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Microsoft announces web-enabled mobile gaming store set for launch in July

During the Bloomberg Technology Summit, Xbox President at Microsoft, Sarah Bond, unveiled that the tech giant is gearing up to unveil its unique mobile store this July. This highly anticipated foray is devised to provide an alternate mobile marketplace, rivalling the market leaders - the App Store and Google Play Store.

OpenAI reportedly primed to introduce AI-powered Search Engine; Google to face stiff competition

Credible sources affirm that AI firm OpenAI is all set to announce its new-age search engine, asserting a budding rivalry with Google. This revelation sets Monday as the potential unveil date, a strategic move a day ahead of Google's annual I/O conference.

Confluent's Managed Apache Flink Service Now Provides AI Capabilities

Confluent's cloud platform for Apache Flink has become generally available and is extended with Artificial Intelligence (AI) features, catering to real-time data processing needs across AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

Apple's Integrative AI Technology: Tim Cook Hints at the Future

Apple CEO, Tim Cook, reveals the potential of the tech giant's generative AI, boasting its superior advantages over competitors. He hints at integral hardware and software, innovative AI-specific silicon, and a strong focus on privacy. Here is why Apple might just be future-ready!

Fewer Attendees, Tough Discussions, at Second International AI Safety Conference

The follow-up to last year’s historic Global AI Safety Summit is set to be a less high-profile affair, as questions over the practical limitations and environmental impact of AI may deter some leading figures. Amidst decline in attendance, experts warn against depending too heavily on technological breakthroughs as the key to AI’s future.

Microsoft’s Git Fork Equipped to Handle Vast Monorepos

Microsoft has integrated its Git Virtual File System (GVFS) and Scalar optimizations into a customized variant of Git, engineered to support colossal repositories and massive distributed teams.

Leveraging Terraform for Robust Application Security

Explore how the deployment tool Terraform can contribute to enhanced app security by implementing strong security practices and guidelines.

Taiwan's First Overseas IC Training Base to be Established in Prague

Taiwan is expanding its global footprint in IC design education with the establishment of its inaugural overseas training base in Prague, Czech Republic. The initiative, part of the ambitious Taiwan Chip-based Industrial Innovation Program, aims to foster a pool of international talent in semiconductor technology.

Unveiling the Power of Cyber-Physical Systems

In the intersection of the digital and physical worlds lies a realm of innovation known as Cyber-Physical Systems (CPS). These interconnected systems are revolutionizing industries, from manufacturing to healthcare, by seamlessly integrating computing, networking, and physical processes. Let's explore the transformative potential of CPS and how they're reshaping the future of technology.