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Has Meta finally broken the Google Glass curse with its next-gen Orion glasses?

Meta showcased two different types of smart glasses at the Meta Connect 2024 event: an upgraded version of the Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses and a preview of Orion, smart glasses that employ augmented reality and AI.
The Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses focus on fashion, comfort, and a non-intrusive AI assistant, offering improved design and functionality compared to Google Glass.
Orion, with its combination of AR and AI, offers a more immersive experience but carries the risk of potential distractions and discomfort.
Meta's dedication to wearable technology is evident, and although opinions differ on the AI wearable design, they are determined to refine their vision of wearable tech.

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OpenAI planning to become for-profit company, say reports

OpenAI is planning to become a for-profit company and seeks $6.5bn of new funding.
The startup will change its corporate structure to become a for-profit benefit corporation.
OpenAI's nonprofit board will be retained, and it will continue to exist.
More senior figures have left OpenAI, including its chief technology officer, Mira Murati.

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Meta’s game-changing Orion AR glasses could launch sooner than we thought, but they might cost as much as a smartphone

Meta's Orion AR glasses, the prototype of their full-functioning holographic AR glasses, could launch in a couple of years, according to Andrew Bosworth, Meta's CTO.
The year 2027 is suggested as a potential release year based on Bosworth's comments and a leaked report from The Verge.
The price of Orion AR glasses may not be as affordable as initially hoped, with Meta aiming for a price point around $700, rather than $299 like the Ray-Ban smart glasses.
Orion AR glasses are expected to have a two-to-three-hour battery life, which is shorter than the all-day battery life of smartphones.

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Google Maps will now warn you about businesses with fake reviews

Google Maps is taking steps to make its reviews more trustworthy and warn users about businesses with fake reviews.
When fake reviews are detected and removed, Google Maps displays a warning on the business profile stating that suspected fake reviews were removed.
Businesses that violate Google's rules on fake engagement may face restrictions such as being unable to receive new reviews, having existing reviews unpublished, and displaying a warning about fake review removal on their profile.
While this step increases transparency, the warnings don't specify whether the removed fake reviews were positive or negative, potentially misleading users about a business's reputation.

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Comparison of Manual Deployment vs. SaaS Deployment for Static Websites

Website deployment is the process of transferring a site from development to production, optimizing server configurations, and enhancing website load speed.
Manual deployment requires multiple steps and technical knowledge, and tasks often fall outside primary job scope.
Third-party hosting platforms offer comprehensive functionality and can be less costly than self-hosting.
Third-party platforms enable one-click deployment, connecting directly to your Git repository, allowing quick website release.
EdgeOne Pages is a good example of third-party solutions that offer free plans and comprehensive functionality.
SSL certificates and custom domains are crucial, and platforms that offer them are ideal for website deployment.
Automated building and deployment are also important aspects that minimize human intervention, reducing the risk of errors.
Upgrade features such as edge acceleration, CDN, and static resource optimization are necessary to enhance website performance, and global expansion.
Using third-party platforms for website deployment is easier and more user-friendly, allowing you to focus on core tasks.
Manual deployment requires more technical knowledge and management skills, which can be difficult for non-professionals.

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This chart shows one potential advantage AWS's AI chips have over Microsoft and Google

Big tech cloud providers like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft are developing their own AI chips to rival Nvidia.
AWS's AI chips, Trainium and Inferentia, have wider regional availability compared to Google and Microsoft's offerings.
Regional availability gives customers more options, potentially reducing reliance on Nvidia's GPUs.
While it's too early to determine the overall performance, AWS's AI chips have an advantage in terms of regional availability.

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After raising €101M, Amsterdam unicorn Mews secures €90M from Vista Credit Partners

Amsterdam-based Mews has secured €90M in financing from Vista Credit Partners.
The funds will be used to accelerate Mews' M&A program, invest in technology, and solidify its position as a market leader.
Mews has raised a total of €300M to transform the hospitality industry and has reached a valuation of $1.2B.
The company's cloud platform, Mews Hospitality Cloud, helps streamline operations for hoteliers and has a growing customer base in 85 countries.

