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Glean Technologies sets up India office, to invest up to $50 million
US-based Glean Technologies, which offers AI assistant platforms for businesses, has chosen to set up shop in Bengaluru, its first in India. The company plans to significantly expand its presence there, aiming to triple its staff to 450 within the next two years.
Who is Rishi Shah: The man who defrauded Goldman Sachs, Google of $1 billion
Rishi Shah, co-founder of Outcome Health, has been sentenced to seven and a half years in prison for orchestrating a $1 billion fraud scheme involving his healthcare advertising startup. The case has impacted major investors and drawn attention to corporate accountability.
All you need to know about Meta AI personal assistant
Meta's AI assistant integrates into social media, surpassing competitors, focusing on specific chatbox messages, offering quick editing features for influencers, aiding content creators and small business owners on various platforms.
Premium TVs for ultimate viewing experience (July 2024): Unmatched quality and innovation
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Search party: Google's dominance in internet search wanes amid rising app queries and AI threats
The search landscape is evolving rapidly, with Google facing challenges from specialized platforms and AI-driven search experiences. Users now turn to diverse platforms like Amazon and social media for different search needs, impacting Google's heft. The future of search seems to be personalized and AI-driven, reshaping how we navigate the digital world.
Google Translate to soon add 110 languages with help of AI
Google Translate will soon use its large language model PaLM 2 to support 110 languages, its largest expansion ever. The tech now supports 243 languages in total.
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Now you can book IndiGo flights using WhatsApp, here's how
IndiGo has launched 6Eskai, an AI-powered chatbot on WhatsApp, designed to simplify flight bookings and enhance customer service. Developed in collaboration with Google's Riafy Technologies, this feature allows passengers to book flights, check-in, and manage travel queries directly through WhatsApp, supporting multiple languages for widespread accessibility. IndiGo's initiative reflects its commitment to leveraging technology to improve customer experiences and streamline travel processes.
Google Cloud’s AI push is winning clients: Thomas Kurian
Google Cloud chief sees tech infra that govt wants to put together as an opportunity to work closely with India. He says so many Indian entrepreneurs are aspiring to build the next Google... ‘we are super supportive of it’.
Meta AI assistant rolls out with text, and image features
Meta has launched Meta AI across WhatsApp, Facebook, and Instagram, offering text and image generation capabilities. Ryan Cairns, VP of Engineering at Meta, highlighted the advantages of Meta AI over competitors like Gemini, ChatGPT, and Copilot.
Amazon mulls $5 to $10 monthly price tag for unprofitable Alexa service, AI revamp
Known internally as 'Banyan,' the project would represent the first major overhaul of the voice assistant since it was introduced in 2014 along with the Echo line of speakers. Amazon is keeping pace with competitors in generative AI, given that Google, Microsoft, and OpenAI have received significant praise for their advanced chatbots. These systems can swiftly generate coherent responses to complex prompts or inquiries.
Google launches Gemini mobile app in India, available in 9 Indian languages
Google CEO Sundar Pichai announced on Tuesday that the tech giant has launched the Gemini mobile app in India, available in English and nine Indian languages. The company will also add local languages to Gemini Advanced, along with other new features.
You.com startup is raising $50 million as it targets AI-assistant market
Similarweb dat shows You.com received 11 million visitors in May, marking an increase in web traffic for the year. However, this figure remains below its peak of 20 million visitors in February 2023. Following ChatGPT's role in ignited interest in You.com's AI-powered search engine in early 2023, some users have since started exploring other options.
Apple brings ChatGPT and more AI to devices, Wall Street unimpressed
In the nearly two-hour long presentation at Apple's annual developer conference, executives including CEO Tim Cook touted how voice assistant Siri would be able to interact with messages, emails, calendar, as well as third party apps. Siri will be able to write emails and change the tone of voice to suit the occasion.
Apple shows off AI features at annual conference
Apple also said it would group messages in its email client starting later this year, categorizing them in a primary folder, a transactions folder, a promotions folder and other more specific groupings, for instance communications by an airline. The high-level categorizations are similar to a now-old feature in competitor Google's Gmail.
Apple shows off updated, mixed-reality headset at AI-focused event
Apple showcases AI integration at developer conference, including revamped Siri and possible tie-up with OpenAI's ChatGPT for iOS 18.
