The head of the US Copyright Office, Shira Perlmutter, has reportedly been dismissed just one day after the agency released a report suggesting that the use of copyrighted material to train artificial intelligence models may fall outside the bounds of fair use, according to the US local media. The finding came in a draft of the agency’s third report on copyright and AI, published on 9 May. The first two parts of the Copyright Office’s multi-phase study focused on digital replicas and whether generative AI outputs can be copyrighted. Part Three examines whether using copyrighted content to train AI systems…
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Egypt has proved strong growth and leadership in the field of cybersecurity, achieving a Tier 1 rating and a high ranking on the Global Cybersecurity Index. The country’s cybersecurity efforts are recognized internationally, with the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) positioned Egypt among the top 12 nations in its Global Cybersecurity Index. Meanwhile, Egypt faces increasing cyber threats due to the rapid expansion of its digital environment and growing internet usage. The Egyptian cybersecurity market is experiencing growth, driven by increased demand for security solutions among businesses and government agencies. The market is projected to hit $287.1 million (about EGP 14.5…
Despite a temporary reprieve for consumer electronics like laptops and smartphones, the US tech industry is facing a potential tariff storm, with semiconductors and the broader electronics supply chain squarely in the crosshairs. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick revealed in a Sunday interview that the Trump administration is planning “special focus” tariffs on these critical components, aiming to drive domestic manufacturing. Lutnick, speaking on ABC’s “This Week,” clarified that while consumer electronics were granted exemptions from recently announced “reciprocal tariffs,” they will fall under upcoming “semiconductor tariffs,” expected within the next two months. “We need to have semiconductors, we need to…
Netflix has begun trialing a novel search feature driven by OpenAI’s technology, allowing users to find content by describing their mood or using natural language queries, according to Bloomberg. The experimental tool, currently available to a limited group of subscribers in Australia and New Zealand on iOS devices, moves beyond traditional searches based on titles, actors, or genres. This new functionality enables users to input more specific requests, such as “a sad movie” or “a funny show with a strong female lead,” with the AI understanding the intent behind the natural language. Netflix already utilizes AI for its recommendation system,…
After more than a decade of user requests and public hesitation, Meta is finally developing a native version of Instagram for iPad, according to a report by The Information. The move could mark a significant shift in the company’s mobile strategy as it faces increasing competitive and regulatory pressures in the social media space. Until now, iPad users have had to rely on a scaled-up version of the iPhone app, which lacks optimization for larger screens. Despite repeated user pleas, Meta has previously resisted building a dedicated iPad app. Instagram head Adam Mosseri publicly cited limited user demand and resource…
Tech giant Google Cloud Next unveiled on Thursday “Firebase Studio”, a generative AI-powered, full-stack app development platform that enables users to build and deploy mobile and web apps within minutes—directly from a browser. Powered by Google’s Gemini AI and built on the familiar Code OSS project, Firebase Studio brings together tools like Genkit and Project IDX in a unified cloud workspace. The platform supports various languages and frameworks including Java, .NET, Node.js, Python, Flutter, React, Angular, and more. With over 60 prebuilt templates and a natural language-powered prototyping agent, users can design interfaces, define workflows, and structure APIs—without writing a…
On Friday, the US President Donald Trump announced that he would sign an executive order allowing TikTok to continue operating in the US for an additional 75 days. The move aims to provide his administration with more time to negotiate a deal that could transition the popular social media platform to American ownership. White House Officials Close to Finalizing Deal According to a report by the Los Angeles Times, White House officials felt they were close to finalizing a plan to establish a new company in the US that would oversee TikTok’s operations. Under this plan, a majority of American…
Meta has officially launched its latest AI models, Llama 4 Scout and Llama 4 Maverick, marking a significant advancement in multimodal artificial intelligence. Meta announced on its blog on Saturday. These models are designed to enhance personalized experiences across various applications, featuring groundbreaking capabilities that set them apart from previous generations. Llama 4 Scout, with 17 billion active parameters and a context window of 10 million tokens, has been recognized as the best in its class. It outperforms earlier Llama models and competitors like Gemma 3, delivering superior results across widely reported benchmarks. Llama 4 Maverick, also featuring 17 billion…
Multinational conglomerate based in China, Alibaba Group Holding, is preparing to unveil an enhanced version of its flagship artificial intelligence (AI) model, Qwen 3, later this month, according to reports from Bloomberg. The exact timing of the release may still shift, as indicated by an unnamed source. Qwen 3 is an upgraded version of AI model, part of the Qwen series. This model is designed to enhance various AI capabilities, including natural language processing, image recognition, and multimodal input processing, which allows it to handle text, images, audio, and video. The Qwen models aim to provide advanced generative AI functionalities,…
In a surprising development, Joelle Pineau, the head of artificial intelligence (AI) research at Meta, has announced her departure from the company. Pineau, who serves as the vice president of AI research, shared the news in a LinkedIn post, stating that her last day at Meta will be on 30 May. Her exit comes at a pivotal moment for Meta as the company aims to assert its dominance in the competitive AI landscape against rivals like OpenAI and Google. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has made AI a central focus, investing billions in the ambition to create an AI assistant with over…
