Author: Art Ryan

Amazon’s AMZN recent announcements highlighting its Nova AI capabilities present a compelling but nuanced investment case. Investors should consider maintaining current positions rather than increasing exposure as the tech giant navigates its AI transformation through 2025. Nova AI: Amazon’s Strategic AI Evolution Amazon has expanded access to its Nova foundation models through nova.amazon.com, marking a significant step in its artificial intelligence strategy. The company also introduced Amazon Nova Act, a new AI model trained to perform actions within web browsers, along with the Amazon Nova Act SDK for developers to experiment with this early model. This move puts Amazon in…

Artificial intelligence isn’t coming for football — in Spain, it’s already laced up and part of the squad. “LaLiga has become an integral part of AI’s DNA,” might sound poetic, but according to Javier Gil — LaLiga’s head of AI implementation and development — it’s the other way around. “AI has become an integral part of LaLiga’s DNA,” Gil told Reuters by email, calling it a cornerstone of the league’s strategy for years. “We deployed solutions based on predictive analysis and algorithms long ago,” he said, crediting LaLiga president Javier Tebas as a “bold leader” who spotted the potential of…

AI plays a key role in cybersecurity as the digital ecosystem changes at a never-before-seen rate. Startups using AI-driven security solutions are drawing significant investment as cyber threats get more complex. With the increasing demand for cybersecurity solutions, equipping startups with essential security tools has become a priority to safeguard their digital infrastructure. However, what attracts investors to these startups? How are they setting themselves up to get funding? Why AI in Cybersecurity Is a Game Changer Although somewhat successful, traditional cybersecurity solutions frequently fall short of the ever-evolving nature of cyber threats. Real-time threat detection, predictive analytics, and automated responses are…

The world faces unprecedented challenges: a growing population, increasing climate extremes, and dwindling natural resources. Feeding the planet sustainably requires a shift, a move away from “business as usual” to embrace innovative solutions that can transform our agrifood systems. This transformation demands not only technological breakthroughs, but also a renewed commitment to collaboration and a willingness to rethink how we produce, distribute, and consume food. At the heart of this effort lies the critical need for strengthened multilateralism, ensuring that the benefits of innovation are shared equitably across the globe. But what does “innovation” truly mean in the context of…

​Samsung has unveiled its inaugural AI-powered Bespoke top load washers in India, marking a significant advancement in intelligent laundry solutions. These new washers are available in three sizes—25-inch, 24-inch, and 21-inch—and come in five distinct colors: Black Caviar, Deep Charcoal, Lavender Gray, White, and Brushed Navy. Notably, the Digital Inverter Motor in these machines is backed by a 20-year warranty, underscoring Samsung’s commitment to durability and customer satisfaction.​ The Times of India+9The Times of India+9The Times of India+9The Times of India+2The Times of India+2news+2 Advanced AI Features The Bespoke AI Top Load Washers incorporate three cutting-edge AI technologies designed to…

OpenAI is said to be planning to expand its Deep Research feature to the users on the free tier of ChatGPT. The feature was introduced in February as an agentic tool that can autonomously conduct multi-step research on complex topics by looking for relevant information on the Internet. Powered by a custom o3 artificial intelligence (AI) model, it is currently only available to the paid subscribers of ChatGPT. Notably, even if Deep Research does make it to the free tier, it is likely to come with high rate limits. OpenAI Could Expand Deep Research to All Users Tibor Blaho, Lead Engineer…

Motorola has launched its first Edge 60-series smartphone, the Edge 60 Fusion. Powered by MediaTek Dimensity 7400 chipset, the smartphone offers several artificial related (AI)-based features, including Circle to Search and the AI Magic Eraser. Starting at Rs 22,999, the Edge 60 Fusion smartphone will be available from April 9. Motorola Edge 60 Fusion : Price and variants Motorola Edge 60 Fusion: Availability and offers The Motorola Edge 60 Fusion smartphone will be available in India starting April 9, on Motorola’s official website, e-commerce platform Flipkart and select retail outlets. As for the introductory offer, customers can avail a bank discount…

AI startup Runway says its latest AI video model can generate consistent scenes and people across multiple shots, according to an announcement. AI-generated videos can struggle with maintaining consistent storytelling, but Runway claims on X that the new model, Gen-4, should allow users more “continuity and control” while telling stories. Currently rolling out to paid and enterprise users, the new Gen-4 video synthesis model allows users to generate characters and objects across shots using a single reference image. Users must then describe the composition they want, and the model will then generate consistent outputs from multiple angles. As an example, the startup released…

Alibaba Group Holding reportedly plans to release an upgraded version of its flagship AI model, Qwen 3, later this month. The timing of the release could change, Bloomberg reported Tuesday (April 1), citing an unnamed source. Alibaba did not immediately reply to PYMNTS’ request for comment. The company’s latest release will come at a time when the competition in the field is heating up, according to the Bloomberg report. Chinese companies have released several low-cost artificial intelligence (AI) services since DeepSeek gained attention with the release of its model that it said was less expensive to develop than those of its American rivals, the report…

AMD says ZT acquisition will further the combination of AMD CPU, GPU and networking silicon and Rapt will bolster AI inference and training applicationsThere’s been a fair amount of activity on the AMD front that was drowned out by the hoopla from the recent Nvidia GTC news barrage. With that as a backdrop, here’s a look at some recent AMD news: AMD announced plans to acquire ZT for $4.9 billion in August of last year. ZT designs, manufactures, integrates, and deploys servers for hyperscalers such as Amazon Web Services and Microsoft, although the manufacturing business is expected to be sold off this…

