Source: Alibaba/Qwen3 Alibaba has launched Qwen3, a family of large language models (LLMs) that the company describes as a significant milestone in the journey toward artificial general intelligence (AGI) and artificial superintelligence (ASI). The models introduce hybrid reasoning and support more than 100 languages, marking a significant step forward in multilingual AI. The lineup features eight models, all available globally as open source. With dynamic switching between “thinking” and “non-thinking” modes, Qwen3 is positioned to rival today’s top-performing AI systems. A closer look at Qwen3 The Qwen3 models are designed to advance hybrid reasoning, multilingual support, and agentic abilities. The…
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Image: United Launch Alliance Amazon launched the first operational set of its Project Kuiper broadband satellites on April 28, marking a key milestone in the company’s bid to rival Elon Musk’s Starlink in the satellite internet market. Originally slated for an April 9 liftoff, the launch was delayed due to adverse weather conditions. Initial Kuiper launch includes 27 satellites A United Launch Alliance Atlas V rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida carrying 27 satellites. The payload was successfully deployed into low-Earth orbit, approximately 280 miles above the planet’s surface. From this altitude, the satellites will…
IBM has announced plans to invest $150 billion in the United States over the next five years to boost the economy and cement its position as a global technological leader. More than $30 billion will be allocated towards research and development, focusing on mainframes and quantum computing. Strengthening US innovation through mainframes and quantum computing Mainframes are powerful back-end servers that organisations use to process large amounts of data and run critical applications. IBM, which manufactures mainframes in New York, said that more than 70% of global transactions by value currently run through its US-made mainframes. Big Blue company unveiled…
Duolingo has just validated fears about artificial intelligence taking jobs, announcing it will replace contracted employees with bots. A note from CEO Luis von Ahn said the company will become “AI-first” and, as part of this, will “gradually stop using contractors to do work that AI can handle.” Hiring at the popular language learning app may slow, as von Ahn said that “headcount will only be given if a team cannot automate more of their work.” Duolingo is also incentivising AI use, announcing that it will be considered in performance reviews and sought out when recruiting. Duolingo’s CEO insisted his…
A new KPMG report about artificial intelligence found that a staggering 75% of respondents in the US are deeply concerned about possible negative outcomes due to AI, while 45% believe the risks outweigh the benefits. Further, 55% of Americans report having experienced inaccurate outcomes from AI. In addition, 52% of US-based respondents expressed worry that AI-generated content is manipulating elections, and an overwhelming 85% are calling for laws and actions to combat AI-generated misinformation. Consumers want more AI regulation According to KPMG’s report, “Trust, Attitudes and Use of Artificial Intelligence: A Global Study 2025,” only 29% of US consumers believe…
The right VPN can transform your streaming experience and open up access to a world of new content across the globe. While geo-restricted limitations usually apply to streaming services, a VPN can unblock these restrictions on Fire TV OS devices, allowing for a freer experience with access to more streaming content. Additionally, using a VPN with your Fire Stick offers an extra layer of security by keeping your personal streaming activity private from your internet service provider. This list of the five best VPNs for the Amazon Fire Stick provides a rundown of the top virtual private network tools available…
The one dessert I always return to during the warmer months is this Strawberries and Cream Pavlova. Light as a cloud and topped with a cascade of berries—it’s a recipe that never fails to impress, yet couldn’t be easier to make. It’s the dessert I love bringing to the table at the end of a dinner party—and it never fails when I volunteer to bring dessert to a friend’s. Just trust me and give it a try—you’ll be obsessed. What Is a Pavlova? This dessert is all about that light-as-air texture. The base is a crisp-on-the-outside, marshmallowy-on-the-inside meringue, shaped into…
As tariff challenges intensify, Chinese factories have been increasingly turning to robots that work around the clock to sustain production and lower costs. China has announced a $137 billion national fund to expand robotics, artificial intelligence, and other advanced industries, according to a report by The New York Times. The country’s push to automate is driven by a shrinking labor pool and rising wages, enabling factories to maintain output despite fewer workers. By embracing robotics, China aims to enhance export competitiveness in the face of mounting trade barriers. How China’s factory robots are rewiring global trade The New York Times…
Image: Envato/msvyatkovska In a shaky job market, internships may be the secret weapon, and some stand out above the rest. According to Glassdoor’s 2025 rankings of top internships, tech dominates the list, representing 13 of the 25 companies. 13 best tech companies for internships NVIDIA AMD Uber Microsoft LinkedIn Adobe Hewlett-Packard Enterprise | HPE/li> ServiceNow Qualcomm Bloomberg SAS PayPal Apple The top 5 best internships for 2025 These five internships earned top marks in 2025 for combining top-tier pay with glowing reviews from interns. EY-Parthenon: $7,500 Capital One: $8,833 NVIDIA: $8,333 AMD: $7,916 Uber: $7,750 Some internships pay top dollar…
Composite detections in Google Security Operations sort incidents to find possible connections. Image: Google Cloud Google Cloud introduced several AI agents for security operations at the RSA Conference, held in San Francisco from April 28 to May 1. Also, Google Cloud further integrated Mandiant projects into its platform, including curating information from Mandiant’s annual M-Trends report into specific threat intelligence rule packs. AI agents added to Google Unified Security A few weeks ago, Google leveraged its ownership of Mandiant into the formal announcement of Google Unified Security, a platform combining Mandiant security intelligence, Google context for threat intelligence and security…