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Meta Restructures Hardware Division, Nvidia Becomes Most Valuable Company

Meta forms new Wearables group and lays off some employees. Kilimo helps farmers save water and get paid for it. Nvidia overtakes Microsoft as the world's most valuable company. The Framework Laptop 13 is about to become one of the world's first RISC-V laptops.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181420/meta-wearables-reality-labs-layoffshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/18/kilimo-helps-farmers-save-water-and-get-paid-for-it/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181393/nvidia-most-valuable-company-microsoft-apple-googlehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/18/24181278/framework-laptop-risc-v-laptop-isa-arm-amd-intel-x86Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Meta forms new Wearables group and lays off some employees(00:03:18) Exclusive: Kilimo helps farmers save water and get paid for it(00:06:50) Nvidia overtakes Microsoft as the world’s most valuable company(00:10:02) The Framework Laptop 13 is about to become one of the world’s first RISC-V laptops

CuspAI Revolutionizes Material Design, SUSE’s AI Strategy for U.S. Market

CuspAI raises $30M to create a Gen-AI-driven search engine for new materials. SUSE wants a piece of the AI cake, too. Plus, Google brings Gemini mobile app to India with nine Indian language support. Also, Threads finally launches its API for developers.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/18/cuspai-raises-30m-to-create-a-gen-ai-driven-search-engine-for-new-materials/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/18/suse-wants-a-piece-of-the-ai-cake-too/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/17/google-brings-gemini-mobile-app-to-india-with-nine-indian-language-support/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/18/threads-finally-launches-its-api-for-developers/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) CuspAI raises $30M to create a Gen-AI-driven search engine for new materials(00:03:40) SUSE wants a piece of the AI cake, too(00:06:26) Google brings Gemini mobile app to India with nine Indian language support(00:09:22) Threads finally launches its API for developers

Chrome’s New Webpage Reading Feature, McDonald’s Ends AI Drive-Thru Testing

Chrome on Android introduces a revolutionary feature that reads webpages out loud. McDonald's decision to end AI drive-thru ordering sparks curiosity. Plus, Black founders create tailored ChatGPTs for a more personalized AI experience. Also, India's Oyo faces a significant decline in valuation as it finalizes new funding.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/16/24179757/google-chrome-android-listen-to-this-page-website-readerhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/16/24179679/mcdonalds-ending-ai-chatbot-drive-thru-ordering-test-ibmhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/16/black-founders-are-creating-tailored-chatgpts-for-a-more-personalized-experience/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/16/indias-oyo-once-valued-at-10b-finalizes-new-funding-at-2-5b-valuation/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Chrome on Android can read webpages out loud from within the app(00:03:33) McDonald’s will stop testing AI to take drive-thru orders, for now(00:06:46) Black founders are creating tailored ChatGPTs for a more personalized experience(00:09:22) India's Oyo, once valued at $10B, finalizes new funding at $2.5B valuation

Voyager 1 Back Online, Apple and Meta Face EU Charges, Asus Overhauls Customer Support, Apple’s AI Icon Challenge

NASA announces Voyager 1 is fully back online after a communication issue. Apple and Meta could face charges for violating EU tech rules. Asus makes significant changes to its customer support system. Apple joins the race to find an AI icon that makes sense. Stay updated on the latest developments in space exploration, tech regulations, customer service improvements, and AI interface design.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/15/24179265/voyager-1-functioning-again-nasa-deep-spacehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/14/24178724/apple-meta-eu-charges-dmahttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/14/24178785/asus-customer-support-gamers-nexushttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/15/apple-joins-the-race-to-find-an-ai-icon-that-makes-sense/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) NASA says Voyager 1 is fully back online months after it stopped making sense(00:03:27) Apple and Meta could face charges for violating EU tech rules(00:06:44) How Asus is overhauling its customer support after Gamers Nexus investigation(00:10:10) Apple joins the race to find an AI icon that makes sense

Yahoo News App Revives Artifact, OpenAI Adds Former NSA Head

Yahoo resurrects Artifact inside a new AI-powered News app. Former head of NSA joins OpenAI board. Plus, Microsoft's all-knowing Recall AI feature is being delayed.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24177980/yahoo-news-app-launch-artifact-ai-architecturehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24178079/openai-board-paul-nakasone-nsa-safetyhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24177980/yahoo-news-app-launch-artifact-ai-architecturehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/13/24178144/microsoft-windows-ai-recall-feature-delayOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:37) Yahoo resurrects Artifact inside a new AI-powered News app(00:02:50) Former head of NSA joins OpenAI board(00:05:54) Yahoo resurrects Artifact inside a new AI-powered News app(00:08:32) Microsoft’s all-knowing Recall AI feature is being delayed

