In a disturbing turn of events, YouTube has been forced to update its policies to explicitly state that creating AI videos of dead children for true crime content is not allowed. The change comes after a series of videos surfaced on social media platforms, including TikTok, featuring simulated voices of real child murder victims narrating their own gruesome deaths.… Read the rest
AI Integration into Daily Life Predicted to Accelerate in 2024
A new era of AI integration into daily life is set to take off in 2024, according to experts. While the initial applications of artificial intelligence (AI) have been largely superficial, developments in user interfaces and hardware are paving the way for more sophisticated and useful AI tools.… Read the rest
US Lawmaker Urges Trade Restrictions on Abu Dhabi AI Firm G42 Holdings
A senior US lawmaker has called on the Commerce Department to consider imposing trade restrictions on Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence firm Group 42 Holdings due to its ties to China. House China Select Committee Chairman Mike Gallagher expressed concern about G42’s connections with blacklisted Chinese companies and potential risks to US research at universities.… Read the rest
Transparent TVs Hit the Market: LG and Samsung Unveil OLED Screens
Consumer electronics giants LG and Samsung have unveiled their latest innovation at CES 2024: transparent TVs. LG’s OLED-powered display, touted as the “world’s first” transparent TV, is set to go on sale this year. While turned off, the 77-inch screen appears almost invisible, but it can switch between transparent mode and a traditional black background for regular TV viewing.… Read the rest
The Value of Cryptocurrency in Addressing Concerns About Big Banks
Blockchain advocacy group, the Blockchain Association, has responded to Senator Elizabeth Warren’s claims that the digital assets industry is attempting to undermine the government by recruiting former US lawmakers and officials. In December, Warren referred to a Politico report that suggested the industry was building a “small army” of officials to bypass the Biden Administration’s efforts to address perceived issues with cryptocurrencies.… Read the rest
New Technology Enables Fast and Affordable TV Commercial Creation
A Detroit-based tech firm, Waymark, has developed an innovative video AI platform that can produce TV commercials in just minutes. Waymark has recently reached an agreement with E.W. Scripps Co. stations to implement their ad-creation technology across the group’s 61 TV stations.… Read the rest
ASUS Introduces Innovative Power Solution for Graphics Cards
Summary: ASUS has developed a unique solution to address the issue of melting power cables that have plagued NVIDIA’s RTX 4090 graphics cards. The new ROG Strix GeForce RTX 4090 BTF Edition by ASUS eliminates the need for traditional power connectors and instead draws power directly from the motherboard via a PCIe connector.… Read the rest
The Increasing Impact of Artificial Intelligence in the Tech and Telecom Industry
Summary: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the tech and telecom industry, with its influence being felt in various areas such as data centers, networking, and even job postings. The rise of AI has prompted major investments, multibillion-dollar deals, and a surge in interest from industry leaders.… Read the rest
Intel Unveils Next-Generation Processors for Gaming and Productivity
Intel made a big splash at CES 2024 with the announcement of its highly anticipated lineup of processors. The company introduced the 14th Gen Core HX series for high-end gaming and workstation laptops, the Core Series 1 lineup for thin and light laptops, and new models in the existing 14th Gen Core series for desktops.… Read the rest
Mercedes-Benz Upgrades In-Car Voice Assistant with AI
Mercedes-Benz is enhancing its in-car voice assistant by incorporating generative AI, aiming to provide more natural interactions and personalized driving experiences. The upgraded MBUX Virtual Assistant, running on the next-generation MB.OS operating system, promises to create a more “human-like interface” with Mercedes-Benz vehicles.… Read the rest