Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning: News
UAE launches an AI model to take on DeepSeek, OpenAI
The Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in the United Arab Emirates has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) model called K2 Think.
Meta claims popoular AI benchmark flawed, models 'cheating' via GitHub
Meta researchers have flagged potential flaws in a widely-used benchmark for evaluating artificial intelligence (AI) models.
You can now upload audio files on Google's Gemini app
Google has announced a major update for its Gemini app, allowing users to upload and analyze audio files.
NVIDIA-backed AI start-up Mistral raises $2B at a $14B valuation
Mistral AI, a French artificial intelligence start-up backed by NVIDIA, has raised €1.7 billion ($2 billion) in its latest funding round.
Bots are making social media feel fake: OpenAI's Sam Altman
Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI and a Reddit shareholder, has expressed his concerns about the impact of bots on social media.
Gartner predicts AI will dominate IT work by 2030
Gartner, a leading research and advisory company, has predicted that all work in IT departments will be done with the help of artificial intelligence (AI) by 2030.
Ride-hailing service InDrive will now deliver your groceries
InDrive, the popular ride-hailing service with a unique bidding system, is expanding its horizons. The company is now looking to become a "super app" in emerging markets.
Why AI becoming smarter could be catastrophic for humanity
Nate Soares, a leading voice in artificial intelligence (AI) safety, has warned that the impact of chatbots on mental health is a precursor to the dangers posed by super-intelligent AI systems.
AI effect: Global water consumption could surge 11x by 2028
Artificial intelligence (AI) data centers are likely to lead to a massive surge in global water consumption, a Morgan Stanley report has revealed.
Alibaba unveils its largest AI model with 1 trillion parameters
Alibaba has unveiled its most advanced artificial intelligence (AI) model, the Qwen-3-Max-Preview.
We finally know daily usage limits of Google Gemini
Google has clarified the usage limits for its Gemini AI model.
Google Search's AI Mode gets a new URL
Google has made it easier for users to access its advanced search feature, the AI Mode.
Grok can now generate talking videos, reveals Elon Musk
Elon Musk has announced a major upgrade to his artificial intelligence (AI) venture, Grok.
AI can predict vision problems before symptoms appear: ZEISS India
Artificial Intelligence (AI) algorithms and other deep-tech innovations could revolutionize eye care by detecting vision problems long before any symptoms appear.
You can now generate images from text prompts on Snapchat
Snapchat has launched a new tool called "Imagine Lens," which allows users to generate and edit pictures using simple text prompts.
Why Google Gemini has been deemed 'high risk' for kids
Common Sense Media, a non-profit organization focused on children's safety, has flagged Google's Gemini AI products as "high risk" for kids and teens.
OpenAI is reorganizing the team that gives ChatGPT its personality
OpenAI is revamping its Model Behavior team, a small but influential group of researchers that define the interaction between users and the company's AI models.
OpenAI projects $115B cash burn by 2029
OpenAI has dramatically increased its projected cash burn through 2029 to a whopping $115 billion, according to The Information.
Ajay Devgn launches tech-driven content firm, Lens Vault Studios
Bollywood superstar Ajay Devgn has announced the launch of his new venture, Lens Vault Studios (LVS). The media company, co-founded with Danish Devgn, will focus on technology-driven entertainment production.
Warner Bros. sues Midjourney over 'breathtaking piracy'
Warner Bros. Discovery has sued Midjourney, an artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, for allegedly infringing its copyrights.
India, Singapore strengthen AI, chip ties as US tariffs loom
India and Singapore have agreed to bolster their cooperation in artificial intelligence (AI) and semiconductors.
Shaan calls AI voice cloning of veteran singers 'cruel'
Renowned Bollywood singer Shaan has come out against the growing trend of using artificial intelligence (AI) to clone the voices of legendary singers for new songs and covers.
Talent exodus: Apple's lead robotics AI researcher has joined Meta
Apple's lead artificial intelligence (AI) researcher for robotics, Jian Zhang, has left the company to join Meta. The move is part of a larger trend of talent departures from Apple.
Amazon now lets you shop by scanning real-world items
Amazon has launched a new artificial intelligence (AI) feature, Lens Live, to enhance the shopping experience of its customers.
AI start-up Anthropic's valuation surges to $183B after $13B fundraise
Anthropic, a leading artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, has raised $13 billion in fresh Series F funding.
OpenAI to acquire product testing start-up Statsig for $1.1B
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has announced its plan to acquire product testing start-up Statsig in an all-stock deal valued at around $1.1 billion.
How OpenAI is making ChatGPT safer for children
OpenAI has announced plans to introduce parental controls for its AI chatbot, ChatGPT, within the next month.
OpenAI hiring 'Content Strategist' for ₹3.45cr: What will they do?
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, one of the most advanced AI tools in the world, is looking for a 'Content Strategist' at its San Francisco office.
This AI-powered robot can turn your kitchen waste into soil
Bengaluru, India's tech capital, has been plagued by waste management issues for years. However, a new AI-powered robot called "Chewie" is here to change the game.
How this tiny island is making millions thanks to AI
The Caribbean island of Anguilla, a British Overseas Territory, has been reaping the benefits of its unique internet domain extension.
Salesforce CEO says 4,000 support jobs eliminated following AI adoption
Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has revealed that the company has laid off around 4,000 employees from its customer support division.
Miss England introduces AI round, but not everyone's impressed
The Miss England pageant is once again in the spotlight, this time for introducing an artificial intelligence (AI) round in its semi-finals.
How 'AI slop' is creating new freelance jobs for humans
Generative AI's rise promises unprecedented efficiency but it also produces an abundance of low-quality outputs colloquially known as "AI slop."
Gemini is widely rolling out 'temporary chats': How to use?
Gemini, the AI app by Google, has introduced a new feature called 'Temporary chat.'
This AI-powered stethoscope can detect heart diseases in 15 seconds
A team of doctors has developed an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered stethoscope that can detect three major heart conditions in just 15 seconds.
Meet Xiao He, a humanoid robot assisting journalists at SCO-Summit
Tianjin is preparing to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit in China.
AI could lead to 4-day work weeks: NVIDIA CEO
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang has said that artificial intelligence (AI) could pave the way for a four-day work week.
Musk's xAI sues ex-employee for taking trade secrets to OpenAI
Elon Musk's artificial intelligence (AI) start-up, xAI, has filed a lawsuit against its former engineer Xuechen Li.
Meta might use OpenAI, Google's AI models in its apps
Meta Platforms is considering collaborations with industry rivals Google and OpenAI to boost the artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities of its apps.
AI supercomputer to aid Oxford scientists in cancer vaccine research
The University of Oxford's Nuffield Department of Medicine has been granted access to one of the UK's most powerful artificial intelligence (AI) supercomputers, Dawn.