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OpenAI releases new API functions, features for GPT-3.5 Turbo and 4

Microsoft-owned OpenAI has released the new versions of its text-generating AI models GPT-3.5-turbo and GPT-4, with a capability called function calling

Logitech MX Keys S Combo review: A feature-packed keyboard and mouse bundle

Logitech MX Keys S Combo offers a premium package with features tailored for a comprehensive user experience. However, its premium price tag of Rs 22,995 may become a deciding factor for some users

Bayer partners Cargill to bring digital solutions, market info to farmers

Global life sciences firm Bayer on Monday said it has signed an agreement with US-based food major Cargill to empower smallholder farmers with digital solutions, including comprehensive information on market prices, weather forecasts, and pre- to post-harvest insights. Drawing upon the capabilities of innovative platforms such as Cargill's 'Digital Saathi' - a mobile-first, AI-driven service platform tailored to hyper-localised needs, and Bayer's Better Life Farming Centres that supports over 5,00,000 smallholder farmers, this strategic partnership is dedicated to improving market access for smallholder farmers, it said in a statement. "This partnership between Bayer and Cargill endeavours to connect with 3 million farmers across India within the next five years. Initially, the partnership will be implemented in Karnataka and Madhya Pradesh and subsequently expand to other regions," the company added. Bayer's e-commerce strategy involves expanding tailored solutions through the ...

Gizmore launches new smartwatch with Ultra HD Curve display at Rs 1,299

Homegrown smart accessories brand Gizmore has launched its latest 'Made in India' smartwatch, featuring a 1.39 inch (3.54 cm) Ultra HD Always ON curve screen and a premium sleek and slim metal body

Democratisation of technology key tool to help bridge data divide: PM Modi

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday pitched for democratisation of technology to bridge the data divide, and told G20 delegates that India is willing to share its experience with partner countries as digitalisation has brought about a revolutionary change here. Speaking to G20 development ministers through a video address, Modi also batted for reforms in multilateral financial institutions to expand their eligibility criteria to ensure that finance is accessible to those in need. He underlined the growing data divide and said high quality data is critical to meaningful policy-making and efficient public delivery. "In India digitalisation has brought about a revolutionary change. Technology is being used as a tool to empower people," he said. Modi spoke about his government's work to boost development in over 100 aspirational districts, a reference to underdeveloped areas. Experience has shown that these districts have emerged as a catalyst for the country's growth and urged the

Traditional AI deployment of 70% companies has failed: BCG X executives

AI and GAI are beyond providing just efficiencies in data management, etc. It is about the transformation of business operations, said Sylvain Duranton, MD and senior partner, BCGX

We must be a product nation, make our own chips: HCL's Ajai Chowdhry

Countries want to invest in semiconductors. It's very tough to get investments. But in 40 nanometers and above, I believe we still have chance, said Ajai Chowdhry, co-founder of HCLTech

Brands are using emotional AI to enhance the customer's in-store experience

As AI assumes greater significance in our lives, its deployment in offline retail will only become bigger

Neuro feedback devices that read your mind are here

Mind-reading devices read the movement of pupils, heart rates and brain impulses. They will be able to predict human movement, action and thought

MNC captives woo talent and biz from domestic IT services companies

Over the past few years, about 30% of outsourcing work has moved to GCCs

Realme 11 Pro series smartphones launched in India: Price, specs, unboxing

Price starting at Rs 23,999, the Realme 11 Pro series smartphone will be available for purchase with introductory offers from June 15 onwards on Flipkart, Realme online stores, and select retail store

OpenAI not training GPT-5 for now, will take a lot of time: Sam Altman

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, the creator of AI chatbot ChatGPT, has said that the company is not presently training GPT5 -- the successor to GPT4

Realme 11 Pro series smartphones launch at 12pm: Livestream, expected specs

The Realme 11 Pro series is likely to come in two variants - the Realme 11 Pro and the Realme 11 Pro+. Both the 5G smartphones are expected to feature similar design, but different camera setups

Meta rolls out verified account service in India for Rs 699 per month

Social media giant Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has started verified service in India at a monthly subscription price of Rs 699 for mobile apps, the company said on Wednesday. Meta is planning to roll out verified service on the web in the coming months at a subscription price of Rs 599 per month. "Meta Verified is available for direct purchase on Instagram or Facebook in India starting today. People can purchase a monthly subscription for Rs 699 on iOS and Android. In the coming months, we'll also introduce a web purchase option for Rs 599 a month," the company said in a statement. For a verified account subscription, Facebook and Instagram users will need to verify their account with a government ID. The verified account will provide impersonation protections and account support. "We're expanding our test of Meta Verified to India after seeing good results from our early testing in several countries globally. We'll also continue honouring verified badges th

India could lead global conversations around AI regulation: Sam Altman

Altman said his company was delighted to see the adoption of and enthusiasm for ChatGPT in India

Govt launches initiative to leverage emerging technologies in power sector

The government has launched a 'Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR)' with a view to leverage emerging technologies in the power sector and make the country a manufacturing hub. The 'Mission on Advanced and High-Impact Research (MAHIR)' aims to facilitate indigenous research, development and demonstration of the latest and emerging technologies in the power sector, a power ministry statement said. By identifying emerging technologies and taking them to the implementation stage, the mission seeks to leverage them as the main fuel for future economic growth and thus make India a manufacturing hub of the world, it stated. The Ministry of Power and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy have jointly launched a national mission to quickly identify emerging technologies in the power sector and develop them indigenously, at scale, for deployment within and outside India. An office memorandum to this effect has been issued today, it stated. The mission will be funded by .

Meesho to double down on AI/ML investments amid profitability push

The company has been betting big on data science and technology-driven use cases over the past three and a half years

88% Indians unaware of the existence of AI tools: Axis My India survey

Out of the people who were aware of these tools, 26 per cent said these tools have the potential to replace human jobs

Apple shares hit all-time high ahead of Worldwide Developers Conference '23

Apple shares hit a record high for first time in 17 months on Monday, ahead of an annual software developer conference, although their market value remained short of an all-time peak of $3 trillion

OpenAI CEO sees 'huge' Israeli role in reducing risks from AI technology

Altman is one of the tech world's most prominent voices urging governments to rapidly come up with regulations to make sure AI is used responsibly