Chinese start-up DeepSeek has released a new large language model (LLM) called DeepSeek V3, which outperformed rival models from Meta and OpenAI in benchmark tests. The model was trained for two months at a cost of $5.58 million using significantly fewer computing resources than its competitors. Developed by Hangzhou-based company DeepSeek, the LLM has 671 billion parameters and is based on the technology behind generative AI services such as ChatGPT.
https://www.scmp.com/tech/tech-trends/article/3292507/chinese-start-deepseek-launches-ai-model-outperforms-meta-openai-products?module=top_story&pgtype=sectionThe use of AI in negotiations has the potential to provide tailored support by assisting human negotiators with tasks such as gathering market information, providing advice on best practices, and acting as a sparring partner in role-playing scenarios. Generic Large Language Models (LLMs) like ChatGPT can be used during the preparation stage or as negotiation assistants, significantly lowering the costs of obtaining relevant information and learning essential advice. However, these tools currently have limitations such as generic advice, incorrect information, and glitchy role-plays. In a semi-automated capacity, AI can drastically reduce decision costs and help negotiators evaluate variables and rules to reach an ideal outcome. The adoption of AI-supported negotiation systems by corporations can result in competitive advantage, short-term gains, and an early learning curve. However, this requires investing time and money to change existing processes and systems. AI has the potential to compensate for human shortcomings, provide machine-efficiency advantages, and reinvent how we negotiate. It can help negotiators evaluate variables and rules to reach an ideal outcome, increase transparency and accountability, and handle complex negotiations with ease. However, there are challenges and pitfalls in the emerging AI and negotiation partnership, including limitations in automated negotiations, potential exploitation of virtual agents' rules, and the need for human oversight. Companies like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are investing heavily in AI-powered negotiation tools, such as Google's LaMDA and Microsoft's Bot Framework. These tools have the potential to revolutionize the way we negotiate, making it more efficient, effective, and transparent. However, they also raise concerns about the potential for bias and exploitation. Overall, the use of AI in negotiations has the potential to provide significant benefits, but it also requires careful consideration of the challenges and pitfalls involved.
https://www.forbesindia.com/article/insead/the-power-of-ai-to-shape-negotiations/94937/1Google has announced that its sixth-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), called Trillium, is now available for rent after being made available in preview just months prior. The chip offers up to a 2.5x improvement in training performance per dollar compared to previous TPU generations and was used to train Gemini 2.0, Google's advanced AI model. Trillium provides more than four times the training performance of its predecessor, with improved energy efficiency by 67% and peak compute performance per chip increased by a factor of 4.7. The chip is also optimized for embedding-intensive models and forms the foundation of Google Cloud's AI Hypercomputer, which features over 100,000 Trillium chips connected via a Jupiter network fabric delivering 13 Petabits/sec of bandwidth.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/you-can-now-rent-googles-most-powerful-ai-chip-trillium-tpu-underpins-gemini-2-0-and-will-put-amd-and-nvidia-on-high-alertMediaTek has announced the Dimensity 8400, a premium smartphone chip that offers advanced generative artificial intelligence (Gen-AI) capabilities. The chip builds on the company's flagship Dimensity 9400 and features an All Big Core design, paired with a powerful Neural Processing Unit (NPU) to accelerate Gen-AI tasks. This is the first time this technology has been brought to the premium smartphone market.
https://www.manilatimes.net/2024/12/28/tmt-newswire/mediatek-unveils-dimensity-8400/2027817The Atlantic has published an article titled "The Nine AI Stories That Defined 2024" as part of its newsletter series, Atlantic Intelligence. The article is written by Damon Beres and features an illustration by The Atlantic. It highlights nine key stories related to artificial intelligence that had a significant impact in 2024.
https://www.theatlantic.com/newsletters/archive/2024/12/the-nine-ai-stories-that-defined-2024/681171/Arousal Technology, a company specializing in AI-related services, has raised 200 million yen from investors including Vision Platform and Shikigaku Fund. The funds will support the company's expansion into AI reskilling services, which it launched in early 2023 to help companies implement generative AI solutions. Arousal Technology operates "SEC-AI", a learning facility near Shibuya Station that offers customized training programs in AI education and cybersecurity. Since its launch, the facility has provided over 1,000 programs to more than 5,000 individuals.
https://thebridge.jp/en/2024/12/arousal-technology-an-ai-reskilling-service-provider-raises-200-million-yen-in-pre-series-a-fundingResearchers at the University of California, Berkeley have made significant advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) technology, resulting in notable improvements to various applications. Specifically, their work has led to a tenfold increase in speed for reconstructing 3D models, a sevenfold acceleration in searching image recognition models for their home robot "Kachaka," and over five times faster simulations of atomic-level materials.
https://thebridge.jp/en/2024/12/preferred-networks-ai-development-unicorn-raises-19b-yen-including-debt-financing-sbi-and-mitsubishi-corporation-among-investorsWhatsApp has introduced a new shortcut in its Android version that allows users to access AI-powered features such as generating personalized images. The shortcut is currently available to some beta testers who install the latest version of WhatsApp beta for iOS through the TestFlight app, and will be rolled out to more people over the coming weeks. This change aims to encourage users to explore these features and experiment with functionalities like image generation.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1265237-whatsapp-to-introduce-new-meta-ai-shortcut-for-chatsArtificial intelligence and chatbots, such as the popular program ChatGPT, are being introduced in some American schools to enhance teaching and learning. According to Marlee Shawn, co-founder of Scholar Education, these tools aim to automate repetitive and time-consuming tasks, freeing up teachers to focus on more engaging and interactive methods.
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