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The Wikimedia Foundation has warned of increasing bandwidth strain on its projects caused by AI-powered web crawlers. Representatives noted a 50% increase in bandwidth consumption for multimedia files since January 2024, largely attributed to automated programs harvesting content from Wikimedia's openly licensed image library for AI model training. Wikimedia Foundation staff members Birgit Mueller, Chris Danis, and...

Bloomberg reports that Meta is preparing to launch a high-end version of its Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses with a built-in display, potentially as early as the end of this year. Codenamed Hypernova, these glasses will support running apps and displaying photos, controlled via gestures and capacitive touch on the sides of the frames. The screen, according to the report, will only appear in the bottom-right quadrant of the right lens, optimized for viewing when looking downward. Upon startup, the main screen displays icons horizontally, similar to Meta's...

Lenovo recently held its FY25/26 China regional kickoff meeting in Beijing. At the meeting, Lenovo Group Executive Vice President and President of China, Liu Jun, officially launched Lenovo's three new AI service brands: Lenovo Qitian, Lenovo Baiying, and Xiangbangbang. Liu Jun emphasized that the launch of these three brands marks Lenovo's full entry into the AI service field, covering three major markets: government and enterprise, small and medium-sized enterprises, and consumer clients. Image Note: Image generated by AI, image authorized by service provider Midjourney. This release focuses on Lenovo Qitian solutions and services.

OpenAI has announced one of history's largest private funding rounds, securing a staggering $400 billion. This investment catapults the company's valuation to an astounding $3 trillion. Led by SoftBank Group, the round also included participation from early investors such as Microsoft, Coatue, Altimeter, and Thrive. Image Note: Image generated by AI, image licensing provider Midjourney. In OpenAI's official blog post, the company stated that this new capital will enable them to...

OpenAI is pursuing a massive $400 billion funding round, led by Japan's SoftBank, with a crucial condition: OpenAI must transition to a profitable company by the end of 2025. Success would propel the company's valuation to $300 billion, making it the reigning AI unicorn. However, securing this funding isn't guaranteed. Failure to meet the deadline would slash the funding to $200 billion.

Bloomberg reports that OpenAI is nearing a $400 billion funding agreement led by SoftBank, potentially valuing the company at $3 trillion. This would be the largest funding round in the AI industry, marking a significant milestone for OpenAI and highlighting the rapid growth and investor interest in the sector. Participants include SoftBank Group, Magnetar Capital, Coatue Management, and Founders Fund.

According to a recent Bloomberg report, OpenAI is close to finalizing a massive $40 billion funding round led by SoftBank, marking the largest funding round in the history of the AI industry. This funding is expected to significantly boost OpenAI's valuation to approximately $300 billion, nearly double its valuation in October 2023. SoftBank will be the lead investor, initially committing $7.5 billion, with several other investment firms participating, including Magnetar Capital.

On March 25th, Zuoyebang Programming announced a comprehensive upgrade to its curriculum system, launching a new "AI+" curriculum designed to help young people better embrace the AI era. This upgrade focuses on cultivating the technological innovation potential of young people. By deeply integrating AI knowledge and application scenarios, it helps students transition from knowledge-based thinking to creative thinking.

SoftBank Group Corp., the Japanese technology investment firm, announced it will acquire server-class chip designer Ampere Computing for $6.5 billion. This move marks another significant step in SoftBank's push into artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing. Ampere Computing's major investors, including Oracle and Carlyle Group, also divested their stakes in the deal. Ampere focuses on multi...

Banboo's revolutionary AI tutoring system is here, surpassing the capabilities of GPT and promising a transformative learning experience for students of all ages. Prepare for a future of personalized, engaging, and highly effective education.

Japan's tech scene is far from over. SoftBank's multi-billion yen gamble is shaking things up! A former Sharp LCD panel factory, once a symbol of Japan's manufacturing prowess, is getting a spectacular makeover. It's set to become a cutting-edge data center, the driving force behind SoftBank and OpenAI's groundbreaking AI initiatives. Image note: Image generated by AI, licensed through Midjourney. This data center is no ordinary facility; it will be the powerhouse running the advanced AI agents jointly developed by SoftBank and leading AI innovator OpenAI.

A major transformation is underway in Japan's display industry. Sharp Corporation, once a giant in large LCD panel production for televisions, completely ceased production at its Sakai Display Products Corporation (SDP) in 2024, marking the end of an era for large-size LCD panel manufacturing in Japan. However, the once-dormant factory is poised for a new life. According to the Nikkei Shimbun, SoftBank Group officially signed an agreement this Friday to invest approximately 100 billion yen (approximately 4.877 billion yuan) to acquire this Sharp facility in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture.

Artificial intelligence is disrupting the content creation industry at an unprecedented rate. Once the exclusive domain of resource-rich film studios, production houses, and media giants, high-quality content production is being democratized. Recently, AI-powered video editing platform OpusClip secured $20 million in funding from SoftBank Vision Fund 2, boosting its valuation to $215 million. This significant investment clearly signals a rewriting of the rules for digital content creation and distribution. As an AI video editing platform, OpusClip...

According to Reuters, citing sources and a report by The Information, SoftBank CEO Masayoshi Son is reportedly planning to borrow $160 billion for investments in artificial intelligence (AI). The report states that company executives confirmed this intention during talks with banks last week. This move signals SoftBank's continued expansion in the AI sector, particularly amid intensifying global tech competition. Beyond the planned $160 billion, SoftBank is projected to have...

La Asociación China de Go publicó recientemente un comunicado en el que impone un severo castigo a la ajedrecista profesional Qin Siyue (nacida en 2006) por hacer trampa en el Campeonato Nacional de Go (individual) categoría femenina. El comunicado revela que Qin Siyue fue descubierta el 15 de diciembre de 2024 llevando un teléfono móvil y utilizando un programa de inteligencia artificial para hacer trampa. Tras la investigación, se descubrió que Qin Siyue no solo escondió su teléfono antes de la competición, sino que también hizo trampa durante la misma y ocultó los hechos cuando se le preguntó, lo que constituye una infracción grave. Nota de la imagen: La imagen fue generada por IA, proveída por Midjourney China.

A 19-year-old female Go player has been banned from professional competition for eight years and stripped of her professional rank after being found to have used AI to cheat.