Alibaba to Invest $52 Billion in AI and Cloud Computing, and more...

Engadget Names Best Cameras for 2025, with Major Upgrades in Performance and Features 📸

The latest crop of cameras offers significant improvements in autofocus, video capabilities, and sensor technology, catering to both photographers and content creators.
Models like the Nikon Z50 II, Sony ZV-E10 II, and Canon EOS R5 II boast enhanced features such as faster burst speeds, improved autofocus, and advanced video recording capabilities.
These advancements are set to benefit a wide range of users, from beginners to professionals, by providing more versatile and powerful tools for capturing high-quality images and videos.

Nvidia’s demand for AI chips is facing scrutiny due to the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI firm that has developed efficient models at a fraction of the cost.
DeepSeek’s breakthrough models have sparked doubts about the necessity of massive AI spending by tech giants like Meta and Microsoft, which have committed to spending over $60 billion each this year.
The implications of DeepSeek’s success could lead to a reevaluation of AI spending plans, potentially affecting the revenue and profit growth of data center providers and chipmakers like Nvidia.

Twice’s music video for “Talk That Talk” has surpassed 200 million views on YouTube, marking another milestone for the K-pop group.
The song is the main track from their 11th EP “Between 1&2,” which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 chart.
This achievement further solidifies Twice’s position as one of the most popular K-pop groups globally, with a significant online presence.

Alibaba plans to invest over $52 billion in AI and cloud computing over the next three years, a significant boost to its technology capabilities.
The investment follows the success of Alibaba’s Qwen 2.5 AI model, which has been competitive with global leaders, including DeepSeek-V3.
This massive investment is expected to strengthen Alibaba’s position in the AI market, enabling it to capture growing demand for cloud computing services.

Leaked benchmarks reveal the Nvidia GeForce RTX 5070 Ti offers varied performance improvements over the RTX 4070 Super, depending on the resolution and game.
The RTX 5070 Ti demonstrates better performance gains at higher resolutions, such as QHD and UHD, but shows less significant improvements at FHD in some games.
These mixed results suggest that the RTX 5070 Ti may not be a clear upgrade for all users, particularly those who primarily play at FHD resolutions.

Grok 3, the latest AI model from xAI, has been met with scepticism due to its high price and underwhelming performance.
Despite its enhanced speed and new features like DeepSearch, Grok 3 struggles to outshine free alternatives like Perplexity AI, which offer similar capabilities at no cost.
The hefty price tag of $40 per month for X Premium+ and $30 per month for the upcoming SuperGrok subscription may deter potential users, who are increasingly price-sensitive and seeking cost-effective AI solutions.

Amazon will discontinue its “Download & Transfer via USB” option for Kindle e-books on February 26, 2025, affecting users who want to backup their libraries.
This change means Kindle e-books can only be transferred to Kindle devices via Wi-Fi or cellular connections, or accessed through the Kindle app or Kindle for web.
The removal of this feature makes it impossible for users to convert Kindle books to other formats for non-Kindle e-readers, potentially limiting access to purchased titles if Amazon loses licensing rights.