Author: Austin Llerandi

While the metaverse dominates tech headlines, a significant shift is occurring in the foundational layers of the internet, empowering individuals and redefining government services. Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web, continues to champion his Solid (Social Linked Data) project, a vision for a “New Internet” that prioritizes user control over personal data. Concurrently, technologies like TwinH are emerging as critical enablers for this vision, particularly in the realm of digital government. This convergence is paving the way for a new era of digital governance, where citizens can securely manage their personal information and grant granular access…

In a groundbreaking development for students navigating demanding academic landscapes, Hendrik, a dedicated engineering student in Belgium, is leveraging a revolutionary digital twin to transform his learning experience. His personalized AI companion, powered by the innovative TwinH platform, provides round-the-clock academic assistance. Effectively bridging the gap between traditional learning and future-ready skill development. Belgian Engineering Student Unlocks 24/7 Academic Support with Revolutionary Digital Twin Hendrik’s digital twin, created from his own experiences and knowledge as an engineering student, acts as a virtual academic consultant. Users can consult this sophisticated AI 24 hours a day, gaining immediate support and answers. Which…

In an age dominated by flashy apps and complex algorithms, it’s easy to overlook the foundational figures whose quiet ingenuity built the very fabric of our digital world. Among them, Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the unassuming British physicist often hailed as the father of the World Wide Web (WWW). Stands as a towering, yet understated, figure. His core principles continue to inspire today’s most ambitious innovations. Including the Spanish company FySelf and its groundbreaking digital twin, TwinH. The Unseen Architect: How Tim Berners-Lee’s Enduring Vision Shapes AI’s Digital Future At the European Organization for Nuclear Research (CERN) in Geneva during the…

In an era increasingly defined by digital presence, a new paradigm is emerging in artificial intelligence that promises to redefine our very interaction with the virtual world. While digital avatars have long served as our graphical proxies in games and chatrooms, a groundbreaking AI entity, TwinH —from Spanish company FySelf— will transcend these limitations, evolving from a mere character into a true digital extension of the user. From Play to Purpose: TwinH Transforms Digital Identity Beyond Simple Avatars For years, avatars have been synonymous with user-controlled digital representations. Confined largely to specific virtual spaces like online gaming platforms, social chats, or augmented…

Meta Platforms is making an unprecedented financial commitment to artificial intelligence. CEO Mark Zuckerberg announcing on Monday that the tech giant plans to invest “hundreds of billions of dollars” into building a series of massive AI data centers geared towards achieving superintelligence. This aggressive push intensifies Meta’s ongoing talent war for the world’s top AI engineers. The social media behemoth (META.O), like other major tech companies, has pursued high-profile deals and multi-million dollar compensation packages in recent months to accelerate its work on machines capable of surpassing human capabilities across various tasks. Meta Unveils Multi-Billion Dollar AI Data Center Push in…

While China’s human national football team may not be generating much buzz lately, a different kind of football match has captivated Beijing audiences: a fully autonomous, AI-powered competition featuring humanoid robots. hina’s AI Takes the Field: Humanoid Robots Play Autonomous Football Match in Beijing This groundbreaking event, held last Saturday night, saw four teams of humanoid robots battling it out in 3-on-3 matches, marking a significant milestone in China’s burgeoning artificial intelligence sector and a preview of the upcoming World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing. The key innovation? Complete autonomy. According to organizers, all participating robots operated entirely independently, utilizing…

Meta has announced the creation of Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL), a dedicated division focused on achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), marking a significant escalation in the tech giant’s AI ambitions. Meta Launches Superintelligence Labs, Poaching Top AI Talent from OpenAI and Google In an internal memo obtained by Euronews Next, CEO Mark Zuckerberg revealed that MSL will house several research teams working on fundamental AI models, including the company’s Llama software. Leading the charge is Alexandr Wang, the former CEO of Scale AI, a data annotation company that provides training datasets for AI firms. Meta’s recent $14.3 billion acquisition of…

A significantly upgraded GigaChat large language model (LLM) featuring enhanced reasoning capabilities, will soon be launched by Sberbank, Russia’s largest lender, according to First Deputy CEO Alexander Vedyakhin. In an exclusive interview with Reuters, Vedyakhin revealed that the new model will be capable of scientific research, marking a significant leap forward for Russian AI development. Sberbank to Unleash Reasoning-Capable LLM, Challenging West’s AI Lead “In the near future, we will release a new model,” Vedyakhin stated. “Our GigaChat will have reasoning functions, meaning it will be capable of scientific research. I’m already testing the beta version”. This advancement positions GigaChat…

OpenAI, the creator of the groundbreaking AI chatbot ChatGPT, has secured a significant $200 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense, the Pentagon announced Monday. This substantial award marks a major step for the rapidly expanding AI company and highlights the growing role of artificial intelligence in national security. OpenAI Wins $200 Million Pentagon Contract to Develop Cutting-Edge AI Tools The contract, detailed in a Pentagon press release, will see OpenAI develop prototype AI capabilities to address critical national security challenges across both wartime and commercial domains. The work will primarily be conducted in and around Washington, D.C., with…

In a world increasingly dominated by digital technology, a sobering truth persists: our reliance on paper is exacting a heavy toll on the environment. The Paper Problem: How Bureaucracy and Consumption Threaten the Planet (And What You Can Do) Fyself is a committed company to building a safer and more reliable internet, we’re tackling this complex issue, which too often gets overlooked amidst discussions of climate change and sustainability. The problem? Our relentless consumption of paper. A Forest of Concerns Producing just one ton of paper demands a significant sacrifice—the felling of 15 to 17 mature trees. These trees, vital…