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Rumor: Apple developing AI-powered chatbot, does not have plans for public release in the near future

Apple has apparently begun creating its own AI-powered chatbot, but reportedly does not have solid plans to release the technology to the public in the near future. According to Bloomberg, the chatbot uses its own large language model (LLM) framework called “Ajax,” running on Google Cloud and built with Google JAX, a framework created to […]

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Rumor: Microsoft may have invested an additional $10 billion into OpenAI to incorporate ChatGPT into its productivity applications

Following rumors of using OpenAI’s writing technology in its productivity applications, Microsoft is apparently now preparing to invest $10 billion into the AI company, which produces the popular text tool, ChatGPT. The investment is part of a larger funding round that involves other investors, sources close to the story told Semaphor on Tuesday. It’s currently […]

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Apple pauses/slows down hiring for several of its divisions outside of research and development

If you’re hoping to apply for a job with Apple, you might have to wait a bit. Per Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is currently freezing its hiring process for many jobs. The move seems to be a cost-cutting measure, and does not cover jobs related to research and development, especially those working on future devices […]

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Apple adds iPhone 6 Plus, fourth-generation iPad to vintage products list

No matter what, your devices are going to eventually become vintage/obsolete. Apple has now classified the iPhone 6 Plus and fourth-generation iPad as vintage, meaning servicing and repair options are extremely limited. Apple first defines a device as “vintage” when it has not been on sale for five years. Up to then, Apple will provide […]

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Tim Cook dismisses notion of being able to purchase Apple products with cryptocurrency

Albeit cryptocurrency is receiving a huge push both in availability and credibility these days, it looks like you won’t be able to purchase Apple products with it any time soon. Over at the Dealbook conference, Apple CEO Tim Cook dismissed the idea that Apple will accept cryptocurrency for products. He also said the company would […]