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Over 52 Million Formal Jobs Generated in India between FY20-23
- From 2020 to 2023, India created more than 5.2 crore new formal jobs as per the government’s payroll data.
- During this period, the Employees Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) saw a net increase of 2.27 crore new subscribers.
- State, central, and non-government jobs collectively added 8.24 lakh new subscribers to the National Pension Scheme (NPS) in FY23 alone.
Apple Integrates AI into New Gadgets to Improve Basic Functions
- Apple uses AI to enhance basic operations in its latest gadgets, including iPhones and watches.
- The new Series 9 Watch’s chip boosts Siri’s accuracy and enables a ‘double tap’ interaction.
- Apple also enhanced image capture in its phones, mirroring other companies’ use of AI in smartphones.
Salesforce reveals Einstein Copilot Studio for Personalized AI Solutions at Dreamforce Conference
- Salesforce showcases Einstein Copilot Studio, allowing customers to tweak Salesforce base Einstein GPT and Einstein Copilot as per their needs.
- The new tool comprises a prompt builder, skills builder and model builder which help in customizing prompts, adding actions and integrating one’s own or third-party AI models.
- The Einstein Copilot Studio will be piloted this fall and the Einstein Trust Layer, assisting in managing security concerns, will be accessible next month.
Google faces privacy damages action in the Netherlands
- Google is accused of large-scale privacy violations under EU data protection law by two NPOs.
- Over 82,000 consumers have joined the claim which alleges Google collects and shares highly sensitive personal data.
- The class-action lawsuit demands Google stop tracking and profiling consumers and to pay damages, in addition to implementing structural changes to its practices.
KaleidEO First Indian Firm to Execute Edge Computing in Space
- SatSure Analytics’ subsidiary KaleidEO becomes the first Indian company to implement edge computing in outer space, generating actionable insights from real-time satellite images.
- KaleidEO has developed algorithms for cloud detection and other similar applications, and aims to deploy four edge-computing satellites into Low Earth Orbit by 2025.
- Recently closed its Series A funding round for $15 million, the bulk of which will be invested in KaleidEO, plans to start manufacturing satellites for next year’s launch.
iPhone 15 Debuts with USB-C Connector and Enhanced Features
- The iPhone 15, showcased at Apple’s ‘Wonderlust’ event includes a USB-C port, a move propelled partly by EU connector standardization legislation.
- This new model offers features such as Dynamic Island airline information, a 48-megapixel main camera with improved zoom, and a voice isolation feature.
- Powered by the new A16 bionic chip, it also provides Ultra Wideband with enhanced FindMy functionality and is available in five colors.
Apple Unveils Apple Watch Series 9 with Performance-Boosting S9 Chip
- The new Apple Watch Series 9 features a S9 processor, which enhances the performance with a 60% increase in transistors over the S8 chip.
- The S9 chip offers a faster neural engine for machine learning tasks, improves Siri responses, and ensures more accurate dictation.
- A new version of Apple’s ultra-wideband wireless chip gives the watch ‘spatial awareness’ to detect location of nearby Apple devices.
iPhone 15 introduces satellite-based Roadside Assistance in collaboration with AAA
- The service equips iPhone 15 and 14 users with a variety of support options, enabling texts to AAA operators even without a cellular signal.
- The technology relies on bands used by Globalstar, unlike other satellite-based services that rely on cell tower connections.
- The service is free for long-term AAA members and available for a fee for non-members, currently only in the U.S.
US Copyright Office Denies Protection for AI-Generated Artwork
- Jason Allen’s AI-generated painting ‘Théatre D’opéra Spatial’ was denied copyright protection by the US Copyright Office.
- Allen appealed the decision, arguing that he had revised and edited the AI-created image extensively.
- The ruling signifies a pivotal moment for the legal status of AI-generated work, highlighting the need for artists to acknowledge usage of AI tools.
Climate Activists Urge Mandatory Emission Disclosure for AI Models
- Pressure is mounting on the US government to enact legislation forcing tech firms to reveal carbon footprint of their AI systems.
- This call to action includes public reporting of energy use and emissions from AI lifecycle, as well as holding companies liable for resulting environmental damage.
- Despite previous failures, such as underreporting emissions, tech companies are linked with a significant environmental impact including energy consumption equivalent to major cities and industries.
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