Chinese military institutions, state-run AI research centers, and universities have found ways to obtain Nvidia’s AI and HPC GPUs, such as the A100 and H100 models, even with US export restrictions in place. Although the US banned the exports of these chips to China and Hong Kong in September 2022, individuals in China continued to acquire them, as reported by Reuters.… Read the rest
The Potential of Quantum Computing in Revolutionizing Generative AI
Generative AI, with its large language models like ChatGPT, has seen remarkable growth and finds applications in various industries. However, the financial and environmental challenges associated with these models cannot be ignored. Training and utilizing generative AI models like ChatGPT incur substantial costs and have a significant environmental impact, emitting tons of CO2.… Read the rest
Actor Ned Luke Takes a Stand Against Unauthorized Voice Chatbot
Actor Ned Luke, known for his role as Michael De Santa in GTA 5, recently called out an AI company for releasing an unlicensed voice chatbot based on his character. Luke’s strong response led to the bot being removed from the internet.… Read the rest
New RTX 4070 Super Offers More Options for Buyers
Summary: Nvidia’s upcoming RTX 4070 Super graphics card will not replace the current RTX 4070, providing buyers with more options to choose from. Priced at $599, the RTX 4070 Super offers improved performance compared to the 4070, while the latter’s price drops to $549.… Read the rest
Growing Concerns over Geopolitical Tensions in Davos
As global leaders gather in Davos, Switzerland for the World Economic Forum (WEF), concerns about escalating geopolitical tensions are taking center stage. The annual gathering, which aims to rebuild trust and address global challenges, is being overshadowed by potential flash points in Ukraine, the Middle East, and Taiwan, further destabilizing an already shaky global economy.… Read the rest
Intel’s Battlemage GPU Rumored to Focus on Mainstream Sales
Summary: Recent rumors suggest that Intel’s next graphics architecture, Battlemage, may not compete against high-end GPUs like the RX 7900-series or RTX 4080. Instead, it is rumored to focus on mainstream sales, targeting the bulk of GPU buyers. The claims come from a YouTube channel, RedGamingTech, which previously provided details about the Battlemage chip’s core specifications.… Read the rest
Kiko Kostadinov’s Latest Collaboration with ASICS: The Innovative GEL-Novalis Mule
In a continuation of his groundbreaking partnership with ASICS, Kiko Kostadinov is set to release his highly anticipated GEL-Novalis Mule in 2024. Known for his unique blend of runway aesthetics and technical wear, Kostadinov has captured the sneaker world’s attention with his previous designs and continues to push the boundaries of footwear innovation.… Read the rest
AMD Ryzen 8000 APUs Limitations Impact Gaming Performance
Summary: AMD’s new low-end Ryzen 8000 CPUs with integrated graphics, specifically the Phoenix 1 processors, are facing limitations that will impact gaming performance. The APUs will be unable to run PCIe 4.0 SSDs at their full potential speed and will also experience slower gaming performance when using a separate graphics card.… Read the rest
Indian Export Costs Soar as Attacks on Shipping Increase
Summary: The Yemeni Houthi militia’s attacks on ships in the Red Sea have caused the cost of Indian exports to more than double, industry experts report. The recent attack on a US-owned ship bound for the Suez Canal, carried out by the Iran-backed Houthi rebels, has further heightened tensions in the strategic region.… Read the rest
New Study Challenges Existence of Quantum Cheshire Cat Effect
A recent study has questioned the long-held belief in the existence of the quantum Cheshire cat effect. Physicists have long considered the idea that particles can be separated from their properties, similar to how the Cheshire cat in Alice in Wonderland can vanish, leaving only its grin behind.… Read the rest