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Adriana Marais is a ReturnByte journalist with a passion for technology and world affairs. Follow her on Twitter at @adrianamarais
Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, November 26. (Pexels) AI 

Uncover the Latest AI Innovations: From Pentagon Replicator to Google Dream Track!

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Let’s take a look at today’s daily roundup, which includes the Pentagon’s replicator initiative targeting the widespread use of AI-powered self-driving vehicles by 2026. Aitana, the virtual model, from Spain, is making waves in the AI industry and earning up to €10,000 per month. In Japan, AI robots are transforming agriculture and addressing labor shortages in smart farms. Additionally, the Governor of California is advocating for statewide GenAI training to help people adapt to the changing job market. 1. The Pentagon’s replicator initiative aims for mass deployment of autonomous vehicles…

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The Aditya-L1 mission was launched by ISRO aboard the PSLV-C57 on September 2, 2023. (ISRO Facebook) Space 

ISRO Unveils the Final Stage of Aditya-L1 Mission – Get Ready to Be Amazed!

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India’s space program is making significant progress with a series of successful missions. Following the triumph of the Chandrayaan-3 mission, ISRO has now accomplished the launch of India’s inaugural solar mission, Aditya-L1. The Indian Space Research Organisation is eagerly awaiting the Aditya-L1 solar probe’s arrival at Lagrangian point L1, which is scheduled for January 7. Stay informed about the latest developments regarding India’s groundbreaking solar mission. Aditya-L1 assignment in final stage According to a PTI report, the ISRO chairman spoke about the exciting progress of the Aditya-L1 mission at the…

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Google Maps for Android is finally getting the compass feature back.  (Google) News 

Explore the Colorful New World of Android Auto with Google Maps!

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Google Maps has become the go-to app for navigating within cities, states, and countries. It is ideal for both long-distance travel and checking routes with heavy traffic. Recently, Google Maps has undergone a major visual update, including a revamped color palette. This update is now also available on Android Auto. Stay informed about the changes made to your trusted navigation companion and make the most of its features. The color palette of Google Maps has been renewed According to a report by 9To5 Google, a recent update to Google Maps…

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Apple may have worked on an Apple Watch Ultra in black, with a plastic action button to reduce costs. Gadgets 

A Sneak Peek at the Mysterious Black Apple Watch Ultra – Is It the Next Prototype?

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It’s only been a few months since the Apple Watch Ultra 2 and Series 9 were released alongside the iPhone 15 series, but now a recent leak from tipster ParrotSWD on X (formerly Twitter) suggests that Apple may have been working on an Apple Watch. Ultra black, plastic action button reduces costs. According to his X release based on FCC filings, the design of the alleged black Apple Watch Ultra resembles the current Apple Watch Ultra 2 and the original Apple Watch Ultra. However, there are three things that stand…

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MPs from various political parties received threat notifications on their iPhones in November. With the iPhone threat notifications issue turning into a huge controversy, Apple has scrambled a team to meet Indian officials. (Unsplash) News 

Apple to India: US Team Rushing to Discuss iPhone Security Alerts!

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In the beginning of this month, several opposition party leaders were startled when they received alarming notifications on their iPhones, warning them about potential state-sponsored attackers attempting to compromise their devices remotely. Concerned about this issue, the leaders shared screenshots of the alerts on their X accounts, seeking clarification. However, no further action was taken regarding the iPhone threat notifications, leading the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-in), a department under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), to issue a show cause notice to Apple. According to reports,…

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The Infinix Smart 8 HD is also confirmed to launch with a 6.6-inch HD+ Sunlight Readable display with 500 Nits peak brightness. News 

Unlock the Power of the New Infinix Budget Smartphone – December 8!

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Chinese smartphone brand Infinix is launching a new budget smartphone in the Indian market. The company has confirmed that it will launch the Infinix Smart 8 HD phone in the country on December 8 in four color options – Crystal Green, Galaxy White, Shiny Gold and Timber Black. The successor to the Infinix Smart 7 HD, which was launched in the country in April this year, arrives with significant updates. The design of the Infinix Smart 8 HD features dual rear cameras and an LED flash arranged in a rectangular…

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Apple has already incorporated Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 in the latest iPad Pro, iPhone 15 Pro models, and most new Macs. News 

Mini Makeover: Apple’s iPad Mini Gets a Refresh in 2024!

