Author: bigboss
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The significance of Elon Musk’s AI company’s decision to ‘open-source’ Grok, and why it may not matter
1. Elon Musk’s xAI, Grok, released as “open source” is meant to compete with OpenAI, but the term “open” in the AI world is hard to define. 2. AI models like Grok can’t truly be open source due to the complex and unknowable training process, but releasing weights allows for some level of access for…
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ACP Reports 96% Increase in Cumulative Capacity of US BESS Installations in 2023
1. The US energy storage sector saw a 95% increase in power capacity connected to the grid in 2023, with 7,881MW of new installations and 20,609MWh of new capacity deployed. 2. Cumulative battery storage capacity in the US reached 17,027MW and 45,588MWh, an 86% increase in power capacity and an 83% increase in energy capacity.…
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Chat with Rohan Singh, the Google Cloud Champion Innovator
1. Google Cloud Champion Innovators is a global network of around 600 external professionals specializing in different technical categories related to Google Cloud products and services. 2. Rohan Singh, a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at SADA – An Insight Company, is a Google Cloud Champion Innovator focusing on Modern Architecture and infrastructure modernization and migration.…
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“Creating a Secure and Sustainable Energy Future with ABB’s Digitalized and Decarbonized Solutions”
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Now you can use AI to create your avatar in Roblox – here’s what this means
1. Roblox has introduced AI tools for easier creation of games, focusing on avatars and textures. 2. The AI features, such as avatar auto-setup and texture generator, aim to simplify the game development process and increase efficiency. 3. The future of Roblox may include AI-generated worlds and further AI features to enhance creativity and engagement…
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Glamox secures lighting contracts for three offshore wind farms in Asia
– Glamox has secured contracts to provide LED lighting for turbine foundation transition pieces for three fixed offshore wind farms in Taiwan and South Korea. – The transition pieces connect wind turbines to their foundations and require well-lit access for maintenance in harsh marine conditions. – The contracts involve providing a range of LED luminaires…
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Boeing Shares Responsibility with United for Recent Safety Events
1. United Airlines has experienced a series of safety incidents, including a missing panel and a tire falling off midair, with most incidents involving Boeing planes. 2. Aviation experts suggest maintenance issues at United Airlines may be a factor in the safety incidents, rather than faults with Boeing aircraft. 3. United CEO Scott Kirby reassured…
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New Vessel Concept Aims to Increase Offshore Wind Development Speed and Capacity
– Maersk Supply Service is developing a new vessel concept to increase efficiency in offshore wind installation. – The new vessel will be 30% more efficient than conventional methods and targeted for the US offshore wind industry. – Maersk Supply Service is also focusing on diversity, equity, and inclusion in its maritime workforce. Maersk Supply…
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View: The Reason AI Enthusiasts are Flocking to Nvidia’s GTC 2024 Event this Week
– Nvidia is hosting a large AI conference as part of its GTC event, with a keynote from CEO Jensen Huang expected – Many other AI companies will also be attending the conference, given Nvidia’s importance in the industry – TechCrunch will be providing coverage of the event throughout the week. Nvidia, a major player…
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“What’s next for aging wind turbines?”
1. Wind turbine blades are made of fibreglass and often end up in landfills. 2. Wind turbines have a lifespan of 20-30 years and there are over 329,000 active turbines worldwide. 3. Up to 95% of the materials in a wind turbine can be recycled, with fibreglass blades being a more challenging material to dispose…