outperforming OpenAI’s Whisper exhibits superior audio comprehension, especially in long-context audio up to 105 minutes. Launched just …

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Sora: Revolutionizing AI with 60-Second Photoreal Videos

Quick Look Sora introduces photorealistic videos up to 60 seconds with advanced diffusion model technology. Demonstrations showcase capabilities from historical recreations to dynamic urban scenes, highlighting both potential and current limitations. Not yet public, Sora prioritizes safety and ethical considerations amidst growing concerns over AI-generated content. Competing with industry giants, Sora’s unique features stir significant …

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EU’s Tech Leeway & Microsoft’s €3.2B German Bet

Quick Look EU rules favour Apple and Microsoft, avoiding interoperability mandates and stricter controls. Decisions highlight the EU’s commitment to fair competition, innovation, and consumer choice in the digital market. Microsoft announces a significant investment of 3.2 billion euros in Germany, emphasizing artificial intelligence. The European Union (EU) has adopted a firm yet balanced approach …

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Anyone can program with the help of AI

AI Industry’s Impact: Trends, Growth, & Future Outlook

The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is gaining momentum, leading an increasing number of companies across various sectors to position themselves as AI stocks. Tech giants such as Nvidia, Microsoft, Alphabet (Google’s parent company), Apple, Adobe, and Workday are spearheading this trend, each staking a claim in the AI domain. However, this raises important questions about …

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Meta "Going Medieval" on Quest Headsets

$7B Merger: Cohesity & Veritas Set to Dominate Data

Quick Look Veritas Technologies merges its data protection business with Cohesity, aiming to enhance R&D, customer support, and business alliances. The merged entity forecasts a pro forma annual revenue of $1.6 billion, with recurring revenue of $1.3 billion and a valuation of $7 billion. Cohesity CEO Sanjay Poonen will continue as CEO, while Veritas CEO …

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Chip Giant Arm’s Q3: Revenue Up 13.81%, Shares Leap 40%

At A Glance Revenue for Q3 FY2024 reached US$824 million, marking a 13.81% increase year-over-year. Operating income and profit saw a significant reduction, decreasing by about 50% from the previous year. China’s contribution to total revenue grew to 25%, with revenue from related parties in the region accounting for 30%. Q4 revenue projections range between …

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Legal Sector Shift: Generative AI for Attorneys

Rapid Adoption: 60% of attorneys now use generative AI, reversing earlier trends of minimal engagement. In-house vs. Law Firms: In-house legal teams lead in implementing AI over traditional law firms. Key Use Cases: AI’s role spans contracting, ticketing, memo drafting, and knowledge management. Governance Challenges: Ethical concerns over AI bias and privacy call for tighter …

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Alphabet Seeks External Investments for GFiber Expansion

Alphabet Inc., the parent company of Google, has announced its plan to seek external investment for its subsidiary, GFiber, which specializes in Wi-Fi and internet connectivity services in select U.S. regions. This decision aligns with GFiber’s competitive landscape, which includes established internet service providers like Comcast, Verizon Communications, and AT&T. GFiber’s Growth Trajectory GFiber initiated …

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