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GSMArena.com
1 day ago
Apple

Apple may be ahead of schedule for its 20.3-inch foldable device, to launch in 2025

Apple may launch a 20.3-inch foldable hybrid device as early as 2025, followed by two sizes of foldable iPhones in 2026. [ more ]
New York Post
9 hours ago
Apple

Apple unveils refreshed iPad Pro, Air lineup amid sales slump

Apple unveiled more powerful and expensive iPads to reverse sales slump. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
Tech industry

Apple Reports Decline in Sales and Profit Amid iPhone Struggles in China

Apple faced challenges with declining sales, especially in China, due to competition from Huawei and other big tech companies performing better financially. [ more ]
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Data science
TechRepublic
1 day ago
Data science

Udemy Report: Which IT Skills Are Most in Demand in Q1 2024?

Certifications are highly valued in the tech industry, reflecting industry demands and providing career paths.
Udemy's top IT skills include Informatica, Azure Data Engineer, CompTIA Security+, SAP, and Java algorithms. [ more ]
www.republicworld.com
2 weeks ago
Data science

Darshan Hiranandani Spearheads Yotta's Expansion: New Data Centres to Transform Digital Landscape- Republic World

Yotta's expansion with two new data centres in Noida promises to catalyze economic growth and revolutionize the region's digital landscape. [ more ]
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google
New York Post
4 days ago
Tech industry

Google blasted as 'negligent' over evidence destruction as landmark DOJ antitrust case wraps up

A federal judge criticized Google for a negligent document retention policy resulting in the deletion of crucial chat records, raising concerns in an ongoing antitrust case. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 days ago
Tech industry

Judge Grills U.S. and Google on Antitrust Claims

Judge Amit P. Mehta questioned both sides' arguments in a landmark U.S. antitrust case against Google, which could reshape the tech industry. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 days ago
Tech industry

Judge Grills U.S. and Google on Antitrust Claims

Judge's scrutiny of both sides' cases in landmark antitrust challenge to Google could reshape the tech industry. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
1 week ago
Tech industry

Alexis Ohanian: Reddit Turned Down Google's Offer to Buy It | Entrepreneur

Reddit rejected Google's acquisition offer due to the offer's lack of significant value and Google's plans to integrate Reddit with YouTube.
Despite rejecting the acquisition offer, Reddit has maintained a strong relationship with Google, signing a $60 million deal in February 2021. [ more ]
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Marketing
The Globe and Mail
4 days ago
Marketing

Tech platforms make pitch for ad deals as TikTok is roiled by politics

Short-form videos are at the forefront of tech companies' strategies to attract advertising dollars amid TikTok's political uncertainties. [ more ]
Cequens
1 week ago
Marketing

The Content Marketer's Dilemma: Finding myself between connecting and selling

Dissatisfaction with current path can lead to positive change, embrace self-discovery for personal growth. [ more ]
Social Media Today
2 weeks ago
Marketing

What Comes Next for TikTok Following the Approval of the US Sell-off Bill?

The company emphasizes its dedication to data safety and independence from external influences. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
Marketing

What does a TikTok ban mean for Silicon Valley users and businesses? Experts explain

Time is ticking for TikTok with a U.S. ban looming over ByteDance's divestment. [ more ]
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microsoft
ITPro
4 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft just signed the biggest corporate renewable energy deal ever - and it's all to keep up with soaring AI data center power demands

Microsoft signed a major renewable energy deal with Brookfield to invest $10 billion in projects, unlocking 10.5 gigawatts of capacity by 2030. [ more ]
Theregister
1 week ago
Tech industry

Microsoft CEO pledges $1.7B for AI and cloud in Indonesia

Microsoft to invest $1.7 billion in Indonesia to build data centers and expand presence. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Microsoft Makes a New Push Into Smaller A.I. Systems

Tech companies shifting towards smaller, more affordable A.I. models to make A.I. more accessible and cost-effective. [ more ]
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Fast Company
5 days ago
Apple

