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Trump’s Tariffs on China and Vietnam Could Raise Headset Prices

April 11, 2025 by Mintu

A sweeping executive order signed by former President Donald Trump has sparked widespread concern among tech industry leaders, analysts, and consumers alike. The latest directive introduces sharply increased tariffs on goods manufactured in China and Vietnam, with rates set at 54% and 46% respectively. These tariffs, effective April 9, 2025, are part of a broader political maneuver aimed at reshaping trade relations and pressuring foreign governments on various geopolitical matters. However, the repercussions are poised to hit closer to home—particularly in the realm of consumer electronics, such as virtual reality (VR) headsets. From Meta’s Quest 3 to Apple’s Vision Pro … Read more

Microsoft AI Division Plans Personalized AI Assistant For Everyone

April 11, 2025 by Mintu

On the 50th anniversary of Microsoft’s founding, the company isn’t just celebrating past achievements — it’s laying out a futuristic roadmap for the next half-century. Leading the charge is Mustafa Suleyman, the newly appointed CEO of Microsoft AI division, who has a singular and ambitious goal: to make personalized AI companions a central part of every person’s daily life. In an exclusive interview with The Associated Press, Suleyman painted a vivid picture of an AI-driven future — one where digital assistants are no longer mere productivity tools but deeply integrated companions that understand users on a personal level. Microsoft is … Read more

Meta Smart Glasses Hypernova: Display Features, Price, and Controller

April 10, 2025 by Mintu

Meta, the company formerly known as Facebook, is expanding its foray into wearable technology with the anticipated release of a new pair of smart glasses, codenamed “Hypernova.” Unlike the previously launched Meta Ray-Ban Glasses, which lacked a display, this next-generation model is set to come equipped with a built-in screen and a wrist-worn XR controller, enhancing both functionality and interaction. According to multiple Bloomberg reports, Meta’s Hypernova smart glasses are expected to be launched later in 2025. The goal is to create a hybrid wearable device that functions as both a stylish accessory and a functional smart gadget. Although Meta’s … Read more

Sony mocopi Pro Kit Revolutionizes Full-Body Motion Capture Technology

April 10, 2025 by Mintu

Sony has recently unveiled the Sony mocopi Pro Kit, a cutting-edge full-body motion capture system designed to meet the needs of professionals in animation, virtual reality (VR), gaming, and live streaming. Building upon its predecessor, the mocopi system, the Pro Kit introduces a 12-sensor setup that significantly enhances motion tracking accuracy and fluidity. This advancement positions the mocopi Pro Kit as a formidable tool for creators seeking high-fidelity motion capture solutions. Evolution from the Original mocopi System The original mocopi system, introduced in 2022 and released in 2023, featured six lightweight sensors that users attached to various body parts to … Read more

ChatGPT Adoption in India Grows Rapidly, Revenue Still Lags Behind

April 10, 2025 by Mintu

India is becoming one of the fastest-growing markets for OpenAI’s ChatGPT Adoption, a conversational artificial intelligence platform that has taken the world by storm since its launch in late 2022. The chatbot has attracted millions of users across sectors — from education and business to personal productivity and content creation. However, despite this explosive growth in user base, OpenAI appears to be struggling with one critical challenge: monetization in India. According to recent data from third-party analytics firms such as SensorTower and Appfigures, India ranks among the top contributors to ChatGPT’s app downloads globally. As of early 2025, over 20% … Read more

SWERY Predicts VR Will Be The Next Major Computing Platform

April 9, 2025 by Mintu

Hidetaka “SWERY” Suehiro, the mind behind cult-classic games like Deadly Premonition and D4: Dark Dreams Don’t Die, has never been afraid to push creative boundaries. Now, the iconic Japanese game developer is making bold predictions about the future of virtual reality (VR). In a recent interview surrounding his new project Death Game Hotel, SWERY shared his belief that VR will evolve far beyond its current role as a gaming peripheral and eventually become “the next major computing platform.” This isn’t just a hopeful vision from a developer trying to hype his latest release. SWERY’s ideas align with larger trends in … Read more

DeepSeek AI Chatbot App: Everything About China’s Viral Innovation

April 9, 2025 by Mintu

The artificial intelligence landscape is shifting once again—and this time, the disruption is coming from China. The DeepSeek AI chatbot app, developed by the Chinese startup DeepSeek, has surged in popularity across both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store, raising questions about China’s rise in the global AI race and challenging the dominance of U.S. firms like OpenAI, Meta, and Anthropic. Within just a few months, DeepSeek’s products have begun to rival—and in some cases outperform—established Western AI models. The company’s rapid ascent has captured the attention of technologists, financial analysts, and government regulators alike. But what exactly … Read more

