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Google has acquired Cameyo, a company that provides an alternative to Citrix for virtual application delivery, in order to make it easier to access and manage legacy Windows applications on ChromeOS devices like Chromebooks. This acquisition strengthens Google's ability to offer a streamlined experience for virtual applications and positions Chromebooks as a more attractive option for businesses that rely on legacy applications. Cameyo's virtual application delivery technology allows ChromeOS to run Windows applications as if they were installed locally on the device. This acquisition aims to simplify the process of accessing Windows apps on Chromebooks and eliminate the complexities of installations and updates. [Extracted from the article]

Qualcomm has announced its entry into the PC processor market with its Snapdragon X series chipsets, receiving support from major PC manufacturers like Microsoft, Dell, HP, Lenovo, and Acer. The new chips, Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus, are designed for Windows PCs and offer advanced AI capabilities and extended battery life. Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Elite chip outperforms competitors like Apple and Core Ultra in terms of NPU and CPU performance. Over 20 Copilot+ PCs powered by Snapdragon X Elite and X Plus processors are available for pre-order and will be released on June 18. This move by Qualcomm has the potential to revolutionize the PC industry with faster performance, longer battery life, and innovative AI features. [Extracted from the article]

China has launched a three-year plan to establish itself as a global leader in AI and computing standards. The plan, called the "Action Plan for Information Standard Construction (2024-2027)," aims to strengthen research and develop standards for advanced chips, computing power infrastructure, quantum technology applications, brain-computer interfaces, and AI. The plan recognizes the importance of information technology standards in driving high-quality development and technological innovation. It also addresses the need for coordination and effective implementation of standards within government agencies. This plan is part of China's broader efforts to achieve high-tech self-reliance and counter US sanctions on key technologies. [Extracted from the article]

China has launched a new state-backed semiconductor fund worth $47 billion in an effort to boost its chip industry and counter US efforts to limit China's access to advanced chip technology. The fund, known as the China Integrated Circuit Investment Fund Phase III or "Big Fund," is the largest investment phase yet and aims to support AI-related semiconductors, manufacturing equipment, and R&D projects. By minimizing China's reliance on foreign suppliers, this move could potentially weaken the effectiveness of future US restrictions. This comes as the US tightens export controls on advanced chips and fabrication tools to hinder China's tech advancements. [Extracted from the article]

Microsoft has announced the launch of Copilot+ PCs, a new category of Windows PCs that leverage the power of AI. Developed in collaboration with PC manufacturers such as HP, Dell, Samsung, Asus, Acer, Lenovo, and Microsoft Surface, these devices offer higher processing power, all-day battery life, and a suite of AI features. The first batch of Copilot+ PCs will be equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon X series processors and will be available on June 18. These PCs outperform Apple's MacBook Air 15" in sustained multithreaded performance and come with a "Recall" feature to help users find lost information. Copilot+ PCs are expected to be highly relevant for enterprises, providing powerful tools for productivity, creativity, and communication. [Extracted from the article]

Ilya Sutskever, co-founder and chief scientist of OpenAI, has announced his departure from the company. He will be replaced by Jakub Pachocki, the former director of research. Sutskever's departure comes after a period of conflict within OpenAI, during which he and other board members pushed out CEO Sam Altman, only to have Altman return shortly after. While Altman expressed sadness at Sutskever's departure, there are concerns about the future of OpenAI and its customers without Sutskever's vision and leadership. However, Sutskever himself is optimistic about his next venture, which he plans to share details about in the future. [Extracted from the article]

OpenAI has released a preliminary draft of a document called "Model Spec" that outlines the principles guiding the behavior of its AI models. The document focuses on shaping responsible AI behavior and aims to improve accountability and transparency in AI development. It provides guidelines for model behavior, including core objectives, clear instructions, and default behaviors. OpenAI emphasizes the importance of transparency and collaboration, and the document is open for feedback and continuous updates. The Model Spec is seen as a significant step towards achieving ethical AI and building trust with users and the public. [Extracted from the article]

Google is consolidating its AI teams into DeepMind in order to simplify development and scale its capacity for AI models. This restructuring will concentrate compute-intensive model building in one place and establish single access points for developers. The move aims to streamline and optimize AI development and deployment across the company. Additionally, Google is reaffirming its commitment to responsible AI deployment and formalizing collaboration between its AI divisions, software, and computing platforms. The consolidation is expected to eliminate redundancy, foster closer collaboration, and accelerate the development cycle for new AI products and features. [Extracted from the article]