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Google is turning to artificial intelligence to assist in protecting the coral reefs, TechCrunch reports.

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Google is turning to artificial intelligence to assist in protecting the coral reefs, TechCrunch reports.

Google has developed an artificial intelligence tool called SurfPerch in collaboration with Google Research and DeepMind to assist marine biologists in understanding coral reef ecosystems and their health. The tool was trained on thousands of hours of reef audio recordings, enabling scientists to monitor reef activity at night and in deep or cloudy waters, providing … Read more

TechCrunch: Google collaborates with RapidSOS to support 911 connectivity via RCS

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TechCrunch: Google collaborates with RapidSOS to support 911 connectivity via RCS

Google has announced a partnership with RapidSOS, a platform for emergency responders, to provide users with the ability to communicate with 911 through RCS (Rich Messaging Service). This feature will be rolled out this winter to users who do not have text-to-911 capabilities. Initially, it will only be available to Google Messages users. Currently, only … Read more

TechCrunch: Google takes action against AI apps following spread of apps used to create deepfake nude images on Google Play

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TechCrunch: Google takes action against AI apps following spread of apps used to create deepfake nude images on Google Play

Google is set to release new guidelines for AI app developers on Google Play to address concerns about inappropriate or banned content. Apps offering AI features will be required to prevent generating restricted content like sexual content and violence while also giving users a way to flag offensive material. Developers must thoroughly test their AI … Read more

How can Google’s AI Overviews benefit you? | TechCrunch

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How can Google’s AI Overviews benefit you? | TechCrunch

Google has been facing criticism for the inaccurate and sometimes bizarre answers provided by AI Overviews in search results. These AI-generated answers, which Google recently expanded, have led to instances like suggesting adding glue to pizza or eating a small stone a day. While Google is working to address these inaccurate results, a company spokesperson … Read more

Bing API Outage Causes Disruption to Microsoft Copilot, DuckDuckGo, and ChatGPT’s Web Search Capabilities | TechCrunch

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Bing API Outage Causes Disruption to Microsoft Copilot, DuckDuckGo, and ChatGPT’s Web Search Capabilities | TechCrunch

Microsoft’s search engine, Bing, is currently experiencing technical difficulties. Initially, users were unable to perform web searches, but now search results are loading correctly. However, the issue is also affecting Bing’s application programming interface (API), impacting other services that rely on Bing. For example, alternative search engines like DuckDuckGo and Ecosia, which use Bing search … Read more

TechCrunch: Google Pay Updates to Show Card Benefits, BNPL Options, and More

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TechCrunch: Google Pay Updates to Show Card Benefits, BNPL Options, and More

Google Pay is introducing updates that leverage its integrations with other Google products like Android and Chrome. Users making payments with Google Pay can now view the benefits of their card before selecting one, use “buy now, pay later” options with partners like Affirm and Zip, and verify their card details using biometrics or a … Read more

Microsoft introduces new ‘Volumetric Apps’ for Quest headsets, bringing Windows apps into the 3D space | TechCrunch

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Microsoft introduces new ‘Volumetric Apps’ for Quest headsets, bringing Windows apps into the 3D space | TechCrunch

Microsoft revealed at its annual Build conference that it will be introducing “Windows volumetric apps” to the Meta Quest headset through a new partnership. This collaboration will allow Microsoft to bring Windows 365 and local PC connectivity to the Quest headset, enabling developers to extend their applications into the 3D space. During the event, Microsoft’s … Read more

Microsoft aims to transform Windows into an AI operating system with the launch of Copilot+ PCs | TechCrunch

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Microsoft aims to transform Windows into an AI operating system with the launch of Copilot+ PCs | TechCrunch

Microsoft is showcasing its commitment to advancing generative AI on Windows and PCs through announcements made during its Build developer conference. New features like Recall, Volumetric Windows Applications, Copilot+ PCs, and updated Surface devices were unveiled. Volumetric Windows Applications are being extended to Meta Quest headsets in partnership with Meta, allowing developers to bring Windows … Read more

TechCrunch reports that Microsoft’s Power Automate platform has integrated AI flows into its no-code system.

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TechCrunch reports that Microsoft’s Power Automate platform has integrated AI flows into its no-code system.

Microsoft is making a big push to integrate its Copilot AI technology into various aspects of its offerings, with some predicting that the company may even rename its annual Build developer conference to Microsoft Copilot. While this year’s Build conference lacked major announcements following previous reveals of new Arm-based laptops and AI features in Windows … Read more

UHG CEO reveals Change Healthcare hackers used stolen credentials to access system without MFA, reports TechCrunch

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UHG CEO reveals Change Healthcare hackers used stolen credentials to access system without MFA, reports TechCrunch

The recent ransomware attack on US healthcare technology company Change Healthcare was facilitated by the use of stolen credentials to gain remote access to the company’s systems that lacked multi-factor authentication (MFA). This revelation came from UnitedHealth Group (UHG) CEO Andrew Witty, who provided written testimony ahead of a House subcommittee hearing on the cyberattack … Read more