Daily AI NEWS - September 21, 2024
Nuclear Energy, AI, and AR
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Microsoft plans to use nuclear power for its AI data centers. Amazon introduces AI tools for retail. Meta Connect 2024 expected to reveal new AR glasses.
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Microsoft's Nuclear Power Initiative
Microsoft is taking a bold step to ensure its AI operations are sustainable by utilizing nuclear power. The tech giant plans to bring the Three Mile Island nuclear plant back into service as early as 2028, becoming its sole customer. This site, infamous for the country's most serious nuclear incident, is being revived to cater to the massive energy requirements of Microsoft's AI data centers.
With the increasing energy demands of training large language models, Microsoft is not alone in turning to nuclear energy. However, this move underscores the urgent need for tech companies to find reliable and substantial power sources to support their growing AI technology infrastructure.
Amazon's Generative AI in Retail
Amazon has introduced a batch of new generative AI tools that aim to improve the retail experience for both customers and sellers on the platform.
The startup founder said most of his employees work in the office five days a week. He said Amazon's RTO push was the right choice for most teams.
Meta Connect 2024 Announcements
Meta Connect 2024 is poised to unveil groundbreaking innovations. Among the highly anticipated announcements are a new pair of actual AR glasses and the budget-friendly Meta Quest 3S.
The event, commencing on September 25, promises to showcase a range of new tech products designed to revolutionize the user experience.
Big Tech Scrutiny and Regulation
For the past five years, Big Tech has faced a flurry of new rules and reprimands from Brussels. Now with a new team taking over the European Commission, relations may be entering a new era.
A scathing new report takes aim directly at Big Tech and alleged violations of privacy. The FTC claims that social media platforms engage in ‘vast surveillance’ of users.
Improving Generative AI Tools
Recent advancements in generative AI tools are transforming how we create presentations and multimedia content. By leveraging AI, users can gain new perspectives and efficiencies in their workflow. This innovation is particularly notable in platforms like Canva, which aims to assist job seekers in creating standout application reels.
Despite the potential, some users remain underwhelmed by the results. As evidenced by a recent test, while Canva's AI tools offer convenience and creativity, they may not always deliver the desired impact. As generative AI continues to evolve, its effectiveness and application across various domains will likely see further enhancement.
Selected articles of the day
FTC Says Social Media Platforms Engage in ‘Vast Surveillance’ of Users
A scathing new report takes aim directly at Big Tech and alleged violations of privacy.
Read on Gizmodo.comThree Futurists Predict the Phone of the Future video
Smartphones will get much better at meeting your needs, and soon, thanks to AI.
Read on CNETIndian Filmmaker Ditches Human Musicians for AI
Indian filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma is ditching human musicians for artificial intelligence, saying he'll use only AI-generated tunes in future projects, a move that underscores AI's growing reach in creative industries. From a report: The filmmaker and screenwr…
Read on Slashdot.orgMicrosoft Taps Three Mile Island Nuclear Plant To Power AI
The data centers that train all the large language models behind AI consume unimaginable amounts of energy, and the stakes are high for big tech companies to ensure they have enough power to run those plants. That's why Microsoft is now throwing its weight be…
Read on Slashdot.orgJensen Huang thinks we're all going to have our own R2-D2 or C-3PO robots follow us around
Nvidia chief Jensen Huang referenced Star Wars when talking about the future of robotics during an appearance at T-Mobile's Capital Markets Day.
Read on Business Insider