New Delhi | Updated 01-03-2024. 3:36 pm IST Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO, reveals regret over killing the mobile division. Former CEOs Bill Gates and Steve Ballmer also express remorse for not prioritizing the smartphone market. Microsoft acquired Nokia’s mobile device segment in 2013, but eventually discontinued Windows Phone. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella has expressed his biggest regret during his tenure –– the decision to discontinue the company’s mobile division. Nadella opened up about this in an interview, citing it as one of the most challenging choices he made as CEO….
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Meta Collaborates with Sarvam AI to Develop Vernacular Large Language Models
Meta collaborates with Sarvam AI to develop vernacular Large Language Models (LLMs). The partnership aims to overcome limitations posed by predominantly English LLMs. Sandhya Devanathan, Meta’s head in India, highlights the significance of enabling vernacular languages. Sarvam AI utilizes Meta’s open-source models for building LLMs, starting with Hindi and expanding to other languages. Meta has partnered with Sarvam AI to develop Large Language Models (LLMs) in vernacular languages, aiming to overcome limitations posed by predominantly English LLMs. Sandhya Devanathan, Meta’s head in India, emphasized the significance of enabling vernacular…
Read MoreGoogle Pixel 8 Wins Best Smartphone Award at MWC 2024
New Delhi | Updated: 29-02-2024, 14:33 PM IST Google Pixel 8 series named best smartphone of 2023 at Mobile World Congress. Award recognizes Pixel 8’s exceptional performance and innovation in tech. First time a Google Pixel phone clinches coveted title, surpassing iPhone and Samsung. The Google Pixel 8 series has been honored with the prestigious title of the best smartphone of 2023 at the Mobile World Congress (MWC). This recognition highlights the phone’s exceptional performance, innovation, and leadership in the tech industry. This is the first time a Google…
Read MoreWordPress and Tumblr in Talks to Sell User Content to AI Companies Like OpenAI and MidJourney
New Delhi | Updated: 28-02-2024, 19:04 PM IST Key points Automattic, the parent company of WordPress and Tumblr, is considering selling user data from its platforms to AI firms like OpenAI and MidJourney for training purposes, sparking concerns about privacy and consent. Internal dissent within Automattic has emerged, with employees raising reservations about the inclusion of private content inadvertently scraped for AI training, contrary to the company’s intended practices. Automattic’s plans to introduce a new feature allowing users to opt out of their data being used for AI training, emphasizing…
Read MoreDisney Activist Blackwells Demands AI Strategy to Boost Shares
New Delhi | Updated: February 27, 2024, 15:55 PM IST Key Points: Blackwells Capital urges Walt Disney to develop an artificial intelligence (AI) strategy. Proposal suggests AI strategy could potentially increase Disney’s stock price by up to 129%. Disney faces pressure from activist investors amid calls for potential company restructuring. Despite Disney’s historical investments in technology, Blackwells emphasizes the need for a more aggressive AI approach. Disney responds, reaffirming its commitment to enhancing shareholder value while rejecting proposed company breakup. Walt Disney shareholder Blackwells Capital is urging the U.S. media…
Read MoreMicrosoft’s Attempt to Sell Bing to Apple Unveiled in Court Documents
New Delhi |Updated Feb 27, 2024, 05:58 PM IST Key Points: Microsoft approached Apple multiple times between 2009 and 2020 to propose Bing as the default search engine for Safari. In 2018, Microsoft offered to sell Bing to Apple or establish a joint venture, but Apple declined due to concerns about Bing’s quality and features. Despite repeated attempts, discussions between Microsoft and Apple did not progress beyond initial stages, and Google remains the default search engine for Safari. For years, Google has reigned supreme in the online search space, with…
Read MoreGoogle admits to Gemini AI’s inaccuracies on political topics after ‘biased’ remarks on PM Modi
New Delhi|Updated Feb 26, 2024, 5:47 PM IST Key Points: Google acknowledges concerns over Gemini AI tool’s biased responses. Indian government hints at potential action against Google for perceived bias. Google emphasizes continuous improvement and adherence to AI Principles. Google, the tech giant, announced on Saturday that it swiftly addressed the concerns surrounding the Gemini AI tool. The tool faced criticism from the Indian government for its perceived “biased” response to a question about Prime Minister Narendra Modi. “We’ve worked quickly to address this issue. Gemini is built as a…
Read MoreGoogle to Shut Down Google Pay in US, Indian Users to Remain Unaffected
New Delhi |Updated Feb 25, 2024, 3:59 PM IST Key Points: Google announces closure of Google Pay in the US to simplify app experience. Users to be migrated to Google Wallet, with services starting June 4, 2024. Google Pay services in other countries, including India, to remain unaffected. Google has revealed plans to discontinue its payments app, Google Pay, in the United States effective June 4, 2024. All users currently using Google Pay in the US will be seamlessly transitioned to Google Wallet. According to a recent blog post by…
Read MoreNvidia CEO Foresees AI Impact on Job Market, Urges Upskilling Amid Coding Controversy
New Delhi, Updated Feb 26, 2024, 11:03 AM IST Key Points: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang predicts AI’s influence on job market. Huang suggests AI eliminates need for traditional coding skills. Advocates for upskilling to adapt to evolving technology landscape. In the wake of AI’s rapid advancement, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang has stirred a debate by suggesting that conventional coding skills may become obsolete with the rise of artificial intelligence. Huang believes that AI will democratize programming, rendering coding languages like Java and C unnecessary. Huang’s remarks come amid growing discussions…
Read MoreMicrosoft Brings AI-Powered Photo Editing Features to Windows
New Delhi, Updated: Feb 23, 2024, 12:11 IST Microsoft has announced a significant update for its Photos app, introducing AI-powered editing features to both Arm64 devices and Windows 10 devices. With this update, Microsoft aims to enhance user experience by offering advanced editing capabilities, aligning itself with competitors like Google Pixel and Samsung Galaxy 24 series phones. The update includes features such as Generative Erase, Blur Background, and Remove and Replace Background, bringing powerful editing tools to desktop Windows users. The new update, available to Windows Insiders on Windows 10…
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