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Almost nine out of 10 Europeans are concerned about their privacy and would be more willing to embrace technology with artificial intelligence (AI) if they knew their data was secure, a new survey has found. Research from Samsung Electronics showed that as well as privacy concerns, more Europeans (62 per cent) would be willing to use AI if they understood the benefits to their lifestyles. The data comes as tech companies race to integrate AI into their gadgets, such as Apple which this week announced several updates , including AI in its smartwatch to give users better health data. Internet data scraping is one of the biggest debates in AI, with tech companies such as OpenAI saying all content online should be used to train AI models, which has led to lawsuits over copyright and data practices. Related The AI revolution is 'unprecedented' in the scale of human history, new report finds...

Operating systems for iPhones and other Apple devices will have a new look, and other changes include AI features and a revamped camera app. At its annual developer conference, Apple gave another preview of software innovations coming to the iPhone, Mac and other devices. These include many artificial intelligence (AI) features, but the first change you are likely to notice is the new design in the operating systems. Since the launch of the iPhone in 2007, there have essentially only been two design directions for the software. Initially, Apple sought to mimic real-world objects, such as wooden bookshelves for the Books app, to help users understand the concept of multitouch screens. With iOS 7 in 2013, a starkly minimalist alternative was introduced, featuring icons made of just a few lines. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get the answers with SCMP Knowledge , our new platform of curated content with explainers, FAQs, ...

At the Tashkent International Investment Forum 2025 (TIFF 2025), green tech and AI-ready infrastructure dominated the conversation, and few projects generated as much buzz as Data Volt’s push to build the region’s first fully sustainable, high-density data centres. “We’re bringing in the latest technology, especially in cooling”, said Rajit Nanda, CEO of Data Volt, outlining how the company is rethinking the fundamentals of digital infrastructure. “These facilities aren’t just built for today – they’re built for where AI is heading”. Data Volt’s model is deceptively simple: use solar by day, wind by night, and store the rest in powerful battery systems that keep operations running around the clock. What makes it revolutionary is the scale and the context. In a world where data centres already account for around 3% of global emissions, and AI could triple energy demand, this model is a direct response to a growing crisis. “If we don’t start building sustainable dat...

The Windshield of the Future Looks Like Something from a Sci-Fi Movie Forget about small infotainment screens and simple speedometers. XPeng and Huawei have just unveiled a gigantic 87-inch AR head-up display that covers the entire windshield – and it feels like driving into the future. What Exactly Is It? The new system functions as an augmented reality windshield, where everything from navigation and speed limits to alerts and entertainment is projected directly in front of you. Not in a small square – but across the whole field of view. It’s like driving with a digital layer on top of reality. Imagine road signs floating in the air, arrows guiding you in real-time, and a driving experience that resembles a video game – without taking your eyes off the road. Why 87 Inches? It sounds wild, but the screen size refers to the virtual image area you experience through the windshield. In practice, it covers an area equivalent to looking at an 87” screen floating about ...

This places Singapore ahead of both the United Kingdom (18%) and the United States (14%). Singapore has emerged as the global leader in high-value artificial intelligence ( AI ) investment, with 27% of businesses allocating more than $1.28m (US$1m) annually to AI initiatives. This places Singapore ahead of both the United Kingdom (18%) and the United States (14%), according to the latest IT Priorities Research report by Colt Technology Services. Whilst Japan leads in adoption rates and Hong Kong shows strong mid-level investment, Singapore stands out for the scale and depth of its AI commitment, the report noted. Much of this momentum is driven by the national $1b AI Strategy 2.0 (NAIS 2.0) and a strong network of public-private partnerships advancing applied innovation. In addition to AI, Singaporean firms are placing significant emphasis on cybersecurity and oper...

China’s J-20 stealth fighter has tripled its radar detection range, thanks to semiconductor advancements over the past two decades led by Shandong University scientist Xu Xiangang, according to the university. A silicon-carbide (SiC) semiconductor material developed by Xu’s team had powered a threefold increase in the detection range of phased array radar systems, allowing Chinese radars to swiftly detect enemies and gain the first-mover advantage, the university said on its social media page. “From the J-20’s on-board systems to advanced weaponry, this ‘Chinese chip’ is crucial for national security,” the May 30 post said. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get the answers with SCMP Knowledge , our new platform of curated content with explainers, FAQs, analyses and infographics brought to you by our award-winning team. “It enhances the range of Chinese radars, improves missile accuracy and boosts the power of la...

TAIPEI , June 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Shinec Joint Stock Company, the developer of Nam Cau Kien Industrial Park (IP), officially launched its ESG application platform, " Shinec Digital Green Economy ," marking a significant milestone on its journey toward sustainable development. This event not only represents a major step in the comprehensive digitalization of the IP's operational management but also affirms Nam Cau Kien's pioneering role in creating an eco-industrial park, advancing towards Net-Zero targets, and unlocking the potential for carbon credit generation. TPIsoftware supports the park sustainability initiative with the "Shinec Digital Green Economy" platform, a comprehensive solution powered by the company's GreenSwift (smart carbon management platform) and ElectriSwift (smart energy management system), with GGI Technology serving as the ESG consultant. The platform functions as an intelligent IP management sy...

