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Writer's pictureKrzysztof Kosman

Week in IT Digest 2024-06-20

The single most important news this week is Nvidia becoming the world’s most valuable company. This milestone is significant for IT professionals and entrepreneurs as it signals the indispensable role of AI and advanced hardware in shaping the future of technology. Staying current with such shifts can offer crucial insights for strategic business decisions and tech development. 💡


The recent flurry of activity around AI and quantum computing suggests that we are on the brink of another technological leap. Startups focused on post-quantum encryption and safer AI systems highlight a growing emphasis on security and responsible innovation. The considerable investment in these fields underlines the urgency with which businesses are preparing for the next wave of tech disruptions. Inevitably, these advancements will push developers and entrepreneurs to prioritize ethical considerations and seamless integration of AI technologies across sectors. 🚀


Nvidia’s remarkable rise and Amazon’s infrastructural expansion point to a profound shift in how computing and logistics will evolve. With more investments being funneled into cloud and AI-driven platforms, businesses must adapt to this rapid transformation to stay competitive. Developers and IT professionals will need to develop new skills to harness these powerful tools, while the infrastructure supporting these technologies will see continuous optimization. This ecosystem enhances opportunities for innovation but requires a proactive approach to embrace and lead in these developments. 🌐


Advancements in AI and Quantum Computing

  1. AI-assisted automation for clouds and networks climbs Gartner’s hype cycles The article discusses AI-assisted automation for clouds and networks climbing Gartner’s hype cycles.

  2. UK cybersecurity startup PQShield raises $37M for post-quantum cryptography UK cybersecurity startup PQShield raises $37M for post-quantum cryptography. PQShield announced a Series B raise to develop new cryptographic systems to withstand cyber attacks.

  3. OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever’s new startup aims to create 'safe superintelligence’ Article discusses OpenAI co-founder Ilya Sutskever’s new startup that aims to create 'safe superintelligence’.

  4. French quantum computing startup C12 raises €18M to stabilize qubits with carbon nanotubes French quantum computing startup C12 has raised €18M to stabilize qubits with carbon nanotubes, potentially revolutionizing next-generation computers.

Infrastructure Investments and Technological Milestones

  1. Nvidia becomes world’s most valuable company Nvidia has become the most valuable company in the world, surpassing Microsoft. It previously overtook Alphabet and Amazon, then Apple, to claim the number one spot.

  2. Rocket Lab preps landmark rocket launch Rocket Lab is getting ready for its 50th Electron rocket launch, a significant milestone in its history.

  3. Fusion Sparks an Energy Revolution Fusion technology reaches a new milestone as it transitions from lab experiment to power plant.

  4. Amazon to spend €10B on expanding its cloud and logistics operations in Germany Amazon will invest €10 billion to upgrade its data center infrastructure and logistics network in Germany, following its recent plans for AWS European Sovereign Cloud platform.

Technological Innovations in Consumer Products

  1. iOS 18 Allows Third-Party Apps to Offer Spatial Video Recording on iPhone 15 Pro iOS 18 introduces the ability for third-party apps to offer spatial video recording on iPhone 15 Pro models, allowing playback on Apple’s Vision Pro headset. Apple released an API for developers to implement this feature in any app, expanding beyond the built-in Camera app.

  2. Tech breakthrough could mean vastly improved battery life for Apple Watch and AirPods Apple’s wearable devices, like the Apple Watch and AirPods, could see significant battery life improvements with the development of next-gen solid-state battery technology by TDK.

  3. Earbuds with solid-state audio drivers are about to go mainstream Earbuds with solid-state audio drivers are poised to become mainstream.

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