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  • [New] The JSE will gain access to AWS Generative AI capabilities, through Amazon Bedrock, a fully managed service that offers a choice of high-performing foundation models from leading AI companies and Amazon via a single API. TechFinancials
  • [New] TikTok is likely worth tens of billions of dollars, an amount only the biggest tech companies - like Google, Meta, Microsoft or Amazon - could afford. NPR
  • [New] Another threat is mega-tech firms like Google, Amazon, Meta Platforms, and Microsoft developing internal chip capabilities, which may be more tailored for enterprise-specific workloads. Seeking Alpha
  • [New] Model Builder support for fine-tuning LLMs on Data Cloud data will be available later in 2024, starting with Amazon Bedrock, Google Vertex AI, and OpenAI LLMs. Salesforce
  • AI assistants like their Amazon CodeWhisperer will soon streamline developer's learning, handle tedious tasks, and facilitate innovation. Newsbytes.PH
  • Enterprises like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, and Google have heavily invested in AI-focused startups and projects because of their promising potential. investing.com
  • The rising demand for generative AI products could generate $280 billion in new software revenue, benefiting companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and NVIDIA. AI Hub Review
  • Amazon Web Services Mexico, a unit of Amazon.com Inc, announced on Monday it will invest $5 billion to open a cluster of data centers in Mexico, amid growing demand for cloud services as more firms adopt new technologies. Cyprus Mail
  • Product Recall for Orange Vest-Style Buoyancy Aid sold via Amazon presenting a serious risk of drowning. GOV.UK
  • Salesforce will support Amazon Bedrock as part of Salesforce's open model ecosystem strategy and will expand its use of AWS, including compute, storage, data and AI technologies. poffringa
  • In 2024 apprentices could be a solutions architect in Amazon Web Services, a marketer in Amazon Music, or work with cutting-edge technology in operations as an engineer. Need to See IT Publishing
  • For 2024, taking on an Amazon apprenticeship could mean gaining experience as a solutions architect in Amazon Web Services or a marketer with Amazon Music or in working with cutting-edge technology in operations as an engineer. UK About Amazon
  • A trip to Brazil will provide a few natural wonders like exploring the Amazon Rainforest or hiking to the Iguazu Waterfalls. AffordableTours.com
  • With industry leaders such as Amazon, Microsoft and Google seeking to improve sustainability by reducing their carbon footprint and moving away from diesel usage, there could be increased demand for hydrogen in stationary business applications. MarketScreener
  • Some of the world's largest cloud computing firms, including Alphabet, Amazon, and Cloudflare, have found a way to save billions by extending the lifespan of their servers - a move expected to significantly reduce depreciation costs, increase net income, and contribute to their bottom lines. TechRadar pro
  • Up to half of the Amazon rainforest could hit a tipping point by 2050 as a result of water stress, land clearance and climate disruption, a study has shown. The Guardian
  • One significant opportunity requiring legislative change is allowing ISPs to charge major content providers (like Amazon, Google and Netflix) for express access to their networks. CapX
  • Amazon will likely refine its voice search capabilities, making it easier for users to find and purchase products using voice commands. productsup.com
  • There will be more job opportunities as the streaming services sector grows in popularity due to the flood of subscribers on Netflix, Inc., Disney +, and Amazon Prime. Yahoo Finance
  • Knowing that the cost to acquire a single public IPv4 address has skyrocketed, surpassing a 300% increase over the past 5 years, Amazon Web Services has recently rolled out a significant change that will have a direct impact on businesses relying on them for their cloud services. Medium
  • Services like Amazon, Hulu, Netflix, and Amazon Prime are widely available across many platforms, but not all smart TVs will support all apps. Lifewire
  • Large parts of the Amazon forest are projected to die within this century due to climate and land-use changes, which could trigger cascading effects and push Earth's climate to a substantially warmer and unpredictable state. Official blog of the Met Office news team

Last updated: 24 March 2024



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