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📦 Sam Altman's latest move, ChatGPT goes surfing, Meta's push for AI

The mastermind behind OpenAI has been in talks with another visionary to determine the next step for AI. It appears to be some kind of device. Our favorite chatbot is ready to surf the web again, promising to be super cautious with paywalls from now on. Lastly, Meta's Connect conference had it all: the metaverse, AI, and... Snoop Dogg?

Sthefania5 hours ago

📦 CIA gets its own chatbot, A glimpse of Bennu, Cybertruck's polished look

There's a special, privileged, and secret mission for AI chatbots now – to retrieve and summarize oceans of data for CIA agents. Samples from the asteroid Bennu are spending their first days on Earth. A long road awaits us before we unveil its secrets, but the first glimpses are exciting. And, as Tesla inches closer to the Cybertruck production timeline, we can see the real thing, an interesting-looking truck.

Sthefaniaa day ago

📦 Microsoft's nuclear boost, Spotify unveils Voice Translations, AI joins your game night

Data centers as big as Microsoft's certainly need a lot of power, which is why the tech giant is taking a nuclear approach to the issue. Is your favorite podcast in another language? Do you sometimes struggle to understand what they say? Don't worry, Spotify's latest feature is here to help. And, for board game fans, get ready to welcome a new rival that might be difficult to defeat – yes, it's AI.

Sthefania2 days ago

📦 ChatGPT's latest upgrade, OSIRIS-REx successfully returns, Meta's youthful approach

OpenAI is determined to simplify our lives through AI, and ChatGPT's recent enhancements are the proof. NASA's OSIRIS-REx mission has brought a delivery from the cosmos! Asteroid Bennu's samples are here to reveal many secrets. Lastly, Meta has decided that chatbots can be cool and sassy too. Its upcoming "Gen AI Personas" will be a treat for the young, one of the signs that I'm getting old.

Sthefania3 days ago

📦 Bing's latest upgrades, NASA's deorbiting plans, Bennu is coming to Earth

It's time to decide which search engine might become your go-to from now on, and Microsoft is making sure you choose Bing. The ISS's journey is reaching its end in 2030, and NASA has to find a safe way to bring it back. If you know how to get it down from there, give them a call. Also, stay tuned this Sunday for the landing of the OSIRIS-REx mission, which will bring back a piece of asteroid Bennu as a souvenir!

Sthefania6 days ago

📦 OpenAI presents DALL-E 3, Alexa gets an AI boost, Cybertruck's wrapping trend

OpenAI's latest announcement changes how we approach image generation. DALL-E 3 is here with enhanced capabilities and ChatGPT integration, bidding farewell to former prompting nightmares. Amazon has given Alexa a well-deserved AI makeover, and now you can hold seamless conversations with it. There are many things we could discuss. And yes, another Cybertruck has been spotted, and yes, it's wearing another colorful wrap.

Sthefania7 days ago

📦 Toyota's battery solutions, Neuralink moves to trials, PaLM 2's useful prompt

Toyota was caught by surprise by the ever-changing EV market; however, the automaker has a plan to show that it's not lagging behind. Elon Musk's Neuralink continues to push forward and is now looking for patients to try its revolutionary brain-computer interface. Lastly, AI is more like us than we think; they also need to take deep breaths before facing a math test.

Sthefania8 days ago

📦 A touch of Bard, AI tools for science, Pro Max is in high demand

We all know accuracy is not Bard's forte, but Google's latest enhancements promise to make the chatbot a big player in the AI landscape. Mark Zuckerberg and Priscilla Chan are planning to revolutionize medicine with the power of artificial intelligence. And, by the way, if you want to switch to the iPhone 15, specifically the Pro Max, start training your patience.

Sthefania9 days ago

📦 Redefining mobile gaming, Apple's sustainability approach, Tesla's referral rewards

Consider trading in your Xbox, as the iPhone 15 is poised to be your ultimate gaming console. In a recent interview, Tim Cook left no room for doubt about Apple's goal. It's not just about delivering high-quality products; it's a mission to make the planet better — truly poetic. And if you've ever wanted an inside look at Tesla's operations, consider joining their referral program; you could get a trip to one of their Gigafactories!

Sthefania10 days ago

📦 Tesla's manufacturing secret, Another hit for student efficiency, iOS 17 is coming

Tesla excels at constant self-improvement and defying expectations. According to insiders, the automaker is poised to make significant strides with its latest manufacturing techniques. Student innovations reached new heights this week. The muc22 from the Technical University of Munich shattered distance records. And finally, fellow Apple enthusiasts, iOS 17 is arriving on Monday – make sure to turn automatic updates on!

Sthefania13 days ago

📦 Parkour-skilled robots, AI's emotional rollercoaster, The US moves toward regulation

Parkour! Robots may not be jumping across buildings yet, but a recent project is teaching them to be more autonomous when facing diverse obstacles. There are mixed feelings about AI in the workplace; a LinkedIn survey revealed that most professionals are anxious about it. Personally, I'm trying to keep my cool. And lastly, major names in the tech industry have gathered with US lawmakers.

Sthefania14 days ago

📦 A record-breaking EV, Coca-Cola’s AI-generated soda, NASA’s UFO briefing

Swiss students have demonstrated that you only need the right touch of engineering and aerodynamics to break a world record. Coca-Cola is taking AI to a new place: beverages. Do you dare to taste futuristic flavors? Personally, I'm all for it. Lastly, on September 14 NASA's UFO study team is discussing a few of its findings. However, don't freak out just yet; the limited number of high-quality observations makes it impossible to draw any “extraterrestrial” conclusions.

