Intel's Diamond Rapids is expected to launch alongside its Jaguar Shores AI accelerator, part of a push for an AI-ready server platform. The new CPUs are part of the Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors and may take on more AI workloads directly. Pricing has not been announced yet, and how it compares to competitors like AMD remains unclear.
https://www.techradar.com/pro/want-a-quad-socket-server-with-768-cores-sure-intels-192-core-diamond-rapids