Elon Musk Reignites Legal Battle Against Sam Altman’s OpenAI

New Delhi | Updated 06-08-2024, 10:51 AM Elon Musk has filed a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO Sam Altman, accusing them of prioritizing profits over public good. The lawsuit seeks to invalidate OpenAI’s licensing agreement with Microsoft. Musk previously withdrew a similar lawsuit in June without explanation.   Elon Musk has reignited a legal battle against OpenAI, the company he co-founded in 2015, and its CEO Sam Altman. The lawsuit, filed on Monday, accuses OpenAI of prioritizing profits and commercial interests over the public good. Musk alleges that once…

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Google is a Monopolist: US Judge Amit Mehta Issues Historic Judgment in Search Antitrust Case

New Delhi | 06-08-2024, 10:43 AM A federal judge ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly in search and text advertising markets. The decision marks a major regulatory milestone, the first anti-monopoly ruling against a tech giant in decades. Google plans to appeal the decision, citing recognition of its superior search engine quality.   In a landmark decision, US District Court Judge Amit Mehta has ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly in the search and text advertising markets. This judgment marks a significant regulatory moment, being the first anti-monopoly…

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OpenAI Has Developed a Tool to Detect and Mark AI Writing, You May Never Get to Use It

New Delhi | Updated 05-08-2024 OpenAI’s tool can detect AI-generated text with 99.9% effectiveness. The tool has been ready for a year but remains unreleased to attract and retain users. Concerns include complexity, risk factors, and the potential misuse of the tool if widely available.   OpenAI’s ChatGPT can write, rewrite, and paraphrase any text prompted to it, saving time for many but raising concerns about its use for cheating, particularly in educational settings. Since its inception, ChatGPT has sparked widespread debate about its potential for misuse. However, OpenAI has…

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Chandrayaan-3 Success Boosts Startup Interest in Indian Space Sector: Former ISRO Scientist

New Delhi | Updated 03-08-2024, 12:51 PM ISRO’s Chandrayaan-3 mission sparks startup interest in Indian space sector, says ex-ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan. Tamil Nadu Minister TRB Rajaa and Narayanan launch Vaanam Space Tech Accelerator to support space startups. Vaanam aims to nurture startups with expertise and funding, evaluating six startups this year.   The successful Chandrayaan-3 mission by ISRO has ignited a wave of interest among startups aiming to enter the Indian space sector, according to former ISRO scientist Nambi Narayanan. This enthusiasm was evident at the launch of the…

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TechnoXian World Robotics Championship 2024: A Global Confluence of Innovation and Competition

New Delhi | Updated 01-08-2024, 03: 32 PM The TechnoXian World Robotics Championship 2024 is set to break new records and elevate the standards of global robotics competitions. Scheduled to take place from August 24th to 27th at the Noida Stadium, this prestigious event will witness unprecedented participation and groundbreaking challenges. Key Highlights: 50+ Countries Participating: Teams from over 50 countries will converge to showcase their robotic innovations and compete for top honors. Record-Breaking Participation: With 50,000 participants from 5,000 schools and colleges, TechnoXian 2024 is poised to set a…

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Meta Top Executive Says India Is the Largest Market in the World for Meta AI Usage

New Delhi, UPDATED: Aug 1, 2024 02:52 IST In Short Meta’s Q2 earnings show a 50% share rise and 22% revenue growth. India is the largest market for Meta AI usage. Meta AI rolled out in India in June 2024 on WhatsApp, Facebook, Instagram, and Messenger. Meta reported its second-quarter earnings on Wednesday, revealing a significant milestone: its shares have risen by nearly 50%, and revenue has increased by 22% this quarter. Central to these achievements is the Indian market. During the earnings call, Meta CFO Susan Li highlighted India…

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Technoxian World Cup 2024 to be Held from August 24th to 27th at Noida Stadium

New Delhi | July 25, 2024,05 :53 PM   50 countries will participate, bringing together 2,500 teams. Over 20,000 participants are expected to compete in 14 categories of games. The event will take place at the Noida Stadium from August 24th to 27th.   The All-India Council for Robotics & Automation (AICRA) is thrilled to announce the Technoxian World Cup 2024, set to take place from August 24th to 27th at the iconic Noida Stadium. This prestigious event promises to be a landmark in the world of robotics and automation,…

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Google Updates Play Store with AI and Other Features to Transform User Experience

New Delhi, UPDATED: Jul 25, 2024 10:58 IST In Short: Google introduces AI-generated app reviews and FAQs to simplify app selection. Curated content spaces and personalised game recommendations enhance user experience. Expanded Play Points rewards programme offers new perks and exclusive events.   Google is revolutionising its Play Store to offer a richer user experience with the introduction of AI-driven features and several enhancements. These updates aim to make navigation easier and content more personalised, transforming the Play Store into a comprehensive digital hub. AI-Generated App Reviews Google’s new AI-generated…

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Google Paid Money to Reddit, Now Reddit Has Banned All Other Search Engines from Its Pages

New Delhi, UPDATED: Jul 25, 2024 10:06 IST Google is now the only mainstream search engine allowed on Reddit. Reddit has blocked all other search engines, including DuckDuckGo and Bing. The move is speculated to result from a recent deal between Google and Reddit.   Reddit, the popular social media platform, has recently phased out all search engines except for Google, effectively making Google the sole search engine to be used on its platform. This decision blocks engines like DuckDuckGo and Bing from indexing and displaying recent posts and comments…

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Without Backup Plans, Global IT Outages Will Happen Again

Experts warn that without contingency plans and redundancies, global IT outages like Friday’s will continue. A conflict between CrowdStrike’s update and Microsoft’s Windows OS caused widespread disruptions. The incident raises concerns about market concentration in the cybersecurity industry.   New Delhi | July 21, 2024 08:53 IST A recent global IT outage, which disrupted services from airlines to healthcare, underscores the critical need for robust contingency plans and network redundancies. The outage, caused by a software conflict between an update from U.S. cybersecurity firm CrowdStrike and Microsoft’s Windows operating system,…

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