Elon Musk’s xAI Nears $6 Billion Funding, Valuation Hits $18 Billion
Elon Musk’s new AI company, xAI, is reportedly close to securing $6 billion in funding, raising its valuation to $18 billion before the deal is finalized. Initially set to raise…
Microsoft Unveils AI That Can Make Photos Talk and Sing
Microsoft Research Asia has recently introduced an experimental artificial intelligence tool, VASA-1, that transforms still images or drawings of people into realistic videos where they appear to be talking or…
This Polaroid Camera Turns Pictures into Poems
Kelin Carolyn Zhang and Ryan Mather have created the Poetry Camera, an open-source device that transforms images into poetic expressions. This innovative camera combines cutting-edge technology with artistic vision, challenging…
Why Brand Building and Performance Marketing Go Hand in Hand
For years, marketers treated brand building and performance marketing as separate goals. Brand building nurtured emotions and loyalty, while performance marketing chased immediate sales. But today’s consumers are bombarded with…
Hugging Face Introduces a Benchmark for Evaluating Generative AI Performance in Health-related Tasks
Hugging Face, the AI startup, has introduced a new benchmark named Open Medical-LLM, designed to evaluate generative AI models on medical-related tasks. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Open Life…
TikTok Shop Expand Secondhand Luxury Fashion Categories to UK Market
TikTok Shop has officially expanded its secondhand luxury fashion offerings to the United Kingdom, venturing into a market space currently occupied by key players such as The RealReal, Vestiaire Collective,…
IBM Acquires HashiCorp for $6.4 Billion, Expanding Its Hybrid Cloud Portfolio
IBM has announced its acquisition of cloud management vendor HashiCorp for $6.4 billion. This acquisition adds to IBM’s series of strategic purchases aimed at enhancing its hybrid cloud capabilities, following…
Cherub Innovates Angel Investing with Dating App Dynamics
Cherub, a novel marketplace that connects angel investors with entrepreneurs, has been gaining traction by integrating dating app dynamics into the investment process. Founded by Jaclyn Johnson and Angeline Vuong,…
Why Negative Reviews Deserve a Spot on Your Website
Imagine Sarah excitedly ordering a new pair of running shoes online, only to receive a poorly made product with terrible customer service. Disappointed, she leaves a scathing review. But what…
Tesla Plans to Launch More Affordable Models by 2025
Tesla has announced plans to introduce more affordable models by 2025, dispelling previous rumors about the cancellation of such projects. During the company’s first quarter earnings call, Tesla CEO Elon…
Oura’s Smart Ring Now Available at Target Outlets
Oura has expanded its retail presence by announcing that its smart rings will now be available at select Target stores across the United States, as well as on the retailer’s…
UnitedHealth Paid Ransom to Cybercriminals, Citing Compromised Patient Data in Change Healthcare Breach
UnitedHealth Group has disclosed that it paid ransom to cyber criminals following a cyberattack on its subsidiary Change Healthcare, which occurred in February. This decision was made in an effort…
Alphabet X Unveils Project Bellwether to Predict and Respond to Natural Disasters Using AI
Alphabet X has introduced a new initiative called Project Bellwether, aimed at harnessing the power of artificial intelligence to forecast and respond to natural disasters like wildfires and flooding more…
The Why Behind the Buy: How Psychology Shapes Consumer Behavior
Have you ever scrolled through social media and found yourself inexplicably drawn to a product advertised by your favorite influencer? Or perhaps you’ve walked into a store with a specific…
Reddit to Enhance Platform with AI Tools for Users and Developers
Reddit recently unveiled a series of upcoming product enhancements, with Chief Product Officer Pali Bhat emphasizing the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in these new features. Following its Initial Public…
Amazon Shuts Down California Drone Delivery
Amazon has announced the discontinuation of its Prime Air drone delivery service in Lockeford, California, one of its early U.S. testing grounds for drone delivery. Meanwhile, Amazon is preparing to…
EU Initiates Investigation into TikTok Lite, Highlighting Addiction Concerns
The European Union has initiated a second formal investigation into TikTok on Monday, April 22nd, focusing on the recently introduced TikTok Lite app. The probe addresses concerns that the app,…
Zipline’s Drones Reach 1 Million Deliveries, Plans Expansion into Food Service
Zipline, an autonomous delivery drone startup, has achieved a significant milestone by completing 1 million deliveries to customers. This achievement highlights the company’s extensive operational scale, having logged over 70…
Unlock These Powerful Digital Marketing Strategies for Beginners
The digital age has transformed how businesses connect with their customers. In this dynamic environment, navigating the ever-expanding world of digital marketing can feel overwhelming. But fret not! This comprehensive…
U.S. House Approves Bill to Ban or Sell TikTok
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a revised bill that could potentially lead to the ban of TikTok or necessitate its sale by ByteDance, the app’s Chinese parent company.…