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AI deals between Microsoft and OpenAI, Google and Samsung, in EU crosshairs
European Commission assesses tech partnerships for merger control compliance, focusing on potential market concentration effects. Regulators worldwide scrutinize Big Tech's dominance in AI, raising concerns about access for smaller developers. Vestager leads investigations into exclusive clauses and talent acquisitions, aiming to prevent monopolistic practices and promote fair competition.
'Exploitative': News nonprofit sues OpenAI, Microsoft for copyright infringement
The nonprofit, which produces Mother Jones and Reveal, said that OpenAI used its content without permission and without offering compensation, violating copyrights on the organization's journalism. The lawsuit, filed in a New York federal court, focuses on how AI-generated summaries of articles threaten publishers - a move CIR called exploitative. "It's immensely dangerous," Monika Bauerlein, the nonprofit's CEO, told AP. "Our existence relies on users finding our work valuable and deciding to support it."
These are the three stocks which may outperform Nvidia by 2030
Analysts have predicted that the dream run of Nvidia may end by 2027 due to various technological developments. There are three other companies that may outperform Nvidia by 2030. Google, Microsoft and Apple are three leading companies that may peak by 2030. They are actively promoting their AI related products and services.
How an IT professional took revenge against his manager's 'No Work From Home' policy
An IT professional, frustrated with his company's strict 'no work from home' policy, deleted Microsoft Teams and email from his phone to ensure he was unreachable after office hours. This defiant move garnered widespread support online after a screenshot of his Reddit post went viral. Many applauded his stance, highlighting the benefits of remote work and the importance of maintaining work-life balance.
What the arrival of AI phones and computers means for our data
Apple, Microsoft, and Google are leading the way in the development of artificially intelligent smartphones and computers, requiring more user data for tasks like photo editing and call monitoring. This raises privacy concerns as AI needs access to personal data across devices and apps.
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.
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Microsoft unveils Copilot+ PCs: All you need to know about these flagship AI-powered computers
Microsoft launched Copilot+ PCs, its flagship AI-powered personal computers. The devices are described as the fastest, most intelligent Windows PCs ever built, incorporating AI at the operating system level. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella stated that Copilot+ PCs mark the beginning of a new era for Windows, empowering users to be more productive and creative.
Ilya Sutskever’s new startup is the latest of many AI ventures coming out of Big Tech
Ilya Sutskever left OpenAI last month and is launching his own startup soon. This is the latest in a larger trend of professionals leaving tech titans to establish their own startups, pursue their own goals and avoid commercialisation of products.
Beware! These malware are masquerading as Microsoft and Google Chrome apps to cheat you
Cybersecurity experts are alerting people to stay safe from the increasing number of cybercrimes. Cybercriminals use techniques such as Trojan Horse and email lure to access private files and for financial scams.
How data, AI tech and quantum computing are shaping the future of work
Half of global GDP likely to be digitised by 2025. Every key sector in the country now be it BFSI, healthcare or digital natives is embracing AI.Quantum computing will be the next big technology to watch out for with the impact it can make in fields like drug discovery and material sciences.
Microsoft to delay release of Recall AI feature on security concerns
The Recall feature tracks web browsing to voice chats, creating a history stored on the computer that the user can search when they need to remember something they did, even months later.
Apple to break AI silence at developers conference
Apple on Monday will attempt to persuade doubters on its AI strategy after rivals raced ahead in adopting artificial intelligence. ChatGPT-style AI voraciously feeds off data and Apple will be at pains to fight the AI race while living up to its traditional position on safeguarding data privacy.
Meta hit with privacy complaints over AI plans
A Vienna-based privacy group filed complaints against Meta in 11 European countries over unlawful AI data use. Microsoft announced a $3.2 billion AI investment in Sweden over two years, AMD unveiled new AI chips to challenge Nvidia, and Cisco plans a $1 billion investment in AI startups for secure AI services.
US clears way for antitrust inquiries of Nvidia, Microsoft and OpenAI
Federal regulators are proceeding with antitrust investigations into Microsoft, OpenAI, and Nvidia in the AI industry. The Justice Department and FTC are leading the investigations, signaling increased scrutiny into AI technology.
