aws Amazon SageMaker Clarify Launches to Tackle Machine Learning Bias Amazon SageMaker Clarify is a new tool that detects bias in machine learning models and explains their predictions to stakeholders. The feature addresses critical issues where imbalanced datasets lead to inaccurate or unfair outcomes for under-represented groups.
alibaba Alibaba and JD.com Hit $115 Billion in Record Singles Day Sales Chinese e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com generate around $115 billion in combined sales during an extended 11-day Singles Day shopping event. The record-breaking figures highlight a strong economic recovery in China despite looming regulatory concerns.
disney plus Disney+ Reaches 73.7 Million Subscribers in Record-Breaking First Year Disney+ surpasses 73.7 million subscribers in its first year, easily smashing its original four-year goal. The rapid growth positions the streaming service as a formidable competitor to Netflix.
palantir Palantir Posts 52% Revenue Growth in First Post-IPO Earnings Report Palantir reports better-than-expected revenue for its third quarter but faces an operating loss due to stock-based compensation. The data analytics firm also raises its full-year revenue guidance as customer concentration decreases.
alibaba Alibaba Breaks Singles Day Sales Record Amid Massive Stock Plunge Alibaba achieves a record $56.42 billion in Singles Day sales but suffers a nearly 10% stock drop due to new Chinese antitrust regulations.
apple Apple's M1 Chip Delivers Desktop-Class Speed in Fanless MacBook Air The first Geekbench tests reveal that Apple's new M1 processor in the base MacBook Air outperforms the high-end 16-inch Intel MacBook Pro in multi-core CPU tasks.
neurips NeurIPS Mandates Societal Impact and Financial Disclosure for AI Papers NeurIPS now requires all submitted AI research papers to include statements on societal impact and financial conflicts of interest. Papers flagged for ethical concerns face additional review by ethics experts before acceptance.
apple Apple Unveils M1 Chip to Power New Arm-Based Macs Apple introduces the M1, its first custom Arm-based silicon designed to bring iPhone-level efficiency and performance to the Mac lineup.
apple Apple Announces November 12 Release Date for macOS Big Sur Apple confirms that macOS Big Sur launches on November 12, bringing a major visual redesign and iOS features to Macs. The update includes a new Control Center, revamped Safari browser, and enhanced privacy tools.
joe biden Biden Presidency Shifts Tech Focus Toward Broadband Over Big Tech Regulation President-elect Joe Biden prioritizes broadband expansion and pandemic recovery over regulating major technology companies. However, the ongoing federal antitrust lawsuit against Google continues to move forward.
alibaba Alibaba's Singles Day Sales Hit $75 Billion Despite Ant Group IPO Turmoil Alibaba breaks its own Singles Day record with $75 billion in sales, showcasing China's consumer recovery amid the pandemic. The shopping event unfolds alongside heavy regulatory scrutiny that halts the massive Ant Group IPO.
apple Apple Sets macOS Big Sur Release for November 12 Apple confirms that macOS Big Sur launches this Thursday, bringing the biggest visual overhaul to the Mac operating system in years. The release coincides with the debut of Apple's new M1-powered Macs.
aws Amazon SageMaker Clarify Tackles AI Bias Across the Entire Machine Learning Pipeline Amazon SageMaker Clarify emerges as a crucial tool for detecting and mitigating bias in machine learning datasets and models. The feature allows developers to evaluate bias during data analysis, training, and inference stages.
stock market Dow Jumps Over 1,500 Points as Pfizer Vaccine News Lifts Markets US stock markets surge after Pfizer announces promising early results for its Covid-19 vaccine, adding to optimism following the presidential election.
biden Biden Presidency Prompts Major Shifts in Antitrust and Privacy Regulation The incoming Biden administration signals a significant shift away from the deregulatory approach of the past four years, focusing heavily on antitrust enforcement and data privacy. Tech giants face a much stricter regulatory landscape as new leadership takes over key government agencies.