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Elon Musk says DOGE works 120 hours a week as he brings Silicon Valley grind culture to government
Elon Musk, now leading the Department of Government Efficiency, is promoting a rigorous work culture by advocating for 120-hour workweeks to cut federal budget inefficiencies, though experts caution against taking his statements literally due to potential burnout risks.
Feb 02, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Google's X spins out Heritable Agriculture, which aims to use AI to improve crop yield, as the incubator aggressively spins off companies under CEO Astro Teller
Vittoria Elliott from Wired discusses the evolution of internal communication, highlighting the transition from basic memos and notice boards to advanced platforms like Zoho Connect, which offer more interactive and efficient communication methods.
Feb 02, 2025 - techmeme.com
Groundhog Day API — GROUNDHOG-DAY.com
"The GROUNDHOG-DAY.com API provides access to North America's weather-predicting animals and their forecasts, offering endpoints to retrieve all groundhogs, individual groundhog predictions, or yearly predictions, with an OpenAPI schema available for detailed documentation."
Feb 02, 2025 - groundhog-day.com
Google's X spins out Heritable Agriculture, a startup using AI to improve crop yield | TechCrunch
{Heritable Agriculture, a graduate from Google's X "moonshot factory," is leveraging data and machine learning to enhance crop growth by analyzing plant genomes, aiming to improve yields, reduce water usage, and increase carbon storage without resorting to genetic modification.}
Feb 02, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Former DOT IG has suggestions for federal rules on autonomous vehicles
{The US federal government is lagging in establishing regulations for autonomous vehicles, prompting companies to seek a federal framework to address issues like performance standards, cybersecurity, system redundancies, and insurance to facilitate the technology's mass adoption.}
Feb 02, 2025 - businessinsider.com
AI systems with 'unacceptable risk' are now banned in the EU | TechCrunch
The European Union's AI Act, effective from August 1, categorizes AI systems into four risk levels, with unacceptable risk applications facing a complete ban and potential fines, while exceptions exist for certain law enforcement and therapeutic uses. Companies are expected to comply by February 2, with further guidelines anticipated in early 2025 to clarify interactions with other legal frameworks.
Feb 02, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Acer Swift 16 AI Review: The Perfect Midrange Entertainment Laptop but for 1 Flaw
"Acer Swift 16 AI is a midpriced 16-inch laptop featuring a vibrant OLED display, Intel's Lunar Lake CPU, and a lightweight design, but it falls short in audio performance and lacks dedicated graphics, making it less ideal for entertainment and high-performance tasks."
Feb 02, 2025 - cnet.com
New TikTok Ban—America’s AI Warning Changes Everything
{The article discusses the evolving dynamics of the U.S.-China tech war, highlighting the collaboration between DeepSeek and Huawei as China seeks AI autonomy, and the implications for TikTok amid changing political and legal landscapes in the U.S.}
Feb 02, 2025 - forbes.com
Google’s Gmail Upgrade—Do Not Leave Your Account At Risk
"Gmail users are facing challenges with new AI features integrated into Workspace apps, as disabling these features requires navigating hidden settings and contacting Google support, raising concerns about data security and control."
Feb 02, 2025 - forbes.com
Software stocks win on DeepSeek sell off as the AI frenzy broadens out
{The recent market crash, triggered by China's DeepSeek AI app, has shifted investment momentum from hardware to software and services, potentially broadening gains across various sectors as cheaper AI models emerge and long-momentum equities rotate towards value stocks.}
Feb 02, 2025 - markets.businessinsider.com
You’ll Get 5 Years In Prison For Possessing Or Creating These AI-Tools
"{description} The U.K. is set to become the first country to introduce laws criminalizing the possession, creation, or distribution of AI tools used to generate child sexual abuse material, with penalties including up to five years in prison."
Feb 02, 2025 - forbes.com
Tech execs send signals about where their companies are headed
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Feb 02, 2025 - businessinsider.com
How to invest with US stocks pricey, economy slowing: Page
{Sébastien Page of T. Rowe Price is cautious about the high valuations of US stocks despite a strong economic outlook and suggests a balanced approach by reducing overweight positions in equities while favoring value stocks and maintaining diversification.}
Feb 02, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Lower-cost AI tools like DeepSeek's could be good for workers
Lower-cost AI tools are becoming more accessible, potentially reshaping jobs by enhancing productivity and allowing workers to focus on more creative tasks, while still posing risks of automation for repetitive roles.
Feb 02, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Lessons For Human-AI Communication Ambiguities Per Midair Collision Pilot-Controller Interaction
"Explores the challenges of communication ambiguities in both human-to-human and human-to-AI interactions, highlighting the potential risks and the need for clarity, especially in high-stakes situations."
