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Febin Mathew, Co-Founder & Editor at ReturnByte, reports on modern technology advanced including AI & Robotics. He has been helping people figure out their tech to make informed choices. Being a creative expressionist, he loves capturing aesthetic visuals that build narratives. For leisure, he loves gaming, riding motorcycles and hiking. Follow him @febinmathew7 on Instagram
A solar storm will strike Mars on December 11, triggered by a halo CME, shows NASA model. Shockingly, it is expected to erode a small portion of the red planet’s atmosphere. (Pixabay) Space 

NASA model reveals CME’s potential to trigger solar storm on Mars and degrade its atmosphere; Get more information

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Not only is the Sun’s continuous solar activity impacting Earth, but it is also affecting neighboring planets. In October, Venus experienced the effects of a powerful coronal mass ejection (CME) cloud, causing electromagnetic fluctuations that led to the erosion of its atmosphere, which escaped into space. Now, according to NASA’s model, a complete halo CME is projected to strike Mars on December 11, resulting in a solar storm. This event is anticipated to have a similar impact on the red planet, causing a minor loss of its atmosphere. Intriguingly, the…

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The new financing brings Air Space’s valuation to roughly $300 million, according to people familiar with the situation who asked not to be identified because the details are private. (Bloomberg) Space 

New financing values aerospace AI startup Air Space Intelligence at approximately $300 million.

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To further expand its collaboration with the Department of Defense, an AI startup focused on air travel has secured $34 million in funding, with Andreessen Horowitz leading the investment round. Air Space Intelligence Inc. has long sold its tools — dubbed Waze for flights — to commercial airlines such as Alaska Airlines. The startup’s marquee product called Flyways can help air carriers choose aircraft routes taking into account factors such as air traffic, weather and airport conditions. The new funding raises Air Space’s value to about $300 million, according to…

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The European Union's landmark Artificial Intelligence (AI) Act may exempt opensource models from strict regulation, according to a leaked compromise proposal seen by Reuters. AI 

These Models May Not Be Subject to Europe’s AI Regulations

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LONDON: The European Union’s landmark artificial intelligence (AI) law could exempt open-source models from strict regulation, according to a compromise proposal leaked to Reuters. Lawmakers suspended talks Thursday after negotiations that lasted nearly 24 hours overnight failed to reach a consensus on how best to regulate the rapidly evolving technology. Open source refers to the free and open sharing of software code, allowing anyone to contribute to updating it or solving bugs. Prominent European companies active in the open source space include France’s Mistral and Germany’s Aleph Alpha, both of…

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Highlighting the national strategy on AI, Chandrasekhar emphasised its pivotal role in addressing societal challenges. However, he acknowledged the ethical concerns encircling AI, notably biases, privacy violations, and transparency issues AI 

Chandrasekhar Addresses MPs’ Concerns on Government’s Efforts to Utilize AI for Practical Applications

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During the winter session of Parliament, Lok Sabha members turned their attention to the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) and sought detailed insights from Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar. The discussions covered potential impacts, regulatory plans, initiatives and challenges related to artificial intelligence technology. The questions asked by the members were primarily aimed at the government’s strategy regarding the introduction of artificial intelligence and its alignment with global regulations. Minister Chandrasekhar outlined the government’s ambitious vision: “The government expects AI to be a kinetic enabler…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, December 7. (Unsplash) AI 

EU AI Act leaked, brAInspark introduces gen AI platform, and other AI updates you might have overlooked today

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Today, December 7, witnessed several significant advancements in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). A leaked compromise proposal obtained by Reuters suggests that the EU’s AI Act may not include AI models that possess an open-source license. Meanwhile, in the United States, despite the integration of AI in drive-thru services by popular chains such as Checkers and Carl’s Jr., human involvement remains prevalent, constituting more than 70% of customer interactions in locations like the Philippines. Conversely, Neverinstall has unveiled its Windows Cloud PC, which seeks to challenge established Desktop-As-A-Service providers…

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The Taiwan-based company exited the Indian market few years back but it wants to continue making and selling phones. News 

Is it time to get excited as HTC plans to make a comeback in the smartphone market?

