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Xiaomi’s MiMo AI model enters the fray: a new challenger in China’s tech battle boosts stock gains by 5.3% Xiaomi dives into the AI race with MiMo, an open-source Large Language Model (LLM) set to take on OpenAI and Alibaba. Strategic GPU investments pay off, sparking a notable stock surge.
Xiaomi enters China’s AI arena with MiMo, an open-source Large Language Model (LLM) rivaling OpenAI and Alibaba’s offerings. Boosted by in-house development and strategic GPU…Spotting the AI fingerprint: how ChatGPT’s em dash obsession gives away its digital authorship and what to do about it
ChatGPT’s Em Dash Overuse Unveils AI’s Signature Writing Style While improving steadily since its 2022 launch, ChatGPT’s frequent use of em dashes has become a telltale sign of…NYC’s AI-powered subway cameras could foresee chaos: a futuristic step in crime prevention without facial recognition technology
NYC explores AI for subway platforms to predict and prevent crime, studying tech to identify potential trouble. MTA tests non-facial recognition systems to alert authorities to…WhatsApp introduces private processing to support AI features with encrypted message handling; users can use AI for tasks like message summarization securely, utilizing a confidential virtual machine within a Trusted Execution Environment
WhatsApp introduces Private Processing to enable AI features while maintaining message privacy. Users can leverage AI for tasks like message summarization without compromising…Karnataka High Court instructs Indian government to block Proton Mail over security fears; platform linked to bomb threats and criticized for using servers outside India, following a petition by M Moser Design
Karnataka High Court orders the Indian government to block Proton Mail, citing national security concerns. The platform is accused of hosting servers outside India and has been…Study finds minimal impact of generative AI like ChatGPT on jobs and wages in Denmark; analysis of 11 occupations from 2023-2024 shows only 2.8% time savings, challenging claims of economic disruption and transformation
Study finds generative AI like ChatGPT has minimal impact on wages and job replacement across 11 occupations in Denmark, 2023-2024, challenging claims of economic transformation.…Google introduces AI-driven language tools in Google Labs, featuring “Tiny Lesson” for vocabulary, “Slang Hang” for colloquial speech, and “Word Cam” for object identification, leveraging its Gemini model to support 23 languages for personalized learning experiences
Google unveils three AI language tools for personalized learning, using its Gemini model. “Tiny Lesson” offers situational vocabulary, “Slang Hang” teaches colloquial speech, and…Mastercard debuts Agent Pay, integrating OpenAI and Anthropic into its network for seamless AI-driven transactions, with partnerships from Microsoft and IBM; utilizes tokenization and AI for secure workflows and fraud prevention without window switching
Mastercard launches Agent Pay, integrating AI platforms like OpenAI and Anthropic into its payment network, enabling seamless in-window transactions. Partnering with Microsoft,…Meta introduces AI chatbot app and Llama API at LlamaCon, challenging OpenAI’s market hold; app includes social sharing, while API eases Llama model use. Meta’s open model strategy aligns with EU AI Act advantages over closed systems.
Meta launches AI chatbot app and Llama API at LlamaCon, targeting OpenAI’s dominance. The consumer app features social sharing, while the developer API simplifies Llama model…Meta introduces API for Llama AI models in preview, enabling developers to build custom applications; supports model-serving with Cerebras and Groq, with plans for wider access soon
Meta unveils an API for its Llama AI models, allowing developers to create Llama-driven tools and applications. In limited preview, the Llama API supports customization and…Google AI podcast tool now supports 50 languages, including Spanish, Zulu, and Afrikaans, powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro; new “Output Language” feature in NotebookLM enables dynamic language changes for audio and chat, enhancing content creation and translation
Google’s AI podcast tool expands to 50 languages, including Spanish, Zulu, and Afrikaans, powered by Gemini 2.5 Pro. New “Output Language” option enhances NotebookLM, allowing…