Marques Brownlee just eviscerated the Rabbit R1. Here's why Apple should pay attention

Selling products based on future promises has become a concerning trend in the tech industry, requiring constant updates to reach initial promises. [ more ]
Alleywatch
1 week ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/30/2024

Beehiiv raised $33M, Teleskope raised $5M, The Rounds raised $18.3M in funding for NYC startups. [ more ]
Alleywatch
2 weeks ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/17/2024

NYC startups The Folklore and Sending Labs secured Seed funding, emphasizing the city's thriving venture capital scene. [ more ]
artificial-intelligence
english.elpais.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Why data centers want to have their own nuclear reactors

AI industry's energy consumption will lead to an energy crisis, requiring advancements in sustainable power sources like nuclear energy. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Friends From the Old Neighborhood Turn Rivals in Big Tech's A.I. Race

Mustafa Suleyman and Demis Hassabis, childhood friends turned tech executives, have taken different paths in the artificial intelligence industry, showcasing a unique and personal journey. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Friends From the Old Neighborhood Turn Rivals in Big Tech's A.I. Race

Mustafa Suleyman and Demis Hassabis, childhood friends turned tech executives in the AI industry, had diverging paths and are now leading AI advancements at Google and Microsoft. [ more ]
Digiday
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Earnings from social and search players signal that AI will be a long-play investment

Generative AI will be worth the investment but will take time to scale across different business areas. [ more ]
Intelligencer
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

The First AI Gadgets Are a Cautionary Tale

AI hardware devices are emerging to complement software-based AI products in the consumer market. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

SF exec defends 'brutal' trend: Lay off staff to free cash for AI

Executives cutting staff to allocate funds for artificial intelligence investments. [ more ]
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TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple's next iPad event is May 7 | TechCrunch

Apple's 'Let Loose' event on May 7 is likely to be online-only and focused on a few select products. [ more ]
GSMArena.com
2 weeks ago
Apple

Huawei Watch Fit 3 looks just like an Apple Watch

Huawei's Watch Fit 3 closely resembles an Apple Watch, catering to those seeking a similar design for Android phones. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Apple

TechCrunch Minute: Where the Apple Vision Pro stands now the launch day hype has dropped off | TechCrunch

The hype around Apple's Vision Pro has faded after its launch, facing challenges like expensive price and uneven developer support. [ more ]
google
Theregister
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Google all at sea over rising tide of robo-spam

Google is facing a significant challenge with the proliferation of AI spam content, impacting search results and risking user migration. [ more ]
The Economist
1 month ago
Privacy technologies

Meet the digital David taking on the Google Goliath

Marketing skills can be developed through challenging experiences like being a Mormon missionary.
The Trade Desk challenges Google's cookie removal policy for benefitting its own platform. [ more ]
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apple
Tech.co
2 weeks ago
Remote teams

Fully Remote Jobs at Apple You Can Apply for in April 2024

Apple offers remote jobs despite its preference for in-office work. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Apple chops hundreds of jobs in Silicon Valley in fresh tech layoffs

Apple has laid off over 600 employees in Santa Clara.
Tech industry layoffs in the Bay Area have surpassed 38,000 jobs since 2022. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
London politics

Jon Stewart skewers Bay Area tech CEOs, says Apple censored show

Jon Stewart criticized Apple for restricting content on his show
Stewart also targeted other tech industry leaders like Google and Meta CEOs [ more ]
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ai-technology
Axios
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

AI optimists crowd out doubters on the TED stage

Tech leaders emphasize AI's potential but provide few ideas to address risks and limitations. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Chinese mourners turn to AI to remember and revive' loved ones

AI technology is being used to create digital avatars of deceased loved ones in China.
China's AI industry is expanding into the creation of human-like avatars. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Op-Ed | To build an equitable AI industry, we need Empire AI | amNewYork

AI is shaping various sectors like healthcare, finance, and education, and diversity in tech is crucial for creating products that meet societal needs.
The future of AI development depends on diversity, as biases in AI technologies stem from the lack of representation and can perpetuate discrimination. [ more ]
Axios
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Granholm wants to "accelerate" talks with big tech on powering AI

