Simply Tech

Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of technology.

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Thursday Mar 28, 2024

StealthMole secures $7M funding for its AI-powered dark web intelligence platform. Leaked images reveal Microsoft's white disc-less Xbox Series X console. Plus, understanding the advancements in humanoid robots and Dbrand's delay in fixing the Ghost Case.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/27/stealthmole-raises-7m-series-a-for-its-ai-powered-dark-web-intelligence-platform/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/27/24114048/microsoft-xbox-series-x-white-digital-edition-leak-rumorhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/27/understanding-humanoid-robots/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/27/24113943/dbrand-clear-ghost-case-no-yellow-iphone-galaxy-s-pixelOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) StealthMole raises $7M Series A for its AI-powered dark web intelligence platform(00:03:22) Leaked images reveal Microsoft’s white disc-less Xbox Series X console(00:05:50) Understanding humanoid robots(00:09:01) Dbrand tried and failed to fix the Ghost Case — replacements will take longer

Wednesday Mar 27, 2024

Rabbit teams up with ElevenLabs to bring voice commands to its devices. PayPal and MassMutual Ventures invest $47 million in Indonesian insurtech startup Qoala. Apple announces dates for WWDC 2024, promising groundbreaking AI innovations. Adobe launches Firefly Services, offering over 20 new generative and creative APIs for developers.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/27/rabbit-partners-with-elevenlabs-to-power-voice-commands-on-its-device/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/paypal-backs-indonesia-insurance-startup-qoala-in-47m-funding/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/apple-wwdc-2024-set-for-june-10-14-promises-to-be-absolutely-incredible/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/adobes-firefly-services-makes-over-20-new-generative-and-creative-apis-available-to-developers/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Rabbit partners with ElevenLabs to power voice commands on its device(00:03:05) PayPal backs Indonesian insurance startup Qoala in $47M funding(00:05:49) Apple WWDC 2024 set for June 10-14, promises to be 'A(bsolutely) I(ncredible)'(00:08:27) Adobe's Firefly Services makes over 20 new generative and creative APIs available to developers

Tuesday Mar 26, 2024

AI and data infrastructure drive demand for open source startups. Large language models help home robots recover from errors without human help. Plus, Apple, Google, and Meta face first formal investigations under EU's DMA. Also, Nissan announces plans to make 16 new electrified vehicles by 2026.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/26/ai-and-data-infrastructure-drives-demand-for-open-source-startups/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/25/large-language-models-can-help-home-robots-recover-from-errors-without-human-help/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/25/dma-first-formal-probes/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/25/24111963/nissan-ev-plan-2026-solid-state-batteriesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) AI and data infrastructure drives demand for open source startups(00:03:26) Large language models can help home robots recover from errors without human help(00:05:37) Apple, Google and Meta face first formal investigations under EU's DMA(00:08:29) Nissan announces plans to make 16 new electrified vehicles by 2026

Saturday Mar 23, 2024

Asus announces the revival of Intel's NUC brand with gaming-focused ROG NUCs. Mozilla cuts ties with Onerep due to CEO's connection to data brokers. Plus, OpenAI pitches Sora to Hollywood and Microsoft acquires Inflection in a strategic move.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/22/24109140/asus-rog-nuc-pricing-availabilityhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/22/24109116/mozilla-ends-onerep-data-removal-partnershiphttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/22/24108858/openai-is-pitching-sora-to-hollywoodhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/22/24109260/microsoft-openai-playbook-inflection-aiOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Asus’ tiny 2.5-liter gaming NUC tentatively starts at $1,629 in the US(00:03:20) Mozilla just ditched its privacy partner because its CEO is tied to data brokers(00:05:19) OpenAI is pitching Sora to Hollywood.(00:06:55) Microsoft reuses its OpenAI playbook

Friday Mar 22, 2024

NASA's BurstCube satellite is en route to the International Space Station, revolutionizing our understanding of gamma-ray bursts. WhatsApp now allows users to pin up to three messages for easy access. Plus, GitLab removes Nintendo Switch emulator Suyu, raising questions about copyright and platform responsibility. Also, the DOJ accuses Apple of using privacy justifications for financial gain, sparking a lawsuit and discussions on tech industry practices.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/21/24108254/nasas-tiny-burstcube-satellite-is-en-route-to-the-international-space-stationhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/21/whatsapp-now-lets-you-pin-up-to-three-messages/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/21/24108191/gitlab-suyu-nintendo-switch-emulator-takedownhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/21/doj-calls-apples-privacy-justifications-an-elastic-shield-for-financial-gains/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) NASA’s tiny BurstCube satellite is en route to the International Space Station.(00:02:44) WhatsApp now lets you pin up to three messages(00:04:22) GitLab confirms it’s removed Suyu, a fork of Nintendo Switch emulator Yuzu(00:06:34) DOJ calls Apple's privacy justifications an 'elastic shield' for financial gains

