Comstech has developed programs with institutions from 57 countries to provide access to science, technology, health, and agriculture in these nations. Vice Chairman Ice Breaker Foundation Muhammad Shoaib emphasized that artificial intelligence and smart technologies are not only learning tools but also instruments for transforming society, the economy, and the nation.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1264796-ai-smart-classrooms-inaugurated-at-ku-s-computer-science-deptThe integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into transportation systems is contributing to both efficiency and environmental sustainability. By streamlining passenger services and optimizing routes for freight, AI reduces energy consumption and subsequent emissions, aligning with global sustainability goals.
https://www.ibtimes.sg/ai-powered-optimization-revolutionizing-rail-passenger-freight-systems-77586Zettabyte, a global leader in AI data center software and infrastructure solutions, has partnered with Foxconn, the world's largest electronics manufacturer, to drive innovation and expand the adoption of energy-efficient AI solutions worldwide. The partnership, backed by capital funding, aims to accelerate the deployment of Zettabyte's technology, including its advanced AI data center management software, Zware. This cutting-edge solution optimizes GPU performance, dramatically lowering energy usage while maximizing computing output, enabling businesses to achieve unparalleled efficiency and sustainability in AI computing.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/foxconn-announces-strategic-partnership-with-zettabyte-to-transform-ai-data-centers-302338210.htmlGCL Energy Technology Co., Ltd. has formed a partnership with an unnamed company to expand their collaboration in the energy sector. The expanded partnership will include joint construction and acquisition of new renewable energy assets, including photovoltaic power stations for distributed, commercial, industrial, and residential use. Additionally, they will work together on developing artificial intelligence models to improve forecasting, management, and operations in the industry, with a focus on sustainability.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gcl-energy-technology-and-ant-digital-technologies-launch-first-blockchain-based-rwa-project-in-photovoltaic-industry-302338322.htmlMicron Technology has partnered with Marvell, a leading memory maker, to develop highly customized hardware for cloud operators. This collaboration reflects the industry's shift towards tailored solutions for AI applications. The partnership aims to increase memory capacity and bandwidth, enabling efficient scaling of infrastructure in the AI era. According to Raj Narasimhan, senior vice president at Micron, this customization will provide hyperscalers with a robust platform to deliver optimal performance required to scale AI capabilities.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/usd100bn-tech-company-youve-probably-never-heard-of-is-teaming-up-with-the-worlds-biggest-memory-manufacturers-to-produce-supercharged-hbmIn March 2023, the Future of Life Institute proposed a six-month pause in the development of advanced AI systems due to concerns over their potential risks to society and humanity. The proposal was led by the institute and signed by over 1,000 technology leaders and researchers, including Elon Musk, Steve Wozniak, Andrew Yang, Lex Fridman, Yoshua Bengio, and Stuart Russell. This move came after OpenAI released its GPT-4 large language model, following the launch of ChatGPT several months prior.
https://www.businesstelegraph.co.uk/unintended-consequences-u-s-election-results-herald-reckless-ai-development/Google's recent AI releases, including Veo 2, have significantly accelerated the pace of artificial intelligence development, according to Ethan Mollick, a professor at Wharton business school. These advancements have sparked discussions about their potential impact on user interactions and task automation in various industries, such as warehouse management and customer service. Google's Gemini 2.0 AI system has improved autonomous decision-making capabilities through real-time data processing and adaptive learning models, enabling enterprises to automate multistep processes with less human oversight. As a result, businesses are expected to strengthen the alignment between technology, business, and compliance teams to effectively integrate agentic AI into their operations.
https://www.pymnts.com/artificial-intelligence-2/2024/google-reassures-investors-in-astonishing-month-for-ai/Researchers at the University of Kansas and the University of Houston, led by Professor Judy Wu, have developed atomically tunable "memristors" that mimic the human brain's neural network. Funded by the National Science Foundation's Future of Semiconductors program, this innovation aims to create devices for high-speed, energy-efficient processing in artificial intelligence systems. The memristors can store and process information simultaneously, enabling parallel data processing like biological brains. With a $1.8 million grant, the team has achieved sub-2-nanometer thickness in memory devices, 10 times thinner than average, and is working on workforce development to address the growing need for skilled professionals in the semiconductor industry.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/from-lab-to-life-atomic-scale-memristors-pave-the-way-for-brain-like-ai-and-next-gen-computing-powerOpenAI has unveiled its 'o3' reasoning AI models in a test phase, but no further details are provided about the new technology. In other news, Qualcomm has defeated Arm's claim over a chip design licence breach. The global car market is expected to grow modestly in 2025 despite faltering output. Uber investors are calling for more transparency into driver pay. Samsung Electronics and Texas Instruments have finalised their Chips Act awards. Volkswagen has unveiled major job cuts as part of its cost-saving drive, while Tether has reported net profits of US$10 billion for 2024. Google may loosen search deals in a US antitrust case.
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