a16z-backed AI video generator Irreverent Labs raises funding from Samsung Next
Generative artificial intelligence, used to create content from text to images to videos, is still on the rise. Big Tech and startups across the globe are racing to compete and launch their own AI-powered chatbots, text-to-image generators, and video tools. Among them is a Bellevue, Washington–based startup called Irreverent Labs,
Read MoreGlobal TikTok Downloads Hit 3-Year High
TikTok continues to enthrall the social media landscape, cementing its position among innovative platforms in the field. This strong foundation has enabled the short video-sharing app to register resurgent downloads, aiming to exceed the levels seen during the pandemic. As per data acquired and calculated by Finbold, TikTok’s global quarterly
Read MoreWalmart is adding Wing drone deliveries to limited Superstores this year
Wing is expanding drone deliveries to a pair of Texas-area Walmart Superstores later this year. The Alphabet-owned drone firm says the two offerings will cover a combined 60,000 homes in the greater Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The first location is 8555 Preston Road in Frisco, Texas, a suburb Wing has served
Read MoreEmpowering People’s Brain: A Visit to JetBrains Office in Amsterdam
If you haven’t heard about JetBrains, you might be unfamiliar with the tech industry. JetBrains caters to a niche audience: the developers and programmers who thrive on tech jargon. This company has pioneered several vital tools for software developers and teams.More impressively, they’ve introduced Kotlin, a modern multiplatform programming language. Its
Read More6 Ways Google is Using AI to Improve Lives in Africa
Africa is experiencing rapid growth in digital innovation. An increasing number of tech startups, innovation hubs, and initiatives that aim at leveraging technology to address various challenges and create new opportunities are on the rise. The use of AI, its research, and its implementation across the continent proves for a
Read MoreKura’s new Operations Director: Owen Campbell
Kura, a customer service outsourcer, has named Owen Campbell as its new Operations Director, recognizing his journey from a contact center advisor 11 years ago to his current role. Owen’s promotion highlights his dedication to operational excellence in the contact center industry. CEO Brian Bannatyne stated, “Owen’s ascent at Kura
Read MoreCypago, which aims to automate compliance and governance for companies, raises $13M
There’s a growing number of cybersecurity regulations designed to keep business and customer data protected. In 2022 alone, over 40 U.S. states introduced 250 bills focused on cybersecurity, according to the National Conference of State Legislatures. And more are on the way. The trend’s a clear win for consumers. But
Read MoreAI’s Arrival in Travel: Reshaping Travel Landscape
In the dynamic realm of global travel, artificial intelligence (AI) emerges as a transformative force, enhancing service delivery across the industry. AI’s prowess in analyzing extensive datasets, predicting trends, and personalizing experiences is ushering in an era of seamless, tailored journeys for travelers worldwide. Africa’s leading online travel agency, Travelstart,
Read MoreScammers are offering fake Waymo jobs on Adobe’s Behance creative social network
Several users have been contacted by scammers using the identify of real Waymo employees. | Photo by Amelia Holowaty Krales / The Verge Several users of Adobe’s art-themed social media platform Behance have encountered an elaborate scam in recent weeks involving fraudulent job offerings from people claiming to be recruiters
Read MoreTrend Micro’s Collaboration with INTERPOL Yields Phishing Operations
Trend Micro Incorporated, a global cybersecurity company has achieved another significant victory through its strong collaboration with law enforcement by dismantling a prolific phishing-as-a-service (PaaS) operation. Zaheer Ebrahim, Solutions Architect for Middle East and Africa at Trend, stated, “Trend’s enduring partnership with INTERPOL prompted an immediate response to their request
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