Vertefarm’s new hydroponic factory turns living rooms into lush landscapes. Vertefarm has recently introduced a hydroponic micro plant factory designed to combine aesthetics with functionality.
eCosmetics is revolutionizing beauty e-commerce with personalized shopping powered by AI and machine learning. eCosmetics represents a significant shift in how beauty products are sold
NVIDIA is playing a central role in a new US$110 million AI research partnership between the United States and Japan, an initiative by the Biden Administration aimed at advancing technology collaborations and fostering innovation. This strategic alliance involves significant efforts by both the University of Washington and the University of Tsukuba to enhance their AI capabilities.
In a recent announcement, Samsung introduced plans to significantly expand the language options available for its Galaxy AI, enhancing accessibility for users worldwide. This expansion includes the addition of three new languages—Arabic, Indonesian and Russian—and three new dialects—Australian English, Cantonese and Canadian French, building on the existing 13 languages currently supported.
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is leveraging geospatial artificial intelligence (GeoAI) to tackle a range of environmental and social challenges worldwide. Through its innovative application in various sectors such as transportation, urban safety, and climate change, PolyU aims to lead in transforming how societies manage and adapt to these issues.
Cloud Software Group Inc. and Microsoft Corp. have announced an expansion of their long-standing collaboration through an eight-year strategic partnership. This partnership aims to strengthen the go-to-market collaboration for the Citrix virtual application and desktop platform and facilitate the development of new cloud and AI solutions. As part of the agreement, Cloud Software Group will commit US$1.65 billion to Microsoft’s cloud services and generative AI capabilities.
After a long crypto winter since the spring of 2022, the crypto world has been buzzing with activity recently. In January, the U.S. saw the approval of Bitcoin ETFs; on March 14, Bitcoin’s price soared to an all-time high of US$73,835—obviously, there is an upsurge in interest in the crypto market.Â
SUNRATE, a global payment and treasury management platform for businesses, announced the integration of Apple Pay for its customers, offering a safer and more private payment method. This move leverages the advanced security features of the iPhone to protect transactions and aligns with the growing demand for seamless and secure business transactions.
Finland’s VTT Technical Research Centre and furniture company ISKU have collaborated to develop a pioneering chair made from biocomposite materials. This sustainable piece leverages cellulose-plastic compounds, integrating natural fibers, polypropylene, and wood pulp sourced from Finnish forests, showcasing the practical applications of biocomposites in furniture design.
In 2024, the tech sector still can’t catch a break from the relentless waves of layoffs. Even YouTube, which saw a rebound in advertising revenue in recent quarters, has not been spared. In January, the video-streaming giant announced layoffs and restructuring measures, which affected roughly 100 members of its Creator Partnerships team.
After months of being in early beta, Elon Musk’s Grok AI chatbot is now available for all paid X Premium users. Launched in November 2023 by Musk’s xAI, Grok personifies Musk’s vision of an AI companion that combines intellect with a dash of humor.
Timekettle, renowned for its cross-language communication solutions, has concluded its #SpringTravelWithTimekettle Instagram campaign, aimed at uniting travelers worldwide by highlighting the importance of overcoming language barriers during travel. The week-long campaign, from March 18 to 24, encouraged participants to share their travel dreams and memories, showcasing the enriching experiences enabled by Timekettle’s innovative solutions.
CMC Electronics and Hexagon’s Autonomy & Positioning division, which encompasses the renowned Hexagon | NovAtel brand, have jointly developed a cutting-edge multi-constellation, multi-frequency (MCMF) Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) platform, marking a significant leap in aviation positioning technology.Â
In today’s visual spectacle, visual effects (VFX) bridge the gap between imagination and reality, sprawling across mediums from blockbuster video games to the silver screens of billion-dollar movies, and even into the realms of YouTube videos and TV commercials. This art of marrying real footage with computer-generated imagery (CGI) gifts audiences a passport to realms of the fantastical.
Imagine turning a failed project into a tech sensation. That’s the story of Slack, which began as a gaming venture named Glitch in 2013, only to pivot and skyrocket to fame as a go-to app for business collaboration. In just two years, it hit a milestone with over a million daily active users. By 2023, its worth had ballooned to a whopping US$26.5 billion, securing its spot as one of the tech world’s most rapidly growing Software as a Service (SaaS) companies. This journey isn’t just about luck; it’s a masterclass in growth hacking, the secret weapon businesses are using to stand out in today’s cutthroat market.
Solana, a blockchain known for its high speed and low transaction costs, has recently faced significant network congestion after its trading volume reached a peak not seen in over two years as of March 15. According to Coindesk, Solana-based decentralized exchanges (DEX) have surpassed Ethereum in trading volume. Solana experienced a significant uptick, reaching US$21.3 billion—a 67% increase, whereas Ethereum DEXs saw a modest 3% increase to US$19.4 billion.Â
