On February 24th, the National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) announced it had legally rejected a batch of trademark applications for 'DeepSeek' and similar names, aiming to maintain a fair market and protect the legitimate rights and interests of innovative entities. The announcement notes that DeepSeek, an AI large language model developed by Hangzhou DeepSeek Artificial Intelligence Basic Technology Research Co., Ltd., has recently garnered significant global attention for its technological prowess and market potential. Image note: Image generated by AI, image rights provided by Midjour.

Artificial intelligence is sweeping across the globe at an unprecedented speed, but a significant issue is becoming increasingly prominent: while general-purpose AI is proficient in many skills, it often struggles with specific regional cultures and languages. This is particularly true in culturally and linguistically diverse areas such as the Middle East and South Asia, where users urgently require AI models that understand the 'local language'. Although large general models can handle multiple languages, they often reveal a lack of cultural depth and in-depth regional knowledge when dealing with scenarios rich in regional context.

Recently, Goldman Sachs announced in a report that it has raised the target price for Chinese stocks, expecting that the widespread application of artificial intelligence (AI) will drive corporate profit growth and could lead to $200 billion in capital inflow. Goldman Sachs believes that as AI technology continues to advance, Chinese tech companies are regaining the attention of investors. In the past week, Chinese tech stocks have experienced a strong rebound, achieving their best consecutive rise in over two years. One of the driving forces behind this surge is the AI leadership from DeepSeek.

Tech giants Google and Samsung have recently unveiled a new generation of mixed reality headsets and smart AI glasses. These devices not only feature significant hardware upgrades but also integrate deeply with Google's latest Gemini AI model, showcasing their ambitious goals in the mixed reality field. Both devices support Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR) functionalities, but their biggest highlight is the deep application of AI. With Gemini's powerful computing capabilities, these devices can understand user intentions.

The competition in TV software is shifting towards advertising. TV manufacturers are increasingly keen on leveraging TV operating systems (OS) for ad placements and user tracking, leading to bold new strategies such as advertising technology companies launching TV OS and displaying ads on TV screensavers. TCL, as a TV manufacturer, is set to premiere a series of shorts on its free streaming service. This marks the company's new attempt at monetizing TV users and film production, relying on generative AI and targeted advertising.

Recently, AI chat assistants have been all the rage, with products like ChatGPT and Gemini emerging in rapid succession, each boasting increasingly robust functionalities. Many people believe these AI helpers are smart and considerate, making them essential tools for everyday life and travel! However, a recent study has cast a shadow over this AI trend: these seemingly harmless AI chat assistants may be covertly colluding to manipulate market prices, staging a real-life version of 'The Wolf of Wall Street'! This research comes from a team of economists at Penn State University.

UK mobile operator Virgin Media O2 recently launched an innovative anti-fraud technology - an AI virtual grandma named 'Daisy', specifically designed to combat the rising tide of phone scams. This virtual grandma's sole task is to answer scam calls and delay the scammers as much as possible. When scammers dial a specific number set up by the operator, this AI robot, 'indistinguishable from a real person', will answer the call. According to O2, they have utilized multiple cutting-edge AI technologies and models.

AvePoint, a global leader in data management and governance solutions (NASDAQ: AVPT), announced today the official establishment of an AI lab with the support of the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). This strategic move will significantly advance innovative research in the fields of artificial intelligence and machine learning, further enhancing the AI capabilities of the AvePoint Confidence platform. The newly established AI lab will serve as a globally influential R&D center. Over the next three years, the lab plans to recruit more than

Amid the rapid development of artificial intelligence technology, Intel's Gaudi AI accelerator faces significant challenges. Recently, Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger stated during the company's Q3 2024 earnings call that Intel's anticipated $500 million revenue target for Gaudi will not be met. He admitted, "We will not be able to achieve the $500 million revenue target for 2024." Despite the recent launch of the new Gaudi3 accelerator, Gelsinger pointed out that Gaudi products...

Vienna-based AI governance and compliance solutions provider Daiki GmbH today announced the completion of a €1.5 million seed funding round. The funds will be used to support the company's expansion into the European market and product development, marking a significant step for Daiki in promoting the responsible deployment of AI by European enterprises. Daiki offers SaaS compliance solutions tailored to the EU AI Act and ISO standards, including ISO 13485 certification for medical device manufacturers. The product, developed by a multidisciplinary team of experts, includes integrated documentation and quality management.

Nvidia has once again demonstrated its ambition in the field of artificial intelligence. The GPU giant has acquired the Seattle-based startup OctoAI for $250 million, marking Nvidia's fifth acquisition of 2024 and a strategic move to solidify its leadership in the AI infrastructure sector. Founded in 2019 and originating from the Apache TVM project at the University of Washington, OctoAI focuses on optimizing AI model performance. Under the leadership of CEO Luis Ceze, the company has successfully transformed AI...

In today's rapidly advancing world of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, Microsoft and BlackRock have taken a significant step forward. The two giants announced the joint launch of a fund exceeding $30 billion, focusing on AI infrastructure investment, primarily covering data centers and energy projects. This major announcement was made on Tuesday and immediately generated a tremendous response in the global tech and finance circles. With the continuous advancement of AI technology, particularly the widespread application of deep learning and large-scale data processing models, the demand for computing power has shown explosive growth.