Tech News from Simmons Systems (Page 441)

Tech News from Simmons Systems

Apple Pauses Controversial iCloud Photo Scanning System After Backlash

Apple delays its planned CSAM detection features following widespread privacy concerns. The company pushes back the iCloud Photos scanning tools originally slated for upcoming software updates.

DeepMind and EMBL Unveil Open Database of All Human Protein Structures

DeepMind and EMBL partner to release the most complete database of predicted 3D human protein structures. This open resource more than doubles the known high-accuracy protein structures available to scientists.

GitHub Introduces Copilot AI Assistant to Automate Software Development

GitHub launches a technical preview of Copilot, an AI pair programmer powered by OpenAI's Codex that suggests entire functions based on developer comments. While the tool shows promise in writing code quickly, experts warn about potential bug propagation.

Amazon Unveils Over 50 New Alexa Tools for Ambient Experiences

Amazon introduces more than 50 new Alexa features designed to help developers create seamless ambient experiences and drive business growth.

DeepMind and EMBL Unveil Open Database of Human Protein Structures

DeepMind and EMBL partner to release the most complete database of predicted 3D human protein structures. This open-source tool more than doubles the known high-accuracy protein structures to accelerate global scientific research.

Citizen Lab Confirms Amnesty International's Pegasus Spyware Detection Methods

The Citizen Lab completes an independent peer review validating Amnesty International's forensic methodology for identifying NSO Group's Pegasus spyware. The analysis confirms that the detection techniques accurately identify infections across multiple examined devices.

Biden Executive Order Targets Big Tech Monopolies to Restore Market Competition

A new executive order directs federal agencies to crack down on anti-competitive practices by large technology platforms. The initiative focuses on curbing monopolistic mergers, limiting data collection, and protecting small online businesses.

Young Pakistani-American Scholar Lina Khan Drives New US Antitrust Agenda

Newly appointed FTC Chair Lina Khan influences a sweeping executive order aimed at curbing monopolistic practices across major American industries. Her groundbreaking legal scholarship shifts the focus of antitrust enforcement beyond just consumer prices.

GitHub Introduces Copilot AI Assistant to Automate Software Development

GitHub unveils Copilot, an OpenAI-powered tool that suggests entire functions and lines of code directly inside Visual Studio Code. While the assistant shows promise for speeding up development, experts raise concerns about potential bug proliferation.

Apple Pauses Controversial iPhone Photo Scanning Plan After Backlash

Apple delays its planned CSAM photo scanning feature for iPhones following significant pushback from privacy advocates and users.

Self-Driving Startup Aurora Reportedly Reaches Merger Agreement with Reinvent SPAC

Autonomous vehicle company Aurora is reportedly in an agreement to go public through a merger with the special purpose acquisition company Reinvent Technology Partners.

Tesla AI Day Reveals Hidden Progress in Full Self-Driving Autopilot

Tesla uses its AI Day 2021 event to showcase the underlying technological advancements driving its Full Self-Driving system, even if visual progress remains subtle to the everyday driver. The company highlights massive leaps in neural network training and custom silicon design.

Tesla Unveils Humanoid Robot to Tackle Dangerous Repetitive Tasks

Tesla expands beyond electric vehicles by announcing the Tesla Bot, a humanoid robot designed to eliminate repetitive manual labor. The robot leverages the company's existing Full Self-Driving AI technology to navigate human environments safely.

Tesla Optimus Robot Evolves From Costume to Independent Walker

Tesla's humanoid robot, known as Optimus, progresses from a simple concept to walking untethered across the company's campus using the same AI as its self-driving cars.

ZoomInfo Buys Chorus.ai for $575M to Boost AI Sales Tools

ZoomInfo acquires conversational AI startup Chorus.ai for $575 million to expand its sales intelligence platform.