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AMD to Acquire Open Source AI Software Startup NoD.aiedit
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) to acquire Nod.ai, an open source artificial intelligence (AI) software startup as part of its AI growth strategy. AMD has created an AI group, consisting of 1500 engineers and 300 to be added, to house the NoD.ai acquisition.
Publication: Open Source For U
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NVIDIA Surprises Everyone with AI Factoriesedit
In a bid to boost EV and autonomous vehicles production, NVIDIA and Foxconn have joined forces to build AI factories . No, they won t be churning out robots dressed in silicon suits, but they will be revolutionising the manufacturing landscape in a way that s nothing short of extraordinary, bringing in electric cars, and training autonomous vehicles.
Publication: Analytics India Mag
NVIDIA Expands Jetson Robotics Platform for Generative AIedit
NVIDIA has made significant advancements on its Jetson platform for edge AI and robotics, including the general availability of the NVIDIA Isaac ROS robotics framework and an upcoming expansion of the NVIDIA Metropolis on Jetson.
Publication: Analytics India Mag
Foxconn and Nvidia collaborate to create AI factories for self-driving carsedit
In a move to construct advanced data centres referred to as AI Factories , Foxconn, Taiwan s contract electronics manufacturer, and Nvidia, the world’s leading chipmaker, have announced an innovative partnership.
Publication: WIO News
Italy remains open to investment by Intel, rival chipmakers ministeredit
Italy remains open to a possible investment by Intel in the country and would also welcome other chip makers, Industry Minister Adolfo Urso said on Wednesday The minister said Italy had offered a state contribution to facilitate the Intel investment and the U.S. company had not asked for more.
Publication: The Print
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HP launches Pavilion Plus laptops with IMAX enhanced displays, AMD and Intel CPUsedit
The 14inch variant of the HP Pavilion Plus is available with either 13th Gen Intel Core processors or AMD Ryzen 7 series processors. Meanwhile, the 16inch variant is equipped with 13th Gen Intel Core processors and is paired with the powerful NVIDIA RTX 3050 GPU.
Publication: First Post
HP launches affordable refurbished laptops in Indiaedit
HP has introduced refurbished laptops in India as part of its refurbishment program. The program allows businesses to access the latest technology for 6, 12, or 24 months. HP s certified partner will source devices from enterprise and retail consumers, refurbish them, and sell them with comprehensive postsales support.
Publication: The Times of India
HP does a first in India, launches affordable refurbished laptops programedit
In a significant move aimed at making technology more accessible to a broader spectrum of consumers, HP has introduced its refurbished laptop program in India. This initiative seeks to provide affordable computing options to both retail customers and businesses.
Publication: Tech Hindustan Times
HP announces refurbished laptop programme in Indiaedit
Tech giant HP, on Thursday, announced that the company has introduced a refurbished laptop programme in India.
Publication: CNBC TV18
Google and HP join hands to produce affordable Chromebooks in India to boost digital educationedit
In a significant move aimed at bolstering digital education in India, Google, the tech giant, announced an exciting partnership with HP during its 9th edition of Google for India event today. The primary focus of the event was to enhance user experiences and strengthen partnerships within the country.
Publication: Tech Hindustan Times
IISc to build quantum computing labedit
The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in collaboration with Samsung Semiconductor India Research (SSIR) will set up a unique Quantum Technology Lab in Bengaluru. The lab will serve as a centre for technological innovation, manpower training, and collaboration with national and international quantum research institutions.
Publication: The New Indian Express
HP to sell refurbished PCs to customers, small businessesedit
Global personal computer (PC) maker HP on Thursday announced that it will sell refurbished laptops to retail customers and small businesses In India via a subscription model, managed by an HP-certified partner.
Publication: Business Standard
Industry news
TSMC Q3 profit falls 24.9%, beats expectationsedit
Taiwanese chipmaker TSMC posted a 25% fall in third quarter net profit on Thursday, beating expectations, and said the semiconductor industry could be poised for recovery.
Publication: The Economic Times
Singapore to build India skilling centresedit
Singapore is in talks with India to build industrial training and skilling institutes in India, according to persons aware of the matter. Skill development was made a key pillar of the strategic partnership between the two countries during education minister Dharmendra Pradhan s visit to Singapore in May.
Publication: Live Mint
Import authorisation norms will not lead to laptop, tablet and PC price rise: MeitY secretaryedit
As the new import management system for laptop, tablet and PCs kicks in, the government does not expect any supply constraints, and ultimately any price increase on such items as a result of these norms, government officials said on October 19.
Publication: Money Control
Aim to make AI, quantum tech mainstream in India, says IBM India MDedit
Apart from quantum and AI, IBM will also be supporting the India semiconductor ecosystem through its upcoming research and development centre. The company said it will also provide its expertise to the startups who are part of the semiconductor design linked incentive (DLI) scheme, besides providing tools for R&D and innovation.
Publication: The Financial Express
Exclusive: Reliance likely to acquire Israel’s Tower Semiconductoredit
Mukesh Ambani led oil to telecom conglomerate Reliance Industries is eyeing to acquire Israel based Tower Semiconductor, sources close to the development told Business Today. However, the plans might get delayed due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The company spokesperson, however denied the development, stating, we are not in talks to acquire Tower Semiconductor.
Publication: Business Today
Government eases import restrictions on laptops, tablets: Reportedit
This revised decision offers much needed relief to global laptop manufacturers such as Dell, HP, Apple, Samsung, and Lenovo, which were caught off guard by the sudden introduction of a licensing regime in August. India has been making efforts to further bolster its electronics and software sector, which includes laptops, tablets, and personal computers.
Publication: India Today
Govt tweaks curbs on laptop importsedit
Leading electronic brands that are sold in the market include HCL, Samsung, Dell, LG Electronics, Acer, Apple, Lenovo and HP. Director General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) Santosh Kumar Saranagi said that the new licensing or import authorisation/management system, which will come into operation with immediate e?ect, is primarily aimed at monitoring imports of these products to ensure that they are coming from “trusted” sources.
Publication: Telangana Today
Centre Clicks Enter for Online Nod to IT Hardware Importsedit
India, on Thursday, launched a new online system of authorisation for import of laptops, tablets, and personal computers, aiming to monitor shipments of such hardware without hurting supply. The shift to a restriction free system comes two months after the announcement of a licensing regime for these products.
Publication: The Economic Times
Govt tweaks licensing norms for laptop, computer importsedit
The announcement is likely to provide relief to companies in the IT hardware segment in India as they had flagged concerns over the imposition of a strict licensing regime for importers. Leading electronic brands that are sold in the market include HCL, Samsung, Dell, LG Electronics, Acer, Apple, Lenovo and HP.
Publication: The Pioneer
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