Amazon invests $4bn in AI start-up Anthropic
Amazon and Anthropic have announced a new $4billion collaboration aimed at harnessing their collective expertise in generative artificial intelligence (AI). This strategic alliance seeks to expedite the development and accessibility of Anthropic’s forthcoming foundation models to Amazon Web Services (AWS) customers. Here’s what this groundbreaking partnership entails: AI-Powered Future: Anthropic, renowned for its innovative foundation […]
YouTube invests in AI tools to support quality health information content
YouTube has announced that it is taking significant steps to ensure equitable access to health information, particularly for underrepresented communities. The platform recognises that historically, marginalised groups have often been left out of healthcare discussions on the platform. To address this, YouTube Health stated that it is committing to providing high-quality health content to empower […]
Google Cloud Next ‘23 Event Shows Google is ‘all in’ on AI
At Google Cloud Next ‘23, the tech giant’s first in-person Google Cloud Next event since 2019, generative AI dominated discussions and presentations. From Sundar Pichai’s and Thomas Kurian’s keynotes to the many breakout and partner-led sessions at the event, the San Francisco-based conference focused almost entirely on generative AI and Google’s plans for the future. […]
Meta launches Code Llama, an AI tool for coding
This week, Meta has unveiled its latest innovation in the sphere of artificial intelligence (AI), Code Llama. This state-of-the-art LLM is capable of generating code, and natural language about code, from both code and natural language prompts. It’s free for both research and commercial use. So far, the model has demonstrated impressive benchmark performances. As […]
Google release new Chrome mobile Search features
Google Chrome have unveiled four new mobile features designed to improve Search, information retrieval and enhance the browsing experience on the go. Personalised Search Suggestions: When users browse an eligible site on Chrome for iOS or Android and click on the address bar, relevant search suggestions now appear. For instance, while reading an article about […]
Google announces 3 new updates to Generative AI in Search
In a recent update Google has unveiled that Generative AI in Search has undergone three notable updates, providing users with enhanced ways to discover and digest information. Firstly, AI-powered overviews have become more visually engaging by incorporating images and videos. When users search for specific topics, such as “tiniest birds of prey,” they can now […]
Google announces Search changes to make it easier to find results on women’s sports
Google has announced new initiatives to promote gender equity in sports and provide better visibility to women’s sports in search results, just in time for the FIFA Women’s World Cup™. The tech giant acknowledges the lack of attention women athletes receive both on and off the field and aims to rectify the imbalance. To showcase […]
Google ‘Genesis’ could be the latest AI tool for journalism
Google is reported to be testing an AI tool called ‘Genesis’ that can create news articles based on current events. The tool has been presented to a number of major US news outlets, including the New York Times, the Washington Post, and News Corp, as a helpful aid for journalists rather than a replacement. Google […]
Apple rolls out Tap to Pay on iPhone in the UK
Apple has announced the introduction of Tap to Pay on iPhone in the UK, allowing businesses to accept in-person contactless payments. This new feature enables merchants to accept Apple Pay, contactless credit and debit cards, and other digital wallets using just their iPhone and a partner-enabled iOS app, without the need for any additional hardware […]
Google clarifies its policy on use of AI content & E-E-A-T
Google is already actively discussing and forming policies regarding AI-generated content and its impact on user experience. At the recent Google Search Central Live Tokyo 2023 event, Gary Illyes and other Google representatives shared valuable insights and recommendations on the subject. While it is well known that Google prioritises content quality, it was clarified that […]
Instagram explains its new ranking system
In an effort to address misconceptions and provide more transparency, Instagram recently released an updated post explaining how its ranking system works. The platform uses a number of algorithms, classifiers, and processes to personalise user experiences across different parts of the app, such as Feed, Stories, Explore, Reels, and Search. Each section has its own […]
Google SGE: Reactions from the SEO industry
Earlier this month, Google launched Search Generative Experience (SGE), which adds generative AI capabilities to Google Search results. A lucky few members of the public in the US who were on the Search Labs waitlist have now been given access to SGE, and some have begun to share their thoughts on the feature publicly. So, […]