AI
AI startups to watch out for in 2025
As we navigate through 2025, the startup ecosystem is experiencing a transformative era, with emerging technologies reshaping industries and daily life. Here are some of the most promising AI startups, from around the world, to watch out for in 2025.
15 January 2025
How to use AI efficiently and ethically for studying
Here are some efficient tips for using AI which will not compromise your learning.
9 January 2025
AI will become a Madison Avenue sensation in 2025
Even companies such as Netflix and Amazon, which until recently relied mainly on subscriptions, are getting in on the action
5 January 2025
Microsoft expects to spend $80b on AI this fiscal year
Microsoft president Brad Smith on Friday said the company is on track to pump about $80 billion into artificial intelligence (AI) this fiscal year.
4 January 2025
AI may be able to 'taste' colours: study finds
A recent study suggests that artificial intelligence (AI) models, like OpenAI's ChatGPT, might be capable of 'tasting' colours and shapes in ways similar to how humans do.
4 January 2025
Putin eyes for AI development with Chinese cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin has directed his government and Sberbank, the country’s largest bank, to strengthen collaboration with China in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) according to an order published on the Kremlin’s website on 1 January.
2 January 2025
'Godfather of AI' opposes OpenAI's for-profit shift: report
Geoffrey Hinton, widely regarded as the 'godfather of AI', has voiced strong opposition to OpenAI’s move to transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit company, as per a recent report by Business Insider.
2 January 2025
AI chatbots show early signs of dementia: study finds
AI chatbots are showing signs of early dementia-like cognitive impairment, according to a recent study published in The BMJ, a peer-reviewed medical journal. Researchers tested leading chatbots, including ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini, using the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), a tool designed to spot early signs of dementia in humans.
1 January 2025
UK study warns of perils in AI-driven 'intention economy'
The research argues the potentially "lucrative yet troubling" marketplace emerging for "digital signals of intent" could, in the near future, influence everything from buying movie tickets to voting for political candidates.
30 December 2024
10 AI buzzwords that defined 2024
Here is a glimpse into ten of the most pivotal AI terms that have not only defined discussions in technology, policy, and everyday life this year but are also transforming industries and society at large.
29 December 2024
Ukraine has 2 mln hours of drone footage to train AI for warfare: Report
Since the Ukraine-Russia war which began in 2022, Ukrainian drone operators have collected over 2 million hours of video, equivalent to 228 years of footage, to support AI-driven decision-making in combat, according to a recent report by Reuters.
21 December 2024
Suchir Balaji voiced serious concerns about OpenAI. He was found dead last month
Suchir Balaji, a former researcher at OpenAI known for his firm stance against the AI giant's policies, was found dead in his San Francisco apartment on November 26, 2024. The 26-year-old’s death was ruled a suicide by the San Francisco Police Department, with no indications of foul play.
15 December 2024
xAI's Grok-2 AI chatbot now free for X users
xAI, the AI company created by Elon Musk, has announced that its new Grok-2 AI chatbot is now free for all users on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter.
15 December 2024
OpenAI officially launches Sora
OpenAI has officially launched Sora, its text-to-video AI model, in a recent livestream, marking the latest in its 12-day “Ship-mas” series of product announcements.
10 December 2024
AI in the newsroom: Is Bangladesh ready to keep pace with the world?
Discussions about future plans involving AI in journalism remain largely irrelevant at this stage.
5 December 2024
AI will soon match human capabilities: OpenAI CEO Sam Altman
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, has recently shared his perspective on the future of artificial intelligence (AI), stating that while AI will soon match human capabilities, its impact may not be as significant as many expect.
5 December 2024
Meta announces $10 bln investment in its largest AI data centre yet
Meta, the parent company of Facebook, announced on Wednesday plans to invest $10 billion in building its largest data centre to date, a state-of-the-art facility in Richland Parish, Louisiana. The hyperscale data centre will support the processing demands of artificial intelligence (AI) workloads.
5 December 2024
Meta is looking for nuclear energy reactor developers
Meta has announced plans to explore nuclear energy as part of its efforts to power artificial intelligence advancements and support its environmental objectives. The company revealed on Tuesday that it will issue a request for proposals (RFP) to identify developers capable of building 1 to 4 gigawatts of new nuclear power capacity reactors in the United States.
4 December 2024
Amazon unveils Nova, new set of AI models
Amazon has introduced Nova, a collection of advanced AI models designed for tasks like analysing text, generating images, and creating videos. These models, announced at the AWS conference in Las Vegas on Tuesday, aim to help businesses reduce costs, speed up processes, and customise AI for their specific needs, says Amazon in an official blog post.
4 December 2024
Talking with AI can help reduce stress: studies show
Two peer-reviewed studies, one published in November 2024 and one in October 2023, shed light on how interacting with AI chatbots can help people manage stress, express emotions, and even improve their overall emotional health.
2 December 2024