PALIT has released its first AI computer, the Pandora, which is powered by NVIDIA's Jetson Orin NX SUPER chip. The device is designed to support generative AI applications and is expected to be priced and released soon.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/key-nvidia-partner-unveils-a-tiny-mini-pc-build-for-ai-that-has-a-unique-feature-3d-printed-designsThe UAE is expected to see a growing demand for highly skilled professionals, particularly in AI and fields leveraging AI technologies across various industries. According to a report by Deel, a global HR management company, the UAE ranked as the top choice for workers seeking work visas worldwide. The country also secured the fourth spot globally in the InterNations ranking of the best countries for expatriates to live and work. Experts predict that AI will significantly shape the UAE's job market in 2025, with professionals expected to focus on problem-solving, continuous learning, and relationship-building. Industries such as marketing, technology, and healthcare are expected to be significant employers of fresh graduates, including software engineers due to AI advancements and healthcare practitioners in response to population growth and diverse health needs. The UAE's economic expansion is also expected to positively impact the job market, with a 5.1 per cent growth forecast by the International Monetary Fund.
https://www.gulftoday.ae/business/2025/01/04/ai-and-economic-growth-shaping-uaes-labour-marketThe US is on the cusp of a digital revolution with generative AI technology poised to move beyond integration into autonomy, but challenges lie ahead in its development and implementation.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/05/business/sunday-business-it/fearless-forecast-2025-skilled-workforce-driving-digital-transformation/2030292The increasing demand for artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to lead to a significant surge in energy consumption, potentially outpacing supply and hindering its development. Data centers that support AI models such as GPT-4 and Gemini currently account for around 3% of the US's annual electricity usage, but this share is projected to more than double in the next five to ten years. According to estimates, AI's energy consumption could reach 93 terawatt-hours by 2030, surpassing Washington State's total energy consumption in 2022.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/commentary/2025/01/03/world/ai-energy-demands/NAVER D2SF's portfolio company GenGenAI received the Innovation Award at CES 2025 for its AI synthetic data technology. The company, founded just three months prior, specializes in generating diverse sectors such as mobility, defense/military, and security/surveillance using domain-specialized generative AI technology. Its platform, "GenGenStudio," can efficiently generate data essential for AI training, reducing collection time by over 90% and costs by more than 50%. GenGenAI is expanding its client base domestically and internationally, collaborating with companies such as automakers, parts suppliers, the Korean Army, and Hanwha Systems. The company has validated the excellence of synthetic data through feedback from clients, achieving AI accuracy on par with or exceeding that of real data when using only its own synthetic data.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/naver-d2sf-backed-gengenai-wins-ces-2025-innovation-award-driving-global-growth-with-unique-generative-ai-synthetic-data-technology-302341092.htmlJaguar Land Rover (JLR) is enhancing its infotainment system with voice and AI technology to provide a more personalized in-vehicle experience for customers. According to JLR's Chief Data and AI Officer, Christine Kemp, this move is part of the company's efforts to delight customers with expanded features and a richer driving experience. The use of generative AI in the automotive industry is transforming the in-car experience by personalizing interactions and anticipating driver needs, as seen in Volkswagen's integration of OpenAI's ChatGPT into its IDA voice assistant, which enables customers to have researched content read out while driving.
https://www.pymnts.com/partnerships/2025/cerence-jaguar-land-rover-partner-ai-powered-in-car-experience/Lucid Air owners now have access to a new assistant that responds to the wake word "Hey Lucid" and allows drivers and passengers to ask questions in a conversational way using SoundHound's proprietary technology. The assistant can provide fast, accurate responses to various topics such as weather, sports, stocks, and more, and also lets users access their car manual and control features like navigation with voice commands. This is made possible by generative AI, which enables more natural interactions with vehicles compared to previous generations of AI. For example, a driver can ask for route guidance to an Italian restaurant that serves thin crust pizza, showcasing the assistant's ability to interpret complex requests and provide contextual awareness.
https://www.pymnts.com/news/artificial-intelligence/2025/soundhound-launches-ai-pact-with-electric-vehicle-maker-lucid/Micron Technology, a company listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange under the ticker symbol MU, specializes in developing high-performance memory and storage products through its Micron and Crucial brands. The company's focus is on delivering innovative solutions that fuel the data economy, enabling advancements in artificial intelligence and compute-intensive applications across various industries, from data centers to mobile devices.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2025/01/03/tmt-newswire/globenewswire/micron-appoints-mike-cordano-as-executive-vice-president-of-worldwide-sales/2029683Nvidia made significant advancements in high-performance computing with the launch of its Blackwell B100 and B200 GPUs, which enhanced generative AI capabilities. The company also introduced the $249 Jetson Orin Nano Super Developer Kit to enable smaller players to develop AI technology. Nvidia's CEO, Jensen Huang, stated that he expects the growth and modernization of AI services to continue for several years, indicating a long-term trend in the industry.
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