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Meta Unveils Data2vec AI to Process Speech, Images, and Text

Meta introduces data2vec, a single AI model trained to understand speech, images, and text simultaneously. The company plans to integrate this multi-modal technology into future augmented reality and metaverse products.

Microsoft Buys Activision Blizzard in Record $68.7 Billion Gaming Deal

Microsoft announces a massive $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, making it the third-largest tech deal in history. The move positions Microsoft to compete directly with industry leaders like Sony and Tencent in the rapidly growing gaming market.

Microsoft Agrees to Historic $68.7 Billion Activision Blizzard Acquisition

Microsoft announces its largest acquisition ever by purchasing gaming giant Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion in an all-cash deal. The monumental move positions Microsoft to compete directly in building the metaverse.

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Artificial Intelligence Poised for Major Evolution Beyond Narrow Tasks

AI systems currently excel at specific tasks but struggle with the dynamic nature of the real world, though researchers expect noticeable leaps in robust intelligence this year. Meanwhile, tech giants pour billions into AI for search engines, voice assistants, and the emerging metaverse.

Nvidia Launches Omniverse Platform for Collaborative 3D World Building

Nvidia removes the beta label from its Omniverse platform, making the collaborative virtual world-building tool generally available. The update introduces cloud sharing features and direct integrations with major 3D asset marketplaces.

Nvidia Launches Free Omniverse Platform to Democratize 3D Metaverse Creation

Nvidia releases a free version of its Omniverse 3D collaboration platform at CES 2022, making virtual world creation accessible to individual creators. The update also introduces cloud collaboration tools and AI-powered animation features.

Nvidia Positions Omniverse as the Engine Powering the Metaverse

Nvidia introduces new Omniverse Avatar and Unified Compute Framework tools to power interactive 3D experiences and AI avatars. The chipmaker aims to build the foundational hardware and software for the emerging metaverse.

Roblox Restores Global Services After Rare Three-Day Outage

Roblox recovers from a massive three-day outage caused by an internal backend bug, dismissing rumors that a Chipotle promotion triggered the crash. The downtime disrupts millions of players and developers just ahead of the Monday market open.

Roblox Restores Global Services After Rare Three-Day Outage

Roblox recovers from a massive three-day outage caused by an internal server communication bug. The gaming platform denies rumors that a Chipotle promotion triggered the system failure.

Facebook Reveals Project Cambria, a Premium VR Headset for the Metaverse

Facebook unveils Project Cambria, a high-end VR headset featuring advanced eye-tracking and mixed-reality capabilities. The premium device arrives next year at a higher price point than the Quest 2.