TECHNOLOGY

WhatsApp Introduces Feature Enabling Music Audio Sharing in Video Calls
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This development spans across both iOS and Android platforms, indicating WhatsApp's commitment to enhancing collaborative multimedia experiences during video conversations.
Google Fixed 8th Zero-Day Bug in Chrome Exploited in Attacks Throughout the Year
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Addressing this zero-day flaw, Google released a patch for users on the Stable Desktop channel.
Litmus test for humans as GenAI starts taking away entry-level jobs
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Another report by global investment bank Goldman Sachs also created a storm, which predicted that AI could replace the equivalent of 300 million full-time jobs and Generative AI (GenAI), able to create content indistinguishable from human work, is "a major advancement."
Expect a deepfakes boom as hackers master use of AI, Machine Learning
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Recently, Infosys founder Narayana Murthy's two new deepfake videos were shared on social media, purportedly promoting a so-called investing platform ‘Quantum AI’, claiming that the user of this new technology would be able to earn $3,000 (around Rs 2.5 lakh) on the first working day.
Indian AI startups fuel innovation amid record funding, govt push
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As a result, homegrown generative AI startup Sarvam AI raised $41 million earlier this month, in its Series A round led by Lightspeed and supported by Peak XV Partners and Vinod Khosla-run Khosla Ventures, thus representing the largest raise at this stage for an Indian AI startup.
Apple Removes Watch Series 9 and Ultra 2 Amid Patent Dispute from US Online Store
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The ban, scheduled to be enforced on December 26, will lead to the exclusion of both Apple Watches from retail stores after December 24. Additionally, Apple has taken down refurbished versions of the Series 7 and Series 8, both featuring SpO2 sensors, from its online store.
Global Outage Hits Musk's X: Disruptions Reported Worldwide, Including in India
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According to the outage monitoring website DownDetector, more than 64% of users encountered problems while using the application, 29% while using the website, and 7% reported server connection issues.
Report Reveals AI Companies Have Raised Nearly $50 Billion Year-to-Date
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Despite the slowdown in overall VC funding, the AI sector witnessed remarkable growth, making 2023 the second-best fundraising year in its history, following the exceptional performance of 2021.
Over 100 Million GenAI Smartphones Set for Shipment in 2024
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According to Counterpoint Research, the trajectory for GenAI smartphone shipments is forecasted to reach a staggering 522 million units by 2027, exhibiting a compelling Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 83%.
Nazara Tech Partners with Four Game Studios to Publish Five Innovative Games
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This collaboration brings forth a diverse array of games, each embodying unique experiences and genres.
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