AI 101 explainers

Business

Why China and Apple Intelligence remain key for tech giant's growth

China remains a critical metric for Apple's earnings, with analysts projecting a 2.6% fall in sales in the country. The world's largest company faces fierce competition from Chinese domestic phone makers, particularly Huawei.

31 July 2024

Markets

AI fuels surge in tech company earnings in Europe and the US

As the AI boom continues to fuel earnings on both sides of the Atlantic, European companies mirror the success of their US counterparts.

29 May 2024

Markets

Amazon earnings preview: A focus on AI-powered business growth

Amazon is set to unveil its first-quarter earnings after the US market closes on 30 April. The e-commerce behemoth is anticipated to showcase its advancements in the AI-powered cloud business.

30 April 2024

Business

Which European country is investing more in artificial intelligence?

Europe faces challenges in the adoption of artificial intelligence, including regulatory barriers and a shortage of skilled professionals. The Next Generation EU has committed €4.4 billion to AI initiatives, with two Southern European countries leading the way.

29 April 2024

Tech News

All consuming ChatGPT: How does AI impact the environment?

Three clicks to write a play or create a website: artificial intelligence systems (AI) may seem like magic, but their functions aren't environmentally neutral.

1 November 2023

Tech News

I wanted to become friends with an AI. Here's what I learned

Do friendships with an artificial intelligence (AI) only exist in science fiction? We tested a virtual companion app to explore human-machine relationships.

31 October 2023

Tech News

Does artificial intelligence have a gender? Yes and no

Certain types of AI, like digital assistants, often have so-called feminine characteristics. Why do programmers make this choice and what are the consequences?

30 October 2023

Tech News

How humanitarian organisations are investing in AI to save lives

AI supporting social solidarity? UNICEF and Médecins Sans Frontières are harnessing it to save lives. Find out how technology is supporting humanitarian work.

27 October 2023

Work

Facing redundancy: Which jobs will be lost due to AI?

ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney... these revolutionary new tools may well wipe out certain jobs tasks, or even whole professions. Which are under threat?

26 October 2023

Tech News

The history of AI: From Alan Turing to ChatGPT

In the first episode of our AI 101 series, explore the history of AI. Discover how it took off: from Alan Turing's test to the advent of ChatGPT.

25 October 2023