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Microsoft to Invest $4.8 Billion in Italy for AI Infrastructure
October 02, 2024

Microsoft announced Wednesday (Oct. 2) plans for a €4.3 billion ($4.8 billion) investment in Italy, its biggest investment in the country so far. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Scientists Develop AI They Say Defeats Widespread eCommerce Authentication Method
October 02, 2024

Artificial intelligence can now solve Google’s reCAPTCHAv2 with 100% accuracy, according to new research, possibly rendering a critical online security measure obsolete and forcing eCommerce platforms to rethink user authentication. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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OpenAI Market Cap Rivals Uber, AT&T After $6.6 Billion Fundraise
October 02, 2024

OpenAI has reportedly raised $6.6 billion in new funding, nearly doubling its valuation. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Nvidia and Accenture Tie-up Promotes Corporate AI Adoption
October 02, 2024

Nvidia expanded its partnership with Accenture to help companies scale artificial intelligence adoption. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Fed Questions AI Productivity Boost as EU Starts Work on Regulating It
October 02, 2024

Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook is tempering expectations of an artificial intelligence (AI) productivity impact, while Malaysia unveiled ambitious plans to become an AI hub and the European Commission assembled experts to craft AI guidelines. These developments highlighted the complex landscape of AI adoption, balancing...

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OpenAI Opens New AI Voice Capability to Third-Party Developers
October 01, 2024

OpenAI is expanding access to its real-time voice assistant technology, allowing businesses and developers to integrate the artificial intelligence (AI)-powered tool into their own applications, Bloomberg reported.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Numa Obtains $32 Million to Drive AI-Powered Auto Dealer Platform
October 01, 2024

Numa, an artificial intelligence (AI) platform for auto dealerships, announced it has secured $32 million in a Series B funding round. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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AI Software Tools Could Streamline and Personalize the Commerce Experience
October 01, 2024

The rise of artificial intelligence in software development is reshaping the commerce landscape, offering faster product launches and more personalized customer experiences. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Trending: California’s AI Bill Veto Sparks Debate on Safety and Regulation
October 01, 2024

Gov. Gavin Newsom’s recent veto of California’s artificial intelligence (AI) safety bill has triggered a heated debate about the future of AI regulation, its impact on innovation, and the prospects for federal action. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...