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Microsoft promotes new tools for making AI software amid competition

At a developer conference in Seattle, Chief Executive Satya Nadella promoted new application programming interfaces, or APIs

Chinese tech giants cut prices of language models used to power AI chatbots

It was quickly followed by Baidu, which hours later announced that its Ernie Speed and Ernie Lite models would be free for all business users

Soon, WhatsApp could let you clear all unread chats in one go: Details here

Reportedly, WhatsApp is testing a new option that will allow users to clear their unread message count whenever they open the app

Microsoft Copilot Plus AI PCs from Samsung, Asus, and more are coming soon

Microsoft has announced that the first wave of Copilot Plus AI PCs will be available from June 18, 2024. However, Indian consumers may have to wait a tad longer no OEM has announced India launch as ye

US antitrust law alleging iPhone mkt monopoly should be dismissed: Apple

In the letter to the judge, Apple said the DOJ relies on a new theory of antitrust liability that no court has recognized.

Not halted any orders of Nvidia's advanced chip in market, says Amazon

The Project Ceiba transition was announced by the two firms in March when Nvidia unveiled the new Blackwell chips

Explainer: Understanding AI PCs and the underlying technology powering them

PC makers are hoping such features will help draw in buyers as more people lean on generative AI for everything from sending emails to planning vacations

Realme GT 6T India launch today at 12 pm: Where to watch and what to expect

Realme Buds Air 6 wireless earbuds will launch alongside the GT 6T smartphone at 12 noon on May 22

Motorola Edge 50 Fusion goes on sale with introductory offers: Know details

Launched in India on May 16, the Motorola Edge 50 Pro goes on first sale today, on May 22, from 12 pm on e-commerce platform Flipkart

Microsoft Build highlights: Phi-3-vision, Team Copilot, and more announced

Microsoft's developers-oriented event focused on artificial intelligence integration across its platforms and services

Financial support for GPU infra will increase AI adoption, say analysts

While the industry welcomed the announcement, it also highlighted some other areas that need government intervention, including skilling initiatives and regulatory support

Google brings new artificial intelligence-powered updates to advertisements

The tools for retailers include a new profile option for e-commerce brands, generative AI features for more effective product imagery, and new immersive ad formats

Second global AI summit secures safety commitments from companies

Alphabet's Google, Meta, Microsoft and OpenAI, and firms from China, South Korea and the UAE are among the firms

Europe sets benchmark for rest of the world with landmark AI laws

EU vote came two months after lawmakers backed AI legislation drafted in 2021

Actors union backs Scarlett Johansson after claim of voice misuse by OpenAI

OpenAI unveiled its latest artificial intelligence model, GPT-4o, last week, featuring an audio-interacting persona named "Sky"

Samsung replaces chip chief with veteran exec Jun as SK Hynix takes AI lead

The move is likely aimed at catching up in the market for top-end chips used in artificial intelligence (AI) such as high bandwidth memory (HBM) chips where Samsung has fallen behind rivals

Industry 4.0: Uttar Pradesh govt to equip future workforce with AI

State's Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with IBM for free online courses in such programmes across more than 500 affiliated colleges

Tech wrap May 21: Microsoft event highlights, Sony Bravia 2 launch and more

Microsoft announces Copilot Plus PCs. Sony unveiled the Bravia 2, enhancing its television lineup with gaming features. Vivo introduced the Y200 Pro, targeting the mid-range smartphone market

Indian digital economy growing at 2.8%, will reach $1 trn by FY28: IT Min

The government earlier expected India to reach the $1 trillion-mark by 2026-27 but the target has been moved by a year due to various reasons, including the Covid-19 pandemic, he said

Apple's next-generation iPhone SE could carry new design, higher price tag

The next-generation Apple iPhone SE could launch next year with a 10 per cent increase in price within the US, according to a media report