Feb 02, 2025 - forbes.com
In its current form, OpenAI's Operator is more of an intriguing demo than a product useful for most people, but it points to a future of powerful AI agents
{A comprehensive list of various tech and media outlets, along with notable Twitter handles and LinkedIn profiles, highlighting key figures and platforms in the technology and innovation sectors.}
Feb 02, 2025 - techmeme.com
GitHub - mattsroufe/esp32_rc_cars
{An ESP32-based remote-controlled camera system is demonstrated, featuring live video streaming, motor and servo control via WebSockets, and a Python server application for managing communication and providing a web interface.}
Feb 02, 2025 - github.com
OpenAI Tests Its AI's Persuasiveness By Comparing It to Reddit Posts - Slashdot
OpenAI used the subreddit r/ChangeMyView to test the persuasive abilities of its AI reasoning models, collecting user posts and having its AI generate replies to change users' minds, while emphasizing the goal of preventing overly persuasive AI. Despite having a content-licensing deal with Reddit, OpenAI claims this evaluation is unrelated to the deal, and Reddit's CEO has expressed frustration with companies like Microsoft and Anthropic for not negotiating content access.
Feb 02, 2025 - slashdot.org
One Blogger Helped Spark NVIDIA's $600B Stock Collapse - Slashdot
Brooklyn blogger Jeffrey Emanuel's detailed analysis on shorting NVIDIA, highlighting emerging competition and potential challenges in the AI sector, went viral and significantly impacted NVIDIA's market value, drawing attention from major investors and financial analysts.
Feb 02, 2025 - hardware.slashdot.org
Hugging Face's Thomas Wolf and other experts say startups like DeepSeek and the rise of AI agents may erode the value of LLMs from OpenAI and Big Tech companies
A comprehensive list of media outlets and influential Twitter accounts related to technology, AI, and digital trends, highlighting key figures and platforms for staying updated in these fields.
Feb 02, 2025 - techmeme.com
Sensitive DeepSeek Data Was Exposed to the Web, Cybersecurity Firm Says - Slashdot
A cybersecurity firm, Wiz, discovered that Chinese AI startup DeepSeek had inadvertently exposed over a million lines of sensitive data, including digital software keys and chat logs, to the open internet, which was quickly secured after notification.
Feb 01, 2025 - it.slashdot.org
Data Center Euphoria Starts to Ebb After DeepSeek
{The market turmoil caused by DeepSeek's chatbot has led to a reevaluation of the credit frenzy surrounding artificial intelligence, with some investors concerned about the potential obsolescence of data centers and the nuanced impact on digital infrastructure demand.}
Feb 01, 2025 - financialpost.com
DeepSeek gets Silicon Valley talking | TechCrunch
"TechCrunch’s Week in Review covers major developments including DeepSeek's impact on the AI industry, Elon Musk's admission about Tesla's self-driving capabilities, teens' declining trust in Big Tech, and other significant tech news and analysis."
Feb 01, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Were DeepSeek's Development Costs Much Higher Than Reported? - Slashdot
DeepSeek's new chatbot has caused significant disruption in the stock market, erasing $1 trillion in value, amid skepticism over its claimed low training costs and concerns about its competitive pricing and advanced AI capabilities, which have been bolstered by China's supportive AI policies.
Feb 01, 2025 - slashdot.org
Here are all the IPOs reported to be in the works for 2025 | TechCrunch
"TechCrunch provides an overview of companies planning to go public in 2025, highlighting those that have confidentially filed for IPOs, including fintech, space and defense startups, and others that have been preparing since 2023."
Feb 01, 2025 - techcrunch.com
Was this the week DeepSeek started the slow unwinding of the AI bet?
A Chinese startup, DeepSeek, has unveiled an AI chatbot that rivals leading American models at a fraction of the cost, sparking geopolitical tensions and market upheavals as it challenges US dominance in AI technology while navigating censorship from the Chinese Communist Party.
Feb 01, 2025 - theguardian.com
Venture debt lenders will play a big role in fire sales and startup shutdown this year, experts say | TechCrunch
{The article discusses the challenges faced by startups due to venture debt, highlighting recent failures and forced sales, and notes the increasing pressure from lenders on startups to sell to minimize losses, while venture debt issuance continues to rise, particularly in the AI sector.}
Feb 01, 2025 - techcrunch.com
DeepSeek Failed Every Single Security Test, Researchers Found
"Security researchers have discovered that DeepSeek's R1 AI model is highly vulnerable to jailbreaking, failing to block harmful prompts and exposing significant security risks, while a massive unsecured database on its servers further highlights the company's lack of protective measures."
Feb 01, 2025 - futurism.com
In a Reddit AMA, Sam Altman admitted that DeepSeek has lessened OpenAI's lead and said OpenAI has been “on the wrong side of history” concerning open sourcing
A list of Twitter handles and LinkedIn profiles, highlighting various individuals and organizations, possibly indicating a network or community of professionals in technology, AI, and related fields.