Sthefania15 days ago

📦 Apple's "Wonderlust" is here, AI walks down the runway, Code with ease

Apple enthusiasts, let the festivities begin! Directly from Cupertino, the "Wonderlust" event is underway, unveiling new features and insights, but most importantly, the iPhone 15! Human craftsmanship and AI are joining forces at this year's NYFW, with designer Collina Strada debuting an AI-generated collection. And for fellow programmers, here's a little treat: meet Open Interpreter, an easy way to let language models run code on your computer.

Sthefania16 days ago

📦 Meta's rival to GPT-4, OpenAI’s summer slump, Apple's upcoming event

Meta's AI offerings are improving, with rumors suggesting the company is working on a model set to dethrone GPT-4. Summer means no school, vacations, and a noticeable drop in website visits. Apparently, people took a break from ChatGPT in August. Finally, tomorrow is the day we've all been waiting for! After months of anticipation, and saying goodbye to my old iPhone, Apple's 2023 event is here.

Sthefania17 days ago

📦 The future of medicine, Starship is on hold, iPhone 15 Sticks with "Pro"

A remarkable milestone that advances our understanding of human development is unfolding in Israel as researchers have successfully grown synthetic embryos. We were all looking forward to seeing Starship in all its glory, but SpaceX has 63 things to address first. And finally, just as I was getting used to the idea of the "iPhone 15 Ultra," Apple decided to change its plans.

Sthefania20 days ago

📦 Introducing: Falcon 180B, Apple's AI efforts exposed, OpenAI announces DevDay

Soaring high through the skies, a new open-source model has landed on Hugging Face, ready to compete with Meta and Google. While many say Apple is overly cautious with its AI approach, recent reports reveal that there are "millions" of reasons to prove them wrong. And if you're an AI-obsessed developer, your day is finally coming as OpenAI is launching its first developer conference.

Sthefania21 days ago

📦 Australia's lunar journey, Starship approaches liftoff, Polestar's unique move

Australia is the latest country to join the lunar frenzy. Following Japan, India, and Russia, the country is teaming up with NASA for a 2026 mission. We're getting closer to witnessing the launch of the most powerful rocket in the world, but first, SpaceX has some regulatory duties. Meanwhile, Polestar, the Swedish automaker, is launching a smartphone to accompany its EV. There is nothing better than a matching set for me.

Sthefania22 days ago

📦 Zoom's AI revamp, Meta's VR journey, MacBook gets budget-friendly

A few "misunderstandings" have clouded Zoom's AI roadmap, but the company hopes its latest features will make long meetings a breeze. Meta is forging ahead, planning to follow in Apple's footsteps in the VR race, this time with LG's assistance. And students have good news: a low-cost MacBook may be in the works.

Sthefania23 days ago

📦 The future of self-driving, India's solar mission, Cybertruck's work potential

We're getting into a time where "no hands on the steering wheel" isn't just a joke anymore. Driverless cars are here, and they might even be better drivers than us. Just ten days after landing on the moon, India is now aiming for the sun! Best of luck to them on this incredible space journey. Oh, and the Cybertruck? It's still being tested, this time as a work truck. Any guesses on how that will turn out?

Sthefania24 days ago

📦 ChatGPT goes to school, Model 3's new Look, Anguilla's AI gold mine

OpenAI is taking its chatbot to a potentially controversial place – classrooms. The company has released a guide for teachers to enhance learning through responsible AI use. Finally, Tesla has unveiled the new look for the Model 3, and it appears quite dashing with that facelift. Lastly, an unexpected success story, a tiny Caribbean island is making millions by assigning the .ai domain to websites.

Sthefaniaa month ago

📦 Chandrayaan-3's findings, AI scores at US Open, The next step for X

India's Chandrayaan-3 mission just found an element that could bring us closer to setting up a "home" on the moon. Most of us are into the latest US Open matches, but little did we know that AI might be behind some of the commentaries. Oh, and guess what? If you're into getting calls via social media, X is rolling out that feature too.

Sthefaniaa month ago

📦 Llama 2 takes the lead, OpenAI's billion path, Apple's approaching event

Meta's beloved open-source model continues to defy expectations. Chances are, it could match up with humans in terms of accuracy. Heard about OpenAI's bankruptcy rumors? Turns out, there's a billion-dollar reason those were just lies. Last but not least, Apple has officially announced the iPhone 15 event. My wallet's feeling a mix of fear and excitement.

Sthefaniaa month ago

📦 OpenAI unveils ChatGPT Enterprise, Google's AI infusion, DeepMind presents SynthID

This is going to be serious from now on! OpenAI has finally introduced ChatGPT Enterprise, an optimized version of the chatbot designed specifically to meet all business requirements. Google’s Next event featured several AI improvements across its products (surprised?). Lastly, AI-generated images may no longer fool us, as DeepMind’s SynthID aims to watermark them.

Sthefaniaa month ago

📦 Japan's journey gets delayed, AI may take your order, Cybertruck's latest costume

I was all set to cover Japan's latest journey to space involving the XRISM satellite and its highly anticipated lunar mission, but the weather had other plans for everyone. If you're considering ordering from your favorite restaurant over the phone, AI might just be the one answering. And as we approach the end of August, Tesla seems to be getting into the Halloween spirit early, with a Cybertruck sporting a new disguise.

Sthefaniaa month ago

📦 India's milestone on the moon, Japan gears up for the lunar race, Code Llama has arrived

We're currently living in a very exciting timeline, where two countries are pursuing their lunar aspirations. India is already exploring the moon's south pole, and Japan is preparing for its launch. Be cautious, as you might catch the lunar frenzy too! And developers, get ready — the best coding companion (allegedly) has arrived. Code Llama aims to assist coding enthusiasts of all levels.

Sthefaniaa month ago