Google is advancing artificial intelligence that autonomously operates web browsers, aiming to simplify activities like research and online shopping, according to The Information. Dubbed Project Jarvis, the technology is expected to be demonstrated as soon as December alongside Google’s upcoming Gemini large language model. Similarly, Microsoft-supported OpenAI has pursued autonomous web browsing for research with […]
Meta Platforms has announced that its AI chatbot will utilize Reuters’ news content to deliver real-time responses on current events and news, marking another collaboration between a major tech company and a news publisher. While details of the financial arrangement remain undisclosed, this partnership represents Meta’s first news-related deal in recent years. The initiative arrives […]
YouTube is trialing a new “Premium Lite” subscription that offers an ad-reduced experience at nearly half the price of its full Premium plan. At $8.99 per month, Premium Lite comes in at a lower cost compared to the $16.99 regular Premium, although it doesn’t include features like ad-free YouTube Music, background play, or offline downloads. […]
With politics becoming a key factor in dating, many popular dating apps are adding features to help users connect based on their political views as elections approach. Tinder, for example, has rolled out a “Take Action Center,” which allows users to add profile stickers highlighting their voting plans and key political issues. Among the most […]
As founders gear up for an AI-driven future, Gusto’s co-founder and technology leader, Edward Kim, has voiced a different perspective on AI hiring strategies. Rather than cutting current staff to onboard specialized AI engineers, Kim believes this approach is misguided. He suggests that nontechnical staff often possess a better understanding of customer needs and challenges […]
On Friday, Meta announced the release of a new batch of AI models from its research division, including a “Self-Taught Evaluator” that will reduce the need for human involvement in AI development.The release follows Meta’s introduction of the tool in an August paper, which detailed how it relies upon the same “chain of thought” technique […]
While not everyone is convinced of the return on investment in generative AI, it’s still an exciting field to watch! But it’s great to see that many investors are feeling the same way, as the latest figures from funding tracker PitchBook show. In Q3 2024, VCs invested a whopping $3.9 billion in generative AI startups […]
Wimbledon is set to embrace technology by introducing Live Electronic Line Calling (ELC), phasing out the traditional human line judges who have been part of the tournament for nearly 150 years. This move, aimed at improving officiating accuracy, has stirred mixed emotions among fans and line callers alike. For decades, line judges at Wimbledon have […]
While Apple’s Vision Pro hasn’t made waves in the tech world yet, the company remains committed to developing mixed reality devices that blend the digital and physical worlds. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is gearing up for another major release in its mixed reality lineup as early as 2024. This new headset is expected […]
Google is testing a new feature aimed at keeping users within its search results, this time taking aim at the recipe blog industry. The feature, called “Quick View,” offers a streamlined experience for users searching for recipes. For example, if someone searches for a “chocolate chip cookie recipe,” they might see a “Quick View” button […]
Meta has announced that it removed a network of fake accounts targeting Russian-speaking Moldovans in the lead-up to the country’s October 20 presidential election, citing violations of its policy on inauthentic behavior. Moldovan authorities, in parallel, blocked multiple Telegram channels and bots allegedly used to bribe voters to cast “no” votes in a referendum on […]
TikTok, the social media giant owned by ByteDance, is making significant cuts to its global workforce as part of its transition towards more AI-driven content moderation. The company announced on Friday that it is laying off hundreds of employees, with a major impact on its team in Malaysia. Reports initially indicated that over 700 employees […]