TECHNOLOGY

Microsoft working on 'Singularity' AI Cloud infrastructure service
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Microsoft is working on a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure service codenamed 'Singularity' that will provide data scientists and AI researchers a way to build, scale, experiment and iterate on their models on a Microsoft Azure Cloud service built specifically for AI. A group of researchers, mostly of Indian origin, have published a paper which provides technical details about the ‘Singularity' project.
Artificial Intelligence can't own artwork: US Copyright Office
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In a significant ruling, the US Copyright Office has rejected a request to let an artificial intelligence (AI) system called 'Creativity Machine' copyright a piece of art it created. Its developer Steven Thaler tried to copyright the artwork on behalf of the algorithm he dubbed as 'Creativity Machine', reports The Verge. The decision calls "the nexus between the human mind and creative expression" a vital element of copyright.
Twitter may let you untag yourself from threads
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A writer and researcher Machun Wong in a new Tweet revealed insight into how this feature will be helpful. The feature would untag username from a Twitter conversation, preventing people from mentioning it in the conversation again. The user will also not receive notifications from the conversation, but will still have access to it. In the screenshot, there is a popup window that outlines what this feature will do.
Apple completes production tests for AR/VR headset: Report
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According to DigiTimes, the device has completed second-phase engineering validation tests (EVT 2) to ensure that prototype units meet Apple's design goals and specifications. The report added that the headset is expected to debut by the end of 2022. The headset would come with multiple highly sensitive 3D sensing modules in order to offer innovative hand tracking.
YouTube adds TikTok-style live rings to show when someone is streaming
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The feature would make it easier to find live content. The new update will display a ring with the word "Live" on it around a channel's profile picture when they are live streaming. Currently, TikTok uses a pulsing ring effect on a channel's profile picture to alert the user that it is live. Meanwhile, YouTube TV is finally getting support for picture-in-picture (PiP) on iPhone and iPad.
WhatsApp working on new voice calling interface
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WhatsApp development tracker WABetaInfo, voice calling would have a new interface when placing voice calls. References for the design change were already found in the in the previous beta updates for iOS and Android users. The new WhatsApp voice call interface would come with a round grey square in the front and center. It will also house the contact name, number, and profile picture.
Airtel joins undersea cable consortium to scale high-speed internet
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"Airtel has been ahead of the curve on this front and already operates the largest undersea cable network out of India in addition to the biggest network of data centers. Our investment in SEA-ME-WE-6 is another step in our journey to future-proof our network and build large integrated capacities to enable India's digital ecosystem," Ajay Chitkara, Director and CEO, Airtel Business said.
Reliance Jio cable system to connect Maldives directly to India, Singapore
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The Jio IAX system originates in Mumbai and connects directly to Singapore, with branches including additional landings in India, Malaysia and Thailand. The India-Europe-Xpress (IEX) system connects Mumbai to Milan, landing in Savona, Italy, and includes additional landings in the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean.
Galaxy Tab S8 series with dual rear cameras launched in India
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Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra is available in 12GB+256GB storage and is priced at Rs 1,08,999 for the Wi-Fi variant and Rs 1,22,999 for 5G variant. Galaxy Tab S8 and Tab S8+ are available in 8GB+128GB storage variant, Tab S8+ is priced at Rs 74,999 for Wi-Fi variant and Rs 87,999 for 5G variant. The Tab S8 is priced at Rs 58,999 for Wi-Fi variant and Rs 70,999 for 5G variant.
Ex-Twitter India head's startup to create metaverse of education
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Founded by Maheshwari and Tanay Pratap, it provides employability-focused training to help the workforce realign with the digital world and secure themselves jobs in high-growth tech companies. "We will use this investment to bolster the product and technology team for the Metaversity platform, build a virtual-first curriculum and expand into Europe and the US," said Maheshwari.
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