Today, NVIDIA posted a blog announcing the open-source release of the KAI Scheduler, a Kubernetes-native GPU scheduling solution, now available under the Apache 2.0 license. Originally developed within the Run:ai platform, KAI Scheduler is now available to the community while also continuing to be packaged and delivered as part of the NVIDIA Run:ai platform. NVIDIA said this initiative underscores a commitment to advancing both open-source and enterprise AI infrastructure, fostering an active and collaborative community, encouraging contributions, feedback, and innovation. In its post, NVIDIA provides an overview of KAI Scheduler’s technical details, highlight its value for IT and ML teams, and explain…

OpenAI says that it intends to release its first “open” language model since GPT‑2 “in the coming months.” That’s according to a feedback form the company published on its website Monday. The form, which OpenAI is inviting “developers, researchers, and [members of] the broader community” to fill out, includes questions like, “What would you like to see in an open-weight model from OpenAI?” and “What open models have you used in the past?” “We’re excited to collaborate with developers, researchers, and the broader community to gather inputs and make this model as useful as possible,” OpenAI wrote on its website. “If you’re interested in…

CoreWeave (CRWV) stock bounced back in its second full day of trading on the Nasdaq, with shares gaining as much as 20% to climb above the AI-focused cloud provider’s IPO price. CoreWeave stock was up 17% to 43.41 in recent action on the stock market today. The stock is on track for its first positive day following a downsized initial public offering late Thursday. CoreWeave listed 37.5 million shares at $40 apiece, after initially targeting a sale of 49 million shares priced between $47 and $55. Trading began late Friday afternoon and saw CoreWeave stock close flat at 40. On Monday, shares stumbled…

House lawmakers have introduced a bill that will establish a shared national resource for artificial intelligence. The Creating Resources for Every American To Experiment with Artificial Intelligence Act of 2025, or CREATE AI Act, would establish the National AI Research Resource, or NAIRR, House.gov reported Monday. “Artificial intelligence is one of the most transformative technologies of our time, but currently the tools needed to develop it are out of reach for most Americans,” commented Rep. Jay Obernolte, R-Calif., one of the bill’s proponents. “The CREATE AI Act will democratize access to cutting-edge AI resources by establishing a shared national infrastructure for research…

The head of Meta’s artificial intelligence research division said she plans to step down, vacating a high-profile position at a time of intense competition in the development of AI technology. Joelle Pineau, Meta’s vice president for AI research, said Tuesday she is leaving at the end of May after eight years with the company. “Today, as the world undergoes significant change, as the race for AI accelerates, and as Meta prepares for its next chapter, it is time to create space for others to pursue the work,” she wrote in a social media post. Meta — the parent company of…

Amazon on Monday unveiled Nova Act, a general-purpose AI agent that can take control of a web browser and independently perform some simple actions. Alongside the new agentic AI model, Amazon is releasing the Nova Act SDK, a toolkit that allows developers to build agent prototypes with Nova Act. Nova Act, developed by Amazon’s recently opened San Francisco-based AGI lab, will also power key features of the company’s upcoming Alexa+ upgrade, a generative AI-enhanced version of Amazon’s popular voice assistant. The version of Nova Act available starting today is a little less polished, however. Amazon is calling it a research preview. Developers can…

The promise of artificial intelligence is a transformation of everyday life and business. However, there are practical considerations when it comes to delivering on the technology’s potential. AI models are expensive, and they don’t scale easily. Stax Payments Chief Technology Officer Mark Sundt told PYMNTS that the models are “a mile wide and an inch deep. They answer two or three questions. It’s like, ‘Is that all there is?’ There’s a gaping hole in how these models communicate and how you get information ‘context’ between [them].” Sundt’s comments came as part of the What’s Next in Payments series on “The Rise of Digital Labor: Exploring Agentic AI in Banking and FinTech.” The goal…

No one should be surprised that the crypto space is actively discussing the new wave of enthusiasm around AI and its limitless uses. According to proponents, AI represents the most promising approach to enhancing blockchain technologies and decentralized applications, driving greater autonomy and efficiency across the ecosystem. The use of AI agents in crypto trading and interoperability between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) has been quite fruitful. They also help improve user experience within the ecosystem and play a key role in enhancing the scalability of blockchain networks as they grow. In December 2024, VanEck reported that AI…

Infosys announced its collaboration with Linux Foundation Networking (LFN) to spur the adoption of domain-specific artificial Intelligence (AI) across global networks.Linux Foundation Networking (LFN), the facilitator of collaboration and operational excellence across open source networking projects. As part of this initiative, Infosys has contributed its Responsible AI Toolkit and AI application development framework, part of Infosys Topaz AI offerings, to two new networking projects Salus and Essedum. Powered by Infosys comprehensive Responsible AI Toolkit, Salus offers advanced technical guardrails to detect and mitigate AI risks like bias, privacy breaches, and harmful content, while enhancing model transparency. Built on Infosys’ seed…

Lightmatter, a startup valued at $4.4 billion, on Monday released two pieces of technology aimed at speeding up the connections between artificial intelligence chips. Instead of moving information between computer chips as electrical signals, Lightmatter’s technology uses optical connections and what are known as silicon photonics to move the information using light. Mountain View, California-based Lightmatter has raised $850 million in venture funding to date as such optical technologies have kicked off a wave of investments in Silicon Valley amid a search for better ways to string together chips to power chatbots, image generators and other AI applications. AI chip…