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Jay Goldberg

Staff writer at TechEchelon covering technology, markets, and policy. Jay reports on the deals, regulations, and breaking news that move the publication's core desks.

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  1. 325
    Artificial Intelligence

    OpenAI Launches GPT-4o with Enhanced Features and Desktop Version, Expanding Accessibility and Developer Options

    OpenAI introduced a new AI model and a desktop version of ChatGPT with a revamped interface on Monday.

    905 DAYS AGO

  2. 326
    Business & Finance

    SMIC Faces Intense Competition and Revenue Challenges Amid U.S. Restrictions

    During its earnings call, SMIC stated, "There is increasing competition in the industry, and pricing for commodity products generally aligns with market trends."

    908 DAYS AGO

  3. 327
    Business & Finance

    Stocks Climb as Jobless Claims Spark Rate Cut Hopes; Mixed Earnings Reports Temper Gains

    The Dow advanced 331.37 points or 0.85%, closing at 39,387.76, its longest rally since December's nine-day stretch. The S&P 500 rose by 0.51% to end at 5,214.08, while the Nasdaq Composite increased by 0.27% to finish at 16,346.26.

    909 DAYS AGO

  4. 328
    Politics

    FCC Fines Major US Mobile Carriers $200 Million for Illegally Sharing Customer Location Data

    T-Mobile received the heaviest fine of $80 million, in addition to a $12 million penalty for its subsidiary, Sprint, which it acquired in 2020. AT&T was fined more than $57 million, while Verizon received a fine of almost $7 million.

    918 DAYS AGO

  5. 329
    Business & Finance

    Neuralink's First Human Patient Controls Computer with Mind in Live Demo

    29-year-old Noland Arbaugh, the first person to receive Neuralink’s device, revealed during the broadcast on Musk's platform X that he had been paralyzed following a diving mishap about eight years prior.

    959 DAYS AGO

  6. 330
    Business & Finance

    Eckuity Capital Announces $150 Million Fund Closure and Welcomes Dr. Victoria Manax Rutson as New Partner

    Dr. Manax, a renowned clinical oncologist with more than 20 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and biotech industries, brings a wealth of expertise in global drug and device development, nanomedicines, and the commercial launch of groundbreaking medical solutions.

    967 DAYS AGO

  7. 331
    Artificial Intelligence

    Meta Unveils Comprehensive AI Strategy to Revolutionize Video Recommendations Across Platforms

    Tom Alison, Facebook's chief, highlighted during the Morgan Stanley tech event in San Francisco that this initiative is a key component of Meta's technological strategy extending through 2026.

    973 DAYS AGO

  8. 332
    Business & Finance

    Powerback Rehabilitation Partners with Tapcheck to Offer Revolutionary On-Demand Wage Access to Employees

    Powerback Rehabilitation has announced a partnership with Tapcheck, an award-winning earned-wage access platform. This strategic alliance aims to empower Powerback's workforce, granting its 12,000 employees instant access to their earned wages – a move that both companies believe will significantly enhance financial well-being and job satisfaction.

    973 DAYS AGO

  9. 333
    Artificial Intelligence

    Google to Revive Suspended AI Image Tool Amid Ethical Overhaul and Public Controversy

    Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind, revealed at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona that the tool, part of Google's Gemini suite of AI models, is undergoing fixes to address these issues, with hopes of it being back online within a few weeks.

    982 DAYS AGO

  10. 334
    Business & Finance

    U.S. Surpasses Growth Expectations in 2023, Easing Inflation Concerns

    There was also notable progress in controlling inflation. Core personal consumption expenditures (PCE) prices, a key inflation metric favored by the Federal Reserve, increased by 2%, with the overall rate at 1.7% for the quarter. Yearly, the PCE price index grew 2.7%, a reduction from the previous year’s 5.

    1014 DAYS AGO

  11. 335
    Cybersecurity

    Schools Face Increasing Cyber Risks and Need for Protection

    In 2022, nearly 2,000 schools across 45 U.S. districts were targeted by cyber attacks, almost doubling the number from the previous year, as reported by Emsisoft.

    1041 DAYS AGO

  12. 336
    Artificial Intelligence

    New York Times Sues Microsoft and OpenAI Over Copyright Infringement in AI Development

    Microsoft, a key investor in OpenAI, provides the AI firm with Azure cloud computing resources. The New York Times asserts that its proprietary content has been used unlawfully, leading to significant financial damages.

    1043 DAYS AGO

  13. 337
    Business & Finance

    Federal Reserve Maintains Key Interest Rate, Signals Potential Cuts Amid Easing Inflation

    Furthermore, the committee hinted at potential interest rate reductions in the coming years. For 2024, they anticipate at least three cuts, which is more aggressive than their previous stance but still less than market expectations of four cuts.

    1057 DAYS AGO

  14. 338
    Cybersecurity

    Partnership between MAD20 Technologies and CYBER RANGES Set to Revolutionize Cybersecurity Training

    In a groundbreaking development for cybersecurity education, MAD20 Technologies, a recent spin-out from MITRE Engenuity, and CYBER...

    1057 DAYS AGO

  15. 339
    Business & Finance

    Optimism Rises but Economic Caution Remains Amid Inflation and Interest Rate Challenges

    Daniel Zhao of Glassdoor observed that the job market is aiding in achieving a gentle economic slowdown, noting the report's uneventful nature as a positive shift after years of more tumultuous updates.

    1061 DAYS AGO

  16. 340
    Artificial Intelligence

    Amazon Web Services Unveils New Trainium2 AI Chip and Graviton4 Processor

    This strategy mirrors Microsoft's recent move in the cloud sector, where it introduced its first AI chip, Maia 100, and also plans to incorporate Nvidia H200 GPUs in its Azure cloud service.

    1072 DAYS AGO

  17. 341
    Artificial Intelligence

    New AI Tool "Nightshade" Fights Back Against Data Misuse in Training

    Nightshade subtly modifies pixels in digital artwork. If an AI platform uses this altered artwork for training, the distortions serve as a "poison", manipulating the model's functionality. As a result, the AI may interpret an image of a car as something entirely different, like a cow.

    1106 DAYS AGO

  18. 342
    Business & Finance

    U.S. Economy Outlook Brightens as Recession Fears Diminish

    A recent Wall Street Journal survey of business and academic economists revealed a drop in the perceived risk of a recession in the next 12 months: down from 54% in July to 48%. This marks the first time since last year that the probability has been below the halfway mark, with the median risk standing at 50%.

    1115 DAYS AGO

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