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Microsoft Unveils AIPowered Copilot+ and Windows 11 Enhancements for Smarter Daily Tasks

Microsoft aims to integrate AI tools into daily chores by releasing significant upgrades for Windows 11 and its AIpowered Copilot+ PCs. Using their ow

Microsoft aims to integrate AI tools into daily chores by releasing significant upgrades for Windows 11 and its AIpowered Copilot+ PCs. Using their own words to describe stuff, users can search files and photographs, edit older photos, and get task completion recommendations using tools like "Click to Do." Microsoft claims that the new Recall function, which records and searches device activity, would be optin and secured by Windows Hello, alluring users fears about security. Microsoft plans to gradually roll out these functionalities in October 2024 as it continues incorporating AI into products made by Dell, HP, and Lenovo, among other key manufacturers. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 15 days ago          

Google Rolls Out AIPowered Ask with Video Feature for Lens on Android and iOS

The "Ask with Video" feature for Lens, previously shown at I/O 2024, is now available on both iOS and Android smartphones from Google. This tool, powe

The "Ask with Video" feature for Lens, previously shown at I/O 2024, is now available on both iOS and Android smartphones from Google. This tool, powered by multimodal generative AI, enables better troubleshooting for gadgets and devices and lets users ask enquiries via video. For instance, it may locate relevant search results seconds after analysing a video of a broken record player. Googles Gemini model provides video framebyframe processing and comprehensive responses, supporting the technology. By reducing complicated online searches to instantaneous, AIpowered answers, this upgrade dramatically expands the usefulness of Google Lens, especially for doityourselfers. A comparable technology, Apples Visual Intelligence, is also being released. For iPhones, the capability is available through the Google app. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 15 days ago          

SoftBanks Vision Fund to Invest $500 Million in OpenAIs $6.5 Billion Funding Round

According to a report by The Information, $500 million will be invested by SoftBanks Vision Fund in OpenAIs most recent investment round, which intend

According to a report by The Information, $500 million will be invested by SoftBanks Vision Fund in OpenAIs most recent investment round, which intends to raise $6.5 billion through convertible notes. With this investment, SoftBank entered the AI startup headed by Sam Altman for the first time. Currently, OpenAI is valued at $150 billion if it can reorganise its corporate structure and do away with an investor profit ceiling. Notably, it has been stated that Apple has decided not to participate in this big fundraising round. By reorganising, OpenAI hopes to increase investor returns and profitability by becoming a forprofit company that is not dependent on its nonprofit board. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          

Cerebras Systems Reports 300% Revenue Surge in 2023 Amid AI Demand, Plans IPO

In its preparations for a U.S. initial public offering IPO, Cerebras Systems forecast an impressive tripling of its yearly income for 2023. The artifi

In its preparations for a U.S. initial public offering IPO, Cerebras Systems forecast an impressive tripling of its yearly income for 2023. The artificial intelligence chip startup credited its success to the growing demand from semiconductor manufacturers for AI applications like ChatGPT. Remarkably, Nvidia has more than quadrupled in value this year, momentarily overtaking Microsoft as the most valuable corporation in the world. Cerebrass IPO will gauge investor enthusiasm for AI investments, notwithstanding some investor scepticism about the AI stock bubble. For the year ending 31 December 2023, the Sunnyvale, Californiabased company brought in $78.74 million in sales, up from $24.62 million in 2022. At the same time, its net loss decreased to $127.16 million from $177.72 million. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          

Suez Canal Revenues Plummet 60% Amid Houthi Attacks, Causing $6 Billion in Losses

In response to interruptions brought on by Houthi strikes in the Red Sea, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah elSissi declared a sharp 60% drop in Suez Ca

In response to interruptions brought on by Houthi strikes in the Red Sea, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah elSissi declared a sharp 60% drop in Suez Canal income, or over $6 billion in damages. At a Cairo Police Academy graduation ceremony, ElSissi emphasised the gravity of the situation and cautioned that continuing confrontations might further destabilise the area. Shipping firms have redirected their vessels to avoid the Red Sea through the Suez Canal, a vital source of foreign exchange for Egypt. Tensions have escalated as the Houthis have declared their intention to strike ships connected to Israel. ElSissi issued a dire warning with global implications if the existing status quo continues. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          

Qatar Airways Set to Acquire 25% Stake in Virgin Australia, Boosting Competition with Qantas

To upend Qantas Airways QAN.AX in the Australian market, Qatar Airways plans to purchase a 25% share in Virgin Australia from American private equity

To upend Qantas Airways QAN.AX in the Australian market, Qatar Airways plans to purchase a 25% share in Virgin Australia from American private equity company Bain Capital. The Australian government, which has previously refused Qatar more flying rights to critical cities like Sydney and Melbourne, must approve the contract, the financial specifics of which are still unknown. Jayne Hrdlicka, CEO of Virgin Australia, underlined that by gaining access to Qatars size and experience, this alliance will strengthen the airlines competitive edge. Qantas shares dropped 4.3% after the announcement. With regulatory permission, Virgin Australia intends to launch flights to Doha by the middle of 2025 from vital Australian cities. In addition, Cathay Pacific and the parent business of British Airways are owned by Qatar Airways. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          

Nio Partners with UK Startup Monolith to Revolutionize EV Battery Packs in Europe

To improve electric car battery packs throughout Europe, Nio and UKbased AI software firm Monolith have established a collaboration. With intentions t

To improve electric car battery packs throughout Europe, Nio and UKbased AI software firm Monolith have established a collaboration. With intentions to extend to China and enable interaction with other Chinese manufacturers, the partnership intends to start testing in five European markets. Monolith focuses on battery development and uses machine learning algorithms to close the gap between Western automakers and their Chinese rivals. Monolith works with leading manufacturers such as MercedesBenz, BMW, and Honda. With only a few minutes, consumers may evaluate the performance and endurance of batteries in realtime by using Nios unique batteryswapping service. With the help of investors like Pentech and Insight Partners, Monolith has raised about $22 million in capital. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          

Crypto Drainer Malware Discovered in Fake WalletConnect App on Google Play, Steals $70,000 from Users

Hidden in the WalletConnect app on Google Play, security researchers at Check Point Research CPR found crypto drainer malware that targets only mobile

Hidden in the WalletConnect app on Google Play, security researchers at Check Point Research CPR found crypto drainer malware that targets only mobile users. Uploading in March 2024, the malicious program imitated the official WalletConnect protocol and remained hidden for five months, gaining over 10,000 downloads and stealing over $70,000 in cryptocurrencies before Google removed it. After deceiving victims into linking their cryptocurrency wallets, the spyware secretly sent them to a malicious website to approve transactions. It started by withdrawing money from pricey cryptocurrency tokens across blockchain networks. The creators filled the apps website with favourable evaluations to cover up the fraud, even though 20 victims had left negative reviews. Google Play has since removed the app. Read More..

B2B Tech News | 19 days ago          



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