As per a recent survey conducted by Kaspersky, more than half of the surveyed employees in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region express a deficiency in digital skills when working with computers and other digital devices. The respondents believe that by enhancing their digital skills, they could potentially increase their earnings by an average of 41%.
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Microsoft's Keyboard Revolution: Unveiling the AI Key for Instant Copilot Access
Microsoft has announced a major shift in its keyboard technology by introducing a dedicated AI key, providing users with instant access to Copilot on new Windows 11 PCs. The move is touted as the most significant change in Microsoft keyboards in three decades, aiming to simplify user experiences. The AI key will debut on new products from February.
ChatGPT Unlikely to Contribute to Bioweapon Creation
OpenAI's study on GPT-4 suggests that the advanced AI model provides only a marginal advantage over the regular internet in researching bioweapons. The research, conducted by OpenAI's readiness team, aimed to assess the risks and potential misuse of their AI models.
Sonic Storytelling: AI Transforms Pictures into Powerful Audio Ads
Revolutionizing the ad creation landscape, Adthos Creative Studio introduces a cutting-edge feature that enables users to seamlessly generate comprehensive audio ads. The process begins by uploading a visual asset, be it a product image, billboard ad, or storefront photo. Leveraging the latest AI technology, the platform meticulously analyzes visual elements, extracting information about brands, slogans, styles, and target audiences.
Telegram Unveils New Updates to Improve Chat Experience
Towards the conclusion of 2023, Telegram rolled out a significant update, marking a notable improvement in its chat application. This update followed a series of nine releases throughout the year.
Phone Signals Elevated: SpaceX Unleashes Starlink Satellites into Space
SpaceX successfully deployed its Falcon 9 rocket on January 3, placing Starlink satellites into orbit. These satellites are designed to directly enhance smartphone connectivity— a strategic move by the company to expand global coverage and address connectivity gaps.
Tech for Life: A Glove That Controls Body Tremors
Parkinson's disease— a progressive nervous system disorder that causes problems with movements, especially in the elderly, now has a remedy, thanks to technological innovation.
Google Introduces Advanced AI Model 'Gemini' to Compete with ChatGPT
Google launched an AI chatbot model known as ‘Gemini’— the most ambitious effort yet to compete in the rapidly growing field of Generative AI.
The Next Frontier For Space Exploration Involves The Utilization Of Humanoid Robots
NASA's humanoid robot, Valkyrie, is being tested at the Johnson Space Center in Houston and is designed to operate in damaged environments like those hit by natural disasters. Engineers believe that humanoid robots, equipped with the right software, will eventually be able to function similarly to humans and use the same tools and equipment. NASA envisions humanoid robots playing a crucial role in space missions, undertaking responsibilities such as cleaning solar panels and inspecting malfunctioning spacecraft equipment. This integration allows astronauts to
Online Emojis Crucial for Biodiversity Discussion, Say Scientists
Scientists have highlighted the potential of emojis to raise awareness and foster appreciation for the diversity of life on Earth in an increasingly digitized world.