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Rethinking AI Inference: Why CPUs Are Making a Comeback for LLMs
A growing movement is rethinking the CPU-GPU split for LLM inference, enabling efficient on-device AI and reducing reliance on expensive GPUs.
Samsung's New Memory Tech Uses Wafer Bonding to Tackle AI Bottlenecks
Samsung's zHBM, zNAND-O and BV-NAND use wafer bonding to boost AI memory performance. This marks a shift in how memory integrates with logic.
ByteDance Pushes Toward Anthropic With 10-Trillion Parameter AI Model
ByteDance is training a 10-trillion parameter AI model to rival Anthropic's Mythos. The Chinese giant's effort is three times larger than any previous Chinese system, signaling a narrowing gap with US labs.
AI Creates Novel Viruses in Breakthrough That Stirs Biosecurity Debate
Researchers used AI to generate 16 new viruses, accelerating pathogen research but raising dual-use concerns.
The Feedback Loop of AI Writing Preference
A new study reveals that people prefer AI-generated text largely because the AI is trained on human writing, creating a self-reinforcing cycle.
AI Flight Coach System Transforms FPV Drone Training
An AI flight coach called Learning uses real-time feedback to help FPV drone pilots improve. It analyzes inputs and provides corrective hints.
DeepMind's Open-Source Model WeatherNext Reshapes Hurricane Forecasting
DeepMind's WeatherNext AI predicts hurricanes earlier using lower-resolution data and will be open-sourced. Researchers don't fully understand how it works, raising trust questions.
Google AI Overviews Hallucinated Gold Inside Flock Security Cameras
Google's AI Overviews falsely told users that Flock's cameras contain valuable gold, a claim that started as a meme. The incident underscores ongoing challenges with AI hallucination and misinformation.
Google Maps Adds Conversational AI With Ask Maps Feature
Google Maps introduces Ask Maps, a conversational AI feature that lets users perform tasks with natural language queries, simplifying navigation and local discovery.
AI Weather Prediction Advances But Monetization Remains Elusive
WindBorne Systems raises $15M to scale AI-powered weather balloons. The technology improves forecasts but the business model faces challenges.
Closing the Data Gap in AI Drug Discovery
AI models in drug discovery hit a data wall without negative results. Cytiva's Paul Belcher says closing the loop requires sharing failures and better lab integration.
Wrinkles Uses AI to Reveal Forgotten Stories of Everyday Places
An AI-powered audio guide app called Wrinkles uncovers hidden histories and local stories. Available on iOS and Android, it transforms how people explore their surroundings by delivering personalized audio tours.
Tiny Chip, Big Ambition: How an $8 Microcontroller Runs a Language Model
A small language model has been trained to run on an $8 ESP32-S3 microcontroller, proving that edge AI can exist on ultra-low-cost hardware.
OpenAI's GPT-Live Brings Full-Duplex Voice to ChatGPT
OpenAI launches GPT-Live voice models with full-duplex architecture, allowing simultaneous listening and speaking. The upgrade replaces Advanced Voice Mode and rolls out across platforms.
LinkedIn Keeps GPU Spending Flat, Citing Efficiency Gains Over Hardware Expansion
LinkedIn says it will not increase AI hardware spending this year, having doubled GPU efficiency through optimization. The move contrasts with Microsoft's massive capital expenditure.
Human Expertise Remains Key to Formula One's AI-Driven Competitive Edge
Formula One teams rely on AI for data analysis, but human judgment remains the decisive factor. Aston Martin Aramco executives highlight the importance of professional handcraft in unlocking AI's potential.
AI Has Quietly Become Standard in Hollywood Filmmaking
A new report reveals AI is now ubiquitous in Hollywood productions. The battle shifts from adoption to control over the technology's future.
Wispr Flow Signals Move Into AI Meeting Summaries
Wispr Flow's updated terms of service suggest the startup will launch a meeting notetaker that generates summaries and action items, challenging established players.
The Computational Theory of Mind: A Foundation for AI
The Computational Theory of Mind argues that cognition is a form of computation. This 2015 perspective remains central to AI and cognitive science, shaping how we understand intelligence.