Apple Accelerates AI Development Amid Market Pressure
8.3.25
Apple is facing pressure to accelerate its AI development after falling behind Microsoft and Google in the market, with CEO Tim Cook stating that the company is open to larger deals to speed up its plans. Despite this, Apple's spending on AI will rise "substantially" but not excessively, according to CFO Kevan Parekh. The move comes as Apple faces a critical time, including antitrust lawsuits over its multibillion-dollar deal with Google and challenges from new AI startups like Perplexity, which is reportedly in talks with phone makers to improve Safari browser performance.
Apple has been accused of rushing its AI efforts to compete with OpenAI and Google, but it appears the company remains committed to the technology. A recent all-hands meeting covered various topics including Apple TV+, AirPods, and regulatory impact. CEO Tim Cook mentioned an "amazing" series of upcoming products, potentially including a folding iPhone, which may also introduce new features such as Siri and AI capabilities.
DPIIT Secretary Visits MeitY IoT/AI Centre in Bengaluru
8.3.25
The DPIIT Secretary led a delegation to the MeitY Nasscom Centre of Excellence for IoT/AI in Bengaluru, aiming to promote innovation and technological advancements in India's IT sector. The centre will focus on developing cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things (IoT).
Emirati Girl Breaks Barriers with Free Tech School
8.3.25
A 10-year-old Emirati girl has launched an AI academy for kids, providing free tech lessons to children aged 7 to 13, with the goal of bridging the gender gap in technology education. The AI Learning Academy is a Guinness World Record holder and aims to boost global digital literacy.
India to Dominate $1 Trillion Semiconductor Market
8.3.25
India is poised to become a significant contributor to the global semiconductor market, which is expected to reach $1 trillion by 2030. The country's strong base of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) will play a crucial role in producing components for semiconductor equipment. India's rich resources, including chemicals, minerals, and gases, can be leveraged by companies in the supply chain. Additionally, the country boasts major talent in AI, big data, cloud computing, and IoT, making it an attractive location for R&D, logistics, and supply chain services.
Meta plans to spend $66 billion to $72 billion this year, with even more expected next year on data centers and hiring. Microsoft is forecasting over $100 billion in spending next year, mostly for AI, while Apple aims for $30 billion in capital expenditures for the upcoming quarter, also focused on AI investments.
Musk Revives AI-Powered Video Revival with AI Vine
8.3.25
Elon Musk has launched Grok Imagine, an AI-powered text-to-video generator called "AI Vine", which converts text prompts into videos with sound. The service is currently in beta phase and available to SuperGrok subscribers for $30 per month. Musk plans to restore access to old Vine videos soon, sparking excitement among tech enthusiasts and former Vine users.
OpenAI's Sam Altman Warns of ChatGPT Capacity Crunch
8.3.25
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has warned ChatGPT users about potential "capacity crunches" as the company prepares to launch its next-generation model, GPT-5. Altman advised users to be patient and said "bear with us" as the system undergoes significant updates. The warning comes ahead of the GPT-5 launch, which is expected to bring improved performance and capabilities to the popular AI chatbot.
Raj Kandukuri Warns Actors on AI's Contract Threat
8.3.25
Raj Kandukuri, a National Award-winning producer, is sounding the alarm about the growing use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in filmmaking, citing it as both an opportunity and a threat to actors' contracts. He revealed that actors are now pushing for new contractual clauses to regulate the use of AI in their performances, following the success of films like "Kalki", "Mahavatar Narsimha" and "GOAT".