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ForkLog 64 19.08.2024

Swiss Firm Offers Biocomputer Rentals Using Human Brain Cells

Swiss company FinalSpark has developed a computer architecture from living biological matter—organoids of the human brain—and is renting it to scientists for $500 a month, reports Live Science. The aim is to create a solution for developing energy-efficient artificial intelligence models. FinalSpark co-founder Fred Jordan stated that using computers made from organic materials could be […]

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ForkLog 29 16.08.2024

AI and Crypto: Bubble or Future?

Cryptocurrency projects linked to artificial intelligence may face setbacks due to a potential “bubble burst” in the sector, experts have suggested. A growing group of Wall Street analysts is concerned about the massive investments in AI, which could lead to a financial bubble. The technology may not generate enough profit to justify the billions invested. […]

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ForkLog 27 16.08.2024

US Lawsuit Targets AI ‘Deepfake’ Websites Exploiting Women

The office of San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu filed a lawsuit against the owners of 16 of the world’s largest websites that use AI to “undress” women and girls in photos without their consent. The document cites violations of state and federal laws concerning deepfake pornography, revenge porn, and materials related to child sexual […]

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ForkLog 152 15.08.2024

AI Energy Consumption Surpasses Bitcoin Mining

The energy consumption of AI likely already exceeds that of Bitcoin mining, according to a study by the Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI). The report states that annual energy consumption at mining facilities is approximately 121.13 TWh. In 2023, AI consumed between 20 and 125 TWh. A more precise estimate is challenging, as data centers supporting […]

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ForkLog 46 15.08.2024

SoftBank Abandons AI Chip Partnership with Intel, Reports FT

SoftBank had been in discussions with Intel regarding the production of artificial intelligence chips to compete with Nvidia, but has decided against the plan. This is according to sources cited by the FT. The American manufacturer was unable to meet the Japanese group’s requirements, the newspaper noted. Talks may resume in the future. Collaboration between […]

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ForkLog 19 14.08.2024

Mercedes-Benz Partners with ByteDance for AI Integration

The German automotive giant Mercedes-Benz has formed a partnership with ByteDance’s cloud division, Volcano Engine, to collaborate on artificial intelligence. This was reported by SCMP. The companies have signed a memorandum of strategic cooperation in the fields of big data, large language models (LLM), and artificial intelligence. The deal involves applying the AI technology underlying […]

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ForkLog 23 14.08.2024

God or golem? Why AI inspires religious awe

Individuum has released a Russian translation of American writer Meghan O’Gieblyn’s book «Бог, человек, животное, машина. Поиски смысла в расколдованном мире». With the publisher’s permission, we present an excerpt explaining how a seemingly odd religious observation by Norbert Wiener, the father of cybernetics, has been clarified by the rise of modern artificial intelligence. Data: Individuum. […]

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ForkLog 107 14.08.2024

xAI Launches Grok-2 with Image Generation Capabilities

Elon Musk’s company xAI has launched the beta version of Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini. The neural network can generate images in X and is said to have “advanced capabilities in chat, programming, and reasoning.” https://t.co/2QIqApWk0Y — xAI (@xai) August 14, 2024 The advanced Grok-2 model and its lighter version are available to Premium and Premium+ […]

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ForkLog 21 14.08.2024

Google Unveils AI-Enhanced Pixel Smartphones

Google has launched its new Pixel 9 smartphone range, featuring the default AI assistant Gemini, the Gemini Live voice chatbot, watches, headphones, and other AI-focused products. Pixel 9 Four new smartphones from Google will be available: Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold. The Pixel 9 Pro, priced from […]

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ForkLog 13 13.08.2024

Huawei Prepares to Launch AI Chip Amidst US Sanctions

Huawei is on the verge of launching a new AI chip in a bid to challenge Nvidia in China amidst US sanctions, according to WSJ, citing sources. In recent weeks, Chinese telecommunications and internet companies have been testing the Ascend 910C processor, the newspaper reports. Huawei has informed potential clients that it is comparable to […]

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ForkLog 40 13.08.2024

Tether to Challenge Tech Giants in AI Sector

Tether plans to invest in the AI sector by promoting decentralization and Bitcoin ethics, such as freedom of speech and access to technology and finance. This was revealed by the company’s CEO, Paolo Ardoino, in an interview with WIRED. “The concept of decentralization can be applied to various fields, such as artificial intelligence. We see […]

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ForkLog 17 12.08.2024

Intel Unveils AI-Focused Automotive Processor

Intel has unveiled its first discrete graphics processor for vehicles, aimed at enhancing AI capabilities, during the AI Cockpit Innovation Experience event in China. Intel’s first discrete GPU for vehicles will bring #AI and increased compute to the #automotive industry, paving the way for a future of smarter, safer and more personalized driving. Learn more […]

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