Feb 01, 2025 - techmeme.com
Exxon, Chevron Brave DeepSeek Risk to Chase AI Future as Oil Glow Fades
Exxon, Chevron, and Shell are pivoting towards supplying energy for tech giants' AI advancements as traditional oil demand wanes, despite challenges from China's efficient DeepSeek AI model and the volatility of fossil fuel markets.
Feb 01, 2025 - financialpost.com
AI Startups in the US see opportunity in DeepSeek's success
{Chinese startup DeepSeek has disrupted the AI industry by releasing an open-source model, R1, that rivals OpenAI's o1 at a lower cost, sparking a mix of panic and opportunity in Silicon Valley and raising questions about the future of AI development and open-source models.}
Feb 01, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Sam Altman: OpenAI Has Been On the 'Wrong Side of History' Concerning Open Source - Slashdot
OpenAI is facing challenges in maintaining its lead in the AI industry, with CEO Sam Altman acknowledging competition from Chinese companies like DeepSeek and expressing a need to rethink their open-source strategy, while considering open-sourcing older models.
Feb 01, 2025 - news.slashdot.org
OpenAI Caught Using Reddit to Train AI—Is Your Opinion Being Tested?
OpenAI is using Reddit's r/ChangeMyView to test the persuasiveness of its AI models, raising ethical questions about data sourcing and AI influence, while highlighting the challenges of balancing AI's reasoning capabilities with potential risks of manipulation.
Feb 01, 2025 - techtimes.com
It’s ‘Never Going To Happen,’ But A Distracted Musk Should Hand Over CEO Reins At Tesla
{Tesla's recent financial struggles and declining sales are overshadowed by Elon Musk's ambitious claims about future technologies, while his controversial behavior and lack of focus on core business operations raise concerns among investors and analysts.}
Feb 01, 2025 - forbes.com
Meta's 2025 is off to a 'frenzied start.' Don't expect it to slow down.
Meta begins 2025 with significant changes, including content moderation overhaul, layoffs, and a focus on AI, amidst a new political landscape with President Trump and the ongoing AI arms race. CEO Mark Zuckerberg emphasizes a year of "intensity" and strategic shifts to align with the new administration and technological advancements.
Feb 01, 2025 - businessinsider.com
NYC's legalization of tiny homes and ADUs restricted by regulations
New York City's recent legalization of accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for certain one- and two-family homes faces significant regulatory challenges from both city and state laws, limiting their potential impact on alleviating the city's housing shortage. Despite efforts to streamline ADU construction, including a pilot grant program, stringent zoning and safety regulations continue to hinder widespread adoption.
Feb 01, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Mixture-Of-Experts AI Reasoning Models Suddenly Taking Center Stage Due To China’s DeepSeek Shock-And-Awe
"Explores the growing interest in the mixture-of-experts (MoE) AI model, highlighting its advantages and disadvantages, and discusses its impact on the AI landscape following the release of DeepSeek's cost-effective MoE-based model."
Feb 01, 2025 - forbes.com
MLCommons and Hugging Face release Unsupervised People's Speech, a dataset for AI research containing more than 1M hours of audio spanning at least 89 languages
A list of Twitter handles and a LinkedIn profile, possibly indicating a network or community of individuals connected through social media platforms.
Feb 01, 2025 - techmeme.com
Sam Altman says OpenAI will embrace two new AI approaches, one from DeepSeek and another from Meta
{OpenAI CEO Sam Altman announced plans to adopt DeepSeek's approach of displaying detailed reasoning steps in AI models, acknowledging the value of open-source strategies and considering a shift towards more openness in sharing model weights and research.}
Feb 01, 2025 - businessinsider.com
Google offers “voluntary exit” to all US platforms and devices employees
Google is offering a voluntary exit program with severance to employees in its Platforms and Devices team, amid concerns of potential layoffs, as part of cost-cutting measures to offset investments in AI and improve efficiency.
Feb 01, 2025 - theverge.com
What will happen to TikTok? A look at the potential buyers.
TikTok's future in the United States remains uncertain as various companies, including Oracle, Microsoft, Perplexity AI, and others, explore potential deals to acquire or partner with the app, while negotiations continue amid legal and political complexities.
Feb 01, 2025 - engadget.com
OpenAI used this subreddit to test AI persuasion | TechCrunch
OpenAI utilized the subreddit r/ChangeMyView to evaluate the persuasive abilities of its AI models, revealing in a system card that its latest model, o3-mini, performs comparably to previous models and within the top human percentile, while emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations in AI persuasion.
Feb 01, 2025 - techcrunch.com