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Good morning, tech fam; here are some quick tech updates for you to catch on to!
What’s New Today: Soon after the iPhone 16e, Apple is ready with the M3-powered iPad lineup, releasing this month.
Fast-Track Insights: The San Francisco-based AI startup Anthropic has raised funds to increase the valuation of the company.
Here’s a quick rundown of the biggest tech headlines making waves today. Let's dive into the day's top tech stories, from the Apple M3-powered iPad launch to IRCON hiring employees.
Apple is about to launch its new iPad devices later this month. This list features the iPad Air equipped with the advanced M3 chip, offering improved performance and efficiency. Additionally, the entry-level iPad 11 is expected to have significant upgrades, including the A17 Pro chip, which will enhance its capabilities. However, updates to the iPad Pro and iPad Mini are not anticipated at this time
Anthropic, an AI startup, has raised US$3.5 billion in a funding round led by Lightspeed Venture Partners, which raised the value of the company to US$61.5 billion. As per the reports, the investment is aimed at enhancing Anthropic's AI research, and expanding computing capacity. Additionally, it will accelerate international growth. Founded by former OpenAI employees, Anthropic recently released its advanced AI model, Claude 3.7 Sonnet, and a developer-focused tool, Claude Code.
IRCON International Limited is recruiting for various positions, including Manager and Deputy Manager in Tunnel Design, Alignment Design, Bridge Design, and Track Design specializations. Suitable applicants must hold a full-time Civil Engineering degree with at least 60% marks. However, ME/M.Tech degrees are preferred. The application fee is ₹1000 for UR/OBC candidates; SC/ST/EWS/Ex-Servicemen are exempt. Selected candidates may be posted in India or abroad.
In the AI race, Apple is reportedly delving with its own AI chatbot, internally dubbed "Apple GPT." As per the sources, the company is using a framework called Ajax to develop the model. While the company has not finalized public release plans, reportedly, it has plans to make a significant AI-related announcement in 2025. This move positions Apple to compete with existing AI chatbots like OpenAI's ChatGPT and Google's Bard.
A recent Finnosummit report mentions that nearly half of Mexican startups are willing to integrate cryptocurrencies into their operations. This trend underscores a growing interest in leveraging digital assets for business innovation. Additionally, the report highlights an increase in stablecoin usage, particularly for peer-to-peer remittances and cross-border small-to-medium enterprise trade solutions, reflecting a broader adoption of crypto technologies in Mexico.
