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World models โ AI algorithms capable of generating simulated environments โ represent one forefront of machine learning. Today, Microsoft published new research in the journal Nature detailing Muse, a model capable of generating game visuals and controller inputs. Unexpectedly, it was born out of a training set Microsoft built from Bleeding Edge. If, like me, you had completely erased that game from your memory (or...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Niantic, the company that developed the wildly popular augmented reality (AR) game Pokรฉmon Go, is reportedly considering selling its video games โ and according to a source speaking to Bloomberg, the deal could be worth just $3.5 billion. The company raised additional funding at a $9 billion valuation back in 2021. Many people still play Pokรฉmon Go, but the game no longer enjoys the same popularity it had during its...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Chip is powered by worldโs first topoconductor, which can create new state of matter that is not solid, liquid or gasQuantum computers could be built within years rather than decades, according to Microsoft, which has unveiled a breakthrough that it said could pave the way for faster development.The tech firm has developed a chip which, it says, echoes the invention of the semiconductors that made todayโs smartphones,...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Instagram is doubling down on its DMs with message translation, scheduling, and pinning, in addition to new music-sharing features and QR code invites.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Microsoft has introduced Majorana 1, a chip for quantum computing, which it said will enable computers to solve incredibly difficult industrial-scale problems in mere years instead of the decades current machines need. The company explained that Majorana 1 is the first quantum computing chip that uses a Topological Core architecture. Specifically, it uses a new type of material called a topoconductor or a topological...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Apple has officially taken the wraps off of the all-new iPhone 16e. The device features an all-new design paired with the A18 chip inside, a 48MP camera, and full Apple Intelligence support. It also features the first-ever Apple-designed 5G cellular modem, the C1 chip. The new iPhone 16e starts at $599 for 128GB and will be available to pre-order Friday, with the first orders arriving on February 28. moreโฆ
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Microsoft announced today that it has made significant progress in its 20-year quest to make topological quantum bits, or qubitsโa special approach to building quantum computers that could make them more stable and easier to scale up. Researchers and companies have been working for years to build quantum computers, which could unlock dramatic new abilitiesโฆ
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Microsoft researchers have created the first generative AI model, Muse, for game ideation.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Microsoft new Muse AI system learns to generate interactive 3D game worlds by watching gameplay footage, marking a major advance in artificial intelligence's ability to understand spatial environments and human interactions.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Instagram is upgrading its direct messages, also known as DMs, with a handful of new features that make its messaging system more competitive with alternatives, like Appleโs iMessage and other third-party apps. On Wednesday, Instagram users globally will gain access to tools to translate messages across 99 languages, tools to schedule and pin messages to [โฆ] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only....
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:The cloud has proven to be a main enabler for large AI deployments because it provides AI-native APIs for rapid prototyping, elastic computing, and storage to address scaling problems. This article covers how to build and scale GenAI applications in the cloud. The Importance of the Cloud in GenAI The cloud is critical for contemporary GenAI applications because it can accommodate vast processing power, data storage,...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Weโre thrilled to announce the launch of Azure AI Foundry Labs, a hub for developers, startups, and enterprises to explore groundbreaking innovations from research at Microsoft. The post Introducing Azure AI Foundry Labs: A hub for the latest AI research and experiments at Microsoft appeared first on Microsoft Azure Blog.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:As of Feb. 19, get the Apple Watch Series 9 for less than $400 at Best Buy.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Cameron John Wagenius pleaded guilty to hacking AT&T and Verizon and stealing a massive trove of phone records from the companies, according to court records filed on Wednesday. Wagenius, who was a U.S. Army soldier, pleaded guilty to two counts of โunlawful transfer of confidential phone records informationโ on an online forum and via an [โฆ] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Tether has introduced TradeFi, a new service designed to enhance global trade through innovative financing solutions. On Feb. 19, the companyโs CEO, Paolo Ardoino, shared the announcement on X, emphasizing that TradeFi will address the financial needs of modern commerce. TradeFi expands Tetherโs growing product portfolio, which already includes stablecoins, asset tokenization, and wallet development [โฆ] The post Tether...