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What if AI could replicate your personality after just a two-hour conversation? New research from Stanford and Google DeepMind shows it’s now possible, but raises critical ethical questions.

AI can now replicate your personality with stunning accuracy after a two-hour interview, according to research from Stanford and Google DeepMind. While these digital personas could transform fields like social science and personalized AI tools, concerns are mounting over ethical risks and potential misuse.

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As the UK grapples with post-Budget tax hikes, AI emerges as a double-edged sword, offering businesses productivity boosts while raising concerns over potential job losses.

As UK businesses face rising costs from recent Budget changes, AI adoption is set to surge. Sage CEO Steve Hare highlights how tools like Sage Copilot are designed to enhance human productivity, but analysts warn of job risks, particularly in retail and hospitality.

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Nvidia rides the AI wave, nearly doubling revenue and reshaping the tech landscape with its cutting-edge chips.

Nvidia's Q3 revenue soared by 94%, fueled by strong AI chip demand and the launch of its next-gen Blackwell processors. The data center segment led the charge, with revenue growing 112% year-over-year, as industry giants like Microsoft and OpenAI integrate Nvidia's cutting-edge technology.

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Are AI-powered surveillance systems the future of public safety, or do they mark the dawn of an era where personal freedoms are compromised?

In Greater Manchester, AI cameras have flagged thousands of drivers for using phones or neglecting seat belts. While officials view it as a critical safety move, others question if this signals a shift towards increased surveillance in everyday life.

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Rakuten takes a step into the future with its new unmanned delivery service in Tokyo, revolutionizing how residents receive their food and essentials.

Rakuten has introduced an unmanned delivery service in Tokyo's Chuo Ward, marking its first foray into automated delivery in the city. The service allows customers to order from thousands of items and have them delivered by robots to various pick-up points.

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Africa Tech Festival 2024 in Cape Town celebrated the continent's tech pioneers, showcasing innovation, collaboration, and a bright future for African technology

The 2024 Africa Tech Festival wrapped up as a historic event celebrating technological trailblazers across the continent. With an emphasis on skills development and gender diversity in tech, the festival showcased pioneering achievements and fostered collaboration among Africa’s leading innovators.

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Sir David Attenborough’s iconic voice was replicated by AI without permission, sparking his strong objection and raising ethical concerns about AI use.

I am profoundly disturbed to find that my identity is being stolen by others and greatly object to them using it to say whatever they wish,” Sir David Attenborough stated, reacting to the use of AI technology that cloned his voice.

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President-elect Trump appoints Brendan Carr, known for his strong stance against tech censorship, to lead the US communications regulator.

US President-elect Donald Trump has appointed Brendan Carr, a critic of big tech censorship, as the incoming chair of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). Carr is known for his outspoken stance on free speech and has proposed significant regulatory reforms for major tech companies, including imposing transparency requirements and tougher actions on platforms with foreign ties

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Imagine the excitement of your child getting a real-time call from Santa Claus, powered by AI. This Christmas, technology adds a futuristic twist to holiday magic.

This holiday season, AI is stepping into Santa's boots to make personalized phone calls to children, blending technology with tradition. From tailored greetings to festive chats, discover how AI is reshaping the magic of Christmas.

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The tech landscape in China continues to evolve, drawing interest from U.S. firms that see immense potential in the nation’s industrial transformation, even amid geopolitical challenges.

U.S. corporations are eyeing significant opportunities in China’s modernization of traditional industries and its development of new sectors. Companies like Milliken & Co. and GE Vernova are enhancing their technological foothold in the country, benefiting from China's commitment to energy transition and product innovation.

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China steps up its defense technology game with the world's first AI-enhanced military radar capable of countering stealth aircraft.

China's YLC-2E radar, unveiled at the China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, is a world-first with AI-enhanced detection of stealth aircraft. Its modular design and intelligent algorithms provide resilience against jamming and improved energy efficiency for target identification.

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Indonesia's new educational initiative brings coding and AI to elementary schools, focusing on critical thinking and preparing young minds for a tech-driven future.

Indonesia's elementary schools will soon offer coding and AI as elective subjects to foster critical and systematic thinking among students, supporting President Widodo's push for enhanced human resource quality through fun and interactive education.

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DBS Bank is revolutionizing operational efficiency and customer engagement through strategic AI integration, saving millions and enhancing user experiences.

DBS Bank has shifted from AI experimentation to widespread application, employing AI to boost operational efficiency and customer engagement. This strategic move includes AI-driven customer service tools and advanced risk management systems, which have notably reduced service handling times by 20% and increased scam funds recovery by 17%.

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U.S.-based employees of chip giant TSMC are taking legal action, alleging discrimination against non-Asian workers.

More than a dozen U.S.-based employees of TSMC have filed a class action lawsuit, alleging that the chipmaking giant discriminates against non-Asian staff in hiring, firing, and work standards. The plaintiffs claim non-Asian workers face isolation, verbal abuse, and exclusion from business discussions often conducted in Mandarin.

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OpenAI is on the brink of unveiling AI agents poised to revolutionize task automation across industries.

OpenAI is set to launch AI agents that automate complex tasks from simple user instructions, signaling a major leap in AI technology. Expected to transform industries with capabilities like data entry and form completion, these agents could drive significant productivity gains despite projected development costs surpassing $10 billion by 2026.

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The Shanghai Academy of AI for Science has unveiled the "Top 10 Frontiers in AI for Science," spotlighting key areas where AI could revolutionize scientific discovery.

The Shanghai Academy of AI for Science (SAIS) unveiled the "Top 10 Frontiers in AI for Science" at the 2024 AI for Science Innovation Forum. The frontiers, created with partners like Fudan University and Alibaba Cloud, highlight key areas where AI could transform scientific research, from modeling complex problems to quantum computing integration.

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AI technology now understands Singlish, revolutionizing emergency response and patient care in Singapore.

AI Singapore's Speech Lab has developed an AI model proficient in understanding Singlish, a local mix of English, slang, and dialects. The breakthrough is being used in healthcare settings and emergency response to improve transcription accuracy and patient care.

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Hong Kong’s ambitious tech drive gains momentum with new investments as 17 companies, including iFlytek under U.S. sanctions, sign deals to set up operations in the city.

Seventeen companies, including iFlytek, which has been under U.S. sanctions since 2019, have signed agreements to set up or expand operations in Hong Kong as part of a government-led push to bolster the city’s tech sector. The move is expected to contribute HK$42 billion in investments and create around 17,000 jobs.

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Google's DeepMind shakes up the scientific world by open-sourcing AlphaFold 3, a breakthrough, revolutionary AI tool.

Google DeepMind’s release of AlphaFold 3’s source code and model weights marks a pivotal moment in AI and molecular biology. The tool’s advanced capabilities, now accessible for academic use, promise to transform how we study protein interactions and accelerate progress in drug discovery and disease treatment.

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