Android Engineering VP Steps Down, Humanoid Robot Drives Cars, Windows on Arm Chip Race Heats Up, and New 35mm Film Camera Release

Android Engineering VP Dave Burke steps down from his role, while a humanoid robot learns to drive cars. The chip industry heats up with a challenger to Qualcomm in the Windows on Arm chip race. Plus, a new 35mm film camera is set to make waves in the industry. Stay tuned for the latest updates on these tech developments.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/android-engineering-vp-dave-burke-steps-down-as-he-explores-ai-bio-roles-within-the-company/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/this-humanoid-robot-can-drive-cars-sort-of/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24177129/mediatek-arm-windows-chip-snapdragon-x-elite-competitorhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24177217/mint-rollei-35af-35mm-film-camera-waitlist-release-announcementOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Android Engineering VP Dave Burke steps down, as he explores "AI/bio" roles within the company(00:02:48) This humanoid robot can drive cars — sort of(00:05:18) The Windows on Arm chip race heats up with a challenger to Qualcomm(00:07:51) There’s a new 35mm film camera coming this year, and it looks pretty good

German Startup Raises $273M for Graphene-Based Chip Tech, AI Revolutionizes Financial Analysis

Germany's Black Semiconductor secures $273 million for graphene-based chip technology. Linq raises $6.6 million to use AI for financial analysis. Apex attracts $95 million in funding for off-the-shelf satellite bus business. Elon Musk's unusual relationships at SpaceX revealed in investigation.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/12/germanys-black-semiconductor-raises-273m-for-graphene-based-chip-tech/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/linq-raises-6-6m-to-use-ai-to-make-research-easier-for-financial-analysts/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/11/apex-raises-95m-to-scale-satellite-bus-production/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/12/24176705/spacex-elon-musk-gwynne-shotwell-sexual-relationshipsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Germany's Black Semiconductor raises $273M for graphene-based chip tech(00:04:58) Linq raises $6.6M to use AI to make research easier for financial analysts(00:08:49) Apex's off-the-shelf satellite bus business attracts $95M in new funding(00:11:25) Elon Musk has unusual relationships with women at SpaceX, WSJ reports

Google TV Network Launches with Unskippable Ads, Apple’s AI Fix for iPhone Notifications

Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads through their new advertising network. Apple aims to fix the broken notifications system with its AI-powered Focus mode. Plus, Just Dance boogies its way onto Meta Quest headsets, and Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices over AI integrations.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175676/google-fast-ads-streaming-tv-networkhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24175711/can-apple-intelligence-fix-the-iphones-broken-notifications-systemhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/11/24175913/just-dance-is-boogying-its-way-onto-meta-quest-headsetshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/10/elon-musk-threatens-to-ban-apple-devices-from-his-companies-over-apples-chatgpt-integrations/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Google is ready to fill free streaming TV channels with ads(00:02:52) Can Apple Intelligence fix the iPhone’s broken notifications system?(00:05:41) Just Dance is boogying its way onto Meta Quest headsets.(00:07:58) Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices from his companies over Apple's ChatGPT integrations

Microsoft Expands Game Availability, Apple Ventures into Home Robotics

Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms. Apple explores the world of smart home robots. Plus, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches with exciting new features. Also, the iPad Pro needs software worthy of its hardware.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/24174977/xbox-phil-spencer-games-ps5-interviewhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24174800/apple-intelligence-ai-smart-home-robot-rumorshttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24173672/microsoft-flight-simulator-2024-november-19th-release-date-trailerhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/6/9/24169016/apple-ipad-pro-ipados-18-wwdc-ai-featuresOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Xbox chief confirms more games are coming to other platforms(00:03:37) Apple’s next nebulous idea: smart home robots(00:06:52) Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 launches on November 19th(00:09:27) The iPad Pro needs software worthy of the name

AI Revolutionizes Health Insurance, TMNT Returns in Animated Series

Anterior secures $20M funding to expedite health insurance approvals with AI. The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release. Plus, Wazer Pro makes desktop water jetting more affordable. Also, Apple focuses on making AI useful, not flashy.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/anterior-grabs-20m-from-nea-at-95m-valuation-to-expedite-health-insurance-approvals-with-ai/https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/8/24174515/tales-of-the-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-trailer-paramount-plushttps://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/wazer-pro-is-making-desktop-water-jetting-more-affordable/https://techcrunch.com/2024/06/08/apple-needs-to-focus-making-ai-useful-not-flashy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Anterior grabs $20M from NEA to expedite health insurance approvals with AI(00:03:33) The first Tales of the TMNT trailer reveals an August 9th release(00:06:01) Wazer Pro is making desktop water jetting more affordable(00:08:36) Apple needs to focus on making AI useful, not flashy