Qualcomm has reached out to the struggling chipmaker Intel regarding a potential takeover. However, it remains uncertain whether Intel has entered into discussions with Qualcomm or what the specific terms of any potential deal would be, according to a source familiar with the situation who requested anonymity due to the ...
Read More »Taylor Swift and Drake’s Record Label UMG Secures Fresh Licensing Agreement with TikTok to Resolve Dispute
In a move aimed at resolving tensions between the two entities, Universal Music Group (UMG), the record label representing renowned music icons such as Taylor Swift and Drake, has reached a fresh licensing agreement with TikTok. This agreement signals the end of a dispute that had arisen between the two ...
Read More »Microsoft to Introduce New Windows and Cloud AI Enhancements in May
Microsoft is set to introduce new AI tools for PCs and cloud platforms at its annual Build conference, as indicated by a session schedule released on Wednesday. Earlier in January, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella informed analysts that 2024 would mark the year when “AI will become a fundamental component of ...
Read More »Microsoft to globally split Teams and Office in response to antitrust scrutiny
Microsoft announced on Monday that it will be selling its chat and video app, Teams, separately from its Office product on a global scale. This decision comes six months after the company unbundled the two products in Europe, aiming to avoid a potential EU antitrust penalty. The European Commission has ...
Read More »Bitcoin Surges Past $47,000 in Impressive Comeback to Conclude the Week
Bitcoin concluded the week on a strong note, as its price surged above the $47,000 mark, marking the first time it has reached this level since the commencement of spot bitcoin exchange-traded funds. According to Coin Metrics, the leading cryptocurrency recorded a gain of over 3%, reaching $46,922.18. Additionally, Ether ...
Read More »Boeing CEO Holds Discussions with Legislators Amid Growing Scrutiny of 737 Max 9
On Wednesday, Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun engaged in discussions with multiple U.S. senators at Capitol Hill, as increased attention and scrutiny were directed towards the company’s leadership. The focus of concern revolved around a blown door plug incident on one of Boeing’s 737 Max 9 aircraft. “I am present today ...
Read More »The New York Times Files Lawsuit Against Microsoft and OpenAI, Creator of ChatGPT, Alleging Copyright Infringement
On Wednesday, The New York Times initiated legal action against both Microsoft and OpenAI, the entity behind the widely used AI chatbot ChatGPT. The newspaper alleges copyright infringement and misuse of its intellectual property for training extensive language models. Microsoft, as both an investor in and a supplier to OpenAI, ...
Read More »Top UK Court Rules AI Cannot Be Designated as an ‘Inventor’ in Patent Dispute
In a pivotal decision on Wednesday, the highest court in the United Kingdom declared that artificial intelligence cannot be designated as an inventor on a patent application. This ruling is expected to carry substantial implications, particularly as the use of AI tools continues to expand. The legal matter arose from ...
Read More »Enhanced Regulations on Cryptocurrency for Retail Customers in Singapore
Singapore is set to implement more stringent regulations for cryptocurrency service providers based on feedback received regarding its initial proposals. The Monetary Authority of Singapore announced on Thursday that the revised proposals outline specific measures related to business conduct and consumer access. These measures aim to mitigate potential harm to ...
Read More »Suki Waterhouse Affirms Pregnancy, Anticipating First Child with Robert Pattinson
Suki Waterhouse, aged 31, has officially confirmed her pregnancy and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her first child with her boyfriend, Robert Pattinson. The announcement took place during her appearance at the Corona Capital 2023 Music Festival in Mexico City on Sunday, November 19. Addressing the swirling pregnancy rumors, ...
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