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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: Nvidia to build AI centre in Indonesia, India on AI laws, more
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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: Nvidia to build AI centre in Indonesia, India on AI laws, more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Nvidia and Indosat Ooredoo Hutchison are in talks to build an artificial intelligence centre in Central Java in 2024. The companies may invest $200 million for the development. In other news, Microsoft warns countries such as the US, South Korea and India about China's intention to disrupt elections with the help of AI. Know more about what AI news is in our roundup. Nvidia and Indosat to build AI centre in IndonesiaNvidia and Indosat to open AI centre in Indonesia worth $200 million. The centre will consist of telecommunication infrastructure or a human resource centre in Surakarta city. Steve Saerang from Indosat said, “Now, our main focus is to develop a centre of excellence related to AI in Surakarta.” Steve also talked about how the collaboration with Nvidia will...
5 things about AI you may have missed today: US restricted AI chip exports to China, US Congress bans Microsoft’s Copilot and more
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: US restricted AI chip exports to China, US Congress bans Microsoft’s Copilot and more

[ad_1] U.S enhances restrictions on AI chip exports to China; US Congress enforces ban on Microsoft's AI Copilot for staff usage; CPI(M) introduces AI anchor 'Samata' for upcoming Lok Sabha elections; NYC to pilot AI gun scanners in the subway; All this, and more in our daily roundup. Let us take a look.1. U.S enhances restrictions on AI chip exports to ChinaThe Biden administration tightens export rules on AI chips to China, aiming to hinder Beijing's access to advanced technology for national security reasons. The updated regulations, spanning 166 pages, now extend restrictions to laptops containing such chips. The Commerce Department plans ongoing revisions to strengthen measures against technology shipments to China, according to a report by Reuters.  Also read: OpenAI unveils ‘Voic...
When In Hong Kong, Visiting These 6 Chinese Markets Is A Must!
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When In Hong Kong, Visiting These 6 Chinese Markets Is A Must!

[ad_1] In Hong Kong, food isn't just sustenance - it's a way of life. From the traditional wet markets brimming with fresh produce to the modern supermarkets stocked with an array of Chinese delicacies, the city offers a feast for the senses at every turn. As I navigated through the labyrinth of flavours, I couldn't help but marvel at the sheer diversity of tastes and textures that awaited me. So, let me take you on a journey through some of Hong Kong's most iconic Chinese food markets, where every corner whispers a story of culinary heritage and innovation.Here Are 6 Chinese Markets That Let You Savour The Soul Of Hong Kong:1. Temple Street MarketTemple Street – where the essence of Hong Kong's culinary culture comes alive. Picture yourself surrounded by food stalls, each one tempting y...
At Your Service: Travel Vlogger Gets Food Delivered By Robots During China Vacation
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At Your Service: Travel Vlogger Gets Food Delivered By Robots During China Vacation

[ad_1] Thanks to the advent of technology, we have been witnessing things in real life that were once just a dream. Recently, a travel vlogger named Ken Abroad got the opportunity to witness a wonderful marriage of food and technology during his visit to Shanghai, China. And much like him, social media users were also impressed by this invention. During his stay at a hotel, Abroad dropped an interesting video on Instagram recording his reaction to his food being delivered by a robot. Also Read: Wait, What? Unique China Restaurant Has Circular Dining Built In Concrete PipesThe video opened with the vlogger saying, “I am getting food delivered by a robot in China.” Flipping the camera, he showed a telephone ringing in his room, indicating that his food had arrived at the doorstep. Once he ...
5 Things about AI you may have missed today: China to upscale AI efforts, AI model could help diagnosis and more
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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: China to upscale AI efforts, AI model could help diagnosis and more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Scientists have developed a new AI model that recognises diseases with the help of images and provides an in-depth visual map for diagnosis. This will empower doctors to identify the treatment in the early stages. In other news, China has been preparing its AI strategy to meet its strategic and industrial development goals. Its aim is to improve its technology self-sufficiency. Know more about what happened in the AI-verse today.1. AI model could help diagnosis, researchers sayThe journal IEEE Transactions on Medical Imaging described how the new AI model could bring ease for doctors in recognizing disease and providing the right treatment with the help of a visual map. Researchers said doctors will be able to “ follow its line of reasoning, double-check for accuracy,...
‘Game-changing’ tech fuels US relook at China data risks
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‘Game-changing’ tech fuels US relook at China data risks

