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The Download: a smoking “endgame” and a new Elizabeth Bear story
MIT Technology Review just released a new edition of 'The Download' featuring a smoking 'endgame' and a fresh story by Elizabeth Bear. Readers can expect intriguing narratives and insights into the latest in technology and storytelling.
A behind-the-scenes look at Midjourney’s medical scanner leaves many questions unanswered
Midjourney is working on a medical scanner but hasn't revealed many details. This leaves users curious about its capabilities and potential applications in healthcare.
Tesla caps employee AI spending at $200 per week
Tesla limits employee AI spending to $200 per week. This move aims to control costs while still encouraging innovation among staff.
The UK’s generational tobacco ban might not work. I’m supporting it anyway.
The UK is implementing a generational tobacco ban to reduce smoking rates among future generations. This move aims to create a healthier population by preventing younger individuals from ever purchasing tobacco products.
Jersey Mike’s IPO illustrates how bad the AI hype has become
Jersey Mike's is moving forward with its IPO despite the AI hype affecting investor sentiment. This shift highlights the challenges companies face in navigating market perceptions around AI's impact on business valuations.
Microsoft launches $2.5 billion "Frontier Company" to embed 6,000 AI engineers inside enterprise clients
Microsoft just launched a $2.5 billion initiative called 'Frontier Company' to place 6,000 AI engineers directly within enterprise clients. This move aims to accelerate AI adoption and integration in various industries.
Anthropic is discussing a new custom chip with Samsung
Anthropic is discussing a new custom chip with Samsung to enhance their AI capabilities. This collaboration could lead to more efficient processing for their AI models, improving performance and scalability.
Can Cursor Remain a Platform for OpenAI and Anthropic’s Models Inside SpaceX?
Cursor is positioning itself as a platform for integrating OpenAI and Anthropic's models within SpaceX. This move could streamline AI usage in aerospace projects, enhancing efficiency and innovation.
Anthropic reportedly explores custom chip manufacturing with Samsung while insisting Nvidia still matters
Anthropic is exploring custom chip manufacturing with Samsung while reaffirming the importance of Nvidia. This move could enhance their AI capabilities and reduce reliance on existing hardware suppliers.
Understand to participate
Simon Willison is launching a new platform to help people understand AI better. This initiative aims to make AI concepts more accessible and encourage broader participation in the AI conversation.
The 3 questions to answer to take AI from experimentation to impact
Databricks is outlining three key questions to help organizations transition AI from experimentation to real-world impact. Addressing these questions will guide businesses in effectively implementing AI solutions.
Inside the infrastructure strategies propelling AI leaders
Databricks is rolling out new infrastructure strategies to support AI leaders in scaling their models. This shift aims to enhance performance and efficiency for companies leveraging AI technologies.
Achieving operational excellence with AI
MIT Technology Review outlines how companies are leveraging AI to enhance operational efficiency. This shift means businesses can streamline processes and reduce costs significantly.
OpenAI proposed donating 5% of its equity to a US sovereign wealth fund
OpenAI proposed donating 5% of its equity to a US sovereign wealth fund. This move could enhance its financial backing and align its interests with national priorities.
Trump gets OpenAI to offer US 5% stake, far lower than Sanders’ target
Trump secures a 5% stake in OpenAI for the U.S., which is significantly lower than Bernie Sanders' proposed target. This move could influence future funding and regulatory discussions around AI in the U.S.
Musk’s X poses “serious risk to Americans’ privacy,” advocates warn FTC
Advocates are warning the FTC that Musk's X platform poses serious risks to Americans' privacy. This could lead to increased scrutiny and potential regulations affecting how user data is handled.
Microsoft launches its own AI deployment company with $2.5 billion commitment
Microsoft just launched a new AI deployment company with a $2.5 billion commitment. This move aims to accelerate AI adoption across various industries, enhancing their offerings and services.
OpenAI floats giving Trump administration 5 percent cut of AI boom
OpenAI is considering giving the Trump administration a 5% cut of the AI industry's profits. This move could reshape funding dynamics and influence future AI policy discussions.
Why California’s carbon manure math doesn’t add up
California is struggling with its carbon accounting for manure management, leading to misleading emissions data. This confusion could impact climate policy and agricultural practices in the state.
Indian tech tycoon bets $30M of his own money to build AI alternative to Microsoft Office
An Indian tech tycoon is investing $30M to create an AI alternative to Microsoft Office. This move aims to challenge existing productivity tools and offer users a new option in the market.