Category: AI

AITechnology

Apple M5 Chip Performance Details Leak as Tech Industry Watches AI Executive Moves

Apple’s upcoming M5 chip promises dramatic improvements in machine learning workloads according to industry leaks. The news comes as Apple’s AI search development team faces leadership changes with recent appointee Ke Yang departing for Meta.

Apple’s M5 Chip Shows Major AI Performance Gains

Apple’s next-generation M5 processor is demonstrating “crazy fast” performance characteristics according to technical analysis shared by AI researchers, with particular emphasis on machine learning acceleration. Sources indicate the chip represents a significant leap over previous generations, with the M4 Max described as even faster than the base M5, while the M3 Ultra reportedly maintains the performance crown for now.

by Priya Kapoor
AIEnergyTechnology

Oracle Secures 2.3 GW Modular Gas Power Fleet From VoltaGrid for Texas AI Data Centers

Oracle is partnering with VoltaGrid to deploy 2.3 GW of modular natural gas generation across Texas data center sites. The collaboration aims to address AI workloads’ unique power demands with fast-response generation that requires zero battery storage.

Major Power Partnership for AI Infrastructure

Texas-based power specialist VoltaGrid will deploy 2,300 MW of modular, ultra-low-emissions natural gas generation to support Oracle Cloud Infrastructure’s artificial intelligence data centers across Texas, according to reports announced October 15. The collaboration combines VoltaGrid’s proprietary modular power platform with firm natural gas supplied by Energy Transfer’s 140,000-mile pipeline and storage network to deliver dependable, on-demand generation for Oracle’s expanding AI infrastructure.

by Priya Kapoor
AISoftware

Google Unveils Veo 3.1 AI Video Model with Enhanced Enterprise Capabilities

Google has launched Veo 3.1, its latest AI video generation model featuring significant upgrades in audio integration and creative control. The release targets enterprise users with enhanced editing capabilities and multimodal inputs while maintaining competitive pricing. Early adopters report mixed reactions compared to rival models like OpenAI’s Sora 2.

Google Advances AI Video Generation with Veo 3.1 Release

Google has officially unveiled Veo 3.1, its latest artificial intelligence video generation model, bringing substantial upgrades to narrative control, audio integration, and realism according to company reports. The release comes after days of online leaks and rumors, positioning Google’s technology against competing models like OpenAI‘s recently launched Sora 2. Sources indicate the updates expand creative possibilities for both individual creators and enterprise teams seeking scalable video production tools.

by Samuel Kim
AIPolicy

AFL-CIO Launches ‘Worker-Centered AI’ Initiative Demanding Labor Protections and Collective Bargaining Rights

The largest US federation of unions is demanding a “worker-centered AI” future through strengthened collective bargaining and regulatory action. The AFL-CIO’s initiative addresses workplace surveillance, job displacement, and worker involvement in AI development processes.

Major Labor Federation Demands Worker Protections in AI Transition

The American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) has launched what it’s calling the “workers first initiative on AI,” according to reports from the organization. The largest US federation of unions, representing 63 unions and nearly 15 million workers, is calling on employers and policymakers to join the effort to create what they term a “worker-centered technological future.”

by Priya Kapoor
AISoftware

VSCO Expands AI Photo Editing Capabilities with RAW Support and Advanced Tools

VSCO is launching significant AI-powered editing capabilities including intelligent object removal and RAW file support. The new AI Labs feature set aims to provide professional-grade tools while maintaining image quality and creative control for photographers.

VSCO Introduces Advanced AI Editing Platform

Popular video editing and photography platform VSCO is significantly expanding its capabilities with a suite of new artificial intelligence tools, according to reports from TechCrunch. The company announced today that it’s adding support for high-resolution RAW files, non-destructive editing workflows, and content-aware region detection through a new feature set called “AI Labs.”

by Priya Kapoor
AIAutomation

AI Chatbots Rapidly Replace Call-Center Workers in India’s Tech Transformation

Indian startups are deploying AI chatbots that handle up to 70% of customer queries, threatening traditional call-center jobs. The technology is transforming India’s back-office industry as companies report slashing staffing needs by 80% while scaling operations.

AI Revolution Transforms India’s Back-Office Industry

India’s massive call centre industry is undergoing rapid transformation as artificial intelligence chatbots increasingly replace human workers, according to a Reuters investigation. Startup companies like LimeChat are developing AI agents that can handle customer queries with human-like responsiveness, enabling clients to reduce workforce requirements by up to 80%.

by Samuel Kim
AIScience

Chemical Language Models Operate Without True Chemistry Understanding, University Study Finds

A groundbreaking study from the University of Bonn demonstrates that chemical language models don’t actually understand chemistry principles. Instead, these AI systems rely on statistical correlations and pattern recognition to predict molecular interactions, according to researchers.

AI Models Lack Chemical Comprehension

Chemical language models (CLMs) being deployed in pharmaceutical and chemical research don’t actually understand the biochemistry behind their predictions, according to a recent study from the University of Bonn. The research, published in the journal Patterns, reveals that these specialized artificial intelligence systems operate primarily through statistical pattern recognition rather than genuine chemical knowledge.

by Priya Kapoor
AIInvestment

Abu Dhabi’s MGX Emerges as Major AI Investor While Backing TikTok Deal

The Abu Dhabi-backed investment firm MGX is rapidly becoming a dominant force in global technology investing. Recent reports indicate the sovereign wealth fund-backed entity is participating in massive AI infrastructure deals while also supporting former President Donald Trump’s efforts to acquire TikTok.

Abu Dhabi’s Strategic Move Into Global Tech

An Abu Dhabi-backed investment firm is emerging as a major financier in the global artificial intelligence sector while simultaneously participating in efforts to bring TikTok under U.S. control, according to recent reports. MGX, launched in March 2024 with backing from Abu Dhabi’s sovereign wealth fund, has become a key capital source as tech giants race to build the computing infrastructure needed to meet exploding AI demand.

by Priya Kapoor