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PhonePe Challenges Google and Apple with New 'Indus Appstore

OpenAI Announces DALL-E 3: A New Text-to-Image Model Integrated with ChatGPT, Set for October Release for Premium Users.

OpenAI Introduces DALL-E 3: The Next-Gen Text-to-Image Model Integrated with ChatGPT. This advanced model promises detailed image generation aligned with user prompts, offering improvements over its predecessor, DALL-E 2. Set to launch for ChatGPT Plus and Enterprise users in October, it brings enhanced safeguards against misinformation and inappropriate content generation.

PhonePe Challenges Google and Apple with New 'Indus Appstore

Walmart-owned fintech giant, PhonePe, is set to counter the prevailing app distribution duopoly by launching its own app store, inviting developers to list apps for free in the first year. The Indus Appstore promises zero fees on in-app purchases, in contrast to Google and Apple's 15-30% charges. The store will support 12 Indian languages and offer a dedicated support system, aiming for enhanced localization and a developer-friendly environment. This move comes amidst growing regulatory scrutiny of Google and Apple's app marketplace practices in India.

Google and US Department Of Defense Collaborate on AI-Powered Microscope for Cancer Detection

Google has teamed up with the US Department of Defense to develop an AI-driven AR microscope aimed at aiding doctors in cancer detection. Priced between $90,000 to $100,000, the tool is especially geared towards assisting pathologists in smaller labs facing staff shortages. The microscope outlines cancerous areas with a green line and provides insights into the aggressiveness of the detected cancer. Google has introduced four algorithms for the device that can identify various types of cancers. The AI models are solely trained on DoD data, ensuring data privacy.

ENGAGE XR Unveils GenAI Features and Spatial Computing

Engaging in the Race for Metaverse Dominance: ENGAGE XR has incorporated generative AI tools and spatial computing to its Metaverse platform, aiming to redefine enterprise collaboration. Introducing the AI assistant Athena AI, powered by OpenAI, ENGAGE XR aims to cater to employee onboarding, education, and more. The platform's latest update bolsters AR capabilities, gearing up for the upcoming release of Meta Quest 3. With a focus on enhancing immersive experiences, ENGAGE XR has also hosted virtual events, including a Fatboy Slim concert, emphasizing the potential of VR for diverse use cases.

Google upgrades Bard, adds new features including plug-in, fact-checks, and more

Google introduces significant upgrades to its AI chatbot, Bard, allowing it to seamlessly integrate with Google apps including Gmail, Docs, and Drive. The updated Bard offers tailored responses, collaborative conversation sharing, an enhanced 'Google it' fact-checking button, and support for over 40 languages. The chatbot can now also pull data from Maps, YouTube, and other services for richer interactions, while ensuring user data privacy.

YouTube Introduces 'YouTube Create' Mobile Editing App and AI-Driven Features

YouTube unveils 'YouTube Create', a comprehensive mobile video editing tool with functionalities such as trimming, clipping, voiceover recording, and AI-enhanced features including automatic captions. Alongside, the 'Dream Screen' feature is set to provide AI-generated video and image backgrounds for Shorts. The platform also introduces 'AI Insights' for content ideas and automatic dubbing with Aloud. The app's beta version is now available in eight countries with iOS support slated for 2024.

Facebook Will Now Allow Users to Create Multiple Profiles to Explore Different Interests

After over a year of testing, Meta introduces the ability for users to create up to five separate Facebook profiles to cater to different interests and audiences. Aimed at providing clearer separation and enhancing engagement, each profile comes with its unique username and feed. While the feature mirrors the success of interest-based accounts on Instagram, concerns arise over user adaptation, potential trolling, and complications in managing multiple profiles. Initial roll-out has begun globally, with features like Dating, Marketplace, and payments unavailable for additional profiles.