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Apple Store is down in anticipation of what is likely a new member of the iPhone family.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:The CGX token is now live on Ethereum sidechain network Ronin, alongside Community Gamingโs new Forkast prediction markets platform.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:It's not every day that you hear about the application of a kind of life-changing tech and wonder why it hasn't always existed.Sensor-powered continuous monitoring has transformed the lives of millio...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Having USDT on Bitcoin and Lightning creates a potential threat to Bitcoinโs security and is a stain on the soul of Bitcoin.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Nigeriaโs Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) has taken legal action against Binance Holdings Limited, demanding over $81 billion in unpaid taxes and penalties. On Nov. 19, local media outlet Nairametrics reported that this claim includes $79.5 billion in economic damages and an additional N231 million ($153,223) tied to Binanceโs operations. The tax authority also seeks [โฆ] The post Nigeria demands $81 billion from...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:The team at early-stage VC firm Slow Ventures last week launched a $60 million fund entirely dedicated to investing in creators, with an eye toward helping them launch businesses. The idea is that the same entrepreneurial spirit and niche expertise that has helped creators build community is what would make them great founders. According to [โฆ] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:In a video this week, Nothing shows off how its upcoming Phone (3a) series brings big camera improvements, but thereโs a shady little video trick that you might have missed when the video quality is compared to iPhone 16 Pro Max. moreโฆ
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Elon Muskโs X is in talks to raise money from investors at a $44 billion valuation, Bloomberg News reports. Musk purchased X, formerly known as Twitter, for the same price back in 2022. The news comes as Fidelity Investments marked down its Twitter stake back in December by around 70% from the 2022 sale price [โฆ] 2024 TechCrunch. All rights reserved. For personal use only.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Zak Folkman, co-founder of Donald Trumpโs World Liberty Financial, discussed memecoin regulations and ICOs with Tron founder Justin Sun at Consensus Hong Kong.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:The EcoFlow Delta 2 portable power station is on sale at Amazon for just $414 with the on-page coupon, down from the normal price of $999. That's a 59% discount.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Below, we list 12 of the most valuable vehicles to ever cross the auction block, from classic Ferraris to a Mercedes-Benz that broke all records.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Apple has officially announced the iPhone 16e. Follow along as we react to the launch and summarize the key specs, release date, and price information.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Ethereum reserves on exchanges have dropped to their lowest level in nearly seven years, signaling a growing trend of long-term holding and self-custody. Data from CryptoQuant shows that only 19 million ETH remain on exchanges, a figure not seen since 2018. On-chain analytics firm Santiment added that ETH continues to move off exchanges at an [โฆ] The post Ethereumโs dwindling exchange reserves point to shifting...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:We take a peek at both the standard Samsung Galaxy S25 and the Samsung Galaxy S25+, comparing the specs, features, and functionality.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin did a vibe check into the state of SaaS, AI, venture funding, and the rollercoaster of building a business in 2025. The post The 2025 SaaS Vibe Check: What Founders Need to Know Right Now with SaaStr CEO and Founder Jason Lemkin appeared first on SaaStr.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:The arrival of the Monad testnet will provide traders with a fast EVM-compatible building site and the possibility of airdrops on the L1.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Live stream Borussia Dortmund vs. Sporting Lisbon in the Champions League for free from anywhere in the world.
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Hi HN, weโre Sam, Shane, and Abhi, and weโre building Mastra (https://mastra.ai), an open-source JavaScript SDK for building agents on top of Vercelโs AI SDK.You can start a Mastra project with `npm create mastra` and create workflow graphs that can suspend/resume, build a RAG pipeline and write evals, give agents memory, create multi-agent workflows, and view it all in a local playground.Previously, we built Gatsby,...
Published on: February 19, 2025 | Source:Hardware Canucks' review found that the Radeon 8060S iGPU in the AI Max+ 395 outperformed a laptop running an RTX 4070 at 70W โ nearly the same power draw as the entire AI Max+ 395. Despite its lower power consumption, the 8060S delivered higher frame rates than the RTX 4070...Read Entire Article
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