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OpenAI’s latest reasoning models o3 and o4-mini represent significant advancements in the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). However, these new models hallucinate by generating false or fabricated information at substantially higher rates than their predecessor model o1. The problem of AI hallucinations, where models generate plausible but false information, has long been recognized as one of the most persistent challenges in the development of Artificial Intelligence. Traditionally, newer AI models have demonstrated additional improvements in reducing hallucinations compared to their predecessors. However, the recent release of OpenAI’s o3 and o4-mini models seems to be an outlier and has shaken…

The European Commission (EU) has taken a significant antitrust decision against two tech giants, Apple and Meta, by fining them €500 million and €200 million, respectively, for violating the newly enacted Digital Markets Act (DMA). This landmark decision is the first financial penalties issued under the DMA, thereby highlighting the EU’s commitment to enforcing digital competition rules across the European markets. The DMA, which represents a comprehensive EU framework, was designed to create fair digital markets by preventing dominant tech companies from monopolizing the European digital market. It establishes guidelines that are aimed at enhancing consumer and business choices while…

In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence, OpenAI is once again raising the stakes with GPT-4.5. It’ll be unveiled as the company’s “last non-chain-of-thought model” – a language model that aims to simplify the complexities of previous ones. This bit of information came directly from OpenAI’s CEO, Sam Altman, who shared it on X (fka Twitter). With the aim of explaining the OpenAI Roadmap Update for GPT-4.5 and GPT-5, he first acknowledges that the company’s models and product offerings have become increasingly complex, and this new release aims to make them return to “magic unified intelligence.” GPT (aka Generative Pre-trained…

The world’s first humanoid half-marathon took place in Beijing, capital of China, involving 12,000 people running across 13 miles (21 kilometres), and a number of 21 humanoid robots – where there was a demarcation of a separate line between the 21,000 people and the 21 humanoids. Being the first of its kind, it hosted different types of humanoid robots built and developed in different shapes and sizes by several robotics companies. Amongst the robots were N2, an over-40 pound Noetix Robotics’ humanoid, which was about 3 feet tall; and the Unitree Robotics’ G1 model, weighing nearly 80 pounds and standing…

The European Union (EU) has ordered Apple to open its strictly controlled iOS ecosystem to competitors under the Digital Markets Act (DMA), a landmark regulation aimed at fostering and ensuring a fair competition in digital markets, with no adverse affects or uncomfortability on consumers. This directive, which comes after six months of the commission’s specifications proceedings that happened last year, further emphasizes the findings and measures they previously arrived at which is fulfilling the interoperability obligation. Apple is required and ordered to take two specific sets of measures – ensure interoperability between its iPhone and iPad operating systems and rival…

Nokia’s 5G technology that enables unprecedented levels of connectivity and real-time decision-making is touted and positioned by Guilherme Pizzato to transform emergency response efforts. Pizzato, who is the current Nokia Europe’s Group Head of Public Safety, says that the 5G technology will transform emergency response efforts by providing fast and reliable connectivity that will in turn allow for a seamless transmission of On-demand surveillance. “Fast and reliable connectivity will allow seamless transmission of high-definition video from drones, bodycams and IoT sensors, dramatically improving situational awareness for first responders in the most critical moments,” Pizzato tells Capacity. The 5G technology in…

Blackstone-acquired AirTrunk, a prominent hyperscale data center specialist backed by investment partner Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (CPP Investments), is set to secure a green loan of $1.7 billion (SG$2.2 billion) for a data center project in Singapore, according to Bloomberg. This comes after the recent unveiling of a second data centre in Malaysia, where the data center specialist invested over $2 million in the 420MW of IT capacity project, making it the 12th Airtrunk’s data centre across the Asia-Pacific and Japan markets (APJ).  The financing of this Singapore project is meant to support the construction of a cutting-edge 80.2MW…

Intel is reportedly forming a joint venture with Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), signifying a strategic move meant to strengthen the manufacturing capabilities of its foundry division, and regain lost ground in the global semiconductor race. The reported deal comes amidst significant pressure from the U.S. government to work out Intel’s long-standing production challenges and secure the nation’s semiconductor chip supply chain. The U.S. government under the administration of President Trump has shown deep interest in this deal, viewing the joint venture as a pathway to strengthen domestic chip production and reduce over-reliance on foreign manufacturers. Under the proposed arrangement,…

The telecommunications industry is stepping up its commitment to sustainability through a wide collaboration among major players. As data consumption surges and new technologies like 5G and 6G expand, the sector faces growing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. Leading telecom companies, including BT Group, Vodafone, Ericsson, and several others, are now joining forces in collaborative initiatives to address their energy consumption, cut emissions, and foster sustainable practices across the industry, as well as throughout their supply chains. A recent effort is the joint letter signed by the Digital Connectivity Forum (DCF), the UK Government’s advisory group on digital connectivity…

In today’s fast-paced digital world, the transformation of everyday life and business operations has significantly increased, and with it, the potential for cyber threats. As hackers become more sophisticated, the need for robust Cybersecurity frameworks increase. In response, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has rapidly emerged not only as a tool for enhancing cyber defenses but also as a key component in mitigating new and complex threats. This article explores the critical interplay between AI and cybersecurity, detailing how AI-assisted defenses are changing the approach to protecting digital assets against an emerging array of cyber threats. Introduction: The Urgency of Cybersecurity in…