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Apple rejected Meta's offer for AI partnership on iPhone, says report
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1y ago
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Apple has reportedly rejected offers from Meta Platforms to integrate the Llama chatbot into the iPhone as part of an artificial intelligence (AI) partnership. The talks did not progress past the initial stage, and Apple has stated that it has no active plans for the integration. Apple has been in discussions with OpenAI and Alphabet for their AI products, including ChatGPT and Gemini. Apple found Meta's privacy practices not stringent enough and is said to view ChatGPT as a superior offering. Apple unveiled its suite of AI features called Apple Intelligence at the Worldwide Developer Conference in June.
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Indonesia says Apple's $100 million investment proposal inadequate
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7m ago
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Indonesia has rejected a $100 million investment proposal from Apple to build an accessory and component plant, stating that it falls short of the requirements necessary for the tech giant to sell its latest iPhone there. In November, Indonesia banned sales of Apple's iPhone 16 for not meeting the domestic requirement of 40% locally-made parts. The country has also banned sales of Google Pixel phones for a similar reason. Indonesia's Industry Minister, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, expressed that the proposal did not align with principles of fairness.
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Major AI models not very transparent, says report
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1y ago
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A global report by AI researchers from Stanford, MIT Media Lab, and Princeton University evaluated transparency in AI foundation models. The report found a lack of transparency in the AI industry. Meta's Llama 2 scored the highest at 54%, followed by BloomZ at 53%, and OpenAI's GPT-4 at 48%. The report defined transparency based on 100 indicators and urged developers to improve transparency by adopting best practices from competitors.
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Smartening up Siri: Apple's upcoming iPhone will break new ground with AI shift
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10m ago
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Apple is set to introduce the iPhone 16, a smartphone tailored specifically for artificial intelligence (AI). The new model aims to revamp Apple's virtual assistant Siri and offer customizable emojis in real-time. The company's pivot towards AI is seen as a response to minor upgrades in previous iPhone models, leading to a recent sales slump. By performing most of the AI tasks on the device itself, Apple is positioning itself as a leading player in the consumer AI revolution. The anticipation for the iPhone 16 launch has caused Apple's stock price to rise by 13%.
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Meta's AI chief says he turned down a job as a Google director in 2002 partly because of low pay
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1y ago
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Yann LeCun, Meta's chief AI scientist, disclosed that he rejected a job offer for the director of research position at Google in 2002. He cited several reasons for his decision, including the low compensation package and the size of the company. Despite the potential for a significant stock option package, LeCun felt that the salary was insufficient, especially considering his financial obligations at the time. He also expressed concerns about the company's lack of revenue and the role encompassing more than just research. LeCun believed that joining Google could have had an impact on the research culture and made it more open and ambitious.
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Apple may soon be feeling the heat from investors over its slow rollout of buzzy AI products
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1y ago
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Apple is lagging behind other tech giants in developing generative AI products, leading investors to question its commitment to the technology. Companies like Google, Microsoft, and Meta have been releasing AI products frequently, but Apple has yet to make significant announcements. CEO Tim Cook reassured shareholders that Apple is investing in AI and believes it has transformative potential. However, he did not provide specific details about the company's AI development. Apple shareholders also rejected a request for an AI transparency report that would have examined the ethics of the company's AI usage.
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Metaโs push into defense tech reflects cultural shift, CTO says
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1m ago
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Meta's CTO Andrew Bosworth highlighted a cultural shift in Silicon Valley towards supporting US military efforts, revealing a latent patriotic inclination. At a Bloomberg Tech summit, he noted the industry's historical ties to military development, advocating a "return to grace." Meta's recent partnership with Anduril Industries aims to create AI-powered military tech. Bosworth, overseeing Meta's Reality Labs focused on AR/VR devices, emphasized the market's role in the adoption of these technologies.
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Mark Zuckerberg offered $1 billion to settle FTC antitrust case
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3m ago
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Mark Zuckerberg reportedly offered up to $1 billion to settle an antitrust case with the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which alleges Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were anti-competitive. The FTC rejected the offer, demanding at least $18 billion and seeking to dismantle Meta's monopoly. Former FTC Chair Lina Khan criticized the settlement offer as inadequate. Despite the negotiations, the trial commenced, marking a critical moment for Meta amidst significant legal challenges.
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Apple iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus: CEO Tim Cook says, โWelcome to new era ofโฆโ | Mint
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10m ago
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Apple recently launched its flagship iPhone 16 series, including the iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, and iPhone 16 Pro Max. These new models come with upgrades such as new color options, a customizable Action Button, and enhanced camera features. The iPhone 16 Pro and Pro Max also have larger displays and are powered by the advanced A18 Pro chipset. Apple also introduced the AirPods 4 with improved audio quality and the Apple Watch Series 10 with a brighter OLED display. Pre-orders for the iPhone 16 series start on September 13.
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Apple, Meta have discussed an AI partnership
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1y ago
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Apple is reportedly in discussions with Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, to integrate Meta's generative AI model into Apple Intelligence, the recently announced AI system for iPhones and other devices. This potential partnership would allow Meta and other companies developing generative AI to tap into Apple's massive distribution and reach users through its iPhones. Apple has previously announced that it will partner with other companies for complex or specific AI tasks, and its collaboration with Meta highlights the unlikely alliances formed in the AI era. The discussions are ongoing, and the financial details have not been finalized.
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Apple said to rollout Apple Intelligece with iOS 18.1 developer beta this week
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11m ago
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According to a report from Bloomberg, Apple will delay the inclusion of its new artificial intelligence features, known as "Apple Intelligence," in the stable version of iOS 18 and iPadOS updates slated for September. These features will instead be included in the October update, giving Apple more time to address bugs. The Apple Intelligence features will first be available to developers for testing via the iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 developer beta. The report suggests that the upcoming iPhone 16 series may ship without these AI features.
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