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BofA enhances AI-powered tool to resolve client needs faster
NEW YORK, July 21 (Reuters) - Bank of America said on Tuesday it has enhanced its AI-powered EricaAssist tool, which would help more than 18,000 customer service representatives resolve client needs faster by delivering real-time guidance during conversations.
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Technology
Microsoft to fund Mistral's European AI expansion in multibillion-dollar deal
SAN FRANCISCO, July 21 (Reuters) - Microsoft has agreed to spend billions of dollars on Mistral's computing infrastructure in Europe under a deal that will also expand distribution of the French AI startup's technology through the U.S. cloud and software giant, the companies said on Tuesday.
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Technology
AI could lift Sub-Saharan Africa economy 4% if power, internet improve, IMF says
JOHANNESBURG, July 21 (Reuters) - Artificial intelligence could boost Sub-Saharan Africa's economy by about 4% over the next decade with better electricity supply, internet access and digital skills, an International Monetary Fund paper showed on Tuesday, but without such reforms the growth dividend could be negligible.
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Technology
Advanced chipmaking tool arrives at New York state innovation hub
SAN FRANCISCO, July 21 (Reuters) - The first components of an ASML next-generation chipmaking tool arrived at New York state's Albany NanoTech Complex on Tuesday, the governor's office said.
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Technology
Hasbro raises annual forecasts on digital gaming demand, 'Magic' boost
July 21 (Reuters) - Hasbro raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts on Tuesday, betting on resilient demand for its digital gaming business and continued strength in "Magic: The Gathering" despite an uncertain consumer spending environment.
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Technology
BlackRock-backed group commits $5 billion for Aligned Data Centers after completing acquisition
July 21 (Reuters) - A consortium backed by BlackRock and Abu Dhabi-based fund MGX said on Tuesday it has committed an additional $5 billion in growth capital to Aligned Data Centers after closing its $40 billion acquisition of one of the world's biggest data center operators.
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Technology
US looks to speed air taxis, supersonic planes to market
FARNBOROUGH, England July 21 (Reuters) - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration said it was working to help industry deploy air taxis, supersonic airplanes, boost space launches and expand drone operations as it embraces next-generation aviation.
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Technology
Tesla cash burn to test investor faith in AI bets
July 21 (Reuters) - Tesla is expected to report its first quarterly cash burn in over two years on Wednesday, as its spending on AI and robotics soars, intensifying investor scrutiny over when those bets will pay off.
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Technology
French parliament backs social media ban for children under 15
PARIS, July 21 (Reuters) - French lawmakers approved on Tuesday a ban on social media access for children under the age of 15, as concerns grow around the world over the impact social media have on the health and safety of minors.
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Mobile apps
‘Vibecoded’ apps are flooding the App Store. Is that good for Apple?
Mobile apps are easy to make with artificial intelligence. That doesn't mean people are excited to use them.
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Technology
Contract chipmaker TSMC to raise prices by up to 10% in 2027, sources say
July 21 (Reuters) - TSMC, the world's largest contract chipmaker, plans to raise chipmaking prices by up to 10% from 2027, two sources familiar with the matter said late on Tuesday.
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AI
South Korea promises free homegrown AI chatbot this year
South Korea plans to launch this year a free artificial intelligence chatbot service powered by domestic technology, Seoul said on July 21, seeking to reduce reliance on foreign platforms.
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Gadgets
Teen develops AI-powered hearing aid to help older adults
What began as a mandatory school assignment could lead to a lifetime purpose for a Saratoga, California, student.
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Video games
Aston Martin reveals digital-only ‘Dreadnought’ military vehicle
Aston Martin has gone all rough and tough with the revealing of its digital 'Dreadnought' military vehicle.
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Social media
Countries move to ban social media for children
Lawmakers in France are scheduled to vote on July 21 to ban social media for under-15s – one of 20 countries worldwide to have proposed or introduced such measures.
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Social media
Maxis says customer's leaked account details an isolated incident; individual responsible has been identified
The telco said it will also be taking immedate action, including legal action, against the individual linked to the incident.
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Technology
A med student built a lung-growing machine from a fish tank – and it actually worked
Using parts from a pet store and hardware shop, a medical student built a system that could one day replace organ transplants.
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Social media
French youth social media ban meets age check conundrum
France's parliament is weighing a social media ban for under-15s, following in the footsteps of Australia and Indonesia, although enforcement authorities are facing a puzzle on how to manage age checks.
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AI
China's new AI model halts new subscriptions as demand swamps capacity
The new, powerful Chinese artificial intelligence model Kimi K3, which has caused a stir in the US tech industry, has suspended new subscriptions after a flood in demand overwhelmed capacity within days of the launch.
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AI
New AI scan of chest muscle detects risk of heart failure and death
AI scans that measure the size of a person's chest muscles could help doctors pinpoint patients at risk of heart failure or death.
