AIR#136 - July 21, 2024
Good morning, AI aficionados! As you sip your morning coffee, get ready to dive into today's edition of AIR: The AI Recon. Leading the headlines is Tenstorrent's unveiling of their high-end Wormhole AI processors, featuring RISC-V architecture. These chips promise top-tier performance and unbeatable price-to-performance value, making them a game-changer for developers looking to scale AI applications without breaking the bank. If you're keen on the latest advancements in AI hardware, this story is a must-read.
But that's not all! In a delightful twist, a robot dog named VERO is taking on the task of vacuuming cigarette butts from Italian beaches. Equipped with foot-mounted vacuums and AI navigation, VERO is not just a cute addition to the shoreline but a significant step towards cleaner, litter-free environments. This heartwarming story showcases how AI can make a tangible difference in our daily lives and is sure to bring a smile to your face.
And for a touch of the uncanny, Mantle's innovative approach to code conversion using large language models (LLMs) is slashing development time by two-thirds. This breakthrough is set to revolutionize how we move from prototype to production, making it a must-read for developers eager to streamline their workflows. Whether you're here for groundbreaking tech updates, ethical debates, or the latest industry buzz, today's edition is packed with stories that will both intrigue and challenge you. So, sit back, sip your coffee, and let's delve into the dynamic world of artificial intelligence together!
Business
🔥 Robot Dog Vacuums Cigarette Butts from Italian Beaches
Robot dog VERO vacuums cigarette butts from Italian beaches, cleaning up litter with foot-mounted vacuums and AI navigation.
More Than Half of TSMC's Sales Now from High-End AI Chips
TSMC now earns over half its revenue from high-end AI chips, shifting focus from smartphones to AI accelerators.
Big Oil Joins AI Hype: Williams Companies CEO Warns U.S. Needs Natural Gas to Stay Competitive
Williams CEO: U.S. risks losing AI edge without natural gas to power data centers, warns of national security threat.
Unstoppable AI Scams? Americans Can't Tell What's Real Anymore
48% of Americans feel less scam-savvy due to AI, with many unable to identify scams. Calls for stricter AI regulations grow.
AI's 'Oppenheimer Moment': Autonomous Weapons Hit the Battlefield
Autonomous weapons mark AI's 'Oppenheimer moment,' transforming warfare with ethical and regulatory challenges. The AI arms race is on.
Microsoft-CrowdStrike Outage Threatens Big Tech's AI Plans
Microsoft-CrowdStrike outage exposes Big Tech's vulnerability, raising doubts about their ability to securely manage AI advancements.
OpenAI and Broadcom Team Up to Develop Advanced AI Chip
OpenAI partners with Broadcom to develop advanced AI chips, aiming to ease GPU shortages and boost AI model processing efficiency.
Meta Won't Offer Future Multimodal AI Models in EU
Meta halts future multimodal AI models in EU due to regulatory uncertainty, highlighting tensions between U.S. tech giants and European regulators.
AI-Powered Interview Feedback for YC Startups
YC Startups now offer AI-powered interview feedback, enhancing candidate experiences and due diligence. Top-rated: Clarum, Haven, Stable.
AI Auto-Posts Viral YouTube Shorts
UseShorts auto-generates and posts viral YouTube Shorts from your videos, boosting your channel effortlessly. Get 10 free clips now!
Super cheap robotaxi rides spark widespread anxiety in China
Baidu's super cheap robotaxi rides in Wuhan spark anxiety over job losses and safety concerns, despite the city's driverless ambitions.
Google's Wrong Answer to AI Threat: Stop Indexing Content
Google's response to AI threat? Stop indexing most content, focusing only on unique, authoritative, and trusted sources.
Engineering
Tenstorrent Unveils High-End Wormhole AI Processors with RISC-V & Unmatched Price-Performance Value
Tenstorrent launches Wormhole AI chips with RISC-V, offering top performance and scalability at unbeatable prices.
🔥 Code Conversion with LLMs: Mantle's Game-Changing Approach
Mantle's new approach uses LLMs to convert code from prototype to production, cutting development time by two-thirds. 🚀
The Data That Powers A.I. Is Disappearing Fast
AI faces a data drought as key web sources restrict access, posing challenges for training models and impacting smaller AI firms and researchers.
Deep-TEMPEST: Deep Learning Eavesdrops on HDMI via Electromagnetic Waves
Deep-TEMPEST uses deep learning to eavesdrop on HDMI signals via unintended electromagnetic waves, improving text accuracy by 60%.
Next-Gen Brain Implant Uses Graphene Chip
Graphene brain implant by Inbrain offers precise neural interface, aiming to aid Parkinson's treatment and brain tumor surgeries.
[Paper] Building AI Agents for Autonomous Clouds: Challenges and Design Principles
AI agents can boost cloud resilience by automating tasks like fault localization, but need standardized frameworks for effective deployment.
[Paper] 4D Reconstruction from a Single Video by UC Berkeley and Google Research
UC Berkeley & Google Research achieve 4D scene reconstruction from a single video, advancing dynamic 3D motion capture.
[GitHub] PyTorch in JavaScript with GPU Support
PyTorch now in JavaScript! JS-PyTorch offers GPU support and deep learning capabilities. Try it with npm install js-pytorch. 🚀
Suno AI Music: Free AI-Generated Songs & Lyrics
Generate and download free AI-created songs and lyrics with Suno AI Music. Explore diverse genres and enjoy unlimited creativity!
AI Is Smaller, Cheaper, and Faster (But Not Smarter)
AI models are now smaller, cheaper, and faster, but not smarter. Efficiency is up, costs are down, and specialized models outperform general ones.
[GitHub] TypeGPT: Safeguard GPT Outputs with Python Classes
TypeGPT ensures safe GPT outputs for production by using Python classes to define output schemas. Simplifies LLM consistency.
Academic
[Paper] Human-like Object Representations Emerge in Multimodal LLMs
Multimodal LLMs develop human-like object representations, aligning with neural activity patterns in the brain, advancing AI's cognitive abilities.
Open Challenges for AI Engineering
AI engineering faces challenges like model trust, prompt injection, and usability. GPT-4's dominance ends; new models rise.