Author: Art Ryan

One of China’s largest server makers, H3C, has flagged potential shortages of Nvidia’s H20 chip, the most advanced AI processor legally available domestically under U.S. export controls, in a client notice seen by Reuters. The potential supply crunch could create obstacles for China’s artificial intelligence ambitions at a time when its tech firms are aggressively expanding their investments in AI. “H20’s international supply chain faces significant uncertainties,” the company said in Tuesday’s notice, adding that current inventory was nearly depleted. Geopolitical tension that is roiling global trade and supply of key materials was responsible for the uncertainty, it added, saying new shipments…

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have unveiled a major breakthrough in artificial intelligence — a new kind of artificial neuron, called an infomorphic neuron, that could dramatically change how AI systems learn and interact with the world. Inspired by the way human neurons function, these new artificial neurons mimic not just the electrical activity of biological neurons, but also their structure and behavior. The result is a more realistic, brain-like learning process that doesn’t rely on traditional algorithms like backpropagation, which are commonly used in today’s AI. Why This Matters Most current AI systems are powerful but biologically…

Nokia Highlights Optical Innovations at OFC 2024, Aiming to Lead in High-Speed Network Tech Nokia Corporation (NOK) is making waves at the Optical Fiber Communication (OFC) Conference 2024 in San Diego, where it’s spotlighting its newest advancements in optical networking. The event, running from March 24 to 28, is a major gathering for telecom and data networking professionals, and Nokia is using the stage to demonstrate its commitment to pushing the boundaries of network speed and efficiency. One of Nokia’s main attractions is its demonstration of advanced 800G optical solutions. These systems are designed to move massive amounts of data…

Artificial intelligence is often hailed as a liberator — a tool to spare us from mundane tasks, increase efficiency, and grant us more time for ourselves. But there’s a deeper cost we may be overlooking: what if, in its quest to save us time, AI also strips away the very experiences that make us human? Everywhere we look, AI is automating. It writes emails, generates art, composes music, solves equations, and even mimics our voices. Tasks that once required patience, effort, and learning are now just a prompt away. On the surface, this seems like progress. After all, why write…

Meta officially launched Meta AI and AI Studio in Indonesia this week, offering artificial intelligence solutions integrated into the company’s popular social platforms. “We first announced the availability of Meta AI in 2023. Now, more and more people can interact with Meta AI across our apps in more diverse ways. With more than 700 million active users worldwide, Meta AI is designed to make everyday activities easier for everyone,” said Revie Sylviana, Director of Global Partnerships, Southeast Asia, Meta. Launch of Meta AI in Indonesia Meta AI, built using Meta Llama 3.2 technology, is now available in Indonesia with Indonesian…

​OpenAI’s recent introduction of a feature that enables users to generate images in the style of Studio Ghibli has ignited both enthusiasm and controversy within the creative and legal communities.​The Verge+5Business Insider+5Business Insider+5 Introduction of the Ghibli-Style Image Feature OpenAI’s ChatGPT has unveiled a new image generation tool that allows users to transform images into the distinctive style of Studio Ghibli, the renowned Japanese animation studio celebrated for classics like “Spirited Away” and “My Neighbor Totoro.” This feature has rapidly gained popularity, with users sharing “Ghiblified” images across various platforms. Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, highlighted the overwhelming demand by…

SelecTech, Inc., a leader in the manufacture of innovative flooring products including electrostatic discharge flooring, recently announced the installation of 2,000 square feet of its StaticStop, SelecTile ESD Flooring Tiles—in a custom gray—at Astera Labs’ electronics lab at its Santa Clara, CA location. SelecTech’s distributor, Restronics, brokered the deal. SelecTile ESD Interlocking tiles are the only ESD products available that have NO DISCLAIMERS for high-moisture, irregular, and problem subfloors. Made with a minimum of 20% recycled materials, our system is the only ESD conductive flooring of its kind that can contribute to LEED™ Credits. Static Stop The explosion of data and rapid growth in specialized…

A new report reveals that while ambient AI scribes can help reduce cognitive load and burnout among clinicians and improve the patient experience, their financial impact remains unclear. The report from the Peterson Health Technology Institute (PHTI) is based on insights gleaned from the organization’s AI Taskforce, which includes leaders from health systems, AI companies and industry experts. Launched in September 2024, the task force met in late 2024 and early 2025 as a group and in one-on-one member meetings with PHTI to discuss AI-enabled administrative technologies. All the health systems in the AI Taskforce have piloted or scaled ambient AI scribe technology. These…

University of Texas at Dallas experts recently collaborated with a Texas-based health care technology company to enhance its medical coding automation platform by incorporating the most recent advances in artificial intelligence (AI) that emulate human reasoning. CorroHealth Inc., a leader in autonomous medical coding, leverages large language models (LLMs) and natural language processing (NLP) in its PULSE Coding Automation Technology. The platform drives accuracy, efficiency and speed at scale to code for outpatient provider and risk-based payer reimbursements. Using AI to extract the necessary information from the most complex medical records to determine medical codes can be challenging because the…

Morphology is the study of the form and structure of organisms, including their physical characteristics such as shape, size and arrangement of parts. Morphology is key to taxonomy, the science of classifying organisms, as scientists use morphology to identify and study species, as well as to explore evolutionary processes. Identifying species is challenging – even with large animals and plants, says Utah State University ecologist Norah Saarman. “Trying to visually identify different species in small organisms such as mosquitoes is extremely difficult, as the species are very similar and their body parts are so tiny,” Saarman said. “Even with magnification…

