Google-Character.AI partnership draws US antitrust scrutiny amid growing AI concerns

The United States Justice Department has launched a preliminary investigation into whether Google violated antitrust laws through a partnership with artificial intelligence startup Character.AI, reported Bloomberg citing sources. Authorities are reportedly examining whether the deal was deliberately structured to bypass formal regulatory scrutiny typically associated with mergers or acquisitions. Though no official charges have been filed,…

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Poco F7 global variant appears on certification site: Specs and launch timeline leaked

The Poco F7 seems to be inching closer to its global debut, with the device recently surfacing on Thailand’s NBTC certification website, reported GSMArena. Reportedly, this new listing suggests both the Poco F7 name and its global model number – 25053PC47G – further cementing speculation that a launch is on the horizon. Though the smartphone…

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 launch in July: Specs, features, and everything we know so far

In less than 2 months, Samsung is expected to launch its new generation foldable smartphones, the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, globally. While we wait for the official announcement, several leaks surrounding the foldables have been circulating on the internet, revealing the smartphone’s design, specifications, and features. Reports suggest that Samsung…

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Best over the ear headphones for better noise cancelling and extended comfort: Top 10 headphones from Sony, JBL and more

Do you spend hours listening to music, working from home, gaming, or travelling frequently? If so, over-the-ear headphones might be the perfect pick for you. Designed to fully cover your ears, these headphones offer better sound quality, superior noise cancellation, and a more immersive listening experience. One of their biggest advantages is comfort. Due to…

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Microsoft AI weather forecast faster, cheaper, truer: study

Trained only on historical data, Aurora was able to correctly forecast all hurricanes in 2023 more accurately than operational forecasting centres [File] | Photo Credit: REUTERS Microsoft has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) model that beats current forecasting methods in tracking air quality, weather patterns, and climate-addled tropical storms, according to findings published Wednesday. Dubbed…

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Sundar Pichai to Mint: Pro-competitive AI, powered by deep research, is Google’s path forward

He emphasised that Google’s strategy remains “pro-competitive,” citing its open contributions to global AI development and partnerships with over 2,000 companies as evidence of its ecosystem-first mindset. “While some ideas can convert into products right away, some take time. For instance, we spoke yesterday about text diffusion—this is one area where we’re pushing the frontiers…

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Welcome to the AI trough of disillusionment

For many companies, excitement over the promise of generative artificial intelligence (AI) has given way to vexation over the difficulty of making productive use of the technology. According to S&P Global, a data provider, the share of companies abandoning most of their generative-AI pilot projects has risen to 42%, up from 17% last year. The…

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