Alibaba's Latest AI Model Claims Victory Over DeepSeek in Lunar New Year Showdown
Alibaba launches Qwen 2.5-Max AI model, claiming superior performance over DeepSeek-V3, GPT-4, and other leading competitors. The strategic Lunar New Year release intensifies the AI race between Chinese tech giants and Silicon Valley companies.
DeepSeek Disrupts AI Market with Low-Cost ChatGPT Rival
Chinese startup DeepSeek has shaken the tech industry with an AI model matching ChatGPT's capabilities at just $5.6 million in development costs. The breakthrough has impacted major tech stocks and sparked discussions about the future of AI innovation and competition between the US and China.
Siri's ChatGPT Integration Fumbles Basic Sports Facts with 34% Accuracy Rate
Apple's newly ChatGPT-enhanced Siri demonstrates concerning accuracy issues with sports trivia, incorrectly claiming the Philadelphia Eagles won 33 Super Bowls. The AI assistant's performance marks a significant regression from its previous version, raising questions about the integration's reliability.
iOS 18 Adoption Soars to 68% Across iPhone Devices, Driven by AI Features
Apple's iOS 18 achieves impressive 68% adoption rate across compatible iPhones, reaching 78% on newer devices. The update introduces Apple Intelligence for generative AI capabilities, though iPad adoption remains lower at 53%.
US Restricts Swiss Access to Advanced AI Chips in Export Control Shift
The United States has excluded Switzerland from a list of allied nations with unrestricted access to advanced AI processors, impacting Swiss research and business. The move places Switzerland under quota restrictions while granting unlimited access to 18 other trusted allies.
Apple Taps Veteran Executive to Lead Siri and AI Transformation
Apple reassigns Kim Vorrath, a 37-year company veteran, to strengthen its AI initiatives and fix Siri's performance issues. The strategic move comes as Apple prepares major AI improvements for iOS, including a large language model version of Siri to compete with ChatGPT and Gemini.
Meta's $60 Billion AI Push: Zuckerberg's Bold Vision for 2025
Mark Zuckerberg announces Meta's massive $60-65 billion investment in AI infrastructure, including plans for a gigantic data center and AI coding systems. The ambitious strategy aims to establish Meta AI as a leading assistant serving over 1 billion users while advancing American technology leadership.
LinkedIn Premium Users Sue Platform Over Alleged AI Training Data Privacy Breach
LinkedIn faces a class-action lawsuit from Premium subscribers who claim their private messages were shared without consent for AI model training. The legal battle unfolds as LinkedIn denies allegations while simultaneously becoming involved in a major AI infrastructure venture.
iPad 11's AI Support in Question as Leaked A16 Chip Specifications Surface
Conflicting reports emerge about the upcoming iPad 11's Apple Intelligence capabilities, with a leaked A16 chip specification contradicting earlier claims. The debate centers on whether the tablet will meet the minimum RAM requirements for AI features, as uncertainty grows ahead of its expected spring launch.
Goldman Sachs Unveils AI Assistant to Boost Employee Productivity
Goldman Sachs rolls out an innovative AI assistant to 10,000 employees, leveraging models from OpenAI, Google, and Meta to handle tasks from email summaries to code translation. The financial giant plans to expand access company-wide while training the system to embody Goldman's culture and practices.