AI can help solve energy problems, not be an issue itself.
Tech firms exploring hosting nuclear plants to meet power demands. [ more ]
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Observer
3 weeks ago
Marketing

Amazon's New Video Ad Chief Is the Latest Former NBCUniversal Exec to Join Big Tech

Amazon expands advertising team with experienced media executives like Krishan Bhatia. [ more ]
Social Media Today
3 weeks ago
Marketing

TikTok May Soon Enable Brands to Generate AI Bots to Pitch Products on Their Behalf

The future of e-commerce livestreaming is in deepfake avatars. [ more ]
microsoft
Tech.co
1 month ago
Remote teams

Fully Remote Jobs at Microsoft You Can Apply for in April 2024

Remote job openings have been decreasing but are showing signs of recovery in April 2024.
Major tech companies like Microsoft, Spotify, Dropbox, and Dell are offering various remote job positions globally. [ more ]
MobileAppAaily
1 month ago
Tech industry

Pavan Davuluri Becomes The New Head Of Microsoft Wind

Microsoft appointed Pavan Davuluri as Chief of Windows, enhancing AI development.
New hierarchical structure at Microsoft reorganizes Windows and Surface divisions. [ more ]
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KnowYourMobile
1 month ago
Data science

Arc Web Browser 101: What You Need To Know

Arc Browser aims to disrupt the browser market with emphasis on user privacy and customization.
The Browser Company, behind Arc, has strong tech credentials and recently secured $50 million in funding. [ more ]
DevOps.com
1 month ago
Data science

How Live Team Coaching Can Solve Tech's Skills Problem - DevOps.com

Tech industry faces ongoing skills gap issue
Live team coaching can help address skills gap [ more ]
Alleywatch
1 month ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/2/2024

Supply Wisdom raised $6.15M for third-party risk management in supply chains.
Intelligent Events secured $400K as a startup aiming to launch soon in the market. [ more ]
Alleywatch
1 month ago
NYC startup

The AlleyWatch Startup Daily Funding Report: 4/1/2024

Blueground raised $45M in Series D funding from investors like WestCap and Susquehanna Private Equity Investments.
Burnt secured $25M in Venture funding from investors such as Animoca Brands, Multicoin Capital, and Draper Dragon. [ more ]
New York Post
3 days ago
Artificial intelligence

Here's how much artificial intelligence will add to New York's economy

AI will create $320 billion value in NYC by 2038. [ more ]
GeekWire
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Amazon keeping corporate headcount 'flat' but hiring in select areas including generative AI

Amazon is focusing on keeping corporate headcount growth flat while selectively hiring in areas like generative AI. [ more ]
Ars Technica
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

US Department of Homeland Security names AI Safety and Security Board members

The formation of an Artificial Intelligence Safety and Security Board raises challenges due to the varied interpretations of AI's applications and potential risks. [ more ]
WIRED
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Recruiters Are Going Analog to Fight the AI Application Overload

The integration of generative AI in recruiting poses challenges and uncertainties for both candidates and recruiters. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Kashmir Hill: They shouldn't be collecting photos from social media without people's consent, but they keep doing it and nobody's stopping them'

Clearview AI collected billions of photos without notifying websites or individuals, allowing for unprecedented identification capabilities with potential privacy violations. [ more ]
Coindesk
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Kara Swisher Downplays Crypto's Significance: 'It's Not the Center of Everything'

Kara Swisher downplays crypto, comparing it to a minor eruption versus the internet's explosion. [ more ]
TechCrunch
4 days ago
Venture

Iconiq raises $5.15B toward seventh flagship fund | TechCrunch

Iconiq Capital raised $5.15 billion across two funds in the seventh growth fund family, exceeding the initial target of $5.75 billion. [ more ]
Fast Company
2 weeks ago
Venture

China was supposed to be the next big thing in venture capital. Now VCs are pulling back

