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AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

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Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

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Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

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AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

Grok, Elon Muskโ€™s AI chatbot, briefly blocked results claiming Musk and Trump spread misinformation due to an unauthorised system update.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5โ€™s new Tesla charging port faces real-world challenges due to its placement. Find out how this affects EV owners.

Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

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AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

Grok, Elon Muskโ€™s AI chatbot, briefly blocked results claiming Musk and Trump spread misinformation due to an unauthorised system update.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5โ€™s new Tesla charging port faces real-world challenges due to its placement. Find out how this affects EV owners.

Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

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Crunchyroll and Sony partners unveil anime adaptation of Ghost of Tsushima: Legends

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Evangelion store marks two decades with new merchandise and an anniversary fair

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AmiAmi launches on Shopee Singapore, bringing exclusive Japanese collectibles to fans

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Crunchyroll Anime Awards to return to Tokyo on 25 May 2025

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Cybersecurity

AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

Grok, Elon Muskโ€™s AI chatbot, briefly blocked results claiming Musk and Trump spread misinformation due to an unauthorised system update.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5โ€™s new Tesla charging port faces real-world challenges due to its placement. Find out how this affects EV owners.

Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

Marketing

AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

Grok, Elon Muskโ€™s AI chatbot, briefly blocked results claiming Musk and Trump spread misinformation due to an unauthorised system update.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5โ€™s new Tesla charging port faces real-world challenges due to its placement. Find out how this affects EV owners.

Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

Southeast Asia

AI chatbot Grok briefly restricted results on Musk and Trump

Grok, Elon Muskโ€™s AI chatbot, briefly blocked results claiming Musk and Trump spread misinformation due to an unauthorised system update.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang added to 2026 Asian Games as esports lineup expands

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang will be a medalled event at the 2026 Asian Games, joining a growing esports lineup at the international competition.

Meta AI expands to the Middle East and Africa with Arabic language support

Meta AI expands to MENA, adding Arabic support and new features on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Messenger, reaching millions of new users.

Hyundaiโ€™s NACS port faces a major issue at Tesla charging stations

The 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5โ€™s new Tesla charging port faces real-world challenges due to its placement. Find out how this affects EV owners.

Apple commits US$500 billion to US manufacturing, including a new AI server facility in Houston

Apple is investing US$500 billion in US manufacturing and AI, including a new AI server facility in Houston, as part of a broader expansion effort.

Geek

Aetherdrift brings high-speed action to Magic: The Gathering fans

MTG's Aetherdrift brings high-speed action, new mechanics, and exclusive collectibles in an epic multiverse race starting 7 February.

Crunchyroll and Sony partners unveil anime adaptation of Ghost of Tsushima: Legends

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Celebrate 20 years of EVANGELION with exclusive merchandise and special gifts at the anniversary fair, only at the EVANGELION STORE.

AmiAmi launches on Shopee Singapore, bringing exclusive Japanese collectibles to fans

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Crunchyroll Anime Awards to return to Tokyo on 25 May 2025

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OpenAI introduces a cutting-edge audio tool capable of replicating human voices

OpenAI unveils Voice Engine, an audio tool that accurately replicates human voices, showcasing the potential and ethical considerations of AI advancements.

OpenAI, a leading name in the artificial intelligence sector, has recently showcased its latest advancement: an audio tool with the ability to convert text into speech that sounds remarkably human. This development is at the forefront of AI technology, yet it also introduces potential concerns regarding the creation of deepfakes.

A cautious rollout amid ethical considerations

So far, the new tool, named Voice Engine, has been made available to a select group of around 10 developers. Despite plans for a broader release to potentially 100 developers, OpenAI decided to limit access after consulting with various stakeholders, including policymakers, industry specialists, and educational professionals. This cautious approach, detailed in a company blog post on March 29, reflects the potential ethical and safety implications, particularly in the context of an election year.

Voice Engine differs from previous audio content technologies by accurately replicating the voice of specific individuals, requiring only a 15-second audio sample. During a demonstration, Bloomberg experienced a clip in which OpenAIโ€™s CEO, Sam Altman, discussed the technology in a voice generated by the AI that was virtually indistinguishable from his own.

However, OpenAI is proceeding with caution due to the precise nature of the voice replication, emphasizing the importance of safety in its use. The technologyโ€™s potential benefits were also highlighted, such as assisting patients at the Norman Prince Neurosciences Institute to regain their voices. In one instance, a young patient was able to speak clearly again for a school project after losing her voice to a brain tumour, thanks to the Voice Engine.

Expanding the potential of voice replication

Moreover, the toolโ€™s capability extends to translating generated audio into various languages, proving useful for companies like Spotify in making content more accessible across different linguistic groups. OpenAI has outlined strict usage policies for its partners, including obtaining consent from the voiceโ€™s original owner and informing listeners that the speech they hear is AI-generated. Additionally, an inaudible audio watermark is being used to track the origin of audio clips.

As OpenAI considers wider release, it seeks feedback to gauge the global response to such technology, emphasizing the importance of public understanding and preparation for AI advancements. The firm is advocating for measures to increase societal resilience against the potential misuse of AI technologies, such as phasing out voice authentication in banks and educating the public on detecting AI-generated content.

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