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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
Sam Altman has recently expressed concern over the potential for the increasingly powerful AI technology to inflict harm. (AFP) AI 

Sam Altman of OpenAI Declares AI to be a ‘Game-Changing Advancement’ for Humanity and Technology

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The CEO of OpenAI Inc., Sam Altman, expressed concerns about the potential risks associated with the rapid advancement of AI technology. However, he acknowledged that his company frequently deals with hazardous technology that could be utilized in harmful ways. Altman has recently expressed concern about the potential for harm from increasingly powerful artificial intelligence technology. In an interview at the Bloomberg Technology Summit in San Francisco, he said global regulation can deal with big risks, but it shouldn’t be overdone. OpenAI, maker of the wildly popular ChatGPT chatbot, is valued…

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Infosys will provide certification in AI and Generative AI skills, crucial for landing jobs, through Infosys Springboard Virtual Learning Platform. (REUTERS) AI 

Infosys Springboard Offers Certification in Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI Skills

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On Thursday, Infosys, an IT services firm, declared the launch of a costless certification training program on Artificial Intelligence (AI) through its Infosys Springboard Virtual Learning Platform. According to the statement, Infosys AI-first experts and data strategists responsible for delivering Infosys Topaz AI-first services, solutions and platforms will help shape the curriculum and equip learners with future-ready skills. Infosys offers certifications in AI and generative AI skills that are critical for landing jobs through the Infosys Springboard Virtual Learning Platform. The certification offers a variety of courses covering a range…

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PM Narendra Modi with US President Joe Biden during the State Arrival Ceremony on the South Lawn of the White House, in Washington DC, (PTI) News 

India and US to Sign Deals on Space, 6G, and AI During Modi’s Visit to the US

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India and the US are poised to establish a long-term collaboration that extends from Earth to space. Reports indicate that India will endorse the non-binding Artemis Accords, which cover civil space exploration and utilization. Additionally, NASA and ISRO have agreed to a joint space mission to the International Space Station, with plans to launch as early as 2024, according to the White House. “In space, we can announce that India will sign the Artemis agreements, which advance a shared vision of space exploration for the benefit of all humanity,” a…

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BabySat is a medical-grade wearable pulse-ox monitor that requires a prescription. News 

FDA Allows Owlet to Resume Selling Baby-Monitoring Sock After Two-Year Hiatus

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After almost 18 months of being ordered by the FDA to halt the sale of its smart sock, Owlet has regained the trust of the US regulator. The company has been granted clearance for its BabySat product, a wireless “sock” designed for newborns and babies that serves as a medical-grade pulse-ox monitor. The FDA’s objection was based on the fact that the wearables could transmit a live display of the baby’s heart rate and oxygen levels, which is critical information that should be interpreted by the physician, especially in vulnerable…

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Educators can sign up for access through Figma's website. News 

US School Students Now Have Free Access to Figma

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An increasing number of students are ditching traditional pen and paper in favor of laptops, which they use for various academic tasks such as note-taking and research. In response, companies are developing programs that cater to tech-focused learning, such as Figma, a cloud-based design tool. Figma has recently announced that it is offering free access to all K-12 students in the US, in partnership with Google for Education. The initiative was initially launched in beta last year, with 50 high schools nationwide receiving complimentary access to Figma and FigJam, a…

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While some users may not have a problem with these ads, others look for a cleaner and ad-free user experience. News 

Disable Ads On Realme And Xiaomi Devices

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Xiaomi and Realme, two well-known Chinese smartphone brands, provide a plethora of captivating features on their mobile devices. Nevertheless, both brands incorporate advertisements and pop-up banners into their mobile operating systems. While some users may not have a problem with these ads, others prefer a clearer and ad-free user experience. If you are tired of constantly seeing ads on your Realme or Xiaomi phone, don’t worry because both Realme and Xiaomi offer options to disable these personalized ads. By following a few simple instructions in your phone settings, you can…

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Microsoft has announced a price hike for its flagship gaming console—the Xbox Series X—and its GamePass subscription service. Here are the new prices. Gaming 

