AI
AI revolution drives surge in gold demand for smartphones, autonomous vehicles, and data centres: report
Gold demand in the electronics sector peaked in 2010 at 328 tons but gradually declined to 249 tons by 2023. Recent quarters, however, have shown a modest recovery, driven in part by the expansion of AI-enabled devices.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang says 'the age of AI has started'
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, receiving an honorary doctorate from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, proclaimed the dawn of the AI era. He highlighted its transformative impact on industries and science, crediting Nvidia’s role in pioneering this revolution. He also told graduates that he wished he had started his career at this time.
CoreWeave targets valuation of over $35 billion in 2025 US IPO, sources say
The discussions come at a time when investor interest in generative AI is sky-rocketing. The AI boom, which has powered chipmakers such as Nvidia, and other big tech firms, has turbocharged global demand for infrastructure such as data centers and high-powered servers.
When AI's output is a threat to AI itself
All this AI-generated information can make it harder for us to know what's real. And it also poses a problem for AI companies as they develop more and more powerful models, which involve digesting volumes of data so vast that they are approaching the size of the internet itself.
How Astera Labs is driving AI and cloud innovation
Astera Labs, a leading provider of connectivity solutions for AI and cloud infrastructure, is expanding its global presence with a new R&D center in Bengaluru, India. The company's innovative hardware and software solutions address the growing demand for high-bandwidth connectivity in AI systems.
OpenAI introduces ChatGPT course for teachers, but concerns persist
The programme has been tested in dozens of schools in California, where 98% of participating educators reported gaining new ideas or strategies for their teaching practices. However, limitations, such as its inability to fairly assess students’ work, and inadequacies and contradictions have also been pointed out.
US ahead in AI innovation, easily surpassing China in Stanford's new ranking
The US leads in global AI innovation, outpacing China in research, investment, and responsible AI development, according to Stanford University's AI Index. With $67.2 billion in private AI funding and key tech firms, the US dominates. China excels in patents and research output, while the UK, India, and UAE show strengths in workforce, investments, and niche advancements.
Researchers develop AI tool to predict episodes of mood disorder using sleep data
Researchers developed an AI tool that predicts mood disorder episodes using smartwatch sleep data. The tool analyses sleep-wake rhythms, which are closely linked to mood. In a study, it predicted depressive, manic, and hypomanic episodes with high accuracy. The study found that delayed sleep cycles increase the risk of depression, while advanced cycles increase the risk of mania.
Indian Americans develop AI-based app launched for farmers in Caribbean
A new AI-powered app, LetZFarm, developed by Indian Americans, is empowering farmers in Trinidad and Tobago with data-driven insights to enhance their farming practices. The app provides real-time weather alerts, market prices, and pesticide information, aiming to improve food security and climate change adaptation. The developers plan to expand the app's reach to other Caribbean nations, including Guyana.
Apple readies more conversational Siri in bid to catch up in AI
Revamping the 13-year-old Siri service is part of Apple’s efforts to become a force in artificial intelligence. The company debuted its much-ballyhooed Apple Intelligence platform last month, but it still lacks many of the features offered by other tech giants.