U.S. investors face scrutiny over Chinese tech investments [ more ]
Edcrewe
6 days ago
Business

Software Engineering Hiring and Firing

The jump in interest rates has impacted the software industry globally, leading to job redundancies and reduced investments. [ more ]
WIRED
6 days ago
Information security

The US Government Is Asking Big Tech to Promise Better Cybersecurity

The pledge offers flexibility to companies in meeting goals but emphasizes public progress and sharing techniques. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Tech industry

Amazon posts 13% jump in sales, sending shares higher - but fails to deliver dividend

Amazon forecasts lower Q2 revenue due to cautious business spending on cloud services. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Tech industry

Want to Invest in SpaceX or Stripe? There's a Fund for That.

Individuals can now invest in private tech companies through public funds.
Destiny Tech100 offers a solution for retail investors to access shares of companies like Stripe and SpaceX. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Tech industry

Taiwan earthquake briefly halts chip factories that power the global economy

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake in Taiwan temporarily disrupted chip production in semiconductor factories along the west coast.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) plays a crucial role in global chip manufacturing, supplying major tech companies like Apple, Nvidia, and Tesla. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
EU data protection

EU watchdog questions secrecy around lawmakers' encryption-breaking CSAM scanning proposal | TechCrunch

The European Commission is facing pressure to disclose its interactions with private technology firms regarding a controversial CSAM-scanning proposal. [ more ]
LogRocket Blog
1 week ago
UX design

Leader Spotlight: Focusing on quality and engagement in tech plus services, with Liz Li - LogRocket Blog

Emphasizing meaningful interactions in tech and services over superficial engagement is crucial for product success. [ more ]
LogRocket Blog
2 weeks ago
UX design

What are product lines? Types, examples, and strategies - LogRocket Blog

Product lines are groups of related products under one brand, aiding in market segmentation and enhancing customer appeal. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 week ago
Austin

Texas just took a big hit in its tech race against California

Tech's potential shift from Silicon Valley to Texas, anchored in Austin, is facing setbacks like company relocations and layoffs. [ more ]
ITPro
1 week ago
Software development

Crunch culture is a detriment to developers - here's how businesses can prevent it

Burnout and 'crunch' periods in tech businesses impact mental health and code quality, necessitating a reevaluation of work practices. [ more ]
TNW | Future-Of-Work
1 month ago
Software development

The European cities with the highest salaries for software developers

Software developers can work across varied industries and have a significant impact on user experience.
Salaries for software developers are competitive in Switzerland, Denmark, Iceland, and Estonia, with Berlin also offering high wages and ample job opportunities. [ more ]
Independent
1 week ago
JavaScript

'I took off my engagement ring and then I began to get job offers - that really stirred me up, gave me the fire'

Aisling Browne's startup Glitch Ads is in talks with major platforms for its online ad service. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 week ago
Wearables

Apple's $3,500 Vision Pro Headset Has Reportedly Been Met With Low Demand Since Launch

Demand for Apple Vision Pro is lower than expected, leading to production cuts and potential decline in sales. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Meta's A.I. Assistant Is Fun to Use, but It Can't Be Trusted

Meta has introduced an AI chatbot in its apps, allowing users to chat with Meta AI for various queries and image generation. [ more ]
TechCrunch
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

French startup FlexAI exits stealth with $30M to ease access to AI compute | TechCrunch

FlexAI raises $30 million seed round to revolutionize AI infrastructure with experienced leadership. [ more ]
Amazic
1 week ago
Agile

Innovation in Tech: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve in a Rapidly Changing Landscape - Amazic

Embrace continuous learning in the tech industry to stay ahead of rapid technological advancements. [ more ]
IPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

AI Armor: Learn How to Harness AI to Invest in Your Company's Future

AI Armor stresses the importance of patents in protecting small AI companies against tech titans like 'Big AI.' [ more ]
ITPro
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

It's the end of the road for Women Who Code, following loss of "critical" funding

Radical decision by Women Who Code to shut down due to critical funding loss. [ more ]
Womenwhocode
2 weeks ago
Women in technology