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The wait for Apple’s new iPad Mini will soon end, as the Cupertino-based technology giant is said to launch the seventh generation iPad mini in September or October next year. According to MacRumors, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has revealed that Apple plans to begin mass production of the next iPad mini sometime in the second half of 2024, supply chain analyst Ming-Chi Kuo said of the device. produced in July or later. The upcoming iPad mini is expected to feature a faster A16 Bionic chip. MacRumors reports that there…

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Musk backing an antisemitic post on the platform last week has led several companies including Walt Disney and Warner Bros Discovery to pause their advertisements on the site formerly called Twitter. News 

Elon Musk’s X Could Face $75 Million Loss By Year-End: Report

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Elon Musk-owned social media company X could lose up to $75 million in advertising revenue by the end of the year as dozens of major brands halt marketing campaigns, the New York Times reported Friday. Musk, who espoused an anti-Semitic message on the platform last week, has prompted several companies, including Walt Disney and Warner Bros. Discovery, to suspend their ads on the site formerly known as Twitter. X has attacked and sued media watchdog group Media Matters, claiming the organization defamed the platform with a report that ads from…

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There are three methods that Google Maps implements in order to stave off abusive content from its platform. (Google) News 

Uncovering the Secrets of Google Maps: Protecting You from Fake and Unhelpful Content!

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Google Maps has provided information on how it actively identifies and addresses fake and unhelpful content on its redesigned platform. The platform has undergone significant updates, including Immersive View, new AI capabilities, and a fresh color scheme. However, these enhancements have increased the need to protect the platform from false reviews and misleading information. Google has outlined three strategies it is employing to combat such content and ensure a secure experience for its users. Let’s explore these approaches. Google Maps posted a blog post: “With more than 20 million reviews,…

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Elon Musk-owned social media platform X faces potential losses of $75 million by the end of 2023 as major companies, including Apple and IBM, pause their advertisements. This follows reports that Musk backed an antisemitic post on the platform. (AFP) News 

Elon Musk’s X in Danger of Losing $75 Million by 2023

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X (formerly Twitter) is facing increasing challenges in the advertising realm. In recent times, prominent companies such as Apple, IBM, and Comcast have withdrawn from displaying ads on the platform. Adding to the predicament, a recent report suggests that the social media platform, owned by Elon Musk, could suffer a financial loss of up to 75 million dollars by the conclusion of 2023 as a result of this corporate exodus. It all started after some reports surfaced claiming that Musk was endorsing anti-Semitic messaging on the platform last week. At…

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The team will collaborate with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) to further examine the matter. News 

Apple Investigating India’s Security Alerts: Get the Scoop Now!

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US tech giant Apple is sending a team of technical and cyber security experts to investigate the recent issue of Indian politicians receiving threat notifications from their devices. According to reports, the team is collaborating with the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) to investigate the matter further. In October, several opposition MPs, including Priyanka Chaturvedi, Mahua Moitra, Pawan Khera, Shashi Tharoor, Raghav Chadha, Sitaram Yechury and Akhilesh Yadav, said they had received notifications from Apple that their devices were targeted by state-sponsored hackers. IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed “concern”…

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Major tech companies like Apple don't see huge staff turnover but when it does most of them like going to other tech brands. News 

Apple Employees: Here Are The Top 10 Tech Companies You Should Consider Joining!

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Apple is one of the largest and most popular technology companies in the world, and many of its employees have been with the company for decades. But even then, many of them leave Apple to pursue other career opportunities, and most of them stay in the industry and join Apple’s competitors, which is hardly surprising to hear. And now there’s been an official analysis of data based on Apple employees leaving the company and having a wish list of brands they want to join in such cases. According to an…

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Google GraphCast AI has emerges as a weather forecasting wonder, surpassing supercomputers with unprecedented accuracy. (Unsplash) AI 

Revolutionising Weather Forecasts: Google GraphCast AI Beats Supercomputers!

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Google DeepMind’s GraphCast AI, an advanced machine learning algorithm, has made a significant breakthrough by surpassing traditional supercomputer-based methods in weather prediction. This cutting-edge model is capable of generating highly accurate 10-day forecasts within minutes, outperforming the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts’ (ECMWF) High-Resolution Forecast (HRES) system, which is currently regarded as the most reliable weather simulation method. Let’s delve into the details of Google GraphCast AI and its remarkable capabilities. Google GraphCast AI: Performance compared to supercomputers Traditional forecasting relies on energy-intensive supercomputers that use complex physical models…

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Elon Musk is ready to compete with OpenAI and Google with his own version of AI chatbot on X called Grok AI. AI 

Elon Musk Announces Launch Date for Grok AI Chatbot: Premium Users Get First Access!

