The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is witnessing a fierce battle between companies advocating for open-source and closed-source AI models. The recent move by Meta, the parent company of Facebook, to release a collection of large AI models, including the groundbreaking Llama 3.1 405B, has brought this debate into the spotlight. Mark Zuckerberg’s claim that
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The recent setback in delivering hydrogen-powered trucks to New Zealand, coupled with the removal of a NZ$100 million government rebate scheme for green hydrogen users, has cast a shadow of uncertainty over the future of green hydrogen technology in the country. The failure of the deal with the US company Hyzon for the purchase of
The integration of cellulose nanofibrils into 3D-printed concrete technology is a groundbreaking development that has the potential to revolutionize the construction industry. Researchers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science have conducted a comprehensive study to explore the benefits of incorporating this plant-based material into printable concrete mixtures. Cellulose nanofibrils, derived
In recent research led by Stanford University, a groundbreaking technology dating back to the Bronze Age has emerged as a potential game-changer in achieving the ambitious United Nations climate goal of net zero emissions by 2050. The technology involves using heat-absorbing bricks in an insulated container to store heat generated by renewable energy sources such
The chipmaking industry is currently experiencing heightened tensions regarding antitrust issues, particularly centered around Nvidia. Rivals have accused the tech giant of abusing its market dominance in selling chips that power artificial intelligence. The U.S. Justice Department has initiated an investigation into these complaints, with concerns that Nvidia may be monopolizing the market and pressuring
Recently, Google faced criticism for an ad promoting its Gemini artificial intelligence. The ad, titled “Dear Sydney,” showcased a father using the AI to write a fan letter from his daughter to US hurdler Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone. While the intention was to highlight the capabilities of Gemini AI, the execution fell flat with some viewers. Many
The United States recently filed a lawsuit against TikTok, accusing the popular video-sharing app of violating children’s privacy by collecting data about them without their parents’ permission. The Department of Justice and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) joined forces in a civil suit, alleging that TikTok breached the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA). According to
In a world where technology is constantly evolving, the demand for smaller and more efficient electronic devices is ever-growing. Traditional filter capacitors, such as Aluminum electrolytic capacitors (AECs), have limitations in terms of size and capacitance, making it challenging to meet the requirements of modern electronics. This necessitates the development of alternative solutions that can
In a recent study published in Science Advances, a research team has made significant strides in the realm of artificial intelligence by showcasing the potential for utilizing analog hardware with ECRAM devices to maximize computational performance. The limitations of existing digital hardware have spurred interest in exploring alternative solutions tailored specifically for AI computation. Analog
In the realm of modern software development, the complexity of applications has significantly increased. With numerous files and millions of lines of code making up a single software application, the process of debugging has become a daunting task for developers. The act of finding and correcting faults within the code, known as debugging, is not
Airbus revealed a significant blow to its financial performance in the first half of the year, with a 46 percent decrease in net profit amounting to 825 million euros. This substantial drop was primarily attributed to a massive writedown in the company’s space operations, totaling 989 million euros. Despite seeing a 4 percent rise in
Aquatic robotics have the potential to revolutionize the way we gather information about our oceans and waterways. With futurists predicting a future where autonomous nodes are integrated into all human activities as part of the “internet of things,” the need for innovative solutions in aquatic environments is greater than ever before. Researchers at Binghamton University,
Energy generation from renewable sources has become a primary focus for engineers and scientists globally. Technologies such as photovoltaics, wind turbines, and hydro-power generators have gained significant traction in recent years. However, there is a growing interest in converting excess or waste heat into electricity as a means of mitigating the impact of climate change.
Apple has made history by reaching a tentative collective bargaining contract with the first unionized company store in the United States. The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers’ Coalition of Organized Retail Employees, which represents employees at a retail location in Maryland, announced the three-year deal on Friday. This agreement includes an average pay
Silicon Valley’s once-thriving startup scene in the generative AI realm seems to be dwindling as key players are either being acquired or lured into the folds of tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon. Companies like Inflection AI and Adept, which showed great promise, have witnessed their founders and key executives quietly exiting the stage to