A surprising number of ‘iPad Kids’ are on X, study finds

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

Over 30% of 7- to 9-year-olds have an X account, according to a new report.
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A.I. Is Helping to Launch New Businesses

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

Entrepreneurs say use of artificial intelligence for a variety of tasks is accelerating the path to hiring and, ideally, profitability.

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Palantir’s Alex Karp Talks About War, AI and America’s Future

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

In a rare in-depth interview, this billionaire man of mystery, the head of Palantir Technologies, talks about war, A.I. and America’s future.

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Who is British tech tycoon Mike Lynch?

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

The co-founder of British tech firm Autonomy was once labelled the UK equivalent of Bill Gates.

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From a $2.5 million hyper car to a Spanish track-ready EV, here were the most interesting EVs at Monterey Car Week

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

Historic vehicles, flowing champagne and fashion have dominated the events at Monterey Car Week for decades now. But a change is afoot: EVs, tech-centric vehicles, startups and a heavy dose of Silicon Valley’s software developers and founders added to the scenery this year.  Even the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance seemed more youthful and modern — […]
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5 days left to secure ticket savings for TechCrunch Disrupt 2024

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

The clock is ticking! You’ve got just 5 days left to lock in discounted tickets for TechCrunch Disrupt 2024. Save up to $600 on individual ticket types. This limited-time offer ends on August 23 at 11:59 p.m. PT— after that, prices go up. Disrupt 2024 is your gateway to connecting with over 10,000 driven startup leaders, […]
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Waymo is developing a roomier robotaxi with less-expensive tech

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

Alphabet-owned Waymo has revealed details about its newest “generation 6” self-driving technology as it looks to scale its robotaxi operations in the U.S.

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GM cuts 1,000 software jobs as it prioritizes quality and AI

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

General Motors is cutting around 1,000 software workers around the world in a bid to focus on more “high-priority” initiatives like improving its Super Cruise driver assistance system, the quality of its infotainment platform and exploring the use of AI. The job cuts are not about cost cutting or individual performance, GM spokesperson Stuart Fowle […]
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Procreate takes a stand against generative AI, vows to never incorporate the tech into its products

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

Popular iPad design app Procreate is coming out against generative AI, and has vowed never to introduce generative AI features into its products. The company said on its website that although machine learning is a “compelling technology with a lot of merit,” the current path that generative AI is on is wrong for its platform.  […]
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British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch reported missing after superyacht sinks off Sicily

Posted on August 19, 2024 by Techme101

British tech entrepreneur Mike Lynch is missing after the sinking of a superyacht off the coast of Sicily, sources familiar with the matter told CNBC.

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