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OpenAI starts offering a biology-tuned LLM

On Thursday, OpenAI announced it had developed a large language model specifically trained on common biology workflows. Called GPT-Rosalind after Rosalind Franklin, the model appears to differ from most science-focused models from major tech companies, which have generally taken a…

Gucci-branded Google smart glasses are coming next year

Google’s “Project Aura” will be its first Android XR glasses, expected later this year. | Image: Google, Xreal Google is reportedly partnering with Gucci to make a pair of AI smart glasses stylish enough people might actually want to wear…

Ballmer gives $80 million to NPR, with strings attached

Connie Ballmer, wife of former Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer and co-founder of the Ballmer Group, has given $80 million to NPR. That’s roughly seven years’ worth of government funding ($11.2m) after Trump and Congress cut funds for public media, but…

Netflix embraces vertical video with major mobile app update

Netflix announced on Thursday that it will be launching a redesigned mobile app, which will include a vertical video feed, at the end of April. “This redesign will better reflect our expanding entertainment offering and make it easier for members…