News/Partnerships
How IBM’s AI and 5G blueprint is driving industry transformation
IBM's telecommunications and technology partnerships are driving innovation across healthcare, finance, and climate science through strategic deployment of AI, 5G networks, and cross-industry collaborations. Strategic focus on telecom partnerships: IBM is strengthening its position in the telecommunications sector by fostering partnerships that leverage emerging technologies and data-sharing capabilities. The company's collaboration with NASA demonstrates how telecom infrastructure can advance climate science and geospatial intelligence through enhanced data collection and analysis Cross-industry partnerships are enabling new solutions in healthcare delivery and financial services, with telecommunications providing the foundational infrastructure IoT innovations are being integrated into telecom networks to expand capabilities and...
read Jan 3, 2025Lucid EV drivers can now activate an AI assistant with voice commands
Lucid Motors announced its AI-powered in-vehicle assistant that responds to voice commands and provides real-time information to drivers. Core Feature Introduction: The Lucid Assistant, powered by SoundHound Chat AI, enables hands-free voice control and information access for Lucid EV drivers. Drivers can activate the assistant by saying "Hey Lucid" to access information about sports, stocks, weather, and vehicle features The system includes access to the full vehicle manual for answering specific questions about vehicle functionality Many features work without cellular connectivity, ensuring consistent availability Technical Implementation: SoundHound's proprietary technology aims to deliver more accurate and reliable responses compared to traditional...
read Jan 3, 2025Anthropic limits Claude’s use of copyrighted song lyrics in new deal with Universal
Anthropic has reached a settlement with major record labels to restrict its AI chatbot Claude from reproducing or generating copyrighted song lyrics. Key settlement terms: The agreement between Anthropic and music publishers including Universal Music Group and Concord Music Group establishes clear boundaries for AI interaction with protected song lyrics. Anthropic must prevent Claude and future AI products from reciting copyrighted lyrics or creating derivative works based on them The company will maintain existing blocks against reproducing protected lyrics Record labels retain the right to request modifications if they find AI responses unsatisfactory Current implementation status: Claude's behavior already reflects...
read Jan 2, 2025China-Russia tech alliance aims to rival US AI dominance
Russia and China are expanding their technological partnership with a new focus on artificial intelligence development, following direct orders from Russian President Vladimir Putin to his government and state-owned Sberbank. Key development: Putin has formally instructed Russian government entities to pursue technological collaboration with China in artificial intelligence research and development, marking a significant shift in international AI partnerships. The directive was published on the Kremlin's website Wednesday, specifically targeting cooperation between Russia's largest state-owned bank, Sberbank, and Chinese partners This move comes as Russia faces continuing Western sanctions that limit its access to critical AI development components, particularly microchips...
read Jan 1, 2025New leak reveals Galaxy S25 purchases may include free Gemini subscription
Samsung appears to be partnering with Google to offer a free Gemini Advanced AI subscription with Galaxy S25 purchases, based on recently discovered code in the Google app. The key discovery: Android Authority's analysis of Google app code revealed multiple references to free Gemini Advanced subscriptions being offered with Samsung's upcoming Galaxy S25 smartphone lineup. The code specifically mentions various subscription durations ranging from three months to one year A full year of Gemini Advanced typically costs over $200 ($20 per month) Different subscription lengths may correspond to different Galaxy S25 models Technical details: Gemini Advanced is Google's premium AI...
read Dec 27, 2024Dell-Equinix-Nvidia partnership will allow enterprises to train AI models across cloud environments
Equinix, Dell Technologies, and Nvidia have joined forces to launch a comprehensive private AI solution that enables businesses to train AI models across hybrid cloud environments while maintaining data control. Core offering and infrastructure: The new solution combines Dell's AI Factory platform with Nvidia's advanced hardware components to create a robust enterprise-grade AI training environment. The system integrates Dell PowerEdge XE9680 servers with Nvidia GPUs, the Nvidia Spectrum-X Ethernet platform, and Nvidia BlueField-3 DPUs Dell PowerScale F710 storage provides the foundation for managing large-scale AI workloads The solution will be deployed across Equinix's network of 260+ AI-ready data centers spanning...
