Google Unveils AI-Enhanced Pixel Phones

Posted by - August 14, 2024

Alphabet Inc.’s Google unveiled its latest lineup of Pixel smartphones as early summer launch in Aug, showcasing deeper integrations of artificial intelligence (AI) technology as it seeks to solidify its position in the competitive smartphone market. The announcement, made at Alphabet’s Bay View campus in Mountain View, California, marked a significant shift from Google’s traditional

UAE Introduces Guidelines for Inclusive AI Development

Posted by - August 13, 2024

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has taken a significant step towards ensuring the responsible and ethical development of artificial intelligence (AI) with the launch of the UAE Charter for the Development and Use of Artificial Intelligence. This charter, introduced by the Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office, aims to establish a comprehensive

VSParticle Raises €6.5m for Material Innovation

Posted by - August 9, 2024

VSParticle (VSP), a pioneering force in nanoparticle synthesis and deposition technology, has raised an impressive €6.5 million in an A2 extension round. This funding round was led by NordicNinja, with continued support from previous investors, including Plural and Hermann Hauser Investment. Based in Delft, the Dutch company is on a mission to accelerate material innovation

Intel’s Struggles Continue as it Stumbles in AI Era

Posted by - August 8, 2024

Intel stock posted a weaker-than-expected set of Q2 2024 earnings last week, and provided a tough outlook for Q3, guiding revenue of $12.5 billion to $13.5 billion, well below estimates of over $14 billion, as it continues to lose market share in both the PC and server space. Following the tough earnings report, Intel noted

Zoom Unveils New Feature to Boost Teamwork

Posted by - August 7, 2024

In a bid to enhance workplace efficiency and collaboration, Zoom has announced the launch of its new AI-powered document feature – Zoom Docs. This innovative addition aims to transform the way teams create, share, and manage documents by leveraging advanced generative AI technology. The new feature was unveiled at the company’s annual Zoomtopia event last

AI-Enabled Drones to Detect Sharks, Alert Beachgoers

Posted by - July 30, 2024

Nearly two weeks ago, beachgoers in New York witnessed shorebirds attack drones that were deployed to patrol sharks and assist struggling swimmers.  Now, the University of California Santa Barbara’s Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory (BOSL), plans to initiate a new drone project aiming to monitor shark activity below the ocean waves. The initiative called SharkEye is

Olympics Vulnerable to Cyberattacks

Posted by - July 25, 2024

Experts at Palo Alto Networks, the world’s cybersecurity leader, and its threat intelligence unit, Unit 42, anticipate a wave of cyberattacks targeting critical services at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, following a series of cybersecurity simulations recently conducted in host city Paris. Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 has predicted several key threats for organisations to

The Face of Change in Digital Advertising

Posted by - July 24, 2024

Julian Galeano Chica, CEO, La Mediatica, can be considered as the pioneer of digital advertising in Latin America. In 2010, La Mediatica emerged as a revolutionary force in the LATAM region, at a crucial time when the digital landscape lacked specialised media buying expertise. Looking ahead with innovative foresight and determination, the company embarked on

Wiz Calls Off Acquisition Talks with Alphabet

Posted by - July 24, 2024

Israeli cybersecurity startup Wiz has ended talks with Google-parent Alphabet on a reported $23 billion deal in which it would have become the USA tech giant’s largest-ever acquisition, according to a Wiz memo. Wiz CEO Assaf Rappaport said the company would now focus on an initial public offering, as it had planned earlier, and aims

Portuguese Startup Closes €2m Seed Investment 

Posted by - July 23, 2024

Portuguese startup Sqill has announced the closing of a €2 million seed investment round led by GED Ventures. With this funding, the company strategically aims to consolidate its presence in the USA by opening an office in Austin, Texas, and expanding its team. Recruitment for various positions in Portugal and the USA is already underway,

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