AI is sole focus at Apple's annual conference
Apple faces competition from Nvidia and plans to introduce AI features in iOS 18 at the conference. The event will highlight advancements in Siri and AI chip technology.
AI search goes awry for Google
The incorrect answers in the feature called AI Overview have undermined trust in a search engine that more than 2 billion people turn to for authoritative information.
Amazon to launch AI-overhauled Alexa with paid plans, CNBC reports
While the e-commerce giant is yet to nail down the price of the new services, a subscription to Alexa will not be included in its popular $139 annual Prime offering, the report said, citing people with knowledge of the company's plans.
Sundar Pichai and '3 Idiots': Google CEO references Aamir Khan's famous motor scene during interview. But why?
Sundar Pichai during a recent interview with content creator Varun Mayya referenced Aamir Khan's iconic motor scene from '3 Idiots' to emphasize the importance of deep understanding over rote learning. This snippet, shared on Instagram, quickly went viral, sparking discussions on Pichai's insights and the enduring impact of cinematic narratives in modern discourse. The interview showcased Pichai's unique perspective and contributions to the tech landscape.
These AI-powered features will make Gmail incredible. Know about 'Summersize', 'Q&A' and 'Contextual smart reply' features
More than 1.8 billion people worldwide use Google's signature email service Gmail. The upcoming features and seemingly smooth integration of Google's AI model Gemini could take Gmail to the next level. Know in detail
Google unleashes AI in search, raising hopes for better results and fears about less web traffic
The AI overviews are supposed to only crop up when Google's technology determines they will be the quickest and most effective way to satisfy a user's curiosity — a solution mostly likely to happen with complex subjects or when people are brainstorming, or planning. People will likely still see Google's traditional website links and ads for simple searches for things like a store recommendation or weather forecasts.
Google I/O 2024 key announcements: Check latest Android features, Gemini upgrades, new AI assistant and more
Google I/O 2024 highlighted Google's strides in AI, especially with Gemini models improving applications like Workspace and Chrome. They're launching AI-generated answers atop search results in the US, with a global rollout planned, impacting how over a billion users access information. While this promises streamlined searches, concerns about site traffic remain. Other innovations showcased include Veo for video creation, Gemini's expanded capabilities, and Project Astra, an ambitious AI assistant.
OpenAI unveils new AI model, releases GPT-4o to all users for free
OpenAI researchers showed off ChatGPT's new voice assistant capabilities. In one demonstration, the ChatGPT voice assistant was able to read out a bedtime story in different voices, emotions and tones.
Google I/O 2024: What to expect? Check where and when to watch the livestream
Google I/O 2024 is set to begin this year on Tuesday in Mountain View, California. The event promises a deep dive into Google's latest innovations, focusing on software updates, AI advancements, and more. The keynote, led by Sundar Pichai, will start at 10 AM Pacific Time (10:30 PM India Time) and will be live-streamed on Google's official YouTube channel. Expect insights into Android's future, updates on generative AI like Gemini AI, and potential teasers of upcoming Google hardware.
Microsoft hit with $242 million US verdict in Cortana patent lawsuit
Microsoft ordered to pay $242 million to IPA for infringing IPA patent with Cortana. IPA under Wi-LAN. Lawsuit filed in 2018. Microsoft denies infringement. IPA also sued Google and Amazon.
Google Pixel 8a launched in India: Tensor G3 powered smartphone gets seven years of OS updates; price starts at Rs 52,999
Google Pixel 8a Launch: Google has launched the Pixel 8a, a budget-friendly smartphone packed with advanced AI features. It comes with a powerful dual camera system, AI-powered photo and video tools, enhanced productivity features, and a durable design. The device offers a range of storage options, a vibrant display, family-friendly features, and robust security measures. With competitive pricing and long-term software support, the Pixel 8a aims to deliver a premium experience at an affordable price point.
'End of an era': Google employee who got laid off after 19 years of service
A Google software engineer, who has been with the company for nearly two decades, has been laid off as part of the latest round of job cuts.
Google working on AI-powered customer support feature for personalised assistance
The beta version of this support is currently accessible through select services like Maps and Google Play.
Meet 'Pixie,' the Gemini-powered AI assistant Google is developing for Pixel phones
Exclusive to the Pixel 9 series, Pixie promises a highly personalised experience by using data from various Google products on users' phones.
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