The End of an Era: Women Who Code Closing - Women Who Code

Women Who Code grew into a global community of over 360,000 technologists dedicated to diversity and inclusion in tech. [ more ]
The Motley Fool
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

If You Invested $10,000 in Alphabet 10 Years Ago, This Is How Much You Would Have Today | The Motley Fool

Alphabet's massive user base and diverse services contribute to its consistent earnings growth and rising stock performance. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

The big tech firms want an AI monopoly but the UK watchdog can bring them to heel | John Naughton

Tech giants heavily investing in AI startups to maintain monopoly power in the industry. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Big Tech can't hoard brainwave data for ad targeting, Colorado law says

Colorado expanded its privacy law to protect neural data, requiring consent, transparency, and access for individuals. [ more ]
MarTech
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

AI-powered martech releases and news: April 18 | MarTech

Businesses deploy chatbots with potential to provide false answers. Chatbots are viewed as a work in progress, cautioning users.
AI continues to make advancements in martech, with tools like automated video tagging, conversational search, and cohort-based modeling for advertisers. [ more ]
SFGATE
2 weeks ago
SF real estate

49ers owner and ex-Facebook exec lands record Calif. home sale

Gideon Yu purchased a record-high $52M home in Malibu, joining a neighborhood of prominent tech figures and celebrities. [ more ]
Ars Technica
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Power-hungry AI is putting the hurt on global electricity supply

Electricity supply is a new bottleneck for artificial intelligence development due to power-hungry data centers.
Tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are investing heavily in computing infrastructure to enhance AI capabilities.
Capacity constraints in popular data center locations like northern Virginia are driving a search for new sites globally. [ more ]
www.cnbc.com
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

How the U.S. government is regulating artificial intelligence

Early AI adoption boosts labor productivity, with Klarna's AI expected to increase profits by $40 million by 2024. [ more ]
Futurism
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tech Exec Predicts Billion-Dollar AI Girlfriend Industry

AI girlfriends market potential is seen as a lucrative business opportunity. [ more ]
WIRED
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Tech Leaders Once Cried for AI Regulation. Now the Message Is 'Slow Down'

Dreams of a sweeping AI bill from Congress are unrealistic. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 weeks ago
DevOps

Amazon is ordered to pay $525million to Kove for infringing patents

Kove, a small tech company, wins $525 million in patent infringement damages against Amazon for using its patented technology in its cloud storage services. [ more ]
TechCrunch
3 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Amazon, eyeing up AI, adds Andrew Ng to its board; ex-MTV exec McGrath to step down | TechCrunch

Amazon adds Andrew Ng, AI expert, to the board & Judy McGrath steps down, signaling a strategic shift.
Amazon reevaluating its focus on entertainment empire, emphasizing investments in AI for future growth. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Mark Zuckerberg is married to a Chinese-American woman, but Meta's AI image generator can't imagine an Asian man with a white woman

Meta's AI image generator Imagine accused of racial bias for inability to create images of mixed-race couples.
Despite Mark Zuckerberg's marriage to a woman of East Asian heritage, the tool only produced images of Asian couples. [ more ]
Breaking Latest News
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Open source AI: Why the tech industry is arguing about what it even is - Breaking Latest News

The concept of open source AI is gaining traction in the tech industry but lacks a universally agreed-upon definition.
Open source AI has the potential to democratize technology development, increase transparency, and empower users, but there are concerns about powerful corporations manipulating the concept. [ more ]
Irish Independent
4 weeks ago
Web design

Paddy Cosgrave confirms Web Summit return

Paddy Cosgrave returns as CEO of WebSummit, emphasizing a focus on building stronger communities and intimacy at events.
His return follows a previous resignation due to a controversial online post causing backlash from tech firms. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago
Black Lives Matter

Paddy Cosgrave returns to Web Summit after resigning over Israel criticism

Paddy Cosgrave returned as CEO of Web Summit after stepping down amid backlash over comments on Israel.
Cosgrave aims to make Web Summit more intimate and community-focused, focusing on enhancing tech advancements and relationships. [ more ]
The Economic Times
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Exclusive | New AI law to secure rights of news publishers: Ashwini Vaishnaw

