Apple has acquired the Israeli start-up Q.AI for approximately $2 billion, marking one of its largest acquisitions to date. Q.AI specializes in “silent speech” technology, which interprets facial movements to control AI systems, aiming to enhance Apple’s smart wearable devices and compete with Meta, Google, and OpenAI in the personal AI field. This strategic move highlights Apple’s focus on strengthening its computer vision and AI capabilities and follows concerns about its standing in the AI race.
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For approximately $2B: Apple acquires a secret Israeli start-up
Apple has acquired the Israeli start-up Q.AI for approximately $2 billion, marking one of its largest acquisitions to date. Q.AI specializes in “silent speech” technology, which interprets facial movements to control AI systems, aiming to enhance Apple’s smart wearable devices and compete with Meta, Google, and OpenAI in the personal AI field. This strategic move highlights Apple’s focus on strengthening its computer vision and AI capabilities and follows concerns about its standing in the AI race.