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Top Stories
Meta is closing Oculus accounts by March. Users will have to switch to Meta accounts or lose access to content, marking the end of a chapter in the platform's history.
Ford to enter AR market soon. The automobile company has filed patents for AR technology in vehicles, including an augmented reality-powered weight indicator to enhance hauling and towing safety.
AI Tech is helping blind people. OpenAI's GPT-4 expanded accessibility for blind individuals through innovative technologies, sparking ethical discussions and emphasizing the need for inclusivity in AI development.
In Funding
AI2 Incubator secures $200M for startups. The company will offer up to $1 million for early-stage development and revenue generation.
€25 million funding to expand quantum software platform. Multiverse Computing wants to enhance computations across industries.
ChainGPT launches a grant program up to $1 million. Funding for startups in the AI and BlockChain ecosystem to drive Web3 advancements.
Keep an eye on
Entertainment: Twitch is updating its app to be more like TikTok, helping streamers engage with audiences when they're not live.
Media: Meta Horizon Worlds on Quest premieres The Faceless Lady, a VR horror series, blending Irish folklore with modern adaptation.
Retail: Hershey's Reese’s Caramel uses AI and image recognition to boost retail sales.
Health: Researchers at Cambridge used VR to detect early signs of Alzheimer's through navigation impairments.
Hardware: Showee's smart showers help people with disabilities gain independence and support caregivers; Oppo's Air Glass 3 integrates an AI assistant, offering voice interaction and enhanced features.
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March 11 2024 Edition - Issue 39