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Azure, NetApp, and Tessell Launch Copilot for Cloud Databases

Tessell, Microsoft Azure, and NetApp have collaborated to introduce Copilot for Cloud Databases.
This solution integrates an enterprise-grade Database PaaS with one-click functionality on Azure, utilizing Azure NetApp Files and Tessell.
Customers can access an enterprise-grade Managed Instance for Oracle on Azure with flexibility, cost optimization, and performance enhancements.
The bundled solution provides 24/7 support with a 15-minute response time and potential cost reductions.

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Alkira Expands to Google Cloud, Enhances Multi-Cloud Networks

Alkira has expanded its Network Infrastructure as a Service platform to Google Cloud Marketplace.
This allows businesses to connect users, workloads, and applications across cloud and on-premise environments without physical infrastructure.
Alkira's Cloud Exchange Point simplifies the adoption of advanced networking capabilities within the Google Cloud ecosystem.
Customers can purchase Alkira services directly from Google Cloud Marketplace, streamlining the procurement process.

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AWS Makes Meta’s Llama 3.2 LLMs Available to Customers

AWS has made Meta's Llama 3.2 multilingual large language models (LLMs) generally available.
The Llama 3.2 collection includes various models optimized for different use cases, such as vision analysis, edge and mobile devices, and content safety classification.
The models have been evaluated on benchmark datasets and demonstrate competitive performance.
Llama 3.2 enables developers to build personalized applications prioritizing user privacy.

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Gemini AI could soon be adding narration to your memories in Google Photos

Google Photos' Memories feature is set to receive an AI upgrade.
The latest version of Google Photos on Android has hidden code referencing Gemini, the Google AI chatbot.
The code enables Gemini-powered memories, which will offer recap memories narrated by Gemini.
It remains to be seen how well the AI-generated narrations will enhance the experience of looking back through photos and videos.

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Following a backlash around a recent Windows 11 Start menu change, Microsoft reverses course in new preview build

Microsoft has issued a fresh update for Windows 11 in testing, including changes to the Start menu, lock screen, and file-sharing button.
The controversial change to the Start menu, which moved the sign out option, has been reverted in the preview build.
The lock screen now includes media controls during media playback.
Users will soon be able to share files stored on their device directly from Windows search results.

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Google files EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft over software licensing

Google has filed an antitrust complaint against Microsoft with the European Commission.
The complaint relates to licensing terms for Windows Server that Google believes harm competition and raise costs for customers.
Google's complaint focuses on a licensing change in 2019 that requires additional fees to move Windows Server licenses from Azure to rival platforms like Google Cloud.
Google also highlights limited access to security patches and other interoperability barriers for third-party cloud platforms.

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Meta reveals Orion, its first fully holographic AR glasses and ‘neural interface’

Meta, formerly known as Facebook, unveiled a prototype for fully holographic AR glasses named Orion.
Orion is described as the most advanced glasses the world has ever seen and aims to be a normal, fashionable pair of glasses.
The holographic display doesn't use passthrough and overlays holograms onto the real physical world.
The glasses utilize AI with voice, hand-tracking, eye-tracking, and a wrist-based neural interface for interaction.

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Nintendo jumps on AI images of Mario shared on X

Nintendo's copyright infringement hunter Tracer issued takedown notices to users who shared AI-generated images of Mario on X's Grok-2 AI model.
The AI-generated images of Mario depicted him engaging in activities that Nintendo would not approve of, such as smoking and drinking.
Tracer, which uses AI tools to identify copyright violations, sent DMCA notices to several users, including those who posted fan art of Mario.
It is unclear what instructions Nintendo has given to Tracer regarding copyright enforcement, but Nintendo may be aggressive in protecting its IP against AI-generated content.

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