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Bill Gates warns Omicron can cause the worst surge in pandemic | Oneindia News

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Bill Gates warns Omicron can cause the worst surge in pandemic | Oneindia News

Bill Gates warns Omicron can cause the worst surge in pandemic | Oneindia News

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has warned in a Twitter thread on Tuesday that the world could be entering the worst stage in the pandemic as the Omicron Covid variant takes over from Delta, spurring infections in the global community even as countries rush to vaccinate their population.

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PM Narendra Modi and Billionaire Bill Gates Discuss Role of Technology in Developing India |Oneindia [Video]

PM Narendra Modi and Billionaire Bill Gates Discuss Role of Technology in Developing India |Oneindia

Catch the exclusive highlights of the conversation between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bill Gates. Explore the key topics discussed and insights shared by these influential figures on critical issues shaping our world today. Don't miss this insightful dialogue between two global leaders. #NarendraModi #BillGates #ModiGates #NarendraModiBillGates #ArtificialIntelligence #TechnologyinIndia #PMModi #PMModiBillGatesConversation #Microsoft #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.101~GR.121~

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Bill Gates arrives in Bhubaneshwar, visits slum and interacts with residents | Watch here | Oneindia [Video]

Bill Gates arrives in Bhubaneshwar, visits slum and interacts with residents | Watch here | Oneindia

On Wednesday morning, Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates, alongside state government officials, made a notable visit to a slum in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Their destination was the Biju Adarsh Colony in the Maa Mangla Basti, where they engaged directly with the residents. Gates' purpose extended beyond a mere inspection of living conditions; he also took the opportunity to interact closely with women's self-help groups (SHGs) that operate within the area. This visit underscores the collaborative efforts between various departments of the state government and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Together, they are striving to address critical issues within marginalised communities, particularly focusing on empowerment initiatives led by women's SHGs. The presence of such a prominent figure as Bill Gates highlights the importance of these grassroots efforts and signals a commitment to fostering positive change and inclusive development in Odisha's urban areas. #BillGates #NaveenPatnaik #BhubaneshwarVisit #SlumInteraction #CommunityEngagement #ResidentInteraction #Philanthropy #UrbanDevelopment #CommunityEmpowerment #SocialImpact #HumanitarianEfforts #BhubaneshwarCommunity #InclusiveDevelopment #CommunityOutreach #EmpoweringCommunities #BillGatesInIndia #CommunityBuilding #HumanitarianVisit #SocialChange #BhubaneshwarImpact #BuildingBetterCommunities ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

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Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion Investment in Leading UAE Technology Firm [Video]

Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion Investment in Leading UAE Technology Firm

Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm. Microsoft Makes $1.5 Billion , Investment in Leading , UAE Technology Firm. 'The Independent' reports that Microsoft has announced a $1.5 billion investment in a leading United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm. . 'The Independent' reports that Microsoft has announced a $1.5 billion investment in a leading United Arab Emirates-based artificial intelligence firm. . The deal, overseen by the UAE's powerful national security adviser, will see Microsoft president Brad Smith join technology holding company G42's board of directors. The deal, overseen by the UAE's powerful national security adviser, will see Microsoft president Brad Smith join technology holding company G42's board of directors. The UAE's national security adviser, Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is the current chairman of G42's board of directors. . In a statement released on April 16, Microsoft said the deal “was developed in close consultation with both the UAE and U.S. governments.”. In a statement released on April 16, Microsoft said the deal “was developed in close consultation with both the UAE and U.S. governments.”. G42, which runs data centers in the Middle East and elsewhere, has built the world's leading Arabic-language AI model, Jais. . According to Microsoft, G42 will move its AI applications and services over to the U.S. tech giant's cloud computing platform. . According to Microsoft, G42 will move its AI applications and services over to the U.S. tech giant's cloud computing platform. . The deal will also look to bring digital infrastructure to regions that G42 has already established a presence, including the Middle East and Africa. 'The Independent' reports that G42 previously cut ties with Chinese hardware suppliers to limit U.S. concerns that the company was closely tied to the Chinese government. 'The Independent' reports that G42 previously cut ties with Chinese hardware suppliers to limit U.S. concerns that the company was closely tied to the Chinese government. Prior to Microsoft's investment, the company reportedly faced allegations of spying for its connection to a mobile phone app identified as spyware. The tech company also faced accusations that it gathered genetic material from U.S. users for the Chinese government. . The tech company also faced accusations that it gathered genetic material from U.S. users for the Chinese government.

