A former OpenAI researcher has secured USD 40 million in funding to launch a startup (WaveForms AI) that aims to develop AI models that can create emotionally engaging connections with humans by utilizing vocal capabilities.
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Study Proposes Radio-Frequency Localization to Improve Smartphone AR Accuracy
ExpiredResearch by Osaka University has revealed critical insights into the challenges of smartphone-based augmented reality (AR) in indoor environments.
Turning Down the Heat: New Discovery Fuels the Future of Electronics
ExpiredResearchers at the University of Virginia (UVA) have achieved a breakthrough in understanding heat flow in thin metal films, paving the way for more efficient and sustainable computer chips.
Global Smartphone Shipments Rise in Q3 2024
ExpiredAs per the latest reports, worldwide smartphone shipments grew 5% in Q3 compared to the same period in 2023. The increase marks the fourth consecutive quarter of growth.
Investor Appetite for AI Ventures Grows
ExpiredGlobal investors are turning their attention to AI companies, drawn by their bold vision of shaping an intelligent and innovative future.
Digital Defense: Simulating Large-Scale Cyberattacks
ExpiredCybersecurity experts from EU Member States and the Commission took part in the yearly ‘Blueprint Operational Level Exercise’ (BlueOLEx) to test EU preparedness in the event of cyber-related crises.
Holiday Season Attacks Powered by AI
ExpiredThis holiday season, the retail industry is preparing for an increase in cyberattacks beyond the typical surge.
China Unveils Digital Yuan Wallet
ExpiredThe People’s Bank of China has showcased the latest advancement in digital payments: a new visual hard wallet for the digital yuan.
Germany Advances Autonomous Driving with Innovative C-ITS Strategy
ExpiredGermany is positioning itself as a leader in autonomous vehicle (AV) innovation with its new ‘Strategy for Automated and Connected Driving,’ spearheaded by the Federal Ministry for Digital and Transport Affairs (BMDV).
Eco-Friendly Orbits: Meet the World’s First Wooden Satellite
ExpiredEvery year, around 80 tons of space debris re-enters Earth’s atmosphere. While most of this debris harmlessly disintegrates, the breakdown process can release chemicals that deplete ozone layers and contribute to atmospheric pollution.