Oppo sets up AI centre in China, rolled out over 100 Gen AI features on phones this year
Chinese smartphone brand Oppo said it has rolled out over 100 generative AI capabilities to its phones this year, and has set up an AI R&D center in China to develop proprietary technologies, having filed over 5,399 patents on the emerging technology worldwide.
SAP aims to double embedded AI use cases to 100 by year-end: SAP CEO
Klein was speaking at SAP’s annual conference Sapphire, where the company unveiled generative AI innovations and partnerships. Klein was speaking at SAP’s annual conference Sapphire, where the company unveiled generative AI innovations and partnerships.
Microsoft hit with Austrian privacy complaints over its education programme
Privacy advocacy group NOYB files complaints against Microsoft regarding its online education software, alleging GDPR violations.
End of Microsoft 10? Will it continue operating on your system? Here are the details
Microsoft has announced that all support and updates to Microsoft 10 will end in October 2025. The company has announced the launch of its new operating system.
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.
Elon Musk wants to keep this Windows feature always off and why he called it 'Black Mirror'
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella introduced "Recall," an AI tool that continuously takes screenshots to enhance productivity by providing a photographic memory-like capability. Elon Musk criticized the tool for privacy concerns, calling it a "Black Mirror episode." Despite Microsoft's assurances of robust privacy settings, the tool has sparked significant public backlash and ongoing debates about ethical AI use.
Microsoft debuts 'Copilot+' PCs with AI features
At an event on its campus in Redmond, Washington, Chief Executive Satya Nadella introduced what Microsoft calls "Copilot+" PCs, saying that it and a range of manufacturers would sell them, including Acer and Asustek Computer.
Google highlights Microsoft's cyber failures in effort to lure customers
Government agencies that switch 500 or more users to Google Workspace Enterprise Plus for three years will get one year free and be eligible for a "significant discount" for the rest of the contract, said Andy Wen, the senior director of product management for Workspace. The Alphabet division is offering 18 months free to corporate customers that sign a three-year contract, a hefty discount after that and incident response services from Google's Mandiant security business. All customers will receive free consulting services to help them make the switch.
Microsoft's AI Copilot to add new features next month
Irina Ghose, managing director, Microsoft India & South Asia said the company is set to release new features to its artificial intelligence (AI) assistant Copilot next month to improve user prompts which would consequently generate better responses by the chatbot.
Microsoft's AI Copilot to add new features next month
“We are announcing a few new features on Microsoft 365 Copilot,” said Irina Ghose, Managing Director, Microsoft India & South Asia. “One is called Auto-complete, where you might start with the prompt, but you're not very clear how to complete it. It just goes and completes it for you.”
Netflix hits 40 million users for ad-supported plan
Netflix's ad-tier plan costs $6.99 per month, compared with monthly plans of $9.99 from Warner Bros Discovery's streaming service Max and $7.99 for Walt Disney's Disney+. Last month, Comcast-owned streaming service Peacock said it would raise prices of its plans, that would take its ad-supported plan to $7.99 per month.
Internet browser Veera says it has crossed 1 million users
Veera, India's browser, achieves 1 million users in a year with tailored content and ad blocking. Founder Arjun Ghose drives continuous innovation and user experience enhancement to revolutionize the internet browsing experience.
Tech Mahindra, Microsoft collaborate to launch user-friendly unified workbench
The workbench system will help organisations accelerate the adoption of Microsoft Fabric and enable them to create complex data workflows with a simple to use interface, said Tech Mahindra in a statement.
HP plans retail expansion, affordable subscription models in India
HP’s global president Enrique Lores said India was on track to become the third largest economy globally, presenting a unique opportunity for companies to grow in such regions.
Microsoft Teams slowly returning to normalcy after outage
There were about 1,600 incidents of users reporting issues as of 05:20 p.m. ET, down from more than 14,000 earlier, according to outage tracking website Downdetector.com.
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