The metaverse might not be gaining traction as much as was anticipated when the concept was introduced, but the technology has been implemented across sectors including education where some US universities are warming to virtual classes. Proponents of virtual learning
Chinese tech giant Baidu is setting up a venture capital fund of $145 million or 1 billion yuan to back AI-focused startups. Baidu co-founder and CEO Robin Li announced the launch of the fund at a JP Morgan summit in
A Texas federal judge has ordered that AI-generated content should not be used to make arguments in court, and that such information must be declared and verified by a human. Judge Brantley Starr’s ruling comes after one attorney, Steven Schwartz,
The world’s most valuable chip maker Nvidia has unveiled a new batch of AI-centric products, as the company rides on the generative AI wave where anyone can be a programmer. Nvidia announced a new supercomputer and a networking system, while
The Hong Kong Police Force cybersecurity unit has launched a metaverse platform, CyberDefender, to promote metaverse crime prevention and highlight the risks associated with Web3. The initiative will equip citizens with skills and strategies relevant in tackling technology-related crimes in
Google has started rolling out its AI- powered search beginning with opening access to Search Labs, its new home for testing search features. One of the key outstanding features in Labs is the Search Generative Experience (SGE). SGE puts an
As the AI race continues to gather pace, Microsoft has announced a number of new AI features, especially for Bing, as part of efforts to capture more of the billions of dollars in global search advertising market, projected to reach
Adobe has integrated AI into its flagship Photoshop, amid fears of job losses and a spike in faked images. As tech companies continue to unleash tools offering users the ability to create fake images, synthetic audio and video, even policymakers
Legendary rapper Ice Cube has spoken out against AI-generated music as well as platforms that distribute it, branding AI as “demonic.” AI-generated content in the art and entertainment industry, especially music, has garnered conversation in recent weeks. There have been
US senators propose AI regulation commission amid growing concerns over the possible dangers of fast-moving AI developments. This comes a few days after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman appeared before Congress where he spoke about the dangers and opportunities of AI
Electric vehicle maker Tesla has shared a video of its updated AI humanoid bot Optimus in action, showing improvements since it was last showcased at the AI Day in 2022. Last year at the AI event, Tesla showed off two
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman appeared before Congress on Tuesday to testify about the dangers and opportunities of AI, saying there is “urgent” need for regulation. The 38-year-old executive largely agreed with the members of a Senate subcommittee on the need
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