read Dec 23, 2024Universal and Amazon Music strike ‘Streaming 2.0’ deal with AI protection for artists
Amazon Music and Universal Music Group (UMG) have announced an expanded global partnership focused on streaming innovation, exclusive content creation, and enhanced artist protection measures. Key Partnership Details: The collaboration marks a significant shift in music streaming strategy, emphasizing value creation through diversified offerings rather than pure scale. The agreement will advance UMG's "Streaming 2.0" strategy, which focuses on multiple subscription tiers and expanded merchandise opportunities Both companies will explore new product opportunities designed to enhance fan experiences and benefit artists The partnership includes collaboration on audiobooks, audio-visual programming, and livestreamed content Technology and Protection Measures: The alliance places strong...
read Dec 22, 2024Adobe partnership brings AI creativity tools to Box’s content management platform
Adobe and Box have launched a partnership that integrates Adobe Express and its Firefly AI technology into Box's content management platform, allowing users to edit and create visual content within Box's secure environment. Partnership Overview: The collaboration marks a significant expansion of Box's content management capabilities by making Adobe Express the default image editor for all Box users. The integration enables users to edit and create visual content without leaving the Box platform Adobe's Firefly AI technology provides enterprise-safe creative tools The service is available at no additional cost to Box enterprise customers Key Features and Functionality: The integration brings...
read Dec 20, 2024Google DeepMind and Apptronik team up on AI-powered humanoid robots
The partnership between Apptronik and Google DeepMind marks a significant step forward in combining advanced robotics hardware with sophisticated artificial intelligence to develop more capable humanoid robots. Core partnership details: Apptronik, an Austin-based robotics company, is joining forces with Google DeepMind's robotics team to develop more intelligent and versatile humanoid robots. The collaboration aims to integrate DeepMind's artificial intelligence capabilities with Apptronik's hardware expertise This partnership follows Apptronik's recent collaborations with major companies including GXO and Mercedes-Benz The initiative will leverage DeepMind's advanced AI models, including Gemini, to enhance robot capabilities Technology specifications: Apptronik's flagship humanoid robot Apollo demonstrates the...
read Dec 19, 2024AMD and Sony partner on AI to enhance gaming graphics
Sony and AMD have joined forces to advance artificial intelligence technology for enhanced gaming graphics and performance. Strategic partnership details: Sony and AMD have announced "Project Amethyst," a collaborative initiative aimed at developing advanced machine learning capabilities for gaming hardware. The project's name cleverly combines AMD's red and PlayStation's blue branding colors to create purple (amethyst) The partnership builds upon existing collaboration, as PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro consoles already utilize AMD GPUs The PS5 Pro currently features enhanced GPU capabilities, improved memory, and AI-powered upscaling technology Key objectives and technical focus: Mark Cerny, PS5 and PS5 Pro's lead architect,...
read Dec 19, 2024Apple reportedly in partnership talks with Tencent, ByteDance to roll out AI features in China
The integration of AI features into smartphones has become a critical battleground in China's tech market, with Apple seeking local partnerships to maintain its competitive edge. Market context and strategic moves: Apple is initiating discussions with Chinese tech giants Tencent and ByteDance to integrate their AI models into iPhones sold in China. These early-stage talks reflect Apple's need to adapt to Chinese regulatory requirements, which mandate government approval for generative AI services The initiative comes as part of Apple's broader AI strategy, following its recent integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT into devices outside China The partnership could help Apple maintain its...
read Dec 18, 2024Apple and NVIDIA partner on open initiative to boost LLM performance
Apple and NVIDIA have joined forces in a new partnership to enhance the performance of large language models (LLMs). Key development: Apple's recently open-sourced Recurrent Drafter (ReDrafter) technology is being integrated into NVIDIA's TensorRT-LLM platform to accelerate text generation capabilities. ReDrafter represents a novel approach to text generation that significantly improves processing speed for large language models The integration combines Apple's innovative methodology with NVIDIA's powerful GPU infrastructure This collaboration marks a notable instance of cross-company cooperation in advancing AI technology Technical achievements: The partnership has yielded substantial performance improvements in LLM operations through strategic hardware and software optimization. Benchmarking...
