Google DeepMind released Genie 4, an advanced world model that adds real-time audio generation, more realistic environmental simulations, and the ability to steer scenarios through mid-simulation text prompts. The model is available in research preview for trusted testers.
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The Information Regulator fined FNB R1 million for a POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) violation where the bank's mobile app exposed home loan applicants' personal data. This enforcement action demonstrates regulatory action against data protection breaches by a major South African financial institution. Source: ITWeb
Microsoft veterans have launched an AI-driven start-up focused on partner development and platform services for the technology channel. The venture aims to address support gaps for technology partners in their ecosystem. Source: ITWeb
Disruptive, an investment firm known for backing AI companies like Groq and ElevenLabs, has raised a $10 billion fund to make significant investments in at least 10 companies. The fund represents a major capital commitment to support portfolio companies in the AI and technology sectors. Source: TechCrunch
OpenAI and Oracle are expanding their partnership to integrate Oracle business applications and AI agents into ChatGPT while enabling new Oracle product offerings. The collaboration aims to enhance enterprise AI capabilities through deeper integration of Oracle's software ecosystem with OpenAI's platform. Source: OpenAI