Technology Pick

Microsoft is introducing a new pricing model for its Copilot for Security chatbot, set for release on April 1st. This chatbot, leveraging large language models (LLMs), aids cybersecurity professionals.

Dubai's Ministry of Finance has successfully concluded the second phase of integrating Robotic Process Automation (RPA), employing bots to automate 1.8 million transactions with over 98% accuracy, resulting in a saving of 39,000 working hours. Aligned with the 2023-2026 Strategic Plan, this initiative has streamlined 63 processes, achieving a remarkable 95% reduction in errors and a 65% decrease in average handling time. This strategic move aligns with the UAE's 2031 vision, emphasizing innovation and excellence in government affairs.

Engineers at the University of Waterloo have pioneered a groundbreaking innovation: a highly efficient antenna small enough to be housed within a ring, yet capable of transmitting crucial medical data to both healthcare providers and individual patients.

As per a recent survey conducted by Kaspersky, more than half of the surveyed employees in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa (META) region express a deficiency in digital skills when working with computers and other digital devices. The respondents believe that by enhancing their digital skills, they could potentially increase their earnings by an average of 41%.

Reports indicate that the active social media user count has surged past 5 billion, with Meta's Facebook leading the pack at 2.19 billion users. Following closely behind are Meta's Instagram with 1.65 billion users, and TikTok with 1.56 billion users.

OpenAI's study on GPT-4 suggests that the advanced AI model provides only a marginal advantage over the regular internet in researching bioweapons. The research, conducted by OpenAI's readiness team, aimed to assess the risks and potential misuse of their AI models.

The field of brain-machine or brain-computer interface research has been making tremendous progress with the possibility of installing brain implants in humans.

In a technological leap, Tesla's humanoid robot, Optimus, has astounded the world by autonomously folding a black t-shirt with remarkable precision. The video, shared on social media, showcases Optimus seamlessly retrieving and folding the garment, displaying a level of dexterity that mimics human-like movements.

WhatsApp is reportedly extending its ‘Chat Lock’ feature (initially introduced for Android and iOS) to the web client. This feature, not initially available on the web, adds an extra layer of security by allowing users to lock individual chats.

Towards the conclusion of 2023, Telegram rolled out a significant update, marking a notable improvement in its chat application. This update followed a series of nine releases throughout the year.