read Dec 18, 2024ChatGPT is now on WhatsApp — here’s how to access it
The integration of ChatGPT into WhatsApp marks a significant expansion of OpenAI's reach into global messaging platforms, making AI assistance accessible to billions of potential users worldwide. Key announcement details: OpenAI has launched ChatGPT on WhatsApp as part of its "12 Days of OpenAI" initiative, offering free AI chatbot access through the messaging platform. Users worldwide can add ChatGPT by saving 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) as a WhatsApp contact The service utilizes the GPT-4-mini model, similar to the free version of ChatGPT U.S. users have the additional option to engage in voice conversations with the AI using Advanced Voice technology Accessibility and...
read Dec 18, 2024How YouTube is giving creators more control over their likenesses
The increasing pervasiveness of AI technology in the creator economy has created new challenges for content creators and celebrities dealing with unauthorized AI-generated replicas of their likenesses across social media platforms. Latest developments: YouTube is forming a strategic partnership with Creative Artists Agency (CAA) to develop and test tools for identifying AI-generated content that uses celebrities' and creators' likenesses without permission. The initial testing phase will begin in early 2024, focusing on celebrities and athletes before expanding to top YouTube creators and other creative professionals The technology will help identify AI-generated content that mimics faces, voices, and other personal characteristics...
read Dec 18, 2024Google and Rutgers partner on AI tools for business students
Rutgers Business School has partnered with Google to enhance its curriculum and provide students with cutting-edge AI tools. Strategic partnership details: Rutgers Business School has formed an alliance with Google Public Sector to incorporate generative AI tools into its educational programs. Students and faculty will gain access to Google Cloud AI's extensive suite of over 150 AI and machine learning models The platform includes prominent AI models such as Meta's Llama, Anthropic's Claude, and Google's Gemini Google has committed to not using information entered into the cloud for model training purposes Current implementation: Rutgers has already begun integrating AI into...
read Dec 17, 2024YouTube partners with CAA to combat AI deepfakes of celebrities
The rise of AI-generated deepfakes has prompted major platforms and talent agencies to develop tools for protecting celebrities' digital likenesses and intellectual property rights. Key Partnership Announcement: YouTube and Creative Artists Agency (CAA) have formed a groundbreaking collaboration to help talent identify and remove unauthorized AI-generated content featuring their likenesses from the video platform. The initiative will launch in early 2025, initially focusing on celebrity talent, including award-winning actors and professional athletes from the NBA and NFL YouTube is developing specialized likeness-management technology that can detect AI-generated content featuring faces "at scale" The system will allow talent to submit takedown...
read Dec 17, 2024Asteria, Moonvalley build ‘ethically trained’ AI video model for movie studios
The race to develop ethically-sourced AI tools for video content creation is heating up as Hollywood grapples with concerns over copyright and fair compensation for creators. Key Development: Asteria, a newly formed AI studio under nonfiction producer XTR, is collaborating with AI research startup Moonvalley to develop "Marey," an AI video model designed specifically for Hollywood's needs. The model is scheduled to launch in early 2025, targeting January or February for its initial release Unlike existing AI models that rely on scraped web data, Marey will be trained exclusively on properly licensed content with explicit permission from rights holders Content...
read Dec 17, 2024Nvidia and DataStax just made data storage costs much cheaper
The intersection of enterprise data management and artificial intelligence has reached a new milestone with Nvidia and DataStax's joint technological breakthrough in generative AI storage and retrieval systems. Key innovation: Nvidia NeMo Retriever microservices, integrated with DataStax's AI platform, delivers a revolutionary approach to enterprise data management and AI implementation. The new technology reduces data storage requirements by 35 times compared to traditional methods Enterprise data is expected to exceed 20 zettabytes by 2027, making storage efficiency crucial Current enterprise unstructured data stands at 11 zettabytes, equivalent to 800,000 copies of the Library of Congress Approximately 83% of enterprise data...
