Xiaomi 14 and 14 Pro are set to be unveiled in November, using Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 chipset. Xiaomi 14 will reportedly have a 4,860 mAh battery with 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, while the 14 Pro will have a 5,000 mAh battery with 120W wired and 50W wireless charging. Despite official details… Continue reading Xiaomi 14 Series Expected to Feature Qualcomm’s New Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Chipset
Squarespace Acquires Google Domains, Ensuring Smooth Migration
Google Domains winding down, assets sold to Squarespace. Squarespace to acquire 10 million domains and support a smooth transition for customers. Squarespace becomes exclusive domain provider for Google Workspace subscriptions for three years.
Microsoft stock reaches new high as JPMorgan analysts predict $10bn annual AI revenue
Microsoft shares rise 3.2%, fueled by AI growth prospects and Federal Reserve interest rate decision. Seesaws from AI services like ChatGPT and exclusive license on OpenAI models boost Microsoft’s market value. JPMorgan analysts raise Microsoft’s price target to $350, citing longer-term growth in AI investment and diverse Azure cloud applications.
Uber introduces targeted video ads across platforms
Full-length video ads to appear on Uber, Uber Eats, and Drizly apps. Select Uber cars will have tablets auto-playing ads. Goal to grow advertising business to $1 billion by 2024.
Disney CFO Christine McCarthy to Step Down Amid Company Restructuring
McCarthy to take family medical leave and serve as strategic advisor, helping find successor. Veteran executive Kevin Lansberry to become interim CFO from July 1. Disney undergoes broad restructuring with 7,000 job cuts under CEO Bob Iger’s second tenure.
WhatsApp tests multi-account support for business app on Android
Latest beta release hints at multi-account support development. Feature will simplify management of multiple accounts on a single device. Likely to be added to regular WhatsApp version after initial rollout on WhatsApp Business.
Elon Musk Discusses AI, Birth Rates with Italy PM Amid Search for New Factory Location
Musk converses with Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on artificial intelligence risks and birth rates. Visit marks start of short European tour, including an appearance at Viva Tech conference in Paris. European leaders vie to persuade Musk to build new Tesla factory in their countries.
Alibaba President Confirms Jack Ma’s Well-Being Amid China’s Tech Crackdown
Alibaba founder Jack Ma is alive, happy, and teaching at a university in Tokyo. Alibaba President Michael Evans addressed Ma’s activities and well-being at the Viva Tech conference in Paris. Speculation about Ma’s whereabouts persists due to China’s regulatory crackdown on his tech empire.
AI Helps Create the Beatles’ Last Record from a 1978 Raw Demo
AI technology used to extract John Lennon’s voice from a raw demo for ‘Now and Then’. Producer Jeff Lyne worked on the track, which is expected to be the Beatles’ final song. AI was discovered during the ‘Get Back’ documentary and also used for a new surround sound mix of the ‘Revolver’ album.
Accenture Invests $3bn in AI Expansion Targeting 19 Industries
Accenture plans to invest $3 billion in data and AI practice over the next three years. The initiative includes doubling AI workforce to 80,000 through hiring, acquisitions, and training programs. Accenture introduces AI Navigator for Enterprise, a tool to assist businesses with AI implementation.