As China joins the international drive to mass produce high-performance photonic chips, an industry pioneer said the technical performance of its chips will position the country for major advances in artificial intelligence (AI), 6G and quantum computing . Shanghai Jiao Tong University Chip Hub for Integrated Photonics Xplore (CHIPX) announced on June 5 that it had begun producing 6-inch (15.2cm) wafers for thin-film lithium niobate (TFLN) photonic chips, which rely on light – or photons – rather than electrical signals for information transmission and processing. While this is China’s first pilot production line for photonic chips, Europe and the US are already established in the field. Dutch company SMART Photonics last year upgraded its line to process 4-inch InP wafers, and California-based PsiQuantum revealed in February that it was adapting a 300mm silicon photonics line. Do you have questions about the biggest topics and trends from around the world? Get...

Decision No.1144/QD-BKHCN aims to enhance national competitiveness, boost digital transformation, innovation and develop advanced technologies. It also hopes to create a solid foundation for the country's sustainable development in the context of international integration. Photo: Le Toan This is considered a key step of the ministry in its efforts to realise Resolution 57-NQ/TW of the Politburo on breakthroughs in science, technology, innovation and national digital transformation in the digital age. The selected major issues focus on many important areas such as application of AI, Internet of Things (IoT), biotechnology and blockchain. In particular, they also include those on building a national biological data platform integrating AI, developing digital platforms and smart sensors for sustainable aquaculture, and researching and manufacturing advanced 5G equipment and 6G equipment. The others focus on researching, manufacturing low-altitude satellites; ...

HONG KONG () -Citigroup Inc will reduce the number of employees at two of its technology centres in China by about 3,500, the bank said on Thursday, as part of its efforts to simplify and shrink its global tech operations to improve risk and data management. The reduction of staff at the China Citi Solution Centres in Shanghai and Dalian is expected to be completed by the start of the fourth quarter this year, according to a statement issued by the bank. Last month, first reported that Citi was cutting around 200 information technology contractor roles in China. (Reporting by Selena Li; Editing by Sumeet Chatterjee and Jacqueline Wong)

Onto Innovation Inc. (NYSE: ONTO ) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript May 8, 2025 Onto Innovation Inc. beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $1.51, expectations were $1.47. Operator: Good day. And welcome to the Onto Innovation First Quarter Earnings Release Conference Call. Today’s conference is being recorded. At this time, I would like to turn the conference over to Sidney Ho. Please go ahead. Sidney Ho: Thank you, Rachel, and good afternoon, everyone. Onto Innovation issued its 2025 first quarter financial results this afternoon shortly after the market closed. If you did not receive a copy of the release, please refer to the company’s website where a copy of the release is posted. Joining us on the call today are Michael Plisinski, Chief Executive Officer; and Mark Slicer, Chief Financial Officer. I’d like to remind you that the statements made by management on this call will contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of federal securi...

Tecnoglass Inc. (NYSE: TGLS ) Q1 2025 Earnings Call Transcript May 8, 2025 Tecnoglass Inc. beats earnings expectations. Reported EPS is $0.92, expectations were $0.83. Operator: Good day, and welcome to the Tecnoglass Inc. First Quarter 2025 Earnings Conference Call. All participants will be in listen-only mode. Should you need assistance, after today's presentation, there will be an opportunity to ask questions. To ask a question, you may press star then 1 on a touch-tone phone. To withdraw your question, please press star then 2. Please note this event is being recorded. I would like now to turn the conference over to Mr. Brad Cray, Investor Relations. Please go ahead. Brad Cray: Thank you for joining us for Tecnoglass' first quarter 2025 conference call. A copy of the slide presentation to accompany this call may be obtained on the Investors of the Tecnoglass website. Our speakers for today's call are Chief Executive Officer, Jose Manuel Dae...

Artificial intelligence has been referred to as the fourth industrial revolution. The technology is expected to advance society to the degree that things like the steam engine, electricity and the internet once did. Wedbush Securities senior equity analyst Daniel Ives, known for his vocal and bullish stance on tech stocks, has referred to AI as “the biggest tech transformation in over 40 years.” He estimates that the global AI market is expected to grow to $407 billion by 2027 and to $1.81 trillion by 2030, at a compound annual growth rate of 36%. But AI isn’t a recent development. Its gradual evolution has been ongoing for a few decades. However, the release of ChatGPT and apps that can be used by the average person has brought widespread attention to AI, triggering a race by firms to develop and deploy it. The buildout phase has a few stages, starting with companies tasked with doing infrastructure development around data centers and the electric grids that power th...

Aidan Gomez, co-founder and CEO of AI startup Cohere, has been appointed to the board of directors at electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian. On Tuesday, tech news outlet TechCrunch reported that Rivian has expanded its board and elected Gomez to serve until 2026. This move signals Rivian's ongoing strategy to establish itself as a software leader and supplier in the automotive industry while also exploring the potential of AI applications in its operations. Gomez has built a reputation as a seasoned data scientist and AI expert. In 2019, he co-founded Cohere with Nick Frost and Ivan Zhang, specializing in enterprise-grade AI and machine learning solutions. Before launching Cohere, Gomez served as a researcher at Google Brain, the tech giant's deep learning division, which was led by Nobel laureate Geoffrey Hinton. Rivian has been developing an AI assistant for its electric vehicles since 2023, a project separate from its joint venture with Volkswagen. [] Newe...