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While ensuring child safety online is undoubtedly crucial, it begs the question: Shouldn't parents and guardians play a more significant role in monitoring their children's online activities?

With the Indian economy set to grow at 7.5% in 2024, according to the World Bank, the demand for both skilled and unskilled blue-collar workers, particularly in the gig economy, is expected to surge.  This trend is evident in the construction sector, which is experiencing a steady rise in gig worker employment, making it the second-largest employment generator in the country.

The forthcoming Windows app promises enhanced video streaming quality and access to live events. However, the trade-off appears to be the removal of support for offline viewing, a feature cherished by many Netflix subscribers.

The senators' proposal included funding for a cross-government AI research and development initiative, an "AI-ready data" program, and infrastructure for AI testing and evaluation across government agencies. Senator Rounds stated, "This is a time in which the dollars related to this particular investment will pay dividends to the taxpayers of this country long term."

As part of the conference, Google announced "Project Astra," a new personal AI Assistant powered by Gemini AI. A live demonstration showcased Astra's ability to interact with the world through a smartphone camera, providing accurate responses to user inquiries in real-time.

During the General Elections of 2024, social media platforms were flooded with deepfake videos featuring prominent actors like Aamir Khan and Ranveer Singh endorsing various political parties, all thanks to AI voice swap technology.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced its latest innovation: Falcon AI. Developed by the UAE's Technology Innovation Institute (TII), Falcon AI is set to challenge the dominance of big tech companies with its advanced capabilities and open-source accessibility.

AI draws on unknown data to generate music. Users can prompt the AI to write lyrics.

These states are now evaluating the associated costs, infrastructure requirements, and manpower needs for implementing biometric authentication during registration. Upon assessment, they will present proposals to their respective state Cabinets for approval.

The newly deployed portable cameras boast advanced capabilities, allowing them to efficiently scan vehicle number plates and automatically identify registration numbers. These details are then cross-referenced with a meticulously maintained database housed at the command and control center situated at GCP headquarters in Vepery.

By 2030, India needs Rs 4.2 lakh crore to connect 24 crore households with broadband, including investments in fiber, passive infrastructure, WiFi, data centers, and satellite broadband. The government is considering leveraging CSR funds and voluntary contributions to aid in achieving the goal of 80% broadband penetration by 2030.

The announcement came as part of France's annual "Choose France" event, where several prominent companies pledged substantial investments in the country. Alongside Amazon, firms like GSK and Accenture also committed to significant financial injections.