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US Government Emails With Microsoft Were Stolen by Russian Hackers [Video]

US Government Emails With Microsoft Were Stolen by Russian Hackers

US Government Emails With Microsoft , Were Stolen by Russian Hackers. On April 11, American officials confirmed that emails sent between Microsoft and U.S. government agencies have been stolen by Russian hackers, CNN reports. . According to Eric Goldstein, a senior official at the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), . those emails may have included login information like usernames and passwords. At this time, we are not aware of any agency production environments that have experienced a compromise as a result of a credential exposure. , Eric Goldstein, a senior official at the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), via CNN. Even though there is currently no evidence that the stolen credentials have been used to compromise federal computer systems, . CISA described the occurrence as an "unacceptable risk to agencies.". As a result, the agency released an "emergency directive" on April 11 ordering those potentially affected by the hack to bolster their defenses. . The hack was first revealed by Microsoft in January, but it has gotten more serious as new details continue to emerge. CNN reports that the U.S. has previously linked the hackers in question to Russia's foreign intelligence service. . A Microsoft spokesperson issued a statement on April 11. As we shared in our March 8 blog, as we discover secrets in our exfiltrated email, we are working with our customers to help them investigate and mitigate, Microsoft spokesperson, via CNN. This includes working with CISA on an emergency directive to provide guidance to government agencies, Microsoft spokesperson, via CNN

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NYC’s AI Chatbot Has Been Telling Businesses to Break the Law [Video]

NYC’s AI Chatbot Has Been Telling Businesses to Break the Law

NYC’s AI Chatbot Has Been , Telling Businesses to Break the Law. New York City's AI chatbot was created to help small business owners, but it's been dispensing concerning advice, AP reports. . For example, many small business owners have been given inaccurate information about local policies or been encouraged to break the law. However, the city is not removing the chatbot from its official website. Instead, it has provided a disclaimer stating that the chatbot may "occasionally produce incorrect, harmful or biased" information. Critics say that the situation highlights the dangers of AI being used by governments without proper guardrails. They’re rolling out software that is unproven without oversight, Julia Stoyanovich, computer science professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI at New York University, via statement. It’s clear they have no intention of doing what’s responsible, Julia Stoyanovich, computer science professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI at New York University, via statement. There’s a different level of trust that’s given to government. Public officials need to consider what kind of damage they can do if someone was to follow this advice and get themselves in trouble, Jevin West, a professor at the University of Washington and co-founder of the Center for an Informed Public, via statement. Microsoft, which powers the chatbot, said it is working with the city "to improve the service and ensure the outputs are accurate and grounded on the city’s official documentation.". On April 2, Mayor Eric Adams said that letting users find issues with the chatbot is just part of sorting out the new technology. Anyone that knows technology knows this is how it’s done. Only those who are fearful sit down and say, ‘Oh, it is not working the way we want, now we have to run away from it all together.’ I don’t live that way, Mayor Eric Adams, via statement. Julia Stoyanovich, a computer science professor and director of the Center for Responsible AI at New York University, referred to Adams' approach as "reckless and irresponsible," AP reports.

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OpenAI and Microsoft Make Plans for $100 Billion Data Center [Video]

OpenAI and Microsoft Make Plans for $100 Billion Data Center

OpenAI and Microsoft Make Plans , for $100 Billion Data Center. According to The Information, the two companies are planning to build a data center that would house an AI supercomputer called "Stargate," Reuters reports. According to The Information, the two companies are planning to build a data center that would house an AI supercomputer called "Stargate," Reuters reports. The project, which could cost $100 billion or more, is reportedly set to launch in 2028. The tentative cost is roughly 100 times more expensive than some of the biggest data centers that exist today. . Demand for AI data centers has increased due to the rapid advancement of generative artificial intelligence technology, Reuters reports. . This is because traditional data centers aren't as capable of handling the advanced tasks that AI requires. . Several supercomputers would be built across five phases. "Stargate" would be launched in the fifth phase, while a smaller supercomputer would be launched in the fourth phase, tentatively around 2026. Microsoft and OpenAI are reportedly in the third phase currently. We are always planning for the next generation of infrastructure innovations needed to continue pushing the frontier of AI capability, Microsoft spokesperson, to Reuters . The cost for the next two phases largely revolves around acquiring expensive AI chips. In March, Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said that the newest "Blackwell" B200 AI chip will cost between $30,000 and $40,000

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Iran plays down reported Israeli attacks, says no plan for immediate retaliation | Oneindia News [Video]

Iran plays down reported Israeli attacks, says no plan for immediate retaliation | Oneindia News

Explosions were reportedly heard over an Iranian city, with sources attributing them to an Israeli attack. However, Tehran has downplayed the incident, stating that it has no plans for retaliation. This response appears to be aimed at preventing a broader conflict in the region. An Iranian official, speaking on condition of anonymity, was quoted by the Times of Israel as saying, "The foreign source of the incident has not been confirmed. We have not received any external attack, and the discussion leans more towards infiltration than attack." #IsraelStrikesIran #IsraelIranConflict #Iran #Israel #conflict #retaliation #MiddleEast #geopolitics #security #internationalrelations #diplomacy #escalation ~PR.152~ED.101~GR.125~HT.96~

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Tesla CEO Elon Musk's Peace Proposal Amid Israel-Iran Escalating Tensions | Oneindia News

Elon Musk weighs in on the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran with a surprising proposal for peace. Explore his unconventional approach and its implications in our latest coverage. #ElonMusk #IranIsrael #IranIsraelTensions #IsraelAttacksIran #IranAttacksIsrael #TeslaCEO #Tesla #BenjaminNetanyahu #AliKhamenei #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.103~

