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📃 Perplexity AI Proposes Merger with TikTok U.S.

AI Search Startup Seeks to Acquire TikTok's U.S. Operations in a Bid to Challenge Google

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Here are 5 things you missed today in the world of AI. Because we get it, life is busy & who has the time to sit around and keep up with the fastest moving industry right now - here are 5 things we think you need to know in the world of AI.

1 -📃 Perplexity AI Proposes Merger with TikTok U.S.

In a surprising move, AI search engine Perplexity AI has submitted a bid to merge with TikTok U.S., forming a new company with significant video capabilities. The proposal aims to counter Google's dominance in search and capitalize on the rapid growth of AI. While facing regulatory hurdles, the deal presents a unique opportunity for both companies to expand their reach and influence in the evolving digital landscape.

2 - 🗺️ Google Maps at 20: Expanding Horizons with AI and New Cameras

Google Maps, celebrating its 20th anniversary, continues to evolve with new AI-powered features like Gemini, expanding its reach to new countries, and refining its data collection methods. While facing challenges like privacy concerns and traffic congestion, Google remains committed to providing users with the most accurate and helpful navigation experience.

3 - 🔥 Big Tech Under Fire for Massive Donations to Trump’s Inauguration

Senators Elizabeth Warren and Michael Bennet are pressing major tech firms, including Apple, Google, Meta, and OpenAI, to explain their sizable donations to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund. These contributions, surpassing those made to President Biden’s 2021 inauguration, raise questions about corporate motives to influence the incoming administration. With regulatory scrutiny already targeting Big Tech, the lawmakers demand answers about the timing and intent behind the donations, citing potential risks of corruption and unchecked corporate power.

4 - 🔎 Microsoft Tests AI-Powered Search for Windows 11 Insiders (Copilot Plus Required)

Microsoft is rolling out a new AI-powered search feature for Windows 11 Insiders on Snapdragon-powered Copilot+ PCs. The search uses semantic indexing to allow users to search for local files using more natural language. The feature is currently limited to Windows settings and files with image and text formats, but Microsoft says it will eventually expand to include cloud data.

5 - ⚒️ Microsoft Establishes Core AI - Platform and Tools Group

Microsoft announced the formation of a new group, Core AI - Platform and Tools, tasked with developing AI applications and delivering tools for external customers. The group will be led by Jay Parikh, former CEO of Lacework and ex-global engineering head at Meta. This move comes amidst the booming AI industry and Microsoft's strategic position as a principal investor in OpenAI.

Written by AI Bulletin team - Australia
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