Thursday Mar 21, 2024

Discover the incredible capabilities of Humane's AI pin, from projecting text onto your hand to upcoming features like nutrition tracking and web browsing. SpaceX looks to scale astronaut launch capacity with a second Florida pad, enabling more frequent and ambitious missions. Also, TapeACall faces a significant price increase, raising questions about its reliability for journalists. Plus, GitHub introduces an AI tool that automatically fixes code vulnerabilities, revolutionizing the coding process.Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/20/24107185/what-else-can-humanes-ai-pin-dohttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/20/spacex-looks-to-scale-astronaut-launch-capacity-with-second-florida-pad/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/20/24106785/tapeacall-price-increase-bending-spoons-acquisitionhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/20/githubs-latest-ai-tool-that-can-automatically-fix-code-vulnerabilities/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) What else can Humane’s AI pin do?(00:02:07) SpaceX looks to scale astronaut launch capacity with second Florida pad(00:04:32) TapeACall is about to get a lot more expensive(00:06:49) GitHub's latest AI tool that can automatically fix code vulnerabilities

Wednesday Mar 20, 2024

Cure51 raises a €15M Seed round to crack the code on cancer survival. The Carevoice raises $10M Series B, bucking the funding slowdown in health tech. Plus, India's electric two-wheeler startups surge as government revs up EV push. Also, Nvidia's Chat with RTX aims to replace Google Photos with new AI image search.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/19/cure51-raises-a-e15m-seed-round-aiming-to-crack-the-code-on-cancer-survival/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/19/the-carevoice-raises-10m-series-b-bucking-funding-slowdown-in-health-tech/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/19/india-electric-two-wheeler-startups-surge-to-over-150-players-as-government-revs-up-ev-push/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/19/24106283/with-new-ai-image-search-nvidias-chat-with-rtx-might-replace-google-photos-for-meOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Cure51 raises a €15M Seed round aiming to crack the code on cancer survival(00:03:24) The Carevoice raises $10M Series B, bucking the funding slowdown in health tech(00:06:14) India's electric two-wheeler startups surge to over 150 players as government revs up EV push(00:09:18) With new AI image search, Nvidia’s Chat with RTX might replace Google Photos for me someday.

Tuesday Mar 19, 2024

Nvidia's keynote at GTC held some surprises, showcasing the latest advancements in GPUs and AI. We're one step closer to a global cybersecurity standard for smart home devices. Plus, Truecaller adds a new AI feature to detect and block more spam calls. Also, Steam streamlines its family sharing features for gamers and tech enthusiasts.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/18/nvidia-keynote-gtc-2024/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/18/24104906/csa-iot-device-security-specification-product-security-verification-markhttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/18/truecaller-automatically-reject-all-spam-calls-android-update/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/18/24105220/steam-families-shared-library-parental-controlsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Nvidia's keynote at GTC held some surprises(00:03:03) We’re one step closer to a global cybersecurity standard for smart home devices(00:06:21) Truecaller adds a new AI feature to detect and block more spam calls(00:08:34) Steam streamlines its family sharing features

Monday Mar 18, 2024

Apple explores a partnership with Google for Gemini-powered features on iPhones. Poseidona tackles invasive algae by turning it into food. Plus, Qualcomm's new 8S Gen 3 targets affordable flagship phones. Also, xAI open sources its AI chatbot Grok.Sources:https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/17/apple-is-reportedly-exploring-a-partnership-with-google-for-gemini-powered-feature-on-iphones/https://techcrunch.com/2024/03/17/poseidona-seaweed-protein-food/https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/18/24101903/qualcomm-snapdragon-8s-gen-3-chipset-on-device-aihttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/17/24097810/xai-open-source-grok-musk-generative-ai-llmOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Apple is reportedly exploring a partnership with Google for Gemini-powered feature on iPhones(00:03:05) Poseidona is removing invasive algae from oceans and turning it into food(00:06:45) Qualcomm’s new 8S Gen 3 targets not-quite flagship phones(00:09:04) xAI open sources Grok

Sunday Mar 17, 2024

Introducing Starship Home, a captivating mixed-reality game for the Meta Quest 3. SpaceX reportedly building a network of spy satellites for US intelligence. US prosecutors investigating Meta platforms' role in illegal drug sales. GitHub's chief legal officer, Shelley McKinley, discusses the legal challenges surrounding the EU AI Act. Stay tuned for updates on these intriguing stories!Sources:https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/16/24103308/starship-home-meta-quest-3-mixed-reality-sim-gamehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/16/24103172/spacex-starshield-spy-satellite-network-us-intelligence-classified-contracthttps://www.theverge.com/2024/3/16/24103027/us-investigation-meta-drug-sales-profitshttps://techcrunch.com/2024/03/16/ai-is-keeping-github-chief-legal-officer-shelley-mckinley-busy/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Starship Home for the Quest 3 is an attempt to give meaning to mixed reality(00:02:49) SpaceX is reportedly building a network of spy satellites for US intelligence(00:04:49) US prosecutors are investigating how Meta platforms played a part in illegal drug sales(00:06:57) AI is keeping GitHub chief legal officer Shelley McKinley busy

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