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GeneralBeginnerGoogle Photos is getting a major upgrade with the introduction of “Ask Photos,” a new AI-powered search feature. This innovative tool allows users to ditch traditional keyword searches and instead ask questions in natural language to find their photos and videos. Imagine searching for “Show me the…
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Meta, formerly Facebook, has announced the closure of one of its lesser-known applications. The specific app being shut down has not been officially revealed, but the move signifies Meta’s changing focus and resource allocation. This decision comes as Meta heavily invests in the development of the…
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GeneralBeginnerAnthropic, the AI startup backed by Amazon, has launched its conversational AI assistant, Claude, across Europe blog post. European individuals and businesses can now access Claude through a web application and an iOS mobile app. Claude boasts “strong levels of comprehension and fluency” in…
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GeneralBeginnerPopular NFT collection Pudgy Penguins has achieved a major milestone in bridging the gap between the digital and physical worlds. According to the project’s CEO, Luca Schnetzler, over 1 million Pudgy Penguin plushies have been sold in the past year. This impressive sales figure highlights the…
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GeneralBeginnerOpenAI has unveiled GPT-4o, its latest flagship model. This groundbreaking technology boasts the ability to reason across audio, vision, and text data – all in real-time. This real-time, multimodal capability sets GPT-4o apart from its predecessors. Imagine having a conversation with a system that…
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GeneralBeginnerA government research institute in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has unveiled a new open-source artificial intelligence (AI) model, aiming to rival offerings from established tech giants. The Technology Innovation Institute (TII) in Abu Dhabi is behind the “Falcon 2” series, which consists of two…
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GeneralBeginnerBlockchain infrastructure firm Blockdaemon has received approval to expand its operations in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by establishing a new office and legal entity in Abu Dhabi. This move signifies a significant step for Blockdaemon as it seeks to bolster web3 adoption and drive the…
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GeneralBeginnerBharti Airtel, India’s second-largest telecom operator, has joined forces with Google Cloud to provide a comprehensive suite of cloud computing and generative AI (genAI) solutions to Indian businesses. This strategic partnership aims to leverage Airtel’s extensive customer base, encompassing over…
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GeneralBeginnerImagine being an American who only speaks English. Have you ever wondered how you’d sound when speaking another language? What if you could effortlessly adopt a French accent instead of your American one? Well, ElevenLabs AI makes this possible. It empowers you to speak languages you’ve never…
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GeneralBeginnerA pilot program in China is facing a hurdle: some workers paid in the country’s Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) are converting it back to regular cash as soon as they receive it. This news comes from a South China Morning Post report on May 13, 2024. China is currently testing its digital…
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GeneralBeginnerThe rise of the metaverse has sparked a lively debate among religious leaders about its potential role in worship. While some see it as a way to expand reach and accessibility, others raise concerns about the sanctity of physical spaces and the authenticity of virtual experiences. Proponents of…
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