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There is no ‘I’ in ‘AI-powered sales team’

*Well, technically there is one — but “I” is intelligent and doesn’t have to be selfish Generative AI, particularly OpenAI’s ChatGPT, has been making waves in various industries, from content creation to customer service. Now, according to a recent report … Continue reading

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23andMe confirms data leak: Personal genetic information for sale on hacker forums

U.S. biotech firm 23andMe’s user data was leaked and is now circulating on hacker forums. 23andMe confirmed the data leak’s authenticity to BleepingComputer and says it believes a credential-stuffing attack is to blame. 23andMe user data offered for sale A few … Continue reading

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Top Strategies of Lead Generation for Technology Companies

Lead generation is a critical aspect for all types of businesses, regardless of their industry or size. It allows businesses to generate sales leads, nurture prospects, and convert them into real paying customers. However, in the absence of a lead … Continue reading

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The misfires of AI — what about hallucinations of the chatbots?

Some of the first instances of “hallucination” of the chatbots were reported in April 2023. This phenomenon occurs when chatbots and/or people see what isn’t there, and the problem is getting worse. Schools and universities (and businesses) are trying to … Continue reading

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Amazon Luna launches individual game purchase for Ubisoft library

Amazon Luna, Amazon’s cloud gaming platform, has launched a new feature allowing users to purchase individual Ubisoft games. This integration means Luna users can now enjoy titles like Assassin’s Creed: Mirage and The Crew Motorfest without leaving the platform or … Continue reading

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Artists across industries are strategizing together around AI concerns

As creative industries grapple with AI’s explosion into every artistic medium at once, separate calls from artists warning the world to take action before it’s too late are starting to converge. From fake Drake songs to stylized Instagram profile pictures, … Continue reading

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a16z-backed fintech Synapse lays off 40% of its staff

Banking-as-a-service startup Synapse confirmed today that it has laid off 86 people, or about 40% of the company. The San Francisco-based company, which operates a platform enabling banks and fintech companies to easily develop financial services, has been open about … Continue reading

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EV buyers can soon get the $7,500 tax credit at time of purchase

Starting in January, the IRS will make the $7,500 federal EV tax credit available immediately via dealers. The Treasury Department announced the update on Friday, noting that dealers will have the option to “reduce the purchase price of the vehicle … Continue reading

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Electric seaglider startup Regent takes flight with $60M in new funding

The promise of electric aviation has been weighed down by the limited range of batteries and the long certification process. Regent co-founder and CEO Billy Thalheimer, who previously worked at Aurora Flight Sciences, has looked to maritime — and more … Continue reading

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Survey: Challenges and Solutions in Generative AI Adoption

Most surveyed companies prefer a mix of public and private generative AI models. Security risks and technical complexity can slow adoption down.

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