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Tesla’s Cybercab Undergoes Testing at Texas Gigafactory
December 13, 2024 – Tesla has unveiled a groundbreaking Robotaxi called the Cybercab this October, marking the company’s first fully autonomous vehicle. Featuring a unique gull-wing door design and lacking a steering wheel or pedals, the Cybercab represents a significant milestone in the evolution of self-driving technology. According to Elon Musk, production of this futuristic…
Harvard and Google Collaborate to Release 1 Million Public Domain Books for AI Training
December 13, 2024 – Harvard University and Google have announced, as reported by TechCrunch on the 12th, the joint release of a dataset containing 1 million public domain books for AI training purposes. The cost of data required for AI training is often prohibitive, typically favoring well-funded technology companies. In response, Harvard University has plans…
Google Prepares for New Layoff Wave, Raises Low-Performance Cut-Off to 10%
December 12, 2024 – Rumors are swirling on the anonymous workplace forum Team Blind that Google employees are bracing for a potential new wave of layoffs, slated to commence in January of next year. According to posts on the forum, the tech giant has tightened its criteria for job cuts, targeting employees with lower performance…
Elon Musk Shatters Records, Becomes World’s First $400 Billionaire
December 12, 2024 – Since Donald Trump’s victory in the election last month, the wealth of Elon Musk, now aged 53, has continued to surge. He has become the first person in the world to break through the $400 billion net worth mark, once again setting a new record for wealth. The recent significant increase…
Apple Intelligence Goes Global: Now Available in Six New Countries Including UK and Canada
December 12, 2024 – Apple has announced today that with the official release of iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2, Apple Intelligence is now expanding its language support to include localized English for Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, South Africa, and the United Kingdom. This marks the official launch of the feature in…
Apple and Broadcom Collaborate on AI Chip, Targeting 2026 Production
December 12, 2024 – Reports from The Information indicate that Apple is collaborating with Broadcom on the development of its first server chip specifically designed for artificial intelligence. The AI chip, internally codenamed Baltra, is expected to be ready for mass production by 2026. This development marks a significant milestone for Apple’s chip team if…
Amazon Makes Its Move: Officially Enters Online Car Sales Business
December 11, 2024 – Amazon today announced its official entry into the online car sales business, launching Amazon Autos in select regions of the United States. Amazon Autos, an e-commerce initiative, enables customers to search, order, and purchase new cars, trucks, and SUVs from dealerships. The retail giant has kicked off this new venture with…
Apple Watch Ultra 3 to Gain Satellite Texting Capability, Reports Gurman
December 11, 2024 – According to Bloomberg reporter Mark Gurman, the next generation of Apple Watch Ultra is poised to offer satellite connectivity, a feature that Apple first introduced in its iPhone 14 series in 2022. Initially designed for sending emergency text messages in areas without network coverage, this functionality has since been extended to…
Meta’s Quest v72 Update Brings Enhanced Hand Tracking and Streamlined PC Pairing
December 10, 2024 – Meta has recently announced the rollout of the Quest v72 update, introducing a slew of new features that enhance the virtual reality experience. These advancements include accelerated hand tracking, easier pairing with Windows 11 PCs, and improved keyboard visibility in the VR environment. The update will be gradually released, meaning some…
Apple’s AI Head Dismisses AGI, Sees it as Unrealistic in Near Future
December 10, 2024 – In a recent interview with WIRED, John Giannandrea, Apple’s Senior Vice President of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Strategy, expressed a viewpoint that stands in contrast to many other AI companies regarding Artificial General Intelligence (AGI). Giannandrea stated that Apple is not interested in pursuing AGI, as the goal appears unrealistic…