The model, dubbed FaceAge, estimates how old a person looks compared to their chronological age, or the amount of time that’s passed since their birth. FaceAge’s makers say their tool could help doctors decide on the best course of treatment for diseases like cancer. But one outside expert told Live Science that before it is […]
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Microsoft effectively raises high-end Surface prices by discontinuing base models
When Microsoft announced new Surface devices earlier this week, we noted that there wasn’t a lot of daylight between the starting prices of the new but lower-end devices ($799 for the 12-inch Surface Pro, $899 for the 13-inch Surface Laptop) and the starting prices of the older-but-higher-end Surfaces from last spring ($999 for both). It […]
AI execs say US must increase exports, improve infrastructure to beat China
Top executives at American AI giants OpenAI, Microsoft (MSFT.O), opens new tab and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD.O), opens new tab said at a U.S. Senate hearing on Thursday that while the U.S. is ahead in the artificial-intelligence race, Washington needs to boost infrastructure and champion AI chip exports to stay ahead of Beijing. The U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, chaired […]
Google rolls out AI tools to protect Chrome users against scams
Google announced on Thursday that it’s rolling out new AI-powered defenses to help combat scams on Chrome. The tech giant will begin using Gemini Nano, its on-device large language model (LLM), on desktop to protect users against online scams. It’s also launching new AI-powered warnings for Chrome on Android to help users be aware of […]
Nvidia shares climb as Trump administration prepares to end chip export restrictions
Nvidia shares rose on Wednesday as the Trump administration prepared to rescind what’s known as the “AI diffusion rule,” effectively stopping a set of artificial intelligence chip controls from taking effect later this month. A Department of Commerce spokesperson confirmed the plan to CNBC after Bloomberg reported on it earlier. “The Biden AI rule is overly complex, […]
LinkedIn’s new AI search tool lets you describe your ideal job
LinkedIn is launching a new generative AI tool that allows users to find job listings by describing their perfect role. The platform’s updated AI-powered search bar now provides users with job posting results based on natural language descriptions, such as “find me entry-level brand manager roles in fashion,” and “jobs for analysts who love sustainability […]
U.S. seeks breakup of Google’s ad-tech products after judge finds illegal monopoly
The U.S. Department of Justice has proposed that Google sell its AdX digital ad marketplace and DFP platform for managing and delivering ads on websites, after a federal judge found the company illegally dominated two online ad-tech markets. The proposed remedies, including divestitures, are necessary to end the Alphabet -owned tech giant’s monopolies and restore […]
Skype Shuts Down After 22 Years, Ending an Era of Internet Calling
Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion in what was then its largest-ever acquisition. At its peak, Skype had more than 300 million monthly active users and was synonymous with internet-based voice and video calling. For many, Skype was their first experience of speaking to someone halfway across the world for free, a radical […]
Waymo ramps up robotaxi production at new Arizona factory
Waymo has played coy for years about exactly how many Jaguar I-Pace EVs are in its autonomous fleet — a figure that covers vehicles used in testing and commercial robotaxi operations. On Monday, the Alphabet company finally provided a peek at the commercial side of the fleet. Waymo said Monday, as part of a larger […]
OpenAI dials back conversion plan, nonprofit to retain control
OpenAI has dialed back a significant restructuring plan, with its nonprofit parent retaining control in a move that is likely to limit CEO Sam Altman’s power over the pioneering maker of ChatGPT. The announcement follows a storm of criticism and legal challenges, including a high-profile lawsuit filed by rival and co-founder Elon Musk, who has […]
Apple plans to split iPhone 18 launch into two phases in 2026
Apple is planning to split the launch of its iPhone 18 range, expected in 2026, by about half a year, The Information reported, citing supply chain sources. The company is planning to release the Pro versions of the iPhone 18 in fall 2026, and push the release of the less expensive iPhone 18, along with […]
Roku is looking into complaints about washed-out HDR streams
Roku is investigating user reports of washed-out colors when streaming HDR content from Disney Plus, according to a thread on the Roku issue tracking board. However, the issue seems to go beyond that, affecting almost any app for Roku TVs, suggest user comments on the thread over the last week. The problem appears to be […]