Sustainability Magazine Explores Europe’s Clean Energy Powered Machine Learning and AI Capacity. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Northern Data Group has become Europe’s largest provider of clean-energy-powered machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) capacity. Recognizing the need for high-performance compute technology, the company foresees the demand for increased computing capacity to support Generative AI development and other technical advancements.… Read the rest
Diving into the Quantum World: Advancements in Environmental and Health Sciences
Researchers and companies worldwide, including those at the University of Waterloo, are pushing the boundaries of quantum computing technology. The University’s Transformative Quantum Technologies (TQT) program, supported by the Institute for Quantum Computing (IQC), hosted its annual Quantum Opportunities and Showcase event on December 14th.… Read the rest
Duolingo Turns to AI for Language Translation, Resulting in Layoffs
A Reddit user has recently revealed that language-learning app Duolingo has made significant changes to its operations, leading to the layoff of a large number of contract translators. According to the user, known as No_Comb_4582, the decision was made to replace human translators with artificial intelligence (AI), in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce costs.… Read the rest
The Journey of Large Language Models: Insights and Future Implications
In the world of natural language processing, Large Language Models (LLMs) have revolutionized the way we understand and process language. From traditional statistical language models to the sophisticated neural network-based models like ChatGPT, LLMs have come a long way, bringing about significant advancements in training and deployment methods.… Read the rest
New Financial Regulations Allow Firms to Explore Blockchain Technology
A new era for financial regulations has begun as the UK regulators, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Bank of England, have implemented modified rules to provide a controlled environment for financial firms to experiment with trading securities on blockchain technology.… Read the rest
Deloitte Introduces AI-Powered Chatbot for Enhanced Employee Communication
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Deloitte, one of the Big Four accounting firms, has recently unveiled its latest innovation – the PairD chatbot. This artificial intelligence (AI) powered chatbot has been deployed across Deloitte’s workforce in Europe and the Middle East, totaling around 75,000 employees.… Read the rest
A Technological Breakthrough: Graphene Semiconductors Revolutionize the Electronics Industry
Summary: The creation of the world’s first functional graphene semiconductor by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology has the potential to reshape the landscape of computing and electronics. This breakthrough comes at a critical juncture as silicon, the material utilized in most electronic devices, is approaching its physical limits.… Read the rest
AAEON Launches Revolutionary EPIC-RPS9 Embedded Board
AAEON, a renowned player in the field of embedded computing, has recently unveiled its groundbreaking EPIC-RPS9 board. This latest addition to the 4″ EPIC Board family is a game-changer in the world of small form factor Single Board Computers (SBCs). Notably, EPIC-RPS9 is the smallest SBC that supports up to 65W socket-type CPUs from Intel’s 13th Generation Core Processor platform.… Read the rest
Sea Turtle Nesting: Exploring Insights and Conservation Efforts
Sea turtles are not only iconic creatures in the marine world but also crucial for maintaining the health of our oceans. However, their survival is often threatened by various environmental and human-induced factors. A recent study has delved into the complexities of sea turtle nesting, using machine learning techniques to gain valuable insights.… Read the rest
Concerns Raised Over Privacy and Security Risks of AI Systems
A new report from the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) highlights the growing privacy and security challenges posed by the increasing deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) systems. While AI technologies have been integrated into online services at a rapid pace, there are significant threats that these systems face throughout different stages of their operations.… Read the rest