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The new generation of data center systems is increasing efficiency with smarter traffic control instead of just more processor cycles.

Technical progress has encouraged a new batch of companies to jump in on the promise of profits from humanoid robots. And they're all Chinese automakers.

Are XREAL's smart glasses the way of the future for home entertainment?

Neocloud Lambda has raised $1B in private debt to buy Nvidia AI chips and lease them to Microsoft. It's the latest in a string of loans, underscoring the high cost of the AI boom.

Given 10 benchmarks for specific misaligned behaviors, the automated systems were able to improve performance on every single one without degrading overall performance.

The feature, announced this week, allows Brave's users to sign up for websites and other online services without having to share their personal email addresses.

There's a lot of capital pouring into the business of giving models away.

Sophia Bendz, general partner at Cherry Ventures, stopped by Equity to break down the latest in the Swedish tech ecosystem.

The backlash against license plate readers comes amid a wave of police abuses of surveillance cameras.

Retro, a friend-focused photo-sharing app built by former Instagram employees, has raised more than $21 million in Series A funding.

Now, Apple TV subscriptions will cost $14.99 per month, up from its previous price of $12.99 per month.

The firm, known for its focus on software, is going to start throwing more money at the hardware behind AI.

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration illegally labeled Anthropic a supply-chain risk, handing the AI company a victory as its second Pentagon lawsuit continues in Washington.

Sandhya Devanathan will oversee some OpenAI operations across Southeast Asia and Australia in her new role.

Launched by Belgian startup Any, LUV1 is a modular electric motorcycle with 120 liters of cargo space that can be used to carry bags, work equipment, or even pets.

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