[ad_1] From genomic information to internet-connected cars, the United States is rethinking its data protection policies -- with further trade curbs aimed at China in the cards -- as tech like AI brings new risks.In the past week alone, President Joe Biden took steps expanding Washington's national security toolkit, sounding the alarm on possible risks from Chinese vehicles and tech, a day after issuing an order to limit the flow of sensitive personal data abroad. The fear is that such data can be used to track citizens, including those with sensitive jobs, or train artificial intelligence models. The use of sensitive data to develop AI could allow adversaries to use the tech to target US individuals for espionage or blackmail, such as by recognizing patterns across datasets to identify...
5 Things about AI you may have missed today: IIT Kanpur takes AI to telemedicine, big boost for AI skills in China, more
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5 Things about AI you may have missed today: IIT Kanpur takes AI to telemedicine, big boost for AI skills in China, more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is currently on his Asia tour where he met LG Electronics executives in South Korea. The discussions included partnerships to expand mixed reality devices and AI development; in a move that has shocked the tech world, Apple makes AI a priority and abandons its plans for developing self-driving cars. Reports say many employees from the project will be shifted to the iPhone maker's artificial intelligence (AI) division. Mark Zuckerberg plans to develop mixed reality devices with LGToday, Mark Zuckerberg had a meeting with LG Electronics executives, CEO William Cho and parent company LG Corp COO Kwon Bong-seok in South Korea. The discussion was largely about building partnerships in expanding mixed reality devices. During the meeting, Cho express...
5 things about AI you may have missed today: Japan looks offshore for AI chips help, Tecno AI robot dog coming, more
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5 things about AI you may have missed today: Japan looks offshore for AI chips help, Tecno AI robot dog coming, more

[ad_1] AI roundup: Japan has started its own journey to design advanced artificial intelligence (AI) chips. These will be developed by Rapidus Corp and Tenstorrent Inc. Tenstorrent Inc. is led by a former Tesla and Apple veteran, who will be planning the entire development process; in other news, Tecno will be unveiling its advanced AI robotic dog at the MWC 2024. Know more about what is happening in the world of AI today.  Apple and Tesla veteran to help Japan design AI Chips  Japan government-backed research group, Rapidus Corp to partner with US startup Tenstorrent Inc. for the development of AI chipsets. Jim Keller, head of Tenstorrent and who previously worked with Tesla and Apple will license its design to power a section of Japan's artificial intelligence accelerator including th...
Uber CEO aims to get into cheap rides in ‘Toughest Market’ India
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Uber CEO aims to get into cheap rides in ‘Toughest Market’ India

[ad_1] Uber Technologies Inc. wants to quicken an expansion into the cheaper but potentially larger market for two- and three-wheeled rides in India, extending a long-running rivalry with local provider Ola.Chief Executive Officer Dara Khosrowshahi on Thursday talked about how Uber was trying out services from scooters to motorbikes in what he called his “toughest market,” providing a model for expansion in other countries. The CEO also broached the idea of bus services during an onstage conversation in Bangalore with Nandan Nilekani, the billionaire co-founder and chairman of IT services company Infosys Ltd. Khosrowshahi is an infrequent visitor to an Asian country that represents one of his larger markets, particularly after pulling out of China and Southeast Asia. Uber just scored it...
Exclusive-India IT ministry fears losing out to China, Vietnam in smartphone exports race
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Exclusive-India IT ministry fears losing out to China, Vietnam in smartphone exports race

[ad_1] India risks losing out to China and Vietnam as it seeks to become a major smartphone export hub and must "act fast" to lure global companies with lower tariffs, the deputy IT minister said in government documents seen by Reuters.Smartphone manufacturing is a key plank of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's ambitions to boost the economy and create jobs by attracting companies such as Apple, Foxconn and Samsung to India, the world's second-largest mobile market where production grew 16% year-on-year to $44 billion last year. That success, Modi's government says, is mostly due to financial incentives given to companies to produce more. But lawmakers and lobby groups for Apple and other firms argue India's high tariffs are a deterrent for companies de-risking their supply chains beyond C...