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Google pledges 25 million euros to boost AI skills in Europe

LONDON: Google has pledged 25 million euros ($26.98 million ) to help people in Europe learn to use artificial intelligence (AI). Announcing the funding on Monday, the tech giant said it had opened applications for social enterprises and nonprofits that could help reach those most likely to benefit from training. The firm will also run a series of “growth academies” to support companies using AI to scale their companies and has expanded its free online AI training courses to 18 languages. “Research shows that the benefits of AI could exacerbate existing inequalities — especially in terms of economic security and employment,” said Adrian Brown, executive director of the Centre for Public Impact, which is running the nonprofit scheme alongside Google. “This new program will help people across Europe develop their knowledge, skills and confidence around AI, ensuring that no one is left behind,” Last month, Google announced it would...

Ancient ‘Loch Ness moпѕteг’ fossil from 3 million years ago shows signs of jаw arthritis

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The recent discovery of an ancient ‘Loch Ness moпѕteг’-like fossil, dating back approximately 3 million years, has unveiled intriguing details about prehistoric creatures. Found to display indications of jаw arthritis, this remarkable finding not only sheds light on the existence of an enigmatic sea-dwelling creature reminiscent of the famed Loch Ness moпѕteг but also offeгѕ a fascinating glimpse into the health and рoteпtіаɩ сһаɩɩeпɡeѕ fасed by ancient marine reptiles. The ᴜпeагtһed fossil’s resemblance to the ɩeɡeпdагу Loch Ness moпѕteг immediately сарtᴜгed the public’s imagination, drawing attention to a creature that lived in an eга long before the гeіɡп of humans. Beyond its resemblances to the mythical creature, the presence of signs of jаw arthritis in this ancient marine reptile presents an intriguing aspect of paleontological study. It offeгѕ insights into the рoteпtіаɩ difficulties and physical conditions that these creatures might have encountered during their existen...

EU hits Intel with $400 million antitrust fine in long-running computer chip case

European Union antitrust enforcers have slapped Intel with a fresh $400 million fine in a long-running legal fight that the chipmaker appeared to have won last year LONDON -- European Union antitrust enforcers slapped Intel on Friday with a fresh $400 million fine in a long-running legal fight that the chipmaker appeared to have won last year. The European Commission imposed the 376.4 million -euro fine after a court threw out an original 1.06 billion-euro penalty issued in 2009 over allegations that the Santa Clara, California-based company used illegal sales tactics to shut out smaller rival AMD. The commission, the 27-nation bloc's top antitrust watchdog, accused Intel of abusing its dominant position in the global market for x86 microprocessors with a strategy to exclude rivals by using rebates and sales restrictions. The EU’s General Court last year annulled the original decision, saying that the commission's analysis of the rebates didn't meet legal standards. H...

Powerball jackpot surges to $750 million for Wednesday drawing

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A $750 million Powerball jackpot is up for grabs on Wednesday night. The Powerball jackpot has grown to $750 million for Wednesday night's drawing -- the Game 's sixth-largest prize ever. The top prize has a cash value of $378.8 million. The Powerball jackpot was last hit on April 19. There have been 35 consecutive drawings without a win since someone in Ohio claimed that $252.6 million prize. A person plays Powerball lottery at a gas station, July 11, 2023, in Trona, Calif. Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images "Whether it's your first time buying a ticket or you frequently play, if you win the jackpot remember to first, sign your ticket and reach out to your local lottery with any questions," said Drew Svitko, Powerball product group chair and Pennsylvania Lottery executive director. "Your local lottery is the best resource for information on ticket sale cut-off times and how to claim a prize." The winner would have the choice between annu...

Hawks' Bogdan Bogdanovic agrees to four-year, $68 million contract extension

The Atlanta Hawks and Bogdan Bogdanovic have agreed to a four -year , $68 million contract extension , a deal that has been confirmed by CBS Sports ' Bill Reiter. Bogdanovic had an $18 million player option for the 2023-24 season, which he is declining, meaning this new contract will kick in at the start of next season.  In his third season with the Hawks, Bogdanovic is averaging 14.1 points, 3.2 rebounds and nearly three assists while primarily coming off the bench. Bogdanovic provides the Hawks with high-level 3-point shooting, where he's making over 40% of his attempts.  Despite missing the first month of the regular season due to a knee injury, Bogdanovic has steadily improved over the course of the season, which included shooting over 50% from beyond the arc in February.  From a financial standpoint, this new deal saves the Hawks a tiny bit of money for next year, and it's a palatable deal in ...