Xbox Increases Cost of Xbox Series X and Xbox GamePass – See Updated Prices Here

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The Xbox Series X, Microsoft’s top gaming console, and its GamePass subscription service will experience a price increase, according to an announcement made by the company. The Xbox Series X price will increase starting August 1 in all regions except the United States, Brazil, Chile, Japan, and Colombia. However, with the exception of a few, the price of GamePass is global and affects the countries mentioned above. Microsoft and the Xbox Series X are following Sony’s lead here, as the Japanese giant has already raised the price of the PS5…

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Domino's pizza app introduces ‘Domino's Pinpoint Delivery’ for address-free orders. (Hindustan Times) News 

Domino’s Pizza Introduces ‘Pinpoint Delivery’ Feature for App Orders Without an Address

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Domino’s Pizza, the well-known food chain, has introduced a fresh addition to its app called Domino’s Pinpoint Delivery. As per Business Insider’s report, this feature is designed to provide greater ease to users by allowing deliveries to be made to any location without requiring an address. Customers can now relish their preferred pizzas at public spots like parks, baseball fields, and beaches without the hassle of locating the nearest landmark to place their order. Availability limited to the United States Currently, the new Pinpoint Delivery feature is only available to…

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, D-N.Y., arrives to talk to reporters about artificial intelligence, during a news conference after a closed-door meeting with fellow Democrats, at the Capitol in Washington, Wednesday, June 21, 2023. (AP) AI 

Democrat Urges Quick Action on AI Regulations to Spark a Revolution

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Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer stated on Wednesday that the swift expansion of artificial intelligence tools is a pivotal moment of revolution, and emphasized the need for the government to promptly regulate companies involved in its development. The New York Democrat said he is working on “very ambitious” bipartisan legislation to maximize the technology’s benefits and mitigate significant risks. While Schumer did not reveal the specifics of such legislation, he did offer some key goals: protecting U.S. elections from AI-generated misinformation or interference, protecting U.S. workers and intellectual property rights,…

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It also writes follow-up emails, blog posts and more. AI 

Otter’s AI Chatbot Helps You Stay Focused During Meetings

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Otter.ai has recently introduced Otter Chat, an AI chatbot that is tailored for work meetings. This chatbot serves as a collaborative AI intelligence that assists all meeting participants by transcribing meeting data and condensing it into a comprehensible conversation. With this feature, it can provide precise answers to inquiries about the meeting that just occurred, even if you were preoccupied with other important tasks. The cheekily named OtterPilot chatbot does more than just summarize meetings. It works with all attendees to create content based on meeting information, such as blog…

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'WarioWare: Move It!' will land on Switch on November 3rd. Gaming 

Nintendo’s WarioWare game encourages physical movement

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During today’s Direct, Nintendo unveiled a plethora of new games for the Switch, including a new addition to the WarioWare series. The upcoming game will require players to utilize their entire body to successfully complete the diverse microgames. WarioWare: Move It! – game has more than 200 microgames. According to Nintendo, it asks you to hold a pair of Joy-Cons and “move your body to engage lightning-fast microgames.” You have to synchronize your movements with what you see on the screen to win. Games include swinging your arms to skate…

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NASA Juno spacecraft spots a green glow from a lightning strike on Jupiter. (NASA) Space 

Jupiter Captured in Stunning Photo Showing Green Lightning Bolt by NASA’s Juno Spacecraft

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The wonders of the universe can be incredibly captivating. The breathtaking images captured by NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope in a single year have proven this fact. However, other NASA spacecraft are now joining in on the excitement. The NASA Juno spacecraft, currently in orbit around Jupiter, recently took a perplexing photo revealing a green sphere deep within the planet. But, contrary to popular belief, this is not a signal from extraterrestrial life. NASA has clarified that the image depicts the radiance of a lightning bolt on Jupiter. A NASA…

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The number of deepfakes circulating on the internet has exploded since the term first appeared on internet on 2017. (Bloomberg) AI 

Governments Taking Action to Control Deepfakes as AI Becomes More Widely Used

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The news paragraph includes images of Donald Trump embracing and kissing his former chief medical adviser, Dr. Anthony Fauci, as well as pornographic depictions of Hollywood actresses and internet influencers. Additionally, there is a photo of an explosion that occurred at the Pentagon. All were found to be “deepfakes”, highly realistic audio and visual content created using rapidly developing artificial intelligence technology. Those harmed by digital forgeries — especially women who appear in sexually intimate forgeries without consent — have few options for redress, and lawmakers across the country are…

