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Apple denies using YouTube videos for training Apple Intelligence: Report - ctrlf5
Apple denies using YouTube videos for training Apple Intelligence: Report

Apple has clarified that its suite of artificial intelligence features, collectively known as Apple Intelligence, is not powered by the company’s OpenELM AI model. In a statement to 9To5Mac, the Cupertino-based tech giant confirmed that “OpenELM doesn’t power any of its AI or machine learning features – including Apple Intelligence.” This clarification follows a Wired […]

  • AI
  • Meta
Meta Wants To Get Small With Its AI Language Models - ctrlf5
Meta Wants To Get Small With Its AI Language Models

While large language AI models like ChatGPT, Gemini, and Llama dominate the headlines, Meta is shifting focus to small language models. According to a recently published paper by Meta’s research team, the company is betting on these smaller models as the future of AI. Large language models typically use billions, even trillions, of parameters, making […]

  • AMD
  • PC
AMD Enters AI PC Race, Closes Microsoft Copilot+ Launch Gaps - ctrlf5
AMD Enters AI PC Race, Closes Microsoft Copilot+ Launch Gaps

The AI PC market has evolved rapidly since the first generation of AI PCs debuted a few months ago. Microsoft and Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X Elite spearheaded the second generation. While impressive, these products didn’t cater to three key sectors: workstation-class machines, gaming PCs, and PCs for professional creators. They were adequate for most users but […]

  • AI
  • Alphabet
  • CMA CGM
Shipping giant CMA CGM signs AI deal with Google - ctrlf5
Shipping giant CMA CGM signs AI deal with Google

French shipping and logistics giant CMA CGM has entered a partnership with Alphabet’s Google to accelerate the implementation of AI solutions across its global operations, the two companies announced on Thursday. CMA CGM aims to boost efficiency and reduce delivery times by optimizing routes, container handling, and inventory management while also cutting costs and minimizing […]

Nokia reports 32% drop in profit but sees recovery in 2nd half - ctrlf5
Nokia reports 32% drop in profit but sees recovery in 2nd half

Nokia reported a 32% decline in second-quarter operating profit due to weak demand for 5G telecom equipment. However, the Finnish telecoms group anticipates a sales recovery towards the end of 2024, driven by orders from North America. The adjusted profit, which excludes certain charges and asset revaluations for comparability with last year’s results, dropped to […]

  • Artificial Agency
  • NPC
Artificial Agency raises $16M to use AI to make NPCs feel more realistic in video games - ctrlf5
Artificial Agency raises $16M to use AI to make NPCs feel more realistic in video games

A team of ex-Google DeepMind researchers has launched an AI behavior engine designed to enhance the traditional video gaming experience by revolutionizing the behavior and interactions of non-playable characters (NPCs). While many companies are leveraging AI to create more lifelike NPCs, Canada-based Artificial Agency, emerging from stealth mode with $16 million in funding, believes its […]

  • Funding
  • Tech Startups
10 Biggest Funding Rounds in Romania in H1 2024 - ctrlf5
10 Biggest Funding Rounds in Romania in H1 2024

At the midpoint of 2024, the Romanian innovation ecosystem has exhibited remarkable momentum, with substantial investments flowing from both local and international investors. Compared to the previous half-year review, the total amount raised by the top 10 players has reached €65.5 million, marking an increase of €3.8 million from H1 2023. This diverse group of […]

  • Microsoft
  • OpenAI
Microsoft gives up its observer seat on OpenAI’s board - ctrlf5
Microsoft gives up its observer seat on OpenAI’s board

Microsoft has announced it will relinquish its observer board seat at OpenAI, despite having invested over $10 billion in the company and extensively integrating OpenAI’s AI models across its product line. The observer board seat, which did not carry voting rights, was intended for Microsoft to monitor the board’s activities. This seat was secured in […]

  • Alphabet
  • Google
Google is closing in on its biggest deal: a New York startup that’s less than 4 years old - ctrlf5
Google is closing in on its biggest deal: a New York startup that’s less than 4 years old

According to The Wall Street Journal, Alphabet is nearing an agreement to acquire Wiz, a cloud cybersecurity startup, for approximately $23 billion. According to unnamed sources, the Google parent company is in advanced negotiations with the four-year-old startup, and a deal is expected soon unless discussions collapse. This would be Google’s largest acquisition, surpassing the $12.5 […]