Tech News from Simmons Systems (Page 543)

Tech News from Simmons Systems

Unacademy Reaches Unicorn Status After $150 Million SoftBank Investment

Indian online learning platform Unacademy raises $150 million in a Series F round led by SoftBank, reaching a $1.45 billion valuation. The startup now boasts 30 million registered users and over 350,000 paying subscribers.

Microsoft Unveils Deepfake Detection Tool Ahead of U.S. Election

Microsoft releases Video Authenticator, a new tool that generates a confidence score to help identify artificially manipulated media. The company warns the technology only offers temporary utility against AI-generated deepfakes.

Snapchat Sees Record August Downloads Amid TikTok Ban Uncertainty

Snapchat experiences its largest month for new installs since 2019, likely benefiting from ongoing fears of a U.S. TikTok ban.

Apple and Google Simplify COVID-19 Contact Tracing Without Dedicated Apps

Apple and Google introduce Exposure Notification Express, a system-level tool that allows public health authorities to deploy COVID-19 contact tracing without building custom apps. Users receive direct notifications to opt-in rather than downloading software from app stores.

Gong Acquires Vayo to Boost Structured Data Analytics

Fresh off a $200 million Series D round, Gong acquires Israeli startup Vayo to enhance its ability to identify high-level customer trends. The deal combines Gong's unstructured data analysis with Vayo's large-scale structured data processing.

Microsoft Unveils New Tools to Fight Deepfakes and Disinformation Campaigns

Microsoft introduces two new technologies to combat AI-manipulated media and false information as part of its Defending Democracy Program. The company aims to tackle the global spread of disinformation that threatens public health and democratic processes.

Netflix Adapts Hugo-Winning Sci-Fi Epic Three-Body Problem

Netflix announces an English-language series adaptation of Cixin Liu's acclaimed Three-Body Problem trilogy, with Game of Thrones creators Benioff and Weiss leading the production.

Samsung Brings 5G Connectivity to Premium Galaxy Tab S7 Lineup

Samsung adds 5G capabilities to its Galaxy Tab S7 and S7+ tablets, with prices starting at $850 and a release date set for September 18.

Samsung Unveils Improved Galaxy Z Fold 2 to Fix Original Flaws

Samsung addresses the major durability issues of its original foldable phone with the Galaxy Z Fold 2, featuring new protective glass and debris-repelling technology. The redesigned device launches on September 18 for the same premium price of $2,000.

Salesforce Joins Dow Jones as Index Drops ExxonMobil, Pfizer, and Raytheon

The Dow Jones Industrial Average undergoes a major shakeup by adding cloud software giant Salesforce and removing three legacy industrial stocks. This historic shift highlights the growing dominance of the tech sector over traditional oil and pharmaceutical industries.

Zoom Crushes Q2 Expectations as Remote Work Fuels Massive Revenue Surge

Zoom reports a 355% year-over-year revenue increase, smashing analyst estimates as the pandemic-driven shift to remote work accelerates.

Neuralink Demonstrates Brain Implant in Live Pigs

Elon Musk showcases Neuralink's brain-computer interface by revealing a functioning implant in a pig named Gertrude. The device currently reads basic brain activity but remains years away from human application.

Elon Musk Shows Off Coin-Sized Neuralink Brain Implant in Live Pig Demo

Elon Musk demonstrates a wireless, coin-sized brain implant from Neuralink on live pigs, showcasing real-time neural signals. The company aims to eventually treat neurological conditions and merge humans with artificial intelligence.

Neuralink Demonstrates Brain Implant Tech Live on Pigs to Recruit Talent

Elon Musk showcases a smaller, updated Neuralink brain implant using live pigs to demonstrate the device's reading capabilities. The presentation primarily serves as a recruitment drive for the ambitious neurotechnology company.