Google confirmed that it is planning its own urban district, and said it might be running a contest for it in future.
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DeepMind’s AI can lip read better than humans
Google's DeepMind has partnered with Oxford University researchers to create a new AI that can read lips, calling it Watch, Listen and Spell (WLAS).
Intel’s new AI strategy involves new deep-learning technology
Intel announced its new strategy related to artificial intelligence (AI), which involves the introduction of new products, as well as investments for the development of specific AI-related technology.
Start-up secures $30 million funding to rival Intel and Nvidia on AI development
A UK start-up has raised $30 million in funding from VCs to develop AI applications and processors.
Germany bans Tesla from advertising Autopilot feature
Germany has asked Tesla to stop advertising its 'Autopilot' feature, following a number of crashes involving the system.
Why are women such a problem?
Let's talk about toilets. As a female journalist working in the IT sector l love attending conferences. Sure, there's the networking and great information, but it's also the only public place I generally don't have to queue to use the loo.
Infosys and MongoDB want to modernise your legacy systems
Consulting and outsourcing services provider Infosys has partnered with database software company MongoDB to help enterprises scale their legacy systems.