read Dec 17, 2024Verizon and NVIDIA partner on 5G, mobile edge computing initiative
Verizon is expanding its enterprise offerings by combining private 5G networks, edge computing, and NVIDIA's AI capabilities to deliver advanced artificial intelligence services for businesses. The core innovation: Verizon has partnered with NVIDIA to develop an integrated solution that merges private 5G networks, Mobile Edge Computing (MEC), and NVIDIA AI Enterprise software platform. The new platform is designed to support demanding computing needs, including generative AI models, computer vision, and augmented reality applications The infrastructure is built to be plug-and-play and can support multiple users or use cases simultaneously Services can be deployed either on-premise or through portable private network...
read Dec 16, 2024LG and Nextivity team up to enhance private 5G for AI and IoT
The rollout of private 5G networks is accelerating as technology companies seek to advance industrial IoT and AI applications through enhanced connectivity solutions. Strategic partnership announcement: LG Electronics and Nextivity have joined forces to deliver an integrated private 5G offering aimed at streamlining and enhancing network capabilities for enterprise customers. The collaboration combines LG's customized 5G private networks with Nextivity's cellular coverage boosting technology Initial testing will take place at Nextivity's Customer Experience Center in San Diego, where LG's Private 5G UltraSlim system will be integrated with Nextivity's CEL-FI signal-booster solution The partnership targets key sectors including education, retail, healthcare,...
read Dec 16, 2024San Jose, NVIDIA partner on AI literacy initiative for government employees
The City of San Jose is embarking on a strategic partnership with NVIDIA and San Jose State University (SJSU) to establish itself as a leading hub for artificial intelligence development and education. Partnership framework; The collaboration involves separate memorandums of understanding between NVIDIA and both the city of San Jose and SJSU, focusing on AI literacy, innovation, and research capabilities. The initiative aims to enhance AI competency among city employees through NVIDIA's Deep Learning Institute, which provides comprehensive training in AI, data science, graphics, and simulation SJSU will develop and modify educational programs to align with industry needs, particularly in...
read Dec 15, 2024Nokia and Motorola develop AI-powered drone-in-a-box system
Automated drone systems from major technology providers are transforming emergency response and industrial operations through AI-powered aerial intelligence. Partnership overview: Nokia and Motorola Solutions have combined their expertise to create an automated drone-in-a-box solution that enables remote deployment and operation of drones for emergency services and industrial applications. The system integrates Nokia's Drone Networks infrastructure with Motorola Solutions' CAPE drone management software Operations centers can remotely dispatch drones to assess emergency situations and potential hazards without putting personnel at immediate risk The solution operates over 4G/LTE or 5G networks, enabling beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) capabilities for extended range...
read Dec 14, 2024Google, TPG and Intersect Power partner on clean energy data centers
Surging AI industry demand for additional data center capacity is prompting major tech companies to seek innovative solutions for sustainable power generation. Strategic partnership unveiled: Google, Intersect Power, and TPG Rise Climate have formed a groundbreaking alliance to develop data centers powered by co-located clean energy facilities across the United States. The collaboration aims to synchronize data center development with renewable power generation, creating industrial parks with gigawatts of capacity The first phase of the initial co-located clean energy project is scheduled to begin operations in 2026, with full completion expected in 2027 A funding round of over $800 million,...
read Dec 11, 2024Google warns FTC that Microsoft-OpenAI deal harms competition
Tech giants continue to clash over exclusive partnerships and market access in an AI arms race that seems to be only just beginning. Core allegations: Google has reportedly approached the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to challenge Microsoft's exclusive cloud hosting arrangement with OpenAI. The complaint emerges amid a broader FTC investigation into Microsoft's cloud computing practices Google argues that forcing OpenAI's customers to use Microsoft's servers creates unfair cost burdens for competitors The exclusive arrangement has generated approximately $1 billion in revenue for Microsoft in 2024 from reselling OpenAI's large language models (LLMs) Financial implications: Microsoft's partnership with OpenAI has...
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