Microsoft’s Q3 results surpassed estimates for both revenue and earnings. But the revenue forecast for Q4 was less than anticipated, with the company reportedly projecting $64 billion, which is below the consensus of $64.5 billion – (only just). Revenue: $61.86 vs. $60.80 billion expected Earnings per share: $2.94 vs. $2.82 expected Additionally,Read More →
AI startup Synthesia on Thursday 25th April 2024 announced its ‘Expressive Avatars’. These are AI-generated digital avatars that can express human emotions including happiness, sadness, and frustration. Synthesia, supported by the tech giant Nvidia, reportedly secured an investment of $90 million in 2023, reaching a valuation close to $1 billion.Read More →
Powering artificial intelligence (AI) models takes a substantial toll on our planet’s energy resources. Delving deeper into AI, it becomes crucial to comprehend the environmental impact of this technological revolution. Current trends A new peer-reviewed study featured in ‘Joule‘ highlights the significant energy requirements of AI. The research, carried outRead More →
Voyager 1, launched in September 1977, holds the distinction of being the furthest human-made object from Earth. It embarked on an incredible journey, venturing beyond the boundaries of our solar system and into interstellar space. Here’s the latest update on this iconic spacecraft Communication On 14th November 2023, Voyager 1 experienced anRead More →
Bitcoin halving is a significant event in the cryptocurrency world What is Bitcoin Halving? Bitcoin halving, which happens roughly every four years, cuts the rate of new Bitcoin creation by half. This event is tied to the method of recording and generating Bitcoins. Transactions are logged on a blockchain, a ledgerRead More →
UK police have dismantled a gang that provided a technology service enabling criminals to use fraudulent text messages to defraud victims Britain’s Metropolitan Police announced on Thursday 18th April 2024 that the ‘LabHost‘ website had been utilised by 2,000 criminals to pilfer personal details from users. The police have reportedlyRead More →
Meta’s complimentary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant, known as Meta AI, is being introduced across its social media platforms, including WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and Messenger. The assistant is reportedly designed to respond to queries, craft animations, and produce ‘high-quality’ images, according to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg in a recent video posting.Read More →
The statement that a single speck of dust is halfway between the size of an atom and the entire planet Earth is a fascinating way to think about scale, and it’s based on a logarithmic, not linear, scale. A fun fact On a linear scale, the size of a dustRead More →
TSMC stands as the world’s foremost producer of sophisticated processors, boasting clientele that includes industry giants like Nvidia and Apple Unprecedented demand for AI chips is being led by the proliferation of large language models such as ChatGPT and Chinese equivalents. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) on Thursday 17th April 2024 beatRead More →
Nvidia, manufacturer of one of the most advanced graphics processing units (GPUs), has significantly benefited from the artificial intelligence (AI) surge due to the high demand for its microchips. The company’s shares have fallen 10% from their recent all-time high, which was over $950. On Tuesday, 9th April 2024, theRead More →
The recent surge of interest in artificial intelligence (AI) has ignited a significant rally in technology stocks. Firms engaged in AI development, such as semiconductor producers crucial to AI technology and cloud service providers offering the necessary computing infrastructure, have experienced significant returns. The stock market is abuzz with excitement over artificialRead More →
Generative Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence (AI) is not only a powerful tool for solving problems but is also a source of creativity and innovation. Generative AI is a type of AI that can create new and realistic content, such as images, text, music, software, and product designs, by learning fromRead More →
The CEO of Tesla, Elon Musk recently made an announcement regarding the company’s robotaxi. According to his social media post on X, Tesla will unveil its robotaxi product on 8th August 2024. This project has been a topic of discussion for several years and could potentially represent a significant new business venture for Tesla. Read More →
Samsung Electronics anticipates its profits for the first quarter of 2024 to surge more than tenfold compared to the previous year. This projection is due to the recovery in chip prices following a post-pandemic decline and a surge in demand for artificial intelligence (AI) related products. As the world’s leadingRead More →
Reports indicate that Apple is delving into AI-powered robotics, aiming to innovate within the home robotics sector. A Bloomberg article reveals that the tech titan is exploring two fascinating initiatives. Mobile Robot Apple is reportedly exploring the development of a robot that can accompany its owner. Envision a congenial AIRead More →
Intel’s stock dropped by 4% during extended trading on Tuesday 2nd April 2024, following the disclosure of long-anticipated financial details for its semiconductor manufacturing division, often referred to as the foundry business, in a filing with the SEC. The company reportedly disclosed that its foundry business incurred an operating lossRead More →
NVIDIA reportedly introduced about twenty or so new AI-driven tools tailored for healthcare at its 2024 GTC AI conference, securing partnerships with Johnson & Johnson and GE Healthcare for surgical and medical imaging applications. For the AI chip pioneer, venturing into healthcare represents a decade-long development effort with substantial revenueRead More →
The EV named ‘Seagull’ sub $10,000 price tag. This vehicle will likely take-off! Global automakers are becoming increasingly concerned that Chinese competitors, such as the Warren Buffett-endorsed BYD, might saturate their EV market with cheaper EVs, potentially undermining local production and reducing vehicle prices. Concerns have been raised that thisRead More →
Cold welding is a fascinating phenomenon that allows metals to bond in space Cold Welding: In the vacuum of space, two metal pieces can fuse without heat or flame when they come into contact. This occurs because: Metallic Bonds: Metals consist of positively charged ions immersed in a sea ofRead More →
The donut theory A serious problem or a technical glitch? I call it the donut theory – where everything is perceived as good until… but it isn’t – when you can’t even buy a donut! Recent issues highlight a growing problem Due to a payment acceptance issue, the bakery chainRead More →
The U.S. has reportedly initiated a significant lawsuit against Apple, alleging that the technology giant has monopolised the smartphone market and stifled competition. The Justice Department claims that Apple has misused its dominance over the iPhone App Store to ‘lock in’ customers and developers. The company is also accused ofRead More →
Bitcoin extended its slide on Tuesday 19th March 2024, dropping more than $10,000 from its all-time high last week. The cryptocurrency went below $63000. Last week it climbed to a record $73679. The move helped drag other cryptocurrencies lower. Ether lost more than 5% and was recently trading at $3,287.58 after topping $4,000 lastRead More →
Nvidia have announced a new generation of artificial intelligence chips and software for running AI models. It’s called: The Blackwell B200 GPU Blackwell B200 GPU The Blackwell B200 is the successor to Nvidia’s Hopper H100 and H200 GPUs. It represents a massive generational leap in computational power. AI Performance: TheRead More →
Apple playing AI catchup Apple is reportedly engaged in negotiations to acquire a licence for Google’s Gemini, a generative AI platform, with the intention of integrating it into iPhones. These ongoing discussions may result in Gemini enhancing iPhone software with new features later this year. The terms, branding, and implementationRead More →
Elon Musk sparked intense debate on the trajectory of artificial intelligence (AI) after he shared a clip from the Joe Rogan Experience podcast via his X account. In the video, futurist Raymond Kurzweil explored the future of artificial intelligence (AI), proposing that it might soon outstrip human intellect. Elon Musk,Read More →
The European Union (EU) has made history by approving the world’s first comprehensive regulatory framework for artificial intelligence (AI). Artificial Intelligence Act Known as the Artificial Intelligence Act, this groundbreaking legislation is expected to serve as a global signpost for other governments grappling with how to regulate this fast-developing technology. The AI Act takesRead More →