Author: bigboss
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Artificial Intelligence News This Week: OpenAI and publishers form a strategic partnership
– OpenAI reaches content licensing deal with News Corp, including Generative AI models trained on News Corp articles – OpenAI CEO Sam Altman discusses the diminishing importance of AI model training data – Roundup of recent AI news including Spotify’s AI DJ, Meta’s all-white male AI council, and FCC’s proposal on AI disclosures in political…
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Has the Chevy Equinox Finally Provided the Affordable Electric Vehicle We’ve Been Anticipating?
1. GM is introducing the Equinox EV, Blazer EV, and Silverado EV to target segments most likely to consider an EV. 2. The Equinox EV offers competitive performance, range, safety systems, technology, and design compared to other EVs. 3. The Equinox EV has a starting price of under $28,000, making it a compelling option in…
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Here’s why I’m (mostly) impressed with the new AI features of Copilot+ PCs after giving them a try
1. New AI features for Copilot+ PCs were showcased at Microsoft Build 2024, including Recall and Cocreator. 2. Recall allows for expanded search functions and snapshots of PC activity, while Cocreator enhances art creation in Paint. 3. Live Captions will have real-time translation on Copilot+ PCs, while Windows Studio Effects will include a new teleprompter…
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National Grid announces a £60 billion investment plan
– National Grid unveils a £60bn investment plan to transform its networks up to 2028, aiming for an annual asset growth of 10% – The investment is expected to enhance shareholder value, support job creation, and expedite the decarbonization of the energy system – The company reported reduced operating costs, increased underlying operating profit, and…
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Biden’s Re-election Hopes Could Depend on Turnout of Well-Liked Democrats
1. In presidential elections, top-of-the-ticket candidates often help down-ballot candidates win close races 2. Several popular swing-state Democrats could help drive turnout in support of President Joe Biden’s reelection bid 3. The popularity of Democratic senators like Bob Casey Jr. in Pennsylvania and Tammy Baldwin in Wisconsin could help Biden win those key swing states.…
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Meta signs agreement with Pine Gate for development of new 204-MW solar project
1. Pine Gate Renewables and Meta executed an agreement for renewable attributes from a solar project in Temple, Texas. 2. The 204-MW Limewood Bell Solar Project in Bell County will be operational in 2026, located near Meta’s Temple Data Center. 3. The project supports Meta’s commitment to net zero emissions and 100% renewable energy for…
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Sarah Myers West believes it’s important to question the purpose of building AI: Women in AI.
1. TechCrunch is publishing interviews with AI-focused women academics to give them recognition in the field. 2. Sarah Myers West is the managing director at the AI Now institute, focusing on the social implications and policy research of AI. 3. The pressing issues facing AI’s evolution include the need for more testing and validation of…
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Pooling Utility Assets: A Virtual Power Plant Services Model
1. Solnet Group launches virtual power plant (VPP) services for commercial and industrial solar companies in balancing markets. 2. Solnet Manager platform allows solar utilities and energy storage units to join a collective pool of VPPs, earn additional revenue, and contribute to grid stability. 3. The platform controls a pool of solar utilities and energy…
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Google AI Overview: Misconceptions about Pythons and Other Common Errors
– Google’s new AI Overview feature criticized for delivering misleading, inaccurate, and bizarre answers – Examples of errors include conspiracy theories, plagiarism, and misinformation – Google CEO acknowledges the issue of AI hallucinations but does not provide a timeline for a solution Google recently launched the AI Overview feature, which aims to provide users with…
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RWE Inks Two Wind Power Purchase Agreements in Texas with Microsoft
– RWE has signed two 15-year power purchase agreements with Microsoft for clean electricity from two new onshore wind farms in Texas – RWE is working with Vestas, Wanzek Construction, and RES to build the wind farms, with a combined capacity of 446 MW – The projects will create jobs during construction and contribute to…