Simply Tech
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Google's recent I/O keynote focuses on AI, with Gemini mentioned over 120 times. Explore the privacy concerns surrounding Gemini's scam detection feature. Discover how Chrome's integration with Gemini Nano AI revolutionizes web browsing. Plus, learn about the latest updates for Android developers in Google Play.
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May 12, 2024 • 11 mins
OpenAI is set to debut a multimodal AI digital assistant that combines speech and object recognition. Apple's ongoing legal battle with Epic Games takes an interesting turn. Plus, game stores refund Ghost of Tsushima pre-orders, and iFixit's Pro Tech Toolkit is on sale. Tune in to Simply Tech for the latest updates on AI technology, app store policies, gaming controversies, and device repairs.
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Scammers found planting online betting ads on Indian government websites. Apple plans to bring AI transcription to Voice Memos and Notes. EA is prototyping in-game ads for its next generation of games. Microsoft is launching its own mobile game store in July. Stay informed about these tech news stories and their potential impact on cybersecurity, productivity, gaming experience, and the mobile gaming market.
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May 10, 2024 • 12 mins
Did Stanford just prototype the future of AR glasses? Verizon and T-Mobile are trying to gobble up US Cellular. Plus, Microsoft's new Xbox mobile gaming store is launching in July. Also, AI chip startup DEEPX secures $80M Series C funding.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/9/24153092/stanford-ai-holographic-ar-glasses-3d-imaging-research
https://www.theverge.com/business/2024/5/9/24153201/verizon-t-mobile-buy-us-cellular-sp...
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Google DeepMind's new AI model can model DNA, RNA, and 'all life's molecules'. OpenAI releases Model Spec to establish rules for AI models. Intel and motherboard makers disagree on stabilizing crashing i9 CPUs. Microsoft's closure of game studios raises questions about its future goals.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/8/24152088/google-deepmind-ai-model-predict-molecular-structure-alphafold
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May 8, 2024 • 12 mins
Samsung Medison acquires French AI ultrasound startup Sonio for $92.7M. OpenAI is developing a search engine for ChatGPT. Plus, the US is propping up gas while the world moves to renewable energy. Also, Germany's Insempra plans eco-friendly lipid production after $20M Series A funding.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/07/samsung-medison-to-aqcuire-french-ai-ultrasound-startup-sonio-for-92-7m/
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Apple's Project ACDC aims to create AI chips for data centers, while Wayve raises $1 billion to revolutionize self-driving technology. Google's new cybersecurity product and the shifting San Francisco office real estate market are also discussed in this episode of Simply Tech.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/6/24150742/apples-project-acdc-is-building-ai-chips-for-data-centers
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Randy Travis gets his voice back in a new Warner AI music experiment. The Mountain Valley Pipeline nears completion after years of delay and booming costs. Tesla plans to charge some Model Y owners to unlock more range. NASA is betting on a 36-pixel camera for groundbreaking space exploration. Stay tuned for these fascinating stories!
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/5/24149685/randy-travis-ai-voice-clone-song-where-that-c...
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Google is shutting down developer access to Google Fit APIs. ChromeOS gets better multitasking and Wi-Fi traffic prioritization. Venture capitalist Dayna Grayson discusses software-driven transformations in industrial sectors. Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services. Stay informed about the latest tech news and developments with 'Simply' podcast.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/4/24149066/google-is-s...
