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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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%.
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.
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.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) set to halt production of advanced AI chips for Chinese clients, marking a significant shift in the global semiconductor landscape.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co (TSMC) has notified Chinese chip design companies that it is suspending production of their most advanced AI chips from Monday, the Financial Times reported, citing three people familiar with the matter.
A groundbreaking moment in art and technology: AI robot Ai-Da’s portrait of Alan Turing fetches over $1 million at Sotheby’s, signaling a new era for AI-generated art
A painting by the humanoid Ai-Da Robot, depicting WWII codebreaker Alan Turing, has sold at Sotheby’s for over $1 million, surpassing estimates and marking a historic moment in AI art. The work, titled ‘AI God,’ prompts reflection on the implications of emerging AI technologies.
Siemens Acquires Altair Engineering in $10 Billion Deal to Lead AI-Powered Industrial Software
Siemens has acquired Altair Engineering in a $10 billion deal to bolster its capabilities in AI and industrial software. This acquisition strengthens Siemens’ focus on digital technology and factory automation.
Chinese Doctors Develop AI-Based Breast Cancer Screening App for At-Home Detection
Chinese researchers at PUMCH have developed a smartphone-based AI infrared thermography system, enabling at-home breast cancer risk assessment. This innovative approach could make screenings more accessible and affordable for women in China.
The Path to Superintelligence: How Close Are We to a New Era of AI?
A decade after Superintelligence warned of AI risks, researchers now estimate superintelligent AI may be just a decade away. Although achieving this remains complex, the rise of advanced AI poses ethical and social questions about the future.
AI Takes Center Stage at the China 7th World Voice Expo
The 7th World Voice Expo in Hefei demonstrated AI's rapid advancements, from smart humanoid robots to AI-enhanced tools that are transforming industries like automotive and manufacturing.