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Elon Musk is preparing to enter the artificial intelligence arena with the Grok AI chatbot, which will be available for X users next week. Musk shared an update on Grok AI via this post on X this week and also talked about who can use the AI chatbot. He confirmed that to use Grok AI, you need an X Premium+ subscription, which is the highest subscription X offers beyond the basic X Premium plan. Yeah. Grok should be available to all X Premium+ subscribers next week. — Elon Musk (@elonmusk)…

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Microsoft Hello authentication can be bypassed by hackers due to vulnerabilities present in fingerprint sensors commonly used in laptops, a study by Blackwing Intelligence have found. (Reuters) News 

Bypass Microsoft Hello? Major Vulnerabilities in Laptop Fingerprint Sensors Uncovered!

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A team of researchers has discovered significant flaws in laptops equipped with fingerprint sensors, which could potentially enable hackers to gain unauthorized access. These vulnerabilities are so serious that the researchers were able to completely bypass the Microsoft Hello authentication system. This discovery is particularly alarming as many Windows laptop users rely on this additional security measure to safeguard their devices, leaving them vulnerable to potential theft of personal and financial data. Throughout their study, the team successfully exploited these Microsoft Hello vulnerabilities to crack three different laptop models: Dell…

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Microsoft Security Copilot provides various measures against digital threats. This AI assistant helps securityteams to tackle cyberattack incidents efficiently. (Microsoft) AI 

Secure Your System with Microsoft’s AI Copilot: Defend Against Cyberattacks!

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In the digital age, our most valuable assets are stored in computer information systems. The increasing advancements in technology have empowered malicious individuals who aim to breach these systems and obtain critical data. According to Microsoft, the frequency of cyberattacks, including password attacks, is surpassing 4,000 per second. Additionally, these attackers can gain unauthorized access within a mere 72 minutes through successful phishing attempts. Consequently, there is an urgent requirement for enhanced cybersecurity measures. Microsoft, known for its proactive approach to security, has introduced a new AI solution called Microsoft…

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Google expressed gratitude for the chance to meet with the government and industry stakeholders to discuss the development of safeguards for synthetic content. AI 

Google Joins Forces with India to Create AI with a Conscience

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US tech giant Google has announced that the company is working closely with the Indian government and industry stakeholders to develop responsible artificial intelligence (AI). Google shares its expertise and knowledge to create responsible AI. Google expressed its appreciation for the opportunity to meet with government and industry stakeholders to discuss the development of safeguards against synthetic content. “We appreciate the opportunity to meet with the government, along with industry stakeholders, to discuss the need to develop safeguards against synthetic content and to share how we are building tools and…

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News headlines will again accompany URL cards on X, reveals X owner Elon Musk in a post on the platform. (AFP) News 

X Marks the Spot: Elon Musk Reverses Course, Brings Back News Headlines!

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Elon Musk has revealed that headlines will be reinstated in news articles shared on X (formerly Twitter), reversing his previous decision made in October 2023. Initially, Musk had removed headlines to enhance the appearance of the preview window by reducing its height. However, this move faced criticism as users found it challenging to grasp the content of a URL solely through the header image. Musk made the announcement yesterday in an X release where he said, “In an upcoming release, X will overlay the title URL card at the top…

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Apple is planning to update the AirPods Max with a USB-C port, replacing the current Lightning port. News 

Max Out Your Music: Get Ready for the Apple AirPods Max 2!

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US tech giant Apple released its first pair of headphones, the AirPods Max, in 2020. Although the company has yet to launch a successor, a new report suggests that Apple is planning to release a new generation model in 2024. According to a MacRumors report, Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman revealed that Apple will introduce a new version of the AirPods Max 2 in late 2024. The report revealed that Apple plans to update the AirPods Max with a USB-C port to replace the current Lightning port. This change complies with European…

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Do you have a long YouTube video that you do not have the time to watch but require a quick summary of? Google Bard’s new feature will help you do this quickly. Check details. (Bloomberg) AI 

Unlock the Answers to Your YouTube Questions with Google Bard!

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Google Bard, a competitor of OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has recently gained new capabilities following the introduction of voice features to OpenAI’s mobile apps. In a similar vein, Google Bard can now comprehend and analyze YouTube videos, providing users with answers to their inquiries. This fresh addition, known as Bard Extensions, was launched earlier this year and allows Bard to collaborate with various Google products, enabling it to respond to questions based on app-specific knowledge bases. The feature has been released and users can now test it out. The new features were…

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