Elon Musk said Friday that his AI startup, xAI, had acquired his social media platform, X. Musk said that the deal was an all-stock transaction that valued X at $33 billion. “xAI and X’s futures are intertwined. Today, we officially take the step to combine the data, models, compute, distribution and talent,” Musk wrote. X recently raised $1 billion from investors, valuing it at $44 billion, according to Bloomberg. Musk took X (then Twitter) private in 2022 at nearly the same valuation. Musk launched xAI in 2023 and rolled out Grok, an AI-powered chatbot similar to those from OpenAI, Google, Microsoft…

AI-generated art is taking over the internet, with social media feeds flooded with stunning, dreamlike images inspired by Studio Ghibli’s signature animation style. From fantasy landscapes to characters with expressive eyes, these AI-crafted visuals beautifully capture the essence of legendary Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki’s films. This surge in Ghibli-style AI art has been driven by advancements in image generation technology, particularly OpenAI’s latest update to ChatGPT. With this new feature, users can effortlessly create illustrations inspired by Studio Ghibli’s iconic aesthetic – all with just a text prompt. How To Create AI-Generated Images Using ChatGPT For Free How Are People Creating…

After many artificial intelligence (AI) companies recently led the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC -2.70%) into correction territory, it’s time to start thinking about what will happen next. Many are worried that an economic slowdown triggered by unknowns around tariffs could slow AI investments and hurt many of these companies. However, there haven’t been any signs of this occurring yet, and this correction looks like a great time to scoop up some of the best AI stocks out there. I’ve got three companies that I think can emerge stronger than ever, and investors need to pay attention to them, as they likely won’t stay beaten down for long.…

Fluidstack, an AI cloud platform, announced it is deploying and managing exascale clusters across Iceland and Europe in collaboration with Borealis Data Center, Dell Technologies and NVIDIA. “Our mission has always been to support the most exceptional AI labs, researchers and enterprises on the planet,” said Cesar Maklary, co-founder and president of Fluidstack. “In collaboration with Borealis, Dell and NVIDIA, we can rapidly deploy high-density GPU supercomputers for both European and global customers, all while using 100% renewable energy.” Borealis Data Center, a green data center infrastructure company, will provide Fluidstack with facilities powered by 100% renewable energy. Located in…

Tesorio has added an AI agent for supplier portals to its platform for accounts receivable (AR) automation, collections and cash flow management. The company’s new Supplier Portals Agent autonomously manages portal-based invoicing, from invoice submission to payment tracking, Tesorio said in a Thursday (March 27) blog post. The artificial intelligence (AI) agent eliminates the need for finance teams to submit and track invoices across portals, a task that Tesorio said has become “one of the most manual, fragmented and error-prone parts of the AR process,” according to the post. “It ensures invoices are submitted accurately, processes faster and fully visible across every stage —…

For entrepreneurs, small business owners, and creators, having a professional, visually compelling website is no longer a luxury, it’s a necessity. In today’s fast-moving digital economy, a website serves as the front door to a business, shaping first impressions and influencing customer trust. However, the process of designing a website from scratch can be time-consuming, expensive, and technically complex especially for those without coding or design skills. Many business owners either spend countless hours trying to customize templates or hire expensive developers to bring their vision to life. Enter Squarespace’s Design Intelligence, a groundbreaking AI-powered website builder that is removing barriers to…

Manus AI, a new Chinese artificial intelligence (AI) agent, has shared its beta testing updates and has stated that the Manus AI app will be launched for its users on their mobile devices. The firm has also shared other updates with its community. Manus has shared five updates for its AI. The firm said that it will have better multimodal capabilities than before. It will have a longer context. All tasks will utilize Claude 3.7 to power the AI model. These changes will result in a more stable sandbox. It will also have a premium subscription plan beta test while…

Over the past few years, companies around the world have seen a paradigm shift in how individuals consume content and attain new skills—changes that will only continue to accelerate and evolve in the AI era. A global IDC survey1 found that a lack of skilled workers is the biggest challenge for enterprises implementing AI technology within their organizations. This shift highlights the need for continuous adaptation to emerging technologies and collaborative efforts to bridge the AI skills gap. The 2024 Work Trend Index Annual Report from Microsoft and LinkedIn also found that 66% of leaders say they wouldn’t hire someone without AI skills. As we celebrate National…

Swedish retail giant H&M is creating 30 digital twins of human models this year as it explores new ways to showcase its clothes, shoes and accessories. The news, first reported by Business of Fashion, would potentially be used in marketing campaigns and social media posts. H&M confirmed the digital twins experiment to PYMNTS, but said their use is not yet set. “We are curious to explore how to showcase our fashion in new creative ways — and embrace the benefits of new technology — while staying true to our commitment to personal style,” an H&M spokesman told PYMNTS.com. “This initiative is about exactly this: exploring the benefits…

It’s been five years since COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic. As SARS-CoV-2 shifts to endemic status, questions about its future evolution remain. New variants of the virus will likely emerge, driven by positive selection for traits such as increased transmissibility, longer infection duration and the ability to evade immune defenses. These changes could allow the virus to spread among previously immunized populations, potentially triggering new waves of infection. Predicting new mutations in viruses is crucial for advancing life science research, particularly when trying to understand how viruses evolve, spread and affect public health. Traditionally, researchers rely on wet-lab experiments…