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Over the last several weeks, we’ve had Google I/O, which highlighted the rollout of Google’s Gemini AI engine for smartphones; Microsoft Build, which focused on its Copilot+ rollout for PCs; and Apple’s WWDC24 video, which showcased the rollout of AI on both PCs and smartphones. Let’s explor...

Prior to WWDC24, AI meant artificial intelligence to most consumers. In classic Apple-esque fashion, we now know the Cupertino-based company wants to redefine AI as "Apple Intelligence."

I watched IBM Think last week. As I listened to IBM CEO Arvind Krishna, it struck me that we are not thinking AI through. We are throwing AI at everything without prioritizing where we need it to focus.

When we talk about AI, we typically focus on productivity, but our real problem is poor decision support, not the lack of productivity or performance.

Having Google I/O immediately followed by Microsoft Build, with both conferences focused on AI, provided an interesting contrast between the two companies’ approaches to AI. Microsoft is all about PCs for AI integration, while Google is all about smartphones.

Microsoft blindsided Google with Copilot on search but failed to market the advantage successfully or advance it significantly enough to avoid a huge pushback from Google. That pushback happened last week at Google I/O, and it was an impressive showing.

As with any large company in a rapidly evolving industry, the question of an "identity crisis" can be multifaceted, involving public perception, market positioning, and internal strategy. This discussion explores whether MediaTek is experiencing such a crisis and, if so, what the implications might ...

We are approaching a significant catastrophe of massive unemployment coupled with an equally enormous lack of jobs to employ those who have been displaced. In addition, the rate of change not only means that most people who are now in school will find their education wasn’t adequate for the availa...

The ruling will make electric cars, which can shrug off accidents that would stop gas cars, a great deal safer. It will also reduce accidents with other vehicles and massively reduce the number of pedestrians killed on roads.

This step-by-step guide on upgrading to Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat covers preparation, execution, and post-upgrade steps for a smooth transition.

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission effectively tried to kill noncompete agreements last week. While some companies plan to challenge this, it was the right decision to make.

Tech industry analyst Mark Vena explores how Qualcomm, AMD, and Intel are pivotal in driving AI-enabled advancements in PCs, potentially triggering a supercycle in sales amidst fluctuating market conditions and technological innovations.

Qualcomm has unveiled a new AI-ready IoT platform for home and industrial use and introduced service-defined Wi-Fi, both of which aim to improve the functionality and reliability of smart homes and buildings.

Tech analyst Rob Enderle discusses Intel's response to strategic challenges and how Michael Dell's renewed leadership at Dell signals a strong comeback amid critical AI threats.