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GOOGLE UNLEASHES ‘DolphinGemma’: AI CRACKING the CODE of DOLPHIN COMMUNICATION! ARE THEY ABOUT TO TALK BACK?!
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GOOGLE UNLEASHES ‘DolphinGemma’: AI CRACKING the CODE of DOLPHIN COMMUNICATION! ARE THEY ABOUT TO TALK BACK?!

Google is diving deep into interspecies communication with DolphinGemma, a groundbreaking AI poised to decipher dolphin chatter! Developed in collaboration with Georgia Tech and the Wild Dolphin Project (WDP), this large language model is trained to analyze the intricate sounds of dolphins, potentially unlocking the secrets of their complex communication. For decades, the quest to understand dolphin clicks, whistles, and burst pulses has been a major scientific challenge. What if we could not only listen, but also truly understand and even respond to these enigmatic creatures? This could become reality! WDP has been studying a community of wild Atlantic spotted dolphins in the Bahamas since 1985, creating the world's longest-running underwater dolphin research project. Their “In Their Wor...
China’s SMIC Accused of Stealing Taiwan’s Tech Talent: A Global Crisis Looms
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China’s SMIC Accused of Stealing Taiwan’s Tech Talent: A Global Crisis Looms

Taiwan is facing the risk of losing its dominance in one of the world's most critical technological sectors—semiconductors. China's giant chipmaker, SMIC, stands accused of illegally luring Taiwanese tech experts into its ranks. This move could shake Taiwan's technology and security strategies, causing significant disruption to the global tech supply chain. Taiwan has launched raids on 34 different companies, aiming to uncover SMIC's illicit activities that threaten national security. The Taiwanese government emphasizes that these attempts to steal its most valuable asset—its tech expertise—pose a severe threat to the country's future. China is relentlessly pursuing any means to acquire Taiwan's semiconductor knowledge, which is a major source of technological advancement. This issue...
Smartphones to Connect via Satellites by 2025
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Smartphones to Connect via Satellites by 2025

By the end of 2025, Britons may no longer face mobile signal dead zones, as Ofcom plans to enable satellite connectivity for standard smartphones. This revolutionary move will allow users to make calls and send messages even in remote areas with no traditional network coverage. The initiative involves mobile operators partnering with satellite providers to beam signals directly to handsets, eliminating the need for specialized satellite phones. Vodafone has already demonstrated this technology with a successful video call from a remote location in Wales. Ofcom is currently consulting on the plan, with a decision expected later this year. If implemented, this breakthrough will transform communication, ensuring seamless connectivity across the UK, especially in rural and underserved re...
SoftBank Expands AI Portfolio with Ampere Deal
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SoftBank Expands AI Portfolio with Ampere Deal

SoftBank Group has announced the acquisition of Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, significantly boosting its AI and cloud computing capabilities. Ampere, a U.S.-based chipmaker, specializes in designing high-performance processors for AI and cloud workloads using Arm Holdings' architecture. The company was founded by Renée James, a former Intel president, and has gained attention for its efficient data center CPUs.SoftBank Group has announced the acquisition of Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion, significantly boosting its AI and cloud computing capabilities. Ampere, a U.S.-based chipmaker, specializes in designing high-performance processors for AI and cloud workloads using Arm Holdings' architecture. The company was founded by Renée James, a former Intel president, and has gained attenti...
Skype Bids Farewell: Microsoft Sets Final Call for May 2025
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Skype Bids Farewell: Microsoft Sets Final Call for May 2025

Microsoft has officially announced that Skype, the pioneering internet-based communication platform, will be retired on May 5, 2025. This decision marks the end of a service that once revolutionized online communication. Launched in 2003 by a team of Estonian developers, Skype quickly gained global prominence by allowing users to make voice and video calls over the internet, effectively reducing the reliance on traditional telephone services. Its popularity soared, leading to Microsoft's acquisition of the platform in 2011 for $8.5 billion. Despite its early success, Skype struggled to maintain its user base in the face of emerging competitors like Zoom, WhatsApp, and Microsoft's own Teams platform. At its peak, Skype boasted over 300 million monthly active users, but this nu...
Intel Delays $28 Billion Ohio Chip Factories to 2030 Amid Market Adjustments
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Intel Delays $28 Billion Ohio Chip Factories to 2030 Amid Market Adjustments

Intel has announced a significant delay in its $28 billion semiconductor manufacturing project in New Albany, Ohio. Originally slated to commence operations in 2025, the first of two chip fabrication plants is now projected to be completed by 2030, with production starting between 2030 and 2031. The second facility is expected to follow, becoming operational by 2032. This postponement is attributed to Intel's strategic decision to align its manufacturing capabilities with current market demand and to manage capital expenditures prudently. Naga Chandrasekaran, Intel's Executive Vice President, emphasized the company's commitment to financial responsibility, stating that construction will continue at a moderated pace, with flexibility to accelerate if customer demand increases. ...
Amazon Unveils Ocelot: Its First Quantum Computing Chip
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Amazon Unveils Ocelot: Its First Quantum Computing Chip

Amazon Web Services (AWS) has unveiled its inaugural quantum computing chip, Ocelot, marking a significant stride in the quantum computing arena. Developed at the AWS Center for Quantum Computing in collaboration with the California Institute of Technology, Ocelot aims to enhance quantum error correction efficiency, potentially reducing associated costs by up to 90%. This advancement is pivotal, as quantum computers are highly susceptible to environmental disturbances, necessitating robust error correction for reliable computations. Ocelot employs "cat qubits," named after Schrödinger's cat, which inherently suppress specific errors, thereby decreasing the number of physical qubits required for accurate computations. This design could significantly lower the qubit count nee...
Amazon Unveils Alexa+ with AI Overhaul: Smarter, More Personalized Voice Assistant
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Amazon Unveils Alexa+ with AI Overhaul: Smarter, More Personalized Voice Assistant

Amazon has unveiled Alexa+, an advanced iteration of its voice assistant, now enhanced with generative AI to offer more natural and personalized interactions. Priced at $19.99 per month, Alexa+ is free for Amazon Prime members and is set to roll out to Echo devices starting next month. This upgrade enables Alexa+ to understand and process natural language more effectively, allowing it to perform tasks such as booking restaurant reservations, ordering groceries, and creating personalized bedtime stories. Additionally, it can analyze handwritten notes and provide detailed summaries of events from Ring cameras. Built using Amazon's Nova large language models and integrating technology from AI startup Anthropic, Alexa+ aims to compete with other AI-driven assistants like OpenAI's ChatGPT and G...
Apple’s $500 Billion U.S. Investment: 20,000 New Jobs and a Boost for Domestic Innovation
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Apple’s $500 Billion U.S. Investment: 20,000 New Jobs and a Boost for Domestic Innovation

Apple has unveiled an ambitious plan to invest $500 billion in the United States over the next four years, aiming to bolster its domestic operations and create approximately 20,000 new jobs, primarily in research and development. This strategic move includes the construction of a 250,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas, dedicated to producing servers for Apple's AI suite, Apple Intelligence. The Houston plant is slated to open in 2026 and is expected to generate thousands of jobs. In addition to the Houston facility, Apple plans to double its Advanced Manufacturing Fund to $10 billion, focusing on fostering high-skilled manufacturing roles. The company will also establish a manufacturing academy in Detroit, offering free courses in project management and manufac...
The Pixel 6’s Magic Eraser tool is Causing the Google Photos App to Crash
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The Pixel 6’s Magic Eraser tool is Causing the Google Photos App to Crash

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