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Remember HTC? The company that launched good-looking phones like the HTC One and Wildfire is planning to make a comeback in the smartphone market, and in 2024 we might see something tangible. The company has launched its phones in select markets in recent years, but plans to intensify its focus on the market next year, as highlighted by the company’s global marketing manager. HTC plans to release more than a few phones each year, which may not sound like much compared to other established brands, but it still means something…

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AMD Chief Executive Officer Lisa Su introduced a long-anticipated lineup called the MI300 at an event Wednesday held in San Jose, California. (Bloomberg) News 

AMD CEO Unveils Nvidia Challenger and Predicts Impressive Results

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Advanced Micro Devices Inc. has introduced new accelerator chips that are designed to outperform competitor products in running artificial intelligence software, targeting a market currently dominated by Nvidia Corp. The company unveiled the long-awaited lineup called the MI300 at an event held on Wednesday in San Jose, California. CEO Lisa Su also gave an eye-popping prediction about the size of the AI chip industry, saying it could reach more than $400 billion in the next four years. That’s more than double AMD’s forecast in August, showing how quickly expectations for…

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Three separate solar flare eruptions have occurred in the last 24 hours, sending extreme ultraviolet radiation to the Earth and causing short-wave radio blackouts. (Pixabay) Space 

NOAA Reports Radio Blackouts on Earth Caused by Multiple M-class Solar Flares on the Sun

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On December 5, a minor solar storm occurred, causing auroras in the arctic circles. Although it was not significant, the Sun has been consistently active as it approaches the peak of its solar cycle. Within the past day, the Sun has experienced three separate M-class solar flares, emitting extreme ultraviolet radiation. This radiation has led to short-wave radio blackouts on Earth, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. It remains uncertain whether any of these eruptions have produced coronal mass ejections aimed at our planet, which could potentially result…

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GTA 6 trailer is finally out, but some finer details might have escaped your notice. Let's see what Rockstar has in store for gamers once the game launches. Gaming 

Latest Update on GTA 6 Reveals Exciting Developments

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The official trailer for GTA 6 is finally out, and the 1 minute and 30 second trailer nicely highlights what fans can expect from the game when it launches in 2025. The trailer opens with a sunset in Vice City, Rockstar’s fictional Miami, and then reveals Lucia – the first female protagonist in the GTA franchise. Throughout the runtime, we can see several details surrounding the story, including a possible relationship between Jason, the male protagonist, and Lucia, possibly inspired by Bonnie and Clyde. While most of the trailer shows…

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Wikipedia's top 25 most-read articles list reveals that a number of India-related topics have made it to the top. Read on to check the full list. AI 

The Most Popular Wikipedia Articles of 2023: From ChatGPT to Bollywood Blockbusters

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Wikipedia is an important resource for many who are looking for information on various topics. To celebrate this, the Wikimedia Foundation – the organization behind Wikipedia – publishes its list of the most read articles at the end of each year, like many other platforms. This year is no exception, with many topics related to emerging technologies such as generative artificial intelligence, the Cricket World Cup, and movies taking center stage. Overall, the English-language Wikipedia received a total of 84 billion views this year, according to Wikimedia. The list released…

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Google has released its December security patch, and if you're eligible to download it, you should do so immediately. Read on to know why. News 

Critical! Android Users Must Immediately Install This Security Update to Safeguard Against Hackers

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Google has started releasing a security patch for December, and it appears to fix several vulnerabilities affecting Android devices, but the highlight has to be CVE-2023-40088. This vulnerability allows remote code execution, or RCE, and an attacker could exploit this to install malicious code or software on a user’s phone without consent. Google itself has stated that this vulnerability is dangerous. The company notes that it can lead to “remote (proximal/adjacent) code execution without additional execution privileges” and that “no user interaction is required to operate.” Simply put, this could…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, December 5. (REUTERS) Reviews 

Government Review of Crackdown on Deepfakes and Meta-IBM AI Alliance Among Five AI Developments You May Have Missed Today

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Today, on December 5, a significant event occurred in the field of artificial intelligence. Rajeev Chandrasekhar, the Union Minister, held meetings with social media platforms to assess their advancements in addressing the problems of deepfakes and misinformation. It is anticipated that new guidelines for adherence will be issued. Additionally, Meta Platforms and IBM have partnered with 40 other organizations to establish an AI alliance focused on open-source AI initiatives. The objective of this industry group is to promote technology sharing and minimize risks. These developments, along with other noteworthy updates,…

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India's technology minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar speaks during the first plenary session on of the AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park, on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023 in Bletchley, England. (AP) News 

Government Evaluates Social Media Platforms’ Efforts to Combat Deepfakes; Advisory on Full Compliance Forthcoming

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Union Minister Rajeev Chandrasekhar held a meeting with social media platforms on Tuesday to assess their efforts in combating misinformation and deepfakes. He emphasized that within the next two days, advisories will be issued to ensure complete adherence by these platforms. New, amended IT rules to further ensure compatibility of platforms and the safety and trust of online users are being actively considered, Chandrasekhar said at X (formerly Twitter). “Today we held another #DigitalIndiaDialogues for Misinformation and #Deepfakes event with brokers to review progress since the November 24 meeting. Many…