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Israel-Hamas War: U.S. Vetoes Palestinian Statehood Recognition at United Nations | Oneindia News [Video]

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Witness the United States' veto at the United Nations Security Council, halting the recognition of a Palestinian state through full membership. Explore the reactions from key stakeholders and the implications for peace efforts in the region. Stay informed on the latest developments surrounding the Palestinian statehood debate. #USNews #UNNews #UnitedNations #PalestinianStatehood #Palestine #Israel #Hamas #IsraelIran #IsraelPalestine #IsraelHamas #Oneindia ~HT.178~PR.274~ED.101~GR.125~

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1st Phase Voting Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Indian Chief Ministers Cast Their Votes | Oneindia News [Video]

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Witness the pivotal moment as Indian Chief Ministers exercise their democratic right in the first phase of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024. In this exclusive footage, catch a glimpse of the country's political leaders fulfilling their civic duty amidst heightened anticipation and fervor. Stay informed with Oneindia News #1stPhaseVoting #LokSabhaElections #Elections2024 #LokSabhaElections2024 #Shorts #YouTubeShortsVoting1stPhase #TamilNadu #IndianElections #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.102~GR.122~HT.96~

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US Airlines Accuse China of 'Harmful Anti-Competitive Policies'

US Airlines , Accuse China of , 'Harmful Anti-Competitive Policies'. CNN reports that the United States aviation industry has urged the Biden administration to pause the approval of more flights to and from China. CNN reports that the United States aviation industry has urged the Biden administration to pause the approval of more flights to and from China. According to an open letter, China's “existing harmful anti-competitive policies” are affecting U.S. airlines and workers. The competitive disadvantage is harmful to the approximately 315,000 workers employed by U.S. passenger airlines that serve China, Airlines for America open letter, via CNN. The letter, addressing Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, was signed by Airlines for America, an industry lobby group. The letter, addressing Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, was signed by Airlines for America, an industry lobby group. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. Members of the group include American Airlines, Delta and United, along with other unions representing aviation workers. If the growth of the Chinese aviation market is allowed to continue unchecked and without concern for equality of access in the market, flights will continue to be relinquished to Chinese carriers at the expense of U.S. workers and businesses, Airlines for America open letter, via CNN. CNN reports that the Biden administration said in February that it would allow Chinese airlines to increase the number of direct passenger flights to the United States. At the time, U.S. officials granted Chinese carriers approval to make 50 weekly round-trip flights, increased from 35 amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Prior to the pandemic, over 150 weekly flights were allowed. . China's Foreign Ministry defended the increased number of flights, citing a "consensus reached" in November between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden. China's Foreign Ministry defended the increased number of flights, citing a "consensus reached" in November between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and U.S. President Joe Biden

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United Airlines Among Major US Carriers Facing Intense Scrutiny Over Incidents [Video]

United Airlines Among Major US Carriers Facing Intense Scrutiny Over Incidents

United Airlines Among , Major US Carriers Facing, Intense Scrutiny Over Incidents . 'Newsweek' reports that United Airlines has made national headlines following a string of incidents on flights to and from the United States in recent weeks. 'Newsweek' reports that United Airlines has made national headlines following a string of incidents on flights to and from the United States in recent weeks. United CEO Scott Kirby released a statement addressing the recent string of incidents, which included an engine fire and a door panel blowing off mid-flight. United CEO Scott Kirby released a statement addressing the recent string of incidents, which included an engine fire and a door panel blowing off mid-flight. Unfortunately, in the past few weeks, our airline has experienced a number of incidents that are reminders of the importance of safety. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. While they are all unrelated, I want you to know that these incidents have our attention and have sharpened our focus. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. Kirby went on to reassure travelers that steps were being taken to address the ongoing issues. . In the past few years, we've done a lot at United to build a new culture, improve our business and earn your trust, Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. I'm confident that we'll learn the right lessons from these recent incidents and continue to run an operation that puts safety first and makes our employees and customers proud. , Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, via 'Newsweek'. 'Newsweek' recently released a timeline of incidents involving three major U.S. airlines, comparing the number of incidents over the past 12 months. From March of 2023 to March of 2024, American Airlines had 63 incidents reported on AeroInside, a website that tracks aviation incidents. Over the same period of time, Delta Airlines had 70 incidents reported on AeroInside. United Airlines tops the list with 79 incidents reported on AeroInside between March of 2023 and March of this year

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Walmart, Delta, Starbucks among companies using AI tool to snoop on employees:Report | Oneindia News [Video]

Walmart, Delta, Starbucks among companies using AI tool to snoop on employees:Report | Oneindia News

Discover how Walmart, Delta, Starbucks, and other major corporations are reportedly utilizing AI technology to monitor employee communications. Is this the future of workplace surveillance? Learn more about the growing concerns and implications of AI snooping in this eye-opening report. #AI #AIArt #ArtificialIntelligence #BusinessNews #Walmart #Delta #Starbucks #AITools #CorporateEmployees #Deepfake #Oneindia ~PR.274~ED.155~

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