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Ali Azhar

How AI Is Poised to Change the Global Agricultural Landscape

December 4th, 2024 Comments Off on How AI Is Poised to Change the Global Agricultural Landscape
In the late 1800s, nearly half of the U.S. workforce was employed in agriculture. By 1920, this figure had declined to 30%, dropping further to just 3% by 1980. As of 2023, less than 2% of the population is ...

U.S. Tightens Grip on China’s AI Chip Ambitions with New Export Controls

December 3rd, 2024 Comments Off on U.S. Tightens Grip on China’s AI Chip Ambitions with New Export Controls
Biden has taken a parting swing at China’s chip industry by introducing new export controls. Just weeks ahead of Donald Trump’s second term, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced new rules aimed at limiting China’s ability to make advanced ...

The Intersection of AI and Quantum Computing: A New Era of Innovation

November 27th, 2024 Comments Off on The Intersection of AI and Quantum Computing: A New Era of Innovation
The convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelligence (AI) is paving the way for a transformative shift in technology. Known as Quantum AI, this groundbreaking combination brings together the immense computational power of quantum computing with the adaptive and ...

The Future of AI in Business: Wharton’s Latest Findings on GenAI’s Expanding Use

November 26th, 2024 Comments Off on The Future of AI in Business: Wharton’s Latest Findings on GenAI’s Expanding Use
In 2024, generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) reached a turning point. Companies shifted their attention from the initial excitement and curiosity to focusing on demonstrating its value and evaluating how well it performs in real-world scenarios. The use of GenAI ...

Leveraging AI for Precision in Hurricane Forecasting

November 20th, 2024 Comments Off on Leveraging AI for Precision in Hurricane Forecasting
Since 1980, the United States has faced 363 billion-dollar weather disasters. Hurricanes have caused the most damage, with total losses exceeding $1.3 trillion. On average, every hurricane event racks up a staggering $22.8 billion in losses. The human toll ...

Scientists Warn GenAI Models Lack True Understanding of the World

November 19th, 2024 Comments Off on Scientists Warn GenAI Models Lack True Understanding of the World
Artificial intelligence (AI)  is becoming increasingly integral to modern society, transforming how individuals and businesses operate.  The rise of GenAI has captivated audiences with its potential to revolutionize industries, drive productivity, and fuel creative breakthroughs. Yet, despite the impressive ...

The Impact of Trump’s Return on AI and Climate

November 13th, 2024 Comments Off on The Impact of Trump’s Return on AI and Climate
US President-elect Donald Trump made plenty of ambitious promises during his presidential campaign, but it will be tough for him to fulfill all his pledges. His stance on artificial intelligence (AI) and climate largely aligns with his commitment to ...

Inside Perplexity’s $9B Valuation and Its Legal Struggles

November 12th, 2024 Comments Off on Inside Perplexity’s $9B Valuation and Its Legal Struggles
Perplexity, the AI search engine platform, is reportedly finalizing the details of a new funding round that will boost its valuation to a staggering $9 billion. This would triple its valuation from just a few months ago. The Wall ...

The Growing E-Waste Footprint of GenAI

November 6th, 2024 Comments Off on The Growing E-Waste Footprint of GenAI
The rapid advancement of digital technologies has led to the proliferation of electronic devices and systems, resulting in an alarming increase in electronic waste (e-waste).  GenAI, in particular, requires substantial computational resources for model training and inference, but the ...

GenAI in the 2024 Elections: Expectations vs. Reality

November 5th, 2024 Comments Off on GenAI in the 2024 Elections: Expectations vs. Reality
With this being an election year, concerns have long been raised about the potential threats artificial intelligence (AI) poses to the integrity of the electoral process. According to a recent poll by Pew, more than half of US adults ...
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