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AmazonFunded Groups Rally Against Microsofts Cloud Dominance

Amazon is backing advocacy groups aiming to curb Microsofts rise in government cloud contracts. The groups argue that Microsofts Azure service locks c

Amazon is backing advocacy groups aiming to curb Microsofts rise in government cloud contracts. The groups argue that Microsofts Azure service locks customers in, hindering tech progress. Amazons substantial funding to these groups influences their efforts, advocating for Microsoft products on any cloud system, especially Amazon Web Services. Through lobbying and complaints, they push for open access to Microsoft software on various cloud platforms. Evidence suggests Amazons direct involvement in crafting statements for these groups, despite their claims of representing member consensus. Amazon denies authoring these statements. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Spotifys CuttingEdge Alliance with Google Cloud Boosts Personalized Recommendations

Spotify and Google Cloud joined forces to use advanced AI models LLMs to understand how users listen to podcasts and audiobooks, enabling tailored rec

Spotify and Google Cloud joined forces to use advanced AI models LLMs to understand how users listen to podcasts and audiobooks, enabling tailored recommendations. These LLMs, such as ChatGPT and Google Bard, are AIpowered tools trained on diverse data to create content. Google Cloud, a part of Alphabet, houses various LLMs PaLM 2, Codey, Imagen, Chirp trained on text, code, images, audio, and video. Spotify, an early adopter of AI, started by using it for music suggestions and now wants to expand this tech to improve recommendations for podcasts and audiobooks. Spotifys goal is to increase revenue by focusing on nonmusic content like podcasts and audiobooks, using AI advancements. This aligns with their strategy to profit from highmargin formats, despite the previous significant costs of venturing into these areas. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Indias Auto Industries to Benefit from Teslas Expansion Plans

Indias Commerce Minister, Piyush Goyal, visited Teslas Fremont facility, lauding Indian talents role in Teslas operations and their pivotal contributi

Indias Commerce Minister, Piyush Goyal, visited Teslas Fremont facility, lauding Indian talents role in Teslas operations and their pivotal contribution to the electric vehicle EV sector. Goyal revealed plans for Tesla to double auto component imports from India, strengthening their partnership. Elon Musks prior meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi signaled future collaborations, with Musk intending to visit India in 2024. Goyals visit coincides with talks of potential customs duty concessions for Teslas manufacturing plant in India. The government clarified no separate policy for Tesla, urging the use of existing schemes like ProductionLinked Incentives PLI for innovation in ACC battery storage, auto, and drone industries, aligning with Indias sustainable development goals. Goyal affirmed the governments commitment to fair policies. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Clean Energy Employment Surges, Outpacing Fossil Fuels

In 2021, clean energy jobs globally surpassed traditional fossil fuel jobs for the first time, totaling 35 million compared to fossil fuels 32 million

In 2021, clean energy jobs globally surpassed traditional fossil fuel jobs for the first time, totaling 35 million compared to fossil fuels 32 million, according to the International Energy Agency. Clean energy is growing at 3.6 times the rate of fossil fuel jobs, with 4.7 million new clean energy jobs created worldwide. India saw increased fossil fuel employment postpandemic but also generated a substantial number of new clean energy jobs, ranking third globally in the energy workforce. China observed significant growth in clean energy employment but a decline in fossil fuel jobs, while coal industry employment continues to shrink globally, especially in less mechanized markets like China and India. Labor productivity rise poses challenges for these countries as coal jobs decline. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

GMUAW Agreement Rebounds as Majority Backs Deal in Recent Votes

The United Auto Workers UAW agreement with General Motors GM is back on track for ratification as over 54% of finalized votes from around 30,700 autow

The United Auto Workers UAW agreement with General Motors GM is back on track for ratification as over 54% of finalized votes from around 30,700 autoworkers support the deal. Initially faced with major assembly plants rejecting it, the vote swing saw GMs Arlington Assembly and a joint venture battery plant in favor of the pact. While Ford Motor and Stellantis votes have been mostly favorable, GMs deal includes 25% wage hikes and benefits. Despite discontent among some veteran workers over unmet expectations for a shorter workweek, the UAW emphasizes members authority in contract decisions. Rejection at GM would reflect poorly on UAW President Shawn Fain despite praise for the negotiated terms. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

UK Urges Tariff Concessions on EVs in IndiaUK FTA for Auto Market Entry

The UK aims for tariff concessions on Electric Vehicles EVs in ongoing IndiaUK FTA talks, seeking entry into Indias auto market, the worlds thirdlarge

The UK aims for tariff concessions on Electric Vehicles EVs in ongoing IndiaUK FTA talks, seeking entry into Indias auto market, the worlds thirdlargest. With plans to phase out Internal Combustion IC engines by 2035, London eyes increased EV exports beyond the EU. Indias 100% tariffs on imported cars prompt this move. Pending issues, including rules of origin and intellectual property rights IPR, delay the FTAs signing, initially slated for last years Diwali. Both nations, amid upcoming elections, aim to finalize the deal, having settled 21 out of 26 chapters. Indian Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar highlights the FTA as a key focus in IndiaUK relations, aiming for a mutually beneficial agreement. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

YouTubes Latest Update Unveils Seamless Content Continuation Across Devices

YouTube has launched significant updates to enrich the user experience, introducing enhanced 1080p resolution for Android and TVs. Initially, on iOS a

YouTube has launched significant updates to enrich the user experience, introducing enhanced 1080p resolution for Android and TVs. Initially, on iOS and the web, this quality boost adapts based on connection or user settings, accessible in the quality menu. Expanding its usability, the "Continue watching" feature spans tablets and smart TVs, allowing seamless content continuation. An experimental addition, "Conversational AI," introduces an "Ask" button for video queries and summarizes comments via AI. US users gain thirdparty perks through Premium benefits, from gaming bundles to memberships. These augment YouTube Premiums adfree viewing, downloads, and recent features like queuing and Meet Live Sharing, promising more exclusives ahead. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          

Copilot Takes Flight Microsofts Revamped AI Chat for All

Microsoft revealed the rebranding of Bing Chat to "Copilot" at Ignite, offering a standalone web page for access. This shift enables users to utilize

Microsoft revealed the rebranding of Bing Chat to "Copilot" at Ignite, offering a standalone web page for access. This shift enables users to utilize Copilot beyond Bing and Windows, accessible via any browser. Signin via a Microsoft account or Entra ID for enterprise users is mandatory. Additionally, Microsoft expanded AI capabilities across services like Teams, Microsoft 365, and Azure. Copilot Studio, a lowcode tool, customizes Copilot for Microsoft 365, empowering tailored versions for specific tasks. It merges conversational abilities and plugins, available in preview for Microsoft 365. Similarly, OpenAI introduced a tool akin to personalize ChatGPT. Updates to Teams include AIdriven noise reduction, background enhancement, and immersive 3D spaces for meetings in January 2024. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 1 years ago          



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