PlayStation VR2 Eye Tracking Now Works On PC: A Major Breakthrough

April 9, 2025 by Mintu

In a major leap forward for virtual reality accessibility, a talented independent developer has successfully unlocked eye tracking functionality on the PlayStation VR2 headset for PC users. This breakthrough could dramatically lower the cost barrier for advanced VR features such as foveated rendering and expressive avatar interaction. While this development is still in its early stages, it holds vast potential to revolutionize high-fidelity PC VR for enthusiasts and developers alike. From Console to PC: A New Horizon for PSVR2 PlayStation VR2, launched by Sony for the PlayStation 5, is one of the most feature-rich consumer VR headsets on the market. … Read more

Azure AI Foundry Empowers Developers to Build Agentic Applications at Scale

April 8, 2025 by Mintu

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer an emerging trend—it is the backbone of the next generation of digital transformation. In this new age, AI systems are rapidly evolving from static assistants to dynamic agents capable of handling real-world workflows, making intelligent decisions, and working alongside humans as productive teammates. Microsoft, on the occasion of its 50th anniversary, is leveraging its experience and vision to shape this transformation through Azure AI Foundry—a platform designed to help developers and organizations build, deploy, and scale agentic applications. Understanding Azure AI Foundry: The Agent Factory for the Future Launched in late 2024, Azure AI … Read more

How Alibaba Is Becoming China’s Leading AI Innovator and Incubator

April 8, 2025 by Mintu

In the rapidly evolving landscape of global artificial intelligence (AI), one company is redefining its role from a traditional e-commerce giant to a key architect of the AI-driven future—Alibaba Group Holding Ltd. Founded in 1999 by Jack Ma, Alibaba started as a platform to connect Chinese manufacturers with overseas buyers. Over the past two decades, it grew into an e-commerce behemoth through platforms like Taobao and Tmall. Today, it is taking bold strides in becoming China’s leading AI innovator and incubator, fueling both foundational technologies and nurturing the next generation of tech entrepreneurs. From Marketplace to Tech Ecosystem Enabler While … Read more

How 3D Modeling Technology Is Helping Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery

April 8, 2025 by Mintu

Over the past decade, augmented reality (AR) technology has advanced significantly, reaching mainstream recognition through applications like Pokémon Go. Today, the same technological principles are being utilized in unexpected ways, including disaster recovery efforts. At Arizona State University’s (ASU) Los Angeles campus, students are leveraging 3D modeling techniques to document the damage caused by recent wildfires in Los Angeles County, offering support to victims and contributing to long-term recovery efforts. The Impact of Los Angeles Wildfires The Eaton and Palisades fires have left widespread devastation in their wake. Thousands of families lost their homes, personal belongings, and places of worship, … Read more

Meta’s Next-Gen Smart Glasses to Feature Display & XR Controller

April 7, 2025 by Mintu

Meta is gearing up to launch its latest smart glasses, codenamed Hypernova, which will mark a significant evolution in the wearable tech industry. Unlike its previous Ray-Ban Meta Glasses, which lacked any form of display, Hypernova will feature a single built-in display for improved functionality. Additionally, Meta is expected to bundle the device with a wrist-worn XR controller, leveraging electromyography (EMG) sensors to provide precise hand-gesture interactions. With a planned release later in 2025, this next-gen wearable is set to compete in the smart glasses market, bringing Meta one step closer to its augmented reality (AR) ambitions. Hypernova: A Leap … Read more

Nvidia Blackwell AI Performance Breaks Records in Benchmark Tests

April 7, 2025 by Mintu

Nvidia (NVDA) has once again demonstrated its dominance in artificial intelligence (AI) computing, with its Blackwell computing platform achieving record-breaking performance in the MLPerf Inference V5.0 benchmark tests conducted by MLCommons, an open engineering consortium. The tests, which evaluate AI inferencing capabilities, confirm that Nvidia’s latest GPUs are among the most powerful AI accelerators available today. Despite the impressive performance results, Nvidia stock showed volatility on the stock market, initially rising by 1.7% before fluctuating throughout the session, ultimately closing with a 0.3% gain at $110.42. What is MLPerf Inference and Why Does it Matter? MLPerf Inference is a widely … Read more