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Android users have been warned about malware-app stealing their data. (Pixabay) News 

Alert Android Users: Safeguard Your Data from Malicious App – Here’s How

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According to ESET, a provider of cybersecurity software, an app with malicious intent has been discovered in the Google Play Store and has been collecting data from Android users since September of this year. The app is called iRecorder – Screen Recorder, 50,000 downloads and it was found to steal data of Android users since September 19, 2021. According to ESET, “iRecorder – Screen Recorder app was first uploaded to the store on September 19, 2021 without any malicious features. However, it appears that dangerous functionality was added later; this…

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YouTube will launch its first official shopping channel for live commerce in South Korea later this month, Yonhap news agency reported on Wednesday. News 

YouTube To Introduce Shopping Platform In South Korea

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According to Yonhap news agency, YouTube is set to debut its inaugural live commerce shopping channel in South Korea on June 30. South Korea already has a thriving streaming business led by tech giant Naver, making it the best test market for global heavyweights as the Alphabet-owned company focuses on being “buyable.” The new channel works in Korean and starts as a 90-day project. Initially, it will provide companies with a live trading platform and plans to stream shopping content from about 30 brands, Yonhap and other Korean media said,…

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Asteroid 2023 HF1 is an Apollo-group near-Earth Asteroid. (Pixabay) Space 

Asteroid Flying Past Earth at High Speed Today Measuring 180 Feet

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NASA has utilized ground-based telescopes such as Pans-STARRS1 in Maui, Hawaii and the Catalina Sky Survey in Tucson, Arizona to conduct surveys that have identified numerous near-Earth objects. Additionally, the space-based telescope NEOWISE has identified hundreds more by scanning the skies using near-infrared wavelengths of light from its polar orbit around Earth. To gather accurate information about the asteroid’s trajectory and features, NASA employs its ground-based radar. With such advanced technology, NASA has now issued a warning about an asteroid that is scheduled to pass Earth today. About asteroid 2023…

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman disclosed the potential plans during a meeting with developers in London last month, a report said. (AFP) AI 

OpenAI Launches Marketplace for AI Software

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According to sources familiar with the matter, OpenAI intends to introduce a platform where developers can market their AI models developed using its AI technology. The company is renowned for creating the widely used chatbot ChatGPT. The Information reported this development on Tuesday. Enterprise customers using ChatGPT often customize the technology for their own uses, which range from identifying financial fraud from online transaction data to answering questions about specific markets based on internal documents. According to the news report, makers of such models could offer them to other companies…

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While buying or selling high-end U.S. chips is not illegal in China, U.S. export restrictions have created a de facto underground market. (REUTERS) AI 

Exploring China’s Black Market for Advanced Nvidia AI Processors

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In light of the U.S. sanctions, where can a Chinese purchaser acquire high-end Nvidia AI chips? A visit to the famous Huaqiangbei electronics district in the southern Chinese city of Shenzhen is a good bet – especially the SEG Plaza skyscraper, whose first 10 floors are filled with shops selling everything from camera parts to drones. Chips are not advertised, but discreetly asking works. They are not cheap. Two vendors there, who spoke to Reuters individually on condition of anonymity, said they could supply small quantities of the A100 AI…

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It will come with all the updates the iOS app has gotten since it launched. News 

Cruise unveils Android app for autonomous ride-hailing

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Cruise has recently introduced an Android application for ride-hailing, enabling individuals in San Francisco to request one of its autonomous taxis even if they do not own an iPhone. According to the self-driving car firm, 20% of its waitlisters use Android, and a social media survey revealed that an Android app was one of the most frequently requested updates. The Android app from Cruise will include all of the enhancements that have been made to the iOS app since its inception, such as the ability to place a movable pin…

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DataRobot utilizes AI to enhance disease propensity modeling, (Pixabay) AI 

DataRobot Leverages AI to Assess Risk of Illness in Patients

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Healthcare professionals are frequently confronted with the overwhelming responsibility of sorting through copious amounts of data from diverse origins to determine if a patient is susceptible to a particular ailment in the future or if they have already contracted it. This can be problematic when making critical decisions or identifying high-risk patients, resulting in wasted time, delayed diagnoses, and potentially adverse consequences. To meet this challenge, the DataRobot AI Platform aims to integrate all types of data from different sources into a unified system across the organization. This platform delivers…

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