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Apple Releases First Version of Suite of AI Features
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Apple Releases First Version of Suite of AI Features

On Monday, July 29, was released the first version of Apple Intelligence, which is a suite of AI features developed by the technology giant that will improve the functioning of Siri, automatically generate emails and images, and sort notifications.

SK Hynix to Build Chip Plant in South Korea
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SK Hynix to Build Chip Plant in South Korea

SK Hynix, a South Korean-based memory chip giant, has announced its intention to invest 9.4 trillion Korean won ($6.8 billion) in the construction of a new semiconductor manufacturing plant.

UK Startup Fractile Raises $15 Million
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UK Startup Fractile Raises $15 Million

The Fractile startup, which is based in the United Kingdom, reported that it managed to raise $15 million in seed funding.

Apple Expands Manufacturing in India
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Apple Expands Manufacturing in India

Apple annual sales in India hit a record $8 billion, as one of the firm’s contract manufacturers is planning to assemble iPads in a local facility.

Amazon Partners With Girl Scouts to Promote Diversity in STEM Careers
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Amazon Partners With Girl Scouts to Promote Diversity in STEM Careers

The current generation of Girl Scouts will soon enter the labour market, so Amazon hosts exclusive tours to showcase to youth the importance and diversity of careers in STEM.

Apple Signs On to Voluntary US Scheme to Manage AI Risks
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Apple Signs On to Voluntary US Scheme to Manage AI Risks

Apple has signed the voluntary commitments of the President of the United States Joe Biden, which are aimed at regulating activities in the artificial intelligence industry.

Energy Tech Startup Greenely Grabs €8 Million
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Energy Tech Startup Greenely Grabs €8 Million

Swedish-based startup Greenely is closing an €8 million (about $8.7 million) Series A funding round.

OpenAI Tests New Search Features
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OpenAI Tests New Search Features

OpenAI has provided a limited number of users with the opportunity to test a new set of search functions.

IBM Reports Q2 Earnings
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IBM Reports Q2 Earnings

IBM last Wednesday, July 23, published information on its financial results for the second quarter of the current year, which exceeded analysts’ preliminary expectations.

SK Hynix Posts Highest Quarterly Profit in 6 Years
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SK Hynix Posts Highest Quarterly Profit in 6 Years

SK Hynix, one of the largest chip manufacturers in the world, released information on Thursday, July 25, about the financial results of its activities in the second quarter of the current year.

Google Maps Gets AI Boost for Indian Roads
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Google Maps Gets AI Boost for Indian Roads

New AI model for Google Maps was designed specifically for Indian roads. It estimates road width using satellite imagery and Street View data to help drivers better navigate flyovers and narrow roads often met in India.

Vanta Raises $150 Million
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Vanta Raises $150 Million

Online security and compliance management platform Vanta on Wednesday, July 24, announced that it has managed to raise $150 million in investment funds as part of a new round of financing led by venture capital company Sequoia Capital.

Alphabet Profit Surges 29% in Q2 Despite AI Research Losses
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Alphabet Profit Surges 29% in Q2 Despite AI Research Losses

Google’s parent company Alphabet saw significant profit growth notwithstanding the tremendous AI-related spending.

Meta Launches Biggest Llama 3 AI Model
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Meta Launches Biggest Llama 3 AI Model

Meta Platforms on Tuesday, July 23, presented its biggest artificial intelligence model called Llama 3.

Amazon Reportedly Plans to Launch Paid Tier of Alexa
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Amazon Reportedly Plans to Launch Paid Tier of Alexa

The media reports that Amazon plans to launch a paid tier of Alexa this month.

Amazon Calls for Global Rules for Responsible AI
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Amazon Calls for Global Rules for Responsible AI

Amazon has stated that there is a need for global alignment of responsible measures in the artificial intelligence industry.

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