Unlocking AI’s Potential to Drive Growth and Innovation in Africa

April 7, 2025 by Mintu

Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, offering transformative potential across the globe. For Africa, AI presents an opportunity to drive economic growth, technological innovation, and social progress. As the world experiences groundbreaking AI advancements, Africa must act strategically to turn these opportunities into reality. With the Global AI Summit on Africa in full swing, now is the perfect time to assess AI’s impact and explore ways to harness its power for the continent’s development. AI can benefit Africa in several critical areas, including assisting people, transforming key sectors, advancing scientific progress, and addressing societal challenges. However, to fully capitalize on … Read more

The Debate Over AI Art: Originality, Soul, and Cultural Impact

April 6, 2025 by Mintu

The rise of AI-generated art has sparked heated discussions about the nature of creativity, originality, and artistic intent. Some argue that AI lacks the soul and authenticity that define human-created art. Others claim that art has always been a remix, with AI simply accelerating the process. AI tools now allow users to generate Studio Ghibli-style images, Van Gogh-inspired paintings, and AI-curated music, all within seconds. This shift has forced society to re-examine what makes something “art” and whether the human element is essential to artistic creation. Why Do People Connect With Art? The emotional connection people have with art stems … Read more

Anthropic Launches AI Chatbot Plan for Universities and Colleges Globally

April 11, 2025April 6, 2025 by Mintu

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming education, and Anthropic has positioned itself as a leading innovator with the launch of Claude for Education, a specialized AI chatbot plan designed specifically for colleges and universities. The new offering directly competes with OpenAI’s ChatGPT Edu plan, targeting higher education institutions, including students, faculty, and administrative staff. The Claude for Education initiative introduces enhanced AI-driven features tailored to academic settings, including Learning Mode, which helps students develop critical thinking skills rather than simply providing answers. With universities increasingly adopting AI for educational and administrative purposes, Anthropic aims to establish Claude as an essential tool … Read more

Society of Authors Protests Meta Over Alleged AI Training with Pirated Books

April 6, 2025 by Mintu

The Society of Authors (SoA), the UK’s leading trade union for writers, is staging a protest at Meta’s London headquarters following allegations that the company used millions of pirated books to train its Llama 3 artificial intelligence (AI) model. This protest, taking place at King’s Cross, London, is being led by notable authors such as Kate Mosse, Tracy Chevalier, and Daljit Nagra, alongside other SoA members. The allegations stem from recent US court documents, which claim that Meta sourced training data from Library Genesis (LibGen), a well-known online repository of pirated books and academic papers. This unauthorized usage of copyrighted … Read more

Hackers Selling Counterfeit Phones With Crypto-Stealing Malware Worldwide

April 5, 2025 by Mintu

Cybercriminals are taking advantage of unsuspecting buyers by selling counterfeit Android smartphones preloaded with crypto-stealing malware. According to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky Labs, thousands of compromised devices have been found in circulation, with hackers using a variant of the notorious Triada Trojan to gain complete control over victims’ phones. The preinstalled malware allows attackers to steal cryptocurrencies, intercept two-factor authentication (2FA) messages, and replace wallet addresses to reroute funds. Kaspersky’s research has identified 2,600 confirmed infections globally, with the majority of cases reported in Russia within the first three months of 2025. The criminals behind this scheme have reportedly managed to … Read more

NotebookLM Introduces Web Search and Source Discovery for Users

April 5, 2025 by Mintu

Google’s NotebookLM has taken a significant leap forward in its evolution as an AI-powered research and note-taking tool. Previously, users were required to manually add files and links to populate their notebooks. However, with the introduction of the new “Discover Sources” feature, Google is now enabling automated web search to find relevant sources for users. This AI-driven feature aims to enhance the research experience by helping users quickly access curated materials on various topics. It simplifies knowledge acquisition, reduces the effort required to gather useful resources, and improves the way people interact with digital content. This update, which is rolling … Read more

Legal Risks of Web Trackers Violating Privacy Laws Before Internet

April 5, 2025 by Mintu

As online privacy concerns grow, companies using web trackers face increasing legal scrutiny. Several recent lawsuits have challenged the legality of web trackers, arguing they violate decades-old privacy laws that predate the internet. These cases raise fundamental questions about whether traditional privacy statutes apply to digital tracking technologies. The implications of these rulings could significantly impact website owners, advertisers, and tech companies relying on data collection. This TechyNerd article explores recent federal and state court decisions on whether web trackers violate privacy statutes like the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA) and the Video Privacy Protection Act (VPPA). We also … Read more