Facebook and Microsoft patent filings offer dueling visions of small AR headsets
Augmented reality headsets are too large for mainstream users, commonly sporting design elements that look inspired by Star Trek and Star Wars props. That’s about to change: After more natural-looking AR headsets were shown at the 2019 CES, patent documents submitted by Facebook and Microsoft show that both companies are trying to make AR glasses smaller and better.
Microsoft CEO says facial recognition technology needs to be regulated
Microsoft Chief Executive Satya Nadella on Thursday welcomed regulation of facial recognition technology, as concerns about its ability to be used for surveillance and intrusions of privacy grow.
Why NVIDIA Is Doubling Down on Home Robotics
When most people think of NVIDIA, their minds tend to focus on the company’s cutting-edge graphics-chip processors (GPUs). But thanks to the ever-increasing computing power and efficiency of those GPUs, as well as NVIDIA’s affinity for cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, the tech giant’s reach naturally extends to the plethora of applications its flagship products enable.
Google releases dataset to train more sophisticated question-answering systems
You’ve likely used an AI question-answering system in the not-too-distant past, and probably without realizing it. Think chatbots: You ask a question about something and get a response in return.
Facebook blocks accounts linked to Russian state-owned Sputnik
Facebook Inc said it had removed hundreds of Russia-initiated accounts, which it judged to be involved in coordinated inauthentic behavior on its platforms, including some linked to state-owned news agency Sputnik.
Decrypted Telegram bot chatter revealed as new Windows malware
Sometimes it takes a small bug in one thing to find something massive elsewhere. Telegram,
Will AI change the world?
People are questioning the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) as it is becoming more prominent in various businesses and industries and speculating how AI will drive changing in economy and society.
Which jobs pay 100K? Most are in technology
More of the highest paying jobs in the United States are in technology, and they all require specialised training — but not necessarily an advanced degree. In return, workers can expect a salary of $100,000 or beyond.
dtac launches AI Lab in partnership with SIIT
Dtac, in collaboration with Thammasat University’s Sirindhorn International Institute of Technology (SIIT) set up an artificial intelligence (AI) laboratory.
Facial recognition gains traction
Las Vegas: Imagine walking into a store where a robot greets you by name, lets you know that your online order is ready, and then suggests other products you might want pick up.
Nectec to launch blockchain for elections
National Electronics and Computer Technology Center (Nectec) will introduce prototype blockchain for elections with a hybrid model paving the way for digital literacy and data integrity.
Artificial intelligence can detect Alzheimer’s in brain scans six years before a diagnosis
Artificial intelligence could one day change the lives of people facing an Alzheimer’s diagnosis, according to a new study by researchers at UC, San Francisco.