SoftBank Group to Boost U.S. Power Generation for Global AI Projects, Seeks Major Investments

Japan’s SoftBank Group plans to enhance its power generation operations, primarily in the United States, to support global generative artificial intelligence projects, founder Masayoshi Son announced in June 2024. SB Energy, backed by SoftBank Group, focuses on developing and running renewable energy projects across the United States. Son also indicated that the group would be …

Meta Launches AI-Powered Ads and Business Chatbot on WhatsApp, Integrates Brazil’s PIX Payment System

Meta has introduced a new AI-powered advertising program on WhatsApp, aiming to generate revenue from the widely-used messaging platform, the company revealed during a conference in Brazil on Thursday. Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta, unveiled the new features through a video presentation at the event. This development represents a significant pivot for WhatsApp, which is …

Elon Musk Announces Plans to Build ‘Gigafactory of Compute’ Supercomputer for xAI, Sets 2025 Goal

Tech billionaire Elon Musk has announced to investors his intention to construct a supercomputer, referred to as the ‘gigafactory of compute,’ aimed at advancing the capabilities of his AI venture, xAI, according to a report by an industry news source on May 25, 2024. Musk’s ambitious plan involves assembling a system using 100,000 Nvidia chips. …

Experts Warn of AI Risks: Global Efforts to Regulate Advancements and Ensure Safety

According to a panel of leading experts, including two pioneers of AI often referred to as the “godfathers” of the field, the world is not adequately prepared for advancements in artificial intelligence. They criticize the lack of substantial regulatory progress by governments.  The experts argue that the move towards autonomous systems by technology companies could …

Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin Resumes Tourist Spaceflights with First Launch Since 2022 Engine Issue

On 19th May, Blue Origin, established by billionaire Jeff Bezos, launched six passengers from West Texas to the brink of space. This event was the company’s first manned flight since it halted operations in August 2022 following an engine mishap. Key Insights On 19th May at 10:36 a.m. ET, Blue Origin’s NS-25 mission successfully launched …

Microsoft Introduces AMD Option for Cloud Customers as Alternative to Nvidia AI Processors

Microsoft announced plans to provide its cloud computing clients with AMD’s artificial intelligence chips, positioning them as competitors to Nvidia’s offerings. The details will be unveiled at the upcoming Build Developer Conference. Additionally, Microsoft will introduce a preview of its new Cobalt 100 custom processors at the same event. Microsoft plans to distribute Advanced Micro …

Google’s AI Transition: Challenges and Risks for Web Traffic and Online Content

Google is transitioning to AI-generated responses for search queries in an effort to retain users on its platform. This change has sparked worries about the dependability of AI-generated information and its potential effects on web traffic. Google has long served as the internet’s gatekeeper, directing users to external websites that provide the answers they seek. …

Microsoft Unveils Copilot+ PCs: A New Era of AI-Enhanced Computing Power and Security

Tech conglomerate Microsoft has launched a new line of Windows PCs tailored for the era of artificial intelligence, named ‘Copilot+ PCs’. According to the company’s announcement, these are the swiftest and smartest Windows PCs ever produced.  Priced from $999, these computers are equipped with advanced silicon that supports an impressive 40+ TOPS (trillion operations per …

Bezos Expands Horizon: Subtly Ventures into the Residential Mortgage Sector, Offering High-Interest Loans to Investors

While Jeff Bezos is primarily famous for establishing Amazon.com Inc., he also holds investments in a range of less publicized ventures across various industries.  His investment vehicle, Bezos Expeditions, has participated in the early funding rounds of several startups that have grown to become major players in their fields. Noteworthy investments include Airbnb Inc., Uber …

Russia Addresses Rupee Build-Up By Investing In India

Russia has addressed the issue of billions of rupees accumulating in Indian banks by investing in Indian stocks and infrastructure projects. Additionally, despite Western sanctions on the state-owned shipping company Sovcomflot, Russia has taken steps to ensure the continuous flow of crude oil, sources familiar with the matter said. Since 2022, billions of rupees have …