The government plans to introduce a new law on AI to protect news publishers, content creators, and minimize user harm.
The law will focus on balancing the interests of various stakeholders like news publishers, content creators, and AI technologies like large language models. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

The Six Traits You Need To Succeed in the AI-Accelerated Workplace | Entrepreneur

AI copilots are becoming more prevalent in the digital workplace, but they are not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Successful tech companies are shrinking in size, and individuals need to develop certain traits to thrive in the changing landscape. [ more ]
RAIN News
1 month ago
Podcast

RAIN Notes: Friday, April 5 - RAIN News

PRX received 12 Webby Award recognitions, including nominations and honors for various categories.
Charlie Smith joins Frequency as the Technical Account Manager, focusing on making day-to-day tasks more efficient for audio teams. [ more ]
Entrepreneur
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Tesla AI Engineers Getting Raises, Musk Says OpenAI Poaching | Entrepreneur

Increased compensation for Tesla AI engineers due to OpenAI's poaching attempts.
Competition for AI talent intensifying with Big Tech offering lucrative compensation and personalized approaches. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

700-plus units all affordable could sprout in San Jose near tech hubs

A 780-unit affordable housing development is proposed at 7 Topgolf Drive in San Jose near tech hubs and Google-owned sites
The project is led by a South Korea-based real estate firm and a San Jose-based startup specializing in modular apartments [ more ]
Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly
1 month ago
Silicon Valley real estate

Socially Inept: Roast of Silicon Valley in San Jose | Metro Silicon Valley | Silicon Valley's Leading Weekly

An event called Silicon Valley Tech Roast takes place at the Center for the Performing Arts.
The roast involves comedic jabs at notable figures in the technology industry, including Elon Musk. [ more ]
Forbes
1 month ago
Remote teams

30 Companies Hiring For Fully Remote Jobs In 2024

Remote work allows professionals to reclaim time, autonomy, and mental health.
The desire for flexibility in location due to high living costs is driving professionals to seek remote work options. [ more ]
WWD
1 month ago
Marketing

Finding a Path From Fashion to Tech

Brandon Smithwrick transitioned from a fashion background to content marketing in the tech industry, leveraging his diverse interests.
Having multiple interests played a significant role in Smithwrick's success in adapting and applying strategic expertise effectively in various creative fields. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

CEO of Google DeepMind Says AI Industry Full of Hype and Grifters

The CEO of Google DeepMind compares AI hype to the crypto industry, warns of potential grifting and distractions from real innovation.
The hype surrounding AI may be clouding the science and research in the industry, according to Demis Hassibis. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Marketing

Steve Mnuchin pitching investors on plan to buy TikTok, rebuild algorithm in US: report

Potential plan to rebuild TikTok recommendation algorithm in the US without including its original Chinese algorithm.
Recreating a TikTok-level algorithm within 180 days may present significant challenges even for experienced entities. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
Deliverability

From its start, Gmail conditioned us to trade privacy for free services

Google's Gmail, offered free to users, operates on the principle that users are the product being sold due to data collection for targeted advertising.
Gmail, launched in 2004 with innovative features and 1GB storage, set a precedent for tech companies leveraging user data in exchange for free services. [ more ]
Futurism
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Experts Concerned by Signs of AI Bubble

Investors are pouring billions into AI companies with little focus on fundamentals.
Analysts warn of an 'AI bubble' reminiscent of previous hype cycles. [ more ]
The Times of India
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Behind the plot to break Nvidia's grip on AI by targeting software - Times of India

Nvidia's dominance in AI is driven by hardware and software
Tech companies aim to challenge Nvidia's market position in AI [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

Can Xerox's PARC, a Silicon Valley Icon, Find New Life with SRI?

Innovative collaborations can recapture tech glory days
PARC's groundbreaking inventions shaped personal computing revolution [ more ]
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