The world of artificial intelligence (AI) is abuzz with news and developments. From the US Vice President JD Vance's warning against AI regulation in Paris to the European Union's (EU) €200 billion investment in AI, the global landscape is shifting rapidly.
Vance Rails Against AI Regulation in Paris
US Vice President JD Vance has warned against excessive regulation of AI, stating that it could "kill a transformative industry just as it's taking off." Vance's comments at the Paris AI summit appear to put him at odds with French President Emmanuel Macron, who defended the need for further regulation. The UK has also refused to sign an international agreement on AI, citing concerns over the impact of regulation on the industry.
EU Mobilizes €200 Billion in AI Investment
In a bid to compete with the US and China, the EU has announced a €200 billion investment in AI. EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen stated that the EU wants to be one of the leading AI continents, and this investment will help achieve that goal. The funds will be used to support the development of AI infrastructure, including gigafactories required to train complex AI models.
DeepMind Looks at Distributed Training of Large AI Models
Researchers at DeepMind have developed a new approach to distributed training of large AI models, called Streaming DiLoCo. This approach allows for training with comparable performance as a classical data-parallel method, while using 400 times less bandwidth. The researchers believe that this is just the first step towards a 'distributed free lunch,' and there is still need for further development and testing.
Cisco Announces New AI Certifications and Courses
Cisco has announced new AI certifications and courses to support the AI-enabled workforce. The company believes that an AI-powered workforce is critical, but can deepen the digital divide if not managed intentionally. Cisco is offering new certifications and courses for AI skilling, including an Introduction to Modern AI course and a new learning path through Cisco U.
Odysight.ai Common Stock Set to Begin Trading on Nasdaq
Odysight.ai's common stock will begin trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol "ODYS" on February 11, 2025. The company has priced a public offering of 3,307,692 shares at $6.50 per share, with an option for the underwriter to purchase an additional 496,153 shares.
How AI is Like Magic for Skilled Trades Training
AI is transforming the way we learn, and it has the potential to add a sprinkling of magic to on-the-job training. In the skilled trades, AI-based learning programs can help attract, develop, and retain young talent. However, AI training requires a foundational knowledge, and employers must provide a digital foundation that combines strategic assessments, core course material, and real-world scenarios.
Apple iPhone Sales Slip Despite Highly Anticipated AI Rollout
Apple's iPhone sales have slipped slightly during the past quarter, signaling a sluggish start to the company's effort to catch up to the rest of Big Tech in the race to bring artificial intelligence to the masses. The iPhone's roughly one per cent drop in revenue from the previous year's October-December period wasn't entirely unexpected, given the first software update enabling the device's AI features didn't arrive until just before Halloween.
Key Takeaways
- The US Vice President JD Vance has warned against excessive regulation of AI, stating that it could "kill a transformative industry just as it's taking off."
- The EU has announced a €200 billion investment in AI to compete with the US and China.
- Researchers at DeepMind have developed a new approach to distributed training of large AI models.
- Cisco has announced new AI certifications and courses to support the AI-enabled workforce.
- Odysight.ai's common stock will begin trading on the Nasdaq under the symbol "ODYS" on February 11, 2025.
- AI is transforming the way we learn, and it has the potential to add a sprinkling of magic to on-the-job training.
- Apple's iPhone sales have slipped slightly during the past quarter, signaling a sluggish start to the company's effort to catch up to the rest of Big Tech in the race to bring artificial intelligence to the masses.