The stock market has punished Apple Inc. this year for failing to offer a vision of where its future growth will come from. The shares caught a bid Thursday after the tech giant took a step toward providing an answer. Apple’s decision to overhaul its Mac computer line to focus on artificial intelligence, as reported … Read more
Apple researchers have developed a new artificial intelligence (AI) framework that will allow non-humanoid robots to express their intentions and engage with humans. Dubbed ELEGNT, the framework focuses on non-verbal communication via movements, postures, and gestures. Alongside focusing on task completion, the framework specialises in allowing robots to express intention, attention, and emotions with movements. … Read more
Ripple Labs is reportedly looking to expand its custody services with a digital wallet offering. In February, the XRP issuer filed a trademark application titled “Ripple Custody,” seeking approval for “downloadable software” for crypto custody—potentially hinting at a wallet service. The application also indicates Ripple’s intent to store and manage both cryptocurrencies and fiat currencies … Read more
Sony has confirmed its approach to acquire FromSoftware parent Kadokawa, weeks after a report claimed the company was in talks to buy the media and publishing firm. The PlayStation parent said it had made an “initial declaration of intent” to acquire Kadokawa. While the two Japanese companies had initially refused to comment on the report … Read more