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Vice President and Chief AI Scientist at Meta, Yann LeCun, speaks at the Vivatech show in Paris, France on June 14, 2023. (AP) AI 

Tech Giants Lobby Regulators Over Open-Source vs. Closed AI Futures

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While tech leaders have been advocating for the regulation of artificial intelligence, they are also actively lobbying to ensure that the forthcoming regulations are advantageous to their interests. That doesn’t mean they all want the same thing. Facebook parent Meta and IBM on Tuesday launched a new group called the AI Alliance, which advocates an “open science” approach to artificial intelligence development, putting them at odds with rivals Google, Microsoft and ChatGPT maker OpenAI. These two divergent camps—open and closed—disagree on whether AI should be built in a way that…

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Google is clearly eager to end the menace of spam mails and this new method has been hard-tested for the past year but will it work? News 

Users should prepare for the most significant Gmail update aimed at preventing spam emails.

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Gmail users have received one of the most important security updates in years, and they aim to prevent the biggest problem for users. The mail platform wants to minimize the amount of spam that reaches your inbox, and this update promises to work in just that direction. Gmail has worked extensively to improve its spam detection rate, which the company claims is now 38 percent better. But how does this translate into real-time detection and less spam entering the user’s inbox? Google is developing its detection methods to counter spammers…

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OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap speaks on AI for business and CEO Sam Altman ouster. (AFP) AI 

OpenAI COO Discusses Exaggerated Claims of AI for Business, Shares Details of Sam Altman’s Departure

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In 2023, the term “artificial intelligence” has become widely popular, as major companies are introducing their range of AI services for both consumers and businesses. The launch of OpenAI’s AI chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022 marked the beginning of a significant revolution in AI technology. Since then, there have been rapid advancements in the field, with Microsoft and Google also unveiling their own AI services. The demand for AI in business has surged, as companies utilize this new technology to expand their operations and provide enhanced services to customers. However,…

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OpenAI COO Brad Lightcap speaks on AI for business and CEO Sam Altman ouster. (AFP) AI 

OpenAI COO Discusses Exaggerated Claims of AI for Business, Shares Details of Sam Altman’s Departure

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In 2023, the term “artificial intelligence” has become widely popular, as major companies are introducing their range of AI services for both consumers and businesses. The launch of OpenAI’s AI chatbot ChatGPT in November 2022 marked the beginning of a significant revolution in AI technology. Since then, there have been rapid advancements in the field, with Microsoft and Google also unveiling their own AI services. The demand for AI in business has surged, as companies utilize this new technology to expand their operations and provide enhanced services to customers. However,…

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The "ant-based algorithm" and other learning systems, studied by data scientists, are now being used to reduce inefficiencies in manufacturing processes - one way to cut planet-warming emissions. (Pexels) AI 

COP28 Climate Targets: Can AI Help Us Reach Them – and What Will It Cost?

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Ants leave chemical pheromones along their trail to communicate with other ants when traveling between their nest and a food source. Before long, the shortest route has the strongest chemical signature, which helps other ants learn to use it, said Tshilidzi Marwala, an artificial intelligence engineer and president of UN University. The “ant-based algorithm” and other learning systems studied by computer scientists are now being used to reduce inefficiencies in production processes – one way to reduce global warming. “Today we have ant-based AI algorithms because (they) are quite powerful,”…

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Know what’s happening in the AI universe today, December 4. (Unsplash) AI 

Don’t Miss Out: 5 AI Developments You Need to Know About Now!

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Today, December 4, witnessed significant advancements in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). Amazon revealed its intention to enhance its Amazon Future Engineer initiative by introducing advanced coding and AI modules in 100 schools in Karnataka. Simultaneously, the Delhi High Court requested the Indian government to provide a response to a public interest litigation (PIL) concerning deepfakes. Additionally, the CEO of Nvidia pledged to prioritize the supply of AI processors to Japan, considering the country’s substantial chip investment of $13.6 billion and the global demand for such technology. All this…

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Japan is rushing to rebuild its once world-leading semiconductor infrastructure and catch up on the development of AI technology. AI 

Nvidia CEO Pledges to Make Japan a Priority for AI Processor Development

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Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said Monday that his company is doing its best to ship its AI processors to Japan amid extremely high market demand. Japan is rushing to rebuild its once world-leading semiconductor infrastructure and catch up with the development of artificial intelligence technology. Graphics processing units (GPUs) manufactured by the US company Nvidia dominate the artificial intelligence market. “Demand is very high, but I promised the prime minister that we will do our best to prioritize Japan’s requirements for GPUs,” Huang told reporters at Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s…

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