South Korea's Smart Grid Revolution in Jeolla Province
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South Korea plans to establish a next-generation power grid in South Jeolla Province, utilizing cutting-edge AI technology to reduce inefficiency in long-distance power transmissions. The government aims to make the region a hub for renewable energy supply.
The Indian IT industry, particularly TCS and its peers, is undergoing a significant transformation due to rising AI adoption, which is creating a massive multiplier effect on jobs and consumption. Experts warn that around 400,000 to 500,000 professionals are at risk of being laid off over the next two to three years as their skills become obsolete. The most vulnerable employees include pure people managers, testing staff, and infrastructure management personnel with minimal tech knowledge. Industry veterans and analysts predict a massive transition in white-collar work, with cost optimization driving clients' demands for productivity benefits. TCS has announced plans to invest in new technologies and realign its workforce model to stay "future-ready." The layoffs have taken a toll on employees' morale, particularly those in mid-career positions, who are struggling to adapt to the changing industry landscape.
Tech giants Amazon, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and Elon Musk's xAI have invested billions into AI since ChatGPT's launch in 2022. Chinese startup DeepSeek recently introduced a high-performance model using less costly chips, causing a stir in the industry. According to PhD-level expert Jason Altman, ChatGPT-5 is the first model that feels like talking to a PhD-level expert, with capabilities in coding, writing, and healthcare. However, British AI expert Simon Willison found it "just good at stuff" without a dramatic leap ahead from other large language models. OpenAI's safety research lead Alex Beutel emphasized that ChatGPT-5 is trained to be trustworthy and honest, generating "safe completions" that stick to high-level information.
Tesla Inc. is disbanding its Dojo team, a supercomputer project aimed at developing driverless-vehicle technology, and its leader Peter Bannon will leave the company. The decision was made by CEO Elon Musk, who has ordered the effort to be shut down due to a significant talent drain. Tesla plans to increase reliance on external technology partners, including Nvidia Corp. and Advanced Micro Devices Inc., for computers and Samsung Electronics Co. for chip manufacturing. This marks a major shift in the company's AI strategy, with CEO Elon Musk acknowledging that pursuing Dojo was a
Tesla Simplifies AI Chip Design for Efficiency Gains
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Tesla plans to simplify its AI chip design process, a move aimed at increasing efficiency and reducing costs. Elon Musk made the announcement without specifying when the changes will be implemented. The goal is to make the company's AI chips more competitive in the market. This move comes as Tesla continues to expand its presence in the electric vehicle industry.
US President Donald Trump's Truth Social app has launched an AI search tool powered by Perplexity, which allows the platform to control the sources of information used in its search results, raising concerns about selective access to news and potential political influence. The move is seen as a response to Trump's executive order demanding "ideologically neutral" artificial intelligence tools.
Uniqus is investing in developing specific AI assets to be embedded into its consulting services. The company aims to leverage AI for enhanced client support.
Universities must take ethics seriously as the misuse of AI becomes apparent, highlighting the need for institutions to teach moral character alongside knowledge. Jonathan Johnson argues that the exploitation of AI points to a broader issue with universities' focus on education, suggesting they should prioritize teaching ethics and moral values to prevent further damage caused by AI.
YouTube's AI system will identify and flag minors attempting to log in as adults, restricting access to adult content. The company aims to refine its technology based on user feedback and accuracy rates before a wider rollout.