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  Apple releases new AI model that can run on phones, laptops: Details here

  Technology | April 26, 2024 11:22 IST

  Apple is yet to roll out any foundational generative AI model for commercial use. However, the company’s CEO in February this year said that Apple devices will soon have generative AI features.

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  Meta hits 3.24 billion users with 150 million monthly active users

  Technology | April 25, 2024 14:03 IST

  Meta boasts an average of 3.24 billion daily active people (DAP) across its suite of apps, marking a 7 per cent year-on-year. Furthermore, Instagram Threads has surpassed 150 million monthly active users, rising from 130 million in February.

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  Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses introduces Multimodal AI: All you need to know

  Technology | April 24, 2024 19:16 IST

  With the introduction of multimodal AI capabilities, the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses offer an enhanced user experience and greater utility for everyday tasks. As Meta continues to innovate, users can expect further advancements and improvements in smart eyewear technology.

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  Google Gemini AI assistant set for major enhancements

  Technology | April 24, 2024 15:06 IST

  Google's Gemini AI Assistant is set to introduce a voice assistant for Android devices to poise an upgrade to better compete with Google Assistant. Gemini has started facing challenges in gaining user popularity due to its limitations in performing on-device tasks.

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  Government prepares AI framework, will be made open for public after elections: Ashwini Vaishnaw

  Technology | April 23, 2024 17:22 IST

  The AI framework has been prepared after discussions with the IT industry on the misuse of AI and how to stop it. The framework aims to enable the use of AI for economic growth and address its risk by setting up the guardrails.

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  India ranks among top nations in embracing artificial intelligence

  Technology | April 21, 2024 13:13 IST

  The Asia-Pacific region has experienced a remarkable increase in GenAI adoption, encompassing software, hardware, and services for AI-centric systems. Projections suggest that GenAI spending in the region is expected to reach USD 26 billion by 2027.

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  Snapchat to show watermark on images generated using its AI tools

  Technology | April 18, 2024 23:10 IST

  Snapchat’s new feature is aimed at preventing the misuse of AI-generated images. The company has also changed its terms and conditions and has warned its users against removing the 'Ghost with sparkles' watermark from images generated by AI.

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  Google's AI chief set to invest USD 100 billion in AI development to stay ahead of rivals

  Technology | April 18, 2024 16:38 IST

  The AI sector is significantly growing, with investments projected to surge further. OpenAI and Microsoft are very much focused on initiating the constructing of 'Stargate' supercomputer which will highlight the dedication of the industry wit hAI capabilities.

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  Google announces second major round of job cuts in 2024, tech giant says 'change is difficult'

  Business | April 18, 2024 11:03 IST

  Google announced significant restructuring plans, possibly resulting in employee layoffs, with CFO Ruth Porat conveying the message via memo. Porat cited the tech sector's platform shift towards AI, highlighting the need for tough decisions to align with priority areas.

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  Samsung unveils industry's fastest DRAM chip tailored for AI applications

  Technology | April 17, 2024 15:30 IST

  Samsung, a renowned consumer tech brand, has announced the development of the industry's inaugural low-power double data rate 5X (LPDDR5X) DRAM chip. Specifically designed for artificial intelligence (AI) applications, this memory solution represents a significant advancement in the field.

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  OnePlus, Oppo partners with Google, to rollout Gemini AI 1.0 Ultra on their devices

  Technology | April 11, 2024 13:05 IST

  OnePlus recently introduced an artificial intelligence-based Eraser image editing feature for smartphone users. With its partnership with Google, OnePlus and Oppo plans to offer a variety of AI experiences and broaden the scope of mobile AI innovations.

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  Apple researchers publish paper on AI model that can understand smartphone UI

  Technology | April 10, 2024 18:15 IST

  Apple researchers have previously published papers on multimodal LLMs (MLLMs) and on on-device AI models. The new paper highlights an AI model called Ferret UI, which can navigate through smartphone screens.

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  Why women in tech are ready to quit their jobs in the coming year?

  Technology | April 10, 2024 11:34 IST

  A recent report revealed that around 31 per cent of women in tech are willing to leave their company in the upcoming year due to poor management (29 per cent), having more diversity, and equity, getting better compensation (28 per cent), and inclusion (25 per cent).

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  India implements stringent measures against AI-generated content and Deepfakes prior to elections

  Technology | April 07, 2024 16:40 IST

  Last month, PM Modi has a conversation with Bill Gates, the Co-founder of Microsoft, where he expressed his concerns over deepfakes in a democratic country like India.

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  Center issues new advisory to digital platforms specifically dealing with AI amidst ongoing election

  Technology | April 06, 2024 17:32 IST

  Considering Microsoft's advisory, the center has asked digital platforms to take full accountability for their AI model. Last month, it said that social media intermediaries should maintain the integrity of the electoral process.

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  China may disrupt Lok Sabha elections using Artificial Intelligence, warns Microsoft

  India | April 06, 2024 13:02 IST

  Lok Sabha elections 2024 are scheduled to take place in seven phases beginning April 19, and the counting of votes is set for June 4. A report by Microsoft's threat intelligence team has warned that Chinese-backed groups may try to influence the upcoming general elections.

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  Meta to put "Made with AI" badge on broader range of AI-generated content

  Technology | April 06, 2024 11:57 IST

  Meta currently labels only those media as created or altered by AI, which makes a person appear to say something they didn’t say. The company's AI content label will now cover a broader range of media.

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  Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw says India to legislate AI regulation soon

  Technology | April 05, 2024 15:37 IST

  The government earlier issued an advisory to tech companies in India to obtain permission before deploying unreliable AI models in the country. Now, the government is gearing up to bring legislation to regulate artificial intelligence.

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  OnePlus introduces new AI Eraser for image editing: Details

  Technology | April 04, 2024 16:16 IST

  OnePlus has come up with a new artificial intelligence (AI) Eraser for image editing. The new feature will be rolled out to OnePlus 12, OnePlus Open, OnePlus 12R, OnePlus 11 and OnePlus Nord CE 4 eventually.

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  S. Korea to integrate artificial intelligence in people’s life: Know-how

  Technology | April 04, 2024 11:33 IST

  The Ministry of S. Korea has stated that it plans to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in public services, which will further include the distribution of communication and information aids for individuals with disabilities.