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AMP Robotics attracts investment from Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund

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AMP Robotics , a Denver, Colorado-based startup creating robotic systems that can automatically sort recyclable material, today announced that it extended its Series C round to $99 million, thanks to an investment from Microsoft’s Climate Innovation Fund. ” A sorter machine from AMP Robotics.

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The future of healthcare: Why enterprises must embrace AI innovation

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The intersection of AI, software, and data management is set to revolutionize healthcare and will serve as a critical driver of medical innovation and improved patient outcomes. By analyzing vast datasets, AI can identify new chemical combinations and potential treatments for diseases like ALS and Alzheimer’s.

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World Fund joins $128M bet that quantum can deliver climate breakthroughs

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Quantum computing trades the bits of conventional computers for quantum bits, and in theory, quantum machines may be better suited for solving some highly complex problems in fields like chemistry and machine learning. ” Other investors in the latest round include the EU’s European Innovation Council and Tencent.

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Synthetic DNA startup Catalog partners with Seagate for its DNA-based data storage platform

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While a traditional microprocessor processes binary code, Seagate’s chip has tiny reservoirs that process small amounts of synthetic DNA in liquid form; liquid from one reservoir on the chip can be processed with liquid from another reservoir to produce a chemical reaction.

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400G: Building Bandwidth for the Next Lap

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Innovation and improvements in phase modulation and coherent reception increased spectral efficiency by about 20% yearly, effectively reducing costs by enhancing single-fibre capacity. Huawei’s second innovation is ultra-high component integration. The third innovation is the ultra-broadband optical amplifier.

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How the new AI executive order stacks up: B-

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In contrast, US regulators must have a light touch with startups to maintain the country’s leadership position in innovation. Naturally, such guidelines are only effective in encouraging innovation if they are consistently applied. Regulation of AI research and development makes little sense, given the speed of innovation.

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IT leaders explore footing amid shifting needs and the AI power struggle

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During COVID-19 lockdowns, for example, specialty chemicals manufacturer Albemarle developed a VPA to provide self-service assistance to over 7,000 employees at home, including a natural language interface with a chat bot, and enough AI to help people interface seamlessly with several business applications at a time.