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Microsoft takes time to refine updates for Copilot AI in Windows. Google bans advertisers from promoting deepfake porn services. Luminar cuts staff and outsources lidar production. Spotify leaks suggest lossless audio is almost ready. Stay updated on the latest developments in technology with these stories.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/3/24148473/windows-11-insider-copilot-preview-beta-dev-channel
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May 3, 2024 • 11 mins
Spotify quietly puts lyrics behind a paywall, sparking frustration among users. The FCC asks for more money to help telecom providers replace Huawei and ZTE gear. Plus, Apple's upcoming iPad event and Microsoft's responsible AI transparency report.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/02/spotify-is-quietly-moves-lyrics-behind-a-paywall/
https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/2/24147499/fcc-huawei-zte-rip-and-replace-funding-isps
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May 2, 2024 • 12 mins
TikTok secures content licensing agreement with Universal Music Group, allowing users to create music clips using UMG's catalog. Snapchat launches editing feature and other exciting updates. Plus, Haun Ventures invests in Agora for DAO governance, and Asus faces scrutiny over faulty SD card readers in ROG Ally.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/05/02/tiktok-gets-tay-and-billie-back-with-new-umg-content-licensing-deal/
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WhatsApp's iOS beta gets a new 'Recently Online' section in contacts. Find out about Tesla's plans for its Superchargers. AMD's MI300 AI chip becomes its fastest-selling product ever. Get the latest leak on the Google Pixel 8A, including its starting price and exciting features. Stay updated on the latest tech news with Simply Tech.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145887/whatsapps-ios-beta-gets-a-new-recently-online-...
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Discover the groundbreaking Google Gemini, a suite of generative AI models, apps, and services. Learn about Carbonfact's industry-specific carbon management platform for the fashion industry. Explore Andrena Ventures' unique approach to supporting second-generation startups. Stay updated on NIST GenAI's program to assess generative AI technologies. Join 'Simply Tech' as we delve into the future of AI, sustainability in fashion, sta...
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Kubik, an Ethiopian plastic upcycling startup, secures fresh funding and plans to license out its technology. Eken Group addresses security vulnerabilities in its video doorbells. Plus, Google introduces simultaneous Android app downloads on the Play Store. Also, OpenAI faces another privacy complaint in the EU regarding ChatGPT's 'hallucination' problem.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/28/kubik-seed-extension/
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April 28, 2024 • 11 mins
Exciting news for gamers as Nvidia greenlights small form factor GPUs for gaming PCs. Instagram is reportedly working on a chatbot creator feature. Plus, the FTC accuses Amazon executives of destroying potential evidence. DJI faces potential ban in the US. Stay updated on the latest tech developments with 'Simply Tech'.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141884/nvidia-will-greenlight-gpus-for-tiny-sff-gaming-pcs
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April 27, 2024 • 12 mins
Exciting news for gaming enthusiasts! Nvidia greenlights small form factor (SFF) GPUs for gaming PCs. Eken Group fixes security vulnerabilities in video doorbells. Plus, Rubrik's IPO success and Google's $2 trillion market cap.
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https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141884/nvidia-will-greenlight-gpus-for-tiny-sff-gaming-pcs
https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/26/24141844/eken-firmware-update-consumer-reports-video-doorbell-secu...
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Edonia grabs €2M to turn microalgae into a less bitter-tasting ground meat alternative. Xaira, an AI drug discovery startup, launches with a massive $1B funding. Swiggy, the Indian food delivery giant, seeks $1.25 billion in an IPO. Radical thinks the time has come for solar-powered, high-altitude autonomous aircraft. Join us as we explore these innovative stories and their potential impact on the future of food, medicine, commerce...
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A popular phone-tracking app, iSharing, has serious security bugs that exposed users' precise locations. Qualcomm is set to disrupt the laptop processor market with its Snapdragon X Plus and Elite chips. Tesla announces a major shift in its product roadmap to focus on more affordable models. Diddo's shoppable TV API brings a new way to shop while streaming. Stay informed about these tech developments and their implications for priv...
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April 23, 2024 • 11 mins
Rivian targets gas-powered Ford and Toyota trucks and SUVs with a $5,000 discount. Microsoft hires former Meta exec to bolster its AI supercomputing team. Plus, an Xbox VR headset collaboration with Meta and the launch of Microsoft's smallest AI model yet.
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https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/22/rivian-targets-gas-powered-ford-and-toyota-trucks-and-suvs-with-5000-electric-upgrade-discount/
https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/22/241...
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