Dell Poised to Finalize $5B Deal with Elon Musk’s xAI for AI Servers

Dell Technologies is nearing a substantial agreement worth over $5 billion to supply servers optimized for artificial intelligence (AI) workloads to Elon Musk’s AI venture, xAI. Sources familiar with the deal revealed that the servers, equipped with Nvidia’s powerful GB200 semiconductors, are expected to be delivered later this year. This move comes amid surging demand […]

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ChatGPT: A Powerful Tool for Personalization and Efficiency

ChatGPT, developed by OpenAI, has revolutionized the way we interact with artificial intelligence (AI). With its advanced capabilities, this conversational AI is designed to enhance a wide range of tasks, from providing detailed answers to complex questions to assisting in creative endeavors. The core feature of ChatGPT is its ability to generate human-like text based […]

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Fourth industrial revolution in South Africa: inequality stands in the way of true progress

Low-income South Africans in rural areas feel left out of the technological advancements linked to the fourth industrial revolution. Lucian Coman/Shutterstock In his 2019 State of the Nation address, South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that he was creating a commission on the fourth industrial revolution (4IR). The term refers to the integration of advanced […]

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Meta Rewards Researchers with Over $2.3 Million in Bug Bounties in 2024

In 2024, Meta continued its commitment to improving security across its platforms by paying out more than $2.3 million in bug bounties to researchers who identified vulnerabilities in its products. The tech giant received nearly 10,000 vulnerability reports last year, with about 600 qualifying for payout. Nearly 200 researchers benefitted from the rewards. Meta’s bug […]

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Cyberattack Disrupts Virginia Attorney General’s Office Operations, Investigation Underway

The Virginia Attorney General’s office has been hit by a significant cyberattack that has crippled the agency’s computer systems, leaving essential legal and administrative functions offline. The breach, which occurred earlier this week, has prompted an investigation by the Virginia State Police and other law enforcement agencies. In an internal communication obtained by the Richmond […]

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‘Myrrh, conifer oil and … breakfast tea’: my sniffer team’s surprise findings on what mummified bodies smell like

Mum's the word. Banu Sevim When we see objects in museum display cases, it often doesn’t tell their whole story. One thing that tends to get ignored or even lost in the conservation process is the smell. We lose a lot of valuable information as a result, such as how the object was produced or […]

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Comparison and Metrics of Investing in Different Verticals: Why Comparing Deepseek, Intel and Nvidia is a Mistake

Why Comparing Deepseek, Nvidia, and Intel is a Misguided Investment Strategy In the fast-evolving technology sector, investors often make the mistake of comparing companies from different verticals under the same industry umbrella. A common example of this error is the tendency to analyze Deepseek, a software platform, alongside Nvidia and Intel—two hardware giants. While all […]

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Apple TV+ Expands to Android: A Game-Changer for Streaming on Mobile Devices

In a significant shift, Apple TV+ has officially launched its streaming service on Android devices, marking a major step in Apple’s strategy to expand its services beyond its own ecosystem. The Apple TV app, now available for download through the Google Play Store, opens up Apple’s exclusive streaming content to a broader global audience, significantly […]

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BuzzFeed Unveils New Social Media Platform “BFisland” to Foster Self-Expression

BuzzFeed Inc. is stepping into the social media space with the announcement of its new platform, BFisland, designed to encourage self-expression and connection among users. The platform is poised to compete with the likes of TikTok and Meta, offering a fresh approach to online interaction with a focus on creative content rather than AI and […]

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How to cope with romantic rejection – a psychologist’s advice

Romantic rejection can be very painful. Nomad_Soul/Shutterstock Has a romantic partner, or someone you had a crush on, ever hurt your feelings? You’re far from alone. Very few people can boast a 100% success rate when it comes to attracting love interests. And even for those who have more “hits” than “misses”, no partner is […]

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