🗼 Google Fires 28 Employees After Protest

Sit-in protest at Google’s Sunnyvale and New York offices, TSMC's AI surge, Microsoft's real-time avatars, AI clones in meetings.

Major developments in tech and AI this week! Google has dismissed 28 employees following a protest over an AI project, highlighting ethical concerns. TSMC predicts strong growth fueled by AI chip demand, while Microsoft’s VASA-1 introduces real-time talking faces, revolutionizing digital communication. Additionally, digital AI clones are simplifying professional meetings, allowing public figures to automate their interactions. These events are significantly reshaping the digital landscape!

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Google Fires 28 Employees After Sit-in Protest Over Controversial Project With Israel. Google dismissed 28 employees after they protested Project Nimbus, a $1.2 billion contract with Israel, alleging it supports military actions. The protests highlight ethical concerns about AI use in conflicts. Google defends the project, countering claims about its military applications. (Link)

AI Frenzy Fuels TSMC's Explosive Growth Forecast. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company projects a 30% sales surge due to booming AI chipset demand. With substantial investments in advanced semiconductor technology, TSMC is becoming a dominant force in the AI revolution, positioning it for sustained growth in the tech sector. (Link)

Microsoft Just Revealed VASA-1's Real-Time Talking Faces. Microsoft's VASA-1 introduces real-time talking faces, enhancing digital communication with unprecedented realism. This breakthrough could reshape virtual interactions in sectors from gaming to teleconferencing, setting a new standard for lifelike digital personas. The technology promises a profound shift in the landscape of online interaction. (Link)

How People Are Using Their ‘Digital AI Clones’ To Attend Zoom Meetings. Companies like Delphi and Alt.ai are pioneering digital cloning, enabling people like Deepak Chopra to automate their participation in meetings and other work. These platforms use data to create AI clones that can think, speak, and even appear impatient like their human originals. (Link)

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