OpenAI, the creator of the widely used ChatGPT, is working on an innovative AI model that will feature an “open-weights” architecture, as announced by CEO Sam Altman in a tweet on Monday. An “open-weights” model strikes a balance between open-source and closed-source systems. In AI, “weights” refer to the parameters that help models learn and establish connections, assigning more importance to certain aspects to enhance specific knowledge. With an open-weights model, these parameters will be publicly accessible, allowing users to modify them without needing to retrain the entire model from scratch. Advantages of Open-Weights Models Open-weights models are typically more…
Apple has officially released iOS 18.4, introducing an exciting array of updates, including seven new emojis and enhanced Apple Intelligence features. The tech giant had previously promised a rollout by April, and they met that commitment this time around. New Emojis The latest update brings a fresh set of emojis to iPhone. Here’s what you can look forward to with iOS 18.4: Leafless tree Splatter Shovel Root vegetable Face with under-eye bags Fingerprint Harp These new emojis are ready for use once you download and install the update. Enhanced Apple Intelligence Features iOS 18.4 also introduces several new features aimed…
Tech billionaire Elon Musk announced on Friday that he has sold the social media platform X, formerly known as Twitter, to his artificial intelligence company xAI in a significant all-stock deal valued at $33 billion. Musk had acquired the platform just over two years ago. The transaction involves two privately held companies, which means they are not obligated to publicly disclose their financial details. In a post on X, Musk stated that this move will “unlock immense potential by blending xAI’s advanced AI capability and expertise with X’s massive reach.” However, it remains unclear what specific changes users of the…
Google has reached a significant settlement in a 14-year legal dispute concerning its advertising billing practices, agreeing to a $100 million resolution without admitting any wrongdoing. This development represents a pivotal moment in the company’s intricate history of digital advertising regulations. AdWords, now known as Google Ads, is an online advertising platform developed by Google. It allows businesses to create and display ads on Google’s search engine results pages and across the Google Network, which includes millions of websites, apps, and videos. Overview of the Lawsuit The lawsuit focused on allegations that Google manipulated its AdWords platform from 2004 to…
In a recent appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft and renowned philanthropist, shared his predictions about the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to transform various professions. During the episode, Gates stated that within the next ten years, AI is likely to replace doctors, teachers, mental health professionals, and other roles, asserting that humans may not be needed “for most things.” Gates discussed the implications of AI’s rise, explaining that while intelligence has historically been a rare commodity—exemplified by great doctors and teachers—this could soon change. “With AI, over the next…
Google has launched Gemini 2.5, its most advanced AI model yet, designed to tackle complex challenges with enhanced reasoning and coding capabilities, the company announced on its official “The Keyword” blog. The experimental version, Gemini 2.5 Pro, leads benchmarks significantly and showcases superior performance in various tasks, according to Koray Kavukcuoglu, the CTO of Google DeepMind. Key Features Gemini 2.5 models utilize advanced reasoning techniques, allowing them to analyze information, draw logical conclusions, and make informed decisions. The new model excels in creating web applications and transforming code, achieving a notable score of 63.8% on industry-standard coding benchmarks. With a…
In a significant advancement for AI interoperability, the Anthropic’s Model Context Protocol (MCP) has been updated, introducing essential enhancements that will allow artificial intelligence (AI) agents to communicate more effectively with various tools and data sources. This update comes alongside strong support from industry leaders, including OpenAI and Microsoft, marking a pivotal moment in the evolution of AI technologies. In a post on X on Wednesday, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced that the company will integrate support for MCP across its products, including the desktop version of ChatGPT. OpenAI also announced that it will integrate MCP support across its products,…
Egypt’s GDP growth rate continued to recover during Q2 FY 2024/2025, recording 4.3%, up from 2.3% in the same quarter of the previous fiscal year. This growth is driven by continued structural reforms aimed at maintaining macroeconomic stability, coupled with stringent governance of public investment that strengthen resilience and support shifting from a non-tradable to a tradable economy amid global uncertainties. Key sectors driving expansion include non-oil manufacturing, tourism (reflected in restaurants and hotels), communication and information technology (ICT), and trade-related transportation and storage — despite continued declines in the Suez Canal due to ongoing geopolitical tensions. On the…
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is launching the AWS GenAI Loft Dubai, a pop-up collaborative space focused on AI innovation, in partnership with Dubai AI Campus and Nvidia. Scheduled for 7-11 April 2025 at the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Innovation One, this event will showcase cutting-edge AI technologies and their applications. The opening day will feature a keynote address, panel discussions, live demonstrations, and a networking reception, bringing together business leaders, investors, developers, and AI enthusiasts. This initiative aligns with the UAE’s vision for AI leadership and digital transformation. Yasser Hassan, Director for MENA and Turkey at AWS, stated, “The…
Google Cloud has announced the extension of its partnership with the renowned sports club Atlético de Madrid, making it the official cybersecurity partner for both the women’s and men’s teams. This collaboration emphasizes their commitment to innovation and resilience in sports technology. Atlético de Madrid is enhancing its cybersecurity measures by adopting Google Cloud’s Backup and Disaster Recovery Service, which automatically encrypts data at rest. This service aims to protect critical data and ensure operational recovery from disruptions. René Abril, CIO of Atlético de Madrid, stated, “The safety and trust of our digital ecosystem are at the heart of everything…