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Meta and IBM form open-source alliance to counter big AI players
NASA, Intel, Yale University and more are involved.
Meta releases an open source AI kit that creates audio from text prompts
Meta has released a generative AI kit that lets you create music and sound effects from text prompts.
Meta and Microsoft release Llama 2, an AI language model for commercial use
Meta and Microsoft have unveiled a next-gen AI model, Llama 2, with a focus on responsibility.
Google is making its internal video-blurring privacy tool open source
Google has announced that two of its latest privacy-enhancing technologies (PETs), including one that blurs objects in a video, will be provided to anyone for free via open source.
DreamWorks Animation will open source its MoonRay renderer later this year
It used the tech in movies such as 'The Bad Guys' and 'Puss In Boots: The Last Wish.'
Repair your AirPods charging case with an unofficial 3D-printed kit
An unofficial kit lets you repair an AirPods charging case — and make the switch from Lightning to USB-C.
Microsoft open sources the code for 3D Movie Maker
Someone asked Microsoft for it, and the tech giant granted their request.
Google's Jigsaw open sources its anti-harassment tool to help protect journalists
It can help users easily detect, document and hide toxic comments on social media.
Ford makes it easier to 3D-print accessories for its Maverick pickup
Ford has released files to help you 3D-print accessories for its Maverick pickup truck.
TikTok's PC streaming app accused of violating an open source license
OBS has accused TikTok of violating an open source license with its livestreaming software.
Facebook will open up the Oculus Go to tinkerers with an unlocked OS
The discontinued headset will gain a second life.
Amazon open-sources its in-house game engine
Amazon is open-sourcing its Lumberyard game engine, making the technology more accessible to everyone.
Google's AI photo app uses crowdsourcing to preserve endangered languages
Google has unveiled an app, Woolaroo, that uses AI and crowdsourcing to preserve and foster endangered languages.
Google opens up its curious Fuschia OS to contributions from the public
Anyone can now access the project's bug tracker and technical roadmap.
MOD Duo X review: A do-it-all music box with potential
The MOD Duo X is a one-of-a-kind desktop effects processor that has the potential to do even more. It's excellent for building virtual pedalboards, but its synth features still feel unfinished. If you’re looking for an all-in-one device that can be a multi-effects unit, a direct recording box, a headphone practice amp and a live sound mangler the Duo X is a solid choice, as long as you’re willing to spend the $749.
Have I Been Pwned's code base will be open sourced
It'll help ensure 'a more sustainable future' for the project after a failed acquisition process.
NVIDIA’s chief scientist developed a low-cost, open-source ventilator
NVIDIA Chief Scientist Bill Dally released an open-source design for a low-cost, easy-to-assemble ventilator that he believes could be used to treat patients with COVID-19.
Facebook releases its 'Blender' chatbot as an open-source project
Facebook has spent years training its Blender chatbot on 9.4 billion conversational parameters. Now the company is releasing it as an open-source project.
Ventilator companies are opening up critical repair documents to the public
After being called out by the US Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), more ventilator manufacturers are sharing critical repair information.
Instagram founders reunite to create a COVID-19 spread tracker
Instagram's co-founders have reunited for a unique COVID-19 tracker that gauges efforts to fight the spread of the disease.
