Amazon’s ambitions to establish nuclear-powered datacenters in the U.S. encountered a significant hurdle as a recent proposal was blocked by regulatory authorities. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) dismissed a proposal that would enable Amazon to extract more power from…
This week, Apple unveiled its latest M4 silicon for Mac, positioning it as a clear leader over AI PC processors. At the launch event, Apple touted the M4 Pro’s superior performance metrics, indicating it surpasses Intel’s Core Ultra series, particularly…
The UK government is taking steps to make itself more attractive to tech professionals, considering the creation of ‘computing zones’ where datacenters can thrive with less bureaucracy. A recent report advises a streamlined visa process for AI talent and creating…
Eric Schmidt, former CEO of Google, advocates for the US Army to replace tanks with AI-controlled drones. During an event in Saudi Arabia, he argued that tanks are obsolete in modern warfare, referencing conflicts like the war in Ukraine, where…
Artificial intelligence (AI) projects often face demands for rapid value generation, prompting enterprises to evaluate the benefits of on-premises deployments. As hyperscalers continuously upgrade their infrastructures to handle increasing AI workloads, enterprises are exploring private cloud solutions for enhanced control…
The US Army is trialing an advanced AI system, ‘Scylla’, touted to detect threats from a significant distance without requiring new hardware. Named after the fabled Greek sea monster, Scylla has been under evaluation at the Blue Grass Army Depot,…
In a departure from the norm, xAI’s groundbreaking Colossus training cluster is sidestepping InfiniBand in favor of Ethernet connectivity. This decision marks the system as distinct within the realm of AI training infrastructures. The hardware includes an impressive 100,000 Nvidia…
The United States has expanded its restrictions on investments tied to certain Chinese technologies, including semiconductors, quantum computing, and artificial intelligence. As of January 2, investments in China, Macau, and Hong Kong will require notification to the US Treasury if…
A prominent UK property developer has highlighted an urgent challenge in expanding data center infrastructure: securing adequate power supply. David Sleath, CEO of Segro, expressed in an interview with The Times that their commitment to investing substantial amounts in new…
Peter Kyle, the UK’s fresh face in Science, Innovation, and Technology, is making strides in the U.S., highlighting British prowess in AI. His visit aims to strengthen cross-Atlantic collaboration, including promoting the new UK AI Safety Institute’s branch in San…
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