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China To Invest Billions in a Government-Backed AI Model Based on Xi Jinping's Thoughts
China will invest billions in the Cyberspace Administration's language model, based on Xi Jinping's ideology. They boast that it is more "secured and reliable" as ChatGPT remains inaccessible in China.
Dubai Airports Recover From Deadly Flood as Passengers Hit 91 Million in 2024
Dubai Airports expects a record surge in passenger traffic this year, projecting over 100 million travelers by 2027, with 91 million anticipated by the end of 2024, despite recent disruptions from severe flooding.
Disney's Pixar Slashes 175 Jobs as Focus Shifts Back to Films
Pixar Animation Studios initiated layoffs affecting 14% of its workforce, approximately 175 employees, as part of a strategic shift away from original streaming series development following a period of expansion for Disney+.
'Kill Switch' for AI to be Implemented by Tech Giants in Landmark Safety Agreement
Microsoft, Amazon, OpenAI, and other tech giants have committed to a landmark international AI safety agreement at the Seoul AI Safety Summit, including a "kill switch" to halt AI development if risks cannot be mitigated.