Apple triumphs in China’s legal battle over App Store fees.
A Chinese court has dismissed a case filed by a local consumer against Apple Inc’s commission fees for purchases via its App Store, offering the US technology giant some relief…
Microsoft and Beihang Unveil MoRA: Efficient LLM Fine-Tuning
In a groundbreaking development, researchers from Microsoft and Beihang University have unveiled a new technique for fine-tuning large language models (LLMs) that significantly reduces the cost traditionally associated with this…
Ticketmaster Security Breach Exposes Data of Over Half a Billion Users
Ticketmaster has suffered a significant security breach, reportedly orchestrated by the hacker group ShinyHunters, compromising the personal data of over half a billion users. This cyberattack, which includes sensitive information…
OpenAI Strikes New Content Licensing Agreements with The Atlantic and Vox Media
OpenAI has entered into new partnerships with prestigious media publishers, The Atlantic and Vox Media, to incorporate their content into its training datasets for language and multimedia AI models. These…
How PDD, Temu’s Parent, Surpassed Alibaba as China’s Top E-Commerce Giant
PDD Holdings‘ value-for-money strategy and the rapid growth of its Temu marketplace have propelled the tech giant to the forefront of China’s e-commerce market, making it the most valuable company…
YouTube Implements Video Skipping to Combat Ad Blockers
YouTube has escalated its efforts against users employing ad blockers by implementing a new tactic: skipping videos entirely for those detected using ad-blocking software. This approach adds to the platform’s…
AI Surpasses Human Performance in Financial Analysis
In a groundbreaking development, research from the University of Chicago has revealed a paradigm shift in financial analysis. The study shows that large language models (LLMs), notably GPT-4, have surpassed…
OpenAI Announces New Safety Team with Sam Altman in Charge
OpenAI has initiated a significant restructuring in its oversight approach by establishing a new safety and security committee. This move was announced on Tuesday, May 28, shortly after the company…
Skej’s innovative AI meeting scheduler acts like having an executive assistant in your email.
Artificial intelligence (AI) may not yet be poised to replace Google Search, but it’s proving its worth in more niche applications—like managing everyday tasks such as scheduling meetings. Enter Skej,…
Nvidia co-launches Southeast Asia’s inaugural AI startup accelerator
Singapore-based ecosystem builder Tribe and government-linked Digital Industry Singapore (DISG) have joined forces with Nvidia to launch the Ignition AI Accelerator, Southeast Asia’s pioneering AI startup accelerator. This groundbreaking initiative,…
Toyota, Subaru, and Mazda Collaborate on New Engine Development
In a significant move toward enhancing vehicle electrification, Toyota Motor, alongside smaller Japanese automakers Subaru and Mazda Motor, announced a joint initiative to develop new engines specifically designed for integration…
MARS Strengthens Commitment to India’s Infra.Market with Fresh $50M Investment
Infra.Market, a Mumbai-based startup revolutionizing procurement for construction and real estate firms, has raised $50 million from MARS Unicorn Fund, according to a statement provided to TechCrunch on Tuesday. This…
Judge Instructs Google to Calculate Epic Games Store Costs
A California court has mandated Google to evaluate the costs and technical requirements necessary for accommodating a third-party app store within Google Play. This directive is a part of the…
Former OpenAI Executives Speak Out Against Company’s Transparency Issues
Former executives of OpenAI, including former board members Helen Toner and Tasha McCauley, are voicing strong criticisms of the company’s governance under CEO Sam Altman. In an Op-Ed for The…
Equinix Launches New IBX Data Centers in Johor and Kuala Lumpur
Equinix Inc, a leader in global digital infrastructure, has significantly expanded its footprint in Malaysia with the opening of two new International Business Exchange (IBX) data centers located in Johor…
Redwood Materials Teams with GM-LG Venture Ultium Cells to Recycle Battery Scrap
Redwood Materials has announced a collaboration with Ultium Cells LLC, a joint venture between General Motors Co. and LG Energy Solution, focusing on the recycling of battery scrap from manufacturing…
China’s Chipmakers Rapidly Advancing in AI Technology, According to SenseTime’s Xu
In recent years, China has been aggressively working to narrow the technological divide with global leaders in artificial intelligence (AI) chip production. This effort, driven by local talent and vast…
ChatGPT Still Not Up to Par with EU Data Protection Rules
OpenAI’s ChatGPT has not yet met the European Union’s data accuracy standards, according to a recent assessment by a task force of the EU’s privacy watchdog. Despite efforts by OpenAI…
Doly enables the innovative creation of 3D product videos directly from your iPhone
In an era where digital marketing dominates and visual presentation can make or break online sales, a French startup named AniML is pioneering a path towards the mainstream adoption of…
Japanese police have arrested a man for allegedly using generative AI to create a computer virus.
Tokyo, Japan – A significant milestone in the realm of cybercrime and artificial intelligence has been reached as Tokyo police have arrested a 25-year-old man, Hayashi Ryuki, on suspicion of…