Biden signs TikTok ban
President Joe Biden recently signed legislation that includes a provision potentially banning TikTok in the United States unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the app within a specified timeframe.
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Apple releases on-device AI model
Apple has recently introduced a new family of open-source large language models known as OpenELM (Open-source Efficient Language Models). These models are designed to operate locally on devices, marking a significant shift from the traditional reliance on cloud-based server processing.
The Thermonator flame-throwing robodog
The Thermonator is a robotic dog equipped with a flamethrower, developed by a company called Throwflame. This robot is built on the Unitree Go1 quadruped robot platform, which is smaller and lighter than Boston Dynamics' Spot.
Perplexity AI becomes a unicorn
Perplexity AI, an American search startup co-founded by IIT Madras alumnus Aravind Srinivas, has recently achieved unicorn status after raising $63 million in a funding round, bringing its valuation to approximately $1 billion
Meta opens Horizon OS to third parties
Meta has recently announced a significant shift in its strategy by opening its Meta Horizon OS to third-party hardware makers, marking a pivotal moment in the virtual reality (VR) and mixed reality (MR) industry.
Apple bought yet another AI startup
Apple has acquired Datakalab, a French artificial intelligence startup specializing in on-device AI processing, computer vision technology, and deep learning algorithms.
Animation work outsourced to North Korea
Recent investigations have revealed that North Korean animators may have been involved in the production of animation for Western media companies, particularly for shows on Amazon Prime Video and Max streaming services, without the knowledge of these companies
Talent agency CAA tests AI clones of artists
Creative Artists Agency (CAA) is actively exploring the use of artificial intelligence to create digital doubles of artists, a move that reflects broader trends in the entertainment industry regarding the integration of AI technologies.
Tesla recalling all Cybertrucks
Tesla has initiated a recall of all its Cybertruck vehicles due to a significant issue with the accelerator pedal.
Upcoming Bitcoin halving
The next Bitcoin halving is expected to occur around April 19-20, 2024