Cyberon Corporation, a subsidiary of Intelligo Technology Inc., has partnered with Ceva to develop DSpotter, a keyword spotting technology optimized for Ceva-NeuPro-Nano. This offline neural network model delivers high accuracy in noisy environments while maintaining ultra-low power consumption. The technology is designed for mobile and portable devices, enabling seamless, always-on user experiences. Cyberon's VP Alex Liou stated that the DSpotter solution brings best-in-class keyword spotting to edge AI devices. Ceva has also partnered with Edge Impulse to deploy NVIDIA's pre-trained TAO models on Ceva-NeuPro-Nano using the NVIDIA TAO Toolkit and Edge Impulse Studio. This integration enables developers to retrain with different data sets leveraging the TAO framework, ensuring accurate cycle count emulation for the full end-to-end AI application on Ceva-NeuPro-Nano. Ceva's CEO stated that this collaboration will unlock numerous novel use cases for AIoT products that require visual data generation and analysis across industries. The Ceva-NeuPro-Nano NPUs are available for licensing today, with Cyberon's neural networks optimized for the NPU also available for licensing.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/ceva-expands-embedded-ai-npu-ecosystem-with-new-partnerships-that-accelerate-time-to-market-for-smart-edge-devices-302343917.htmlDappier, a startup focused on helping publishers monetize their content with AI companies, has launched an interactive banner ad unit that embeds its search chatbot, Ask AI, directly into online ads. This allows readers to ask questions about the content they are reading while generating new revenue streams for publishers. The ad unit is being distributed through Consumable and will be used by major players such as Google, Multimerica Media, and Q1 Media. Dappier's CEO, Dan Goikhman, stated that this format aims to provide publishers with tools to create engaging opportunities for monetization.
https://www.adweek.com/media/ai-dappier-ads-publisher-revenue/The company is launching a fund called the DNA AI Compute Fund to support developers, startups, and established entities in the Web 3 and crypto space by providing them with computing power and infrastructure to innovate with AI technology. This will enable the creation of AI models that enhance blockchain security, speed up transactions, and improve user interaction, making Web 3 technologies more accessible and efficient.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/07/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/dna-holdings-venture-inc-launches-ai-compute-fund-to-drive-innovation-in-web-3-and-crypto/2032222Fazeshift, a company founded by Caitlin Leksana, has received funding to accelerate its product development and customer acquisition efforts in the artificial intelligence (AI) space. The company's AI agents can automate complex business processes such as billing workflows, customer emails, and accounting updates, using software tools previously used by human teams. Fazeshift has successfully integrated AI into sensitive business processes and is partnering with Gradient to streamline finance operations for companies of all sizes. With its technology already being used by several large enterprise customers, Fazeshift aims to become the leading solution for automating accounts receivable (AR) processes in complex business environments.
https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250107180091/en/Fazeshift-Secures-4MM-Seed-Round-Led-by-Gradient-to-Automate-Accounts-Receivable-with-AIThe article discusses the growing threat of AI-powered scams, including deepfakes, phishing emails, impersonation of public figures, fake identification documents, investment fraud schemes, ransom demands, manipulating voice recognition systems, and creating misinformation campaigns. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has issued a warning about these tactics, which are becoming increasingly sophisticated. To protect oneself from these threats, the article suggests several strategies, including limiting online presence, investing in personal data removal services, avoiding sharing sensitive information, staying vigilant with new connections, checking privacy settings on social media, using two-factor authentication (2FA), verifying callers, watermarking media, monitoring accounts regularly, using strong and unique passwords, regularly backing up data, creating a secret verification phrase, being aware of visual imperfections, listening for anomalies in voice, and not clicking on links or downloading attachments from suspicious sources. The article also emphasizes the importance of reporting suspicious activity to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. By following these tips, individuals can better protect themselves from the risks associated with deepfake technology and related scams.
https://www.foxnews.com/tech/fbis-new-warning-about-ai-driven-scams-after-your-cashThe proliferation of AI technology has led to an increase in online holiday sales, according to Salesforce data. However, this same technology is also being used to create and disseminate deepfake pornographic content without the consent of the individuals involved. In Italy, Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is seeking damages from two men who created and posted deepfake videos featuring her on American porn websites, calling it a "form of violence against women". In Pakistan, lawmakers Meena Majeed and Azma Bukhari have been targeted by similar deepfakes, with the latter saying she felt "shattered" after discovering one online. The UK is considering making sexually explicit deepfakes a crime, while some US states have already passed laws to regulate their creation and dissemination. Experts warn that women not in the public eye are particularly vulnerable to this type of harassment, citing a "disparity of privilege" in the way high-profile individuals can respond to such incidents compared to those without resources.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/ai-generated-deepfakes-targeting-women-politicians-around-the-world/article69071192.eceGlobal AI, a technology company, has acquired Tectu, expanding its product offerings with the latter's expertise in artificial intelligence. This acquisition lays the groundwork for future partnerships and acquisitions, allowing the combined entity to build on each other's strengths. The companies will share services and best practices to streamline operations, increasing efficiency. As a result of the deal, Global AI gains access to new markets in North America and Europe, expanding its presence globally. Additionally, the acquisition enables the company to invest more in research and development of generative AI and machine learning technologies.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/08/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/global-ai-inc-otc-glai-announces-the-acquisition-of-tectu-biz-ltd/2032888Google is planning to bring its Gemini AI technology to TV sets that run on its software, according to a report from Bloomberg. This move comes as the tech giant continues to expand its presence in the smart home market. Meanwhile, Dell has unveiled a rebranding effort aimed at making personal computers more appealing to consumers, while Intel has announced new laptop chips designed to extend battery life. Qualcomm is also set to release AI-enabled computer chips for devices priced around $600. Samsung has added generative AI capabilities to its best-selling TV lineup, and iPhone supplier TDK has rolled out new batteries to keep pace with the growing demand for artificial intelligence.
https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/companies-markets/telcos-media-tech/google-bring-gemini-ai-tv-sets-running-its-softwareLaw enforcement agencies worldwide are cracking down on cryptocurrency scams, including those involving Bitcoin ATMs, which scammers use to trick victims into depositing funds that cannot be reversed due to the irreversible nature of blockchain transactions. In one notable case, Hong Kong police arrested 31 individuals involved in an AI deepfake scam that defrauded victims of $4.37 million by creating fake online personas using advanced face-swapping technology. The scammers targeted victims in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, and the United States, and authorities seized approximately $1.28 million in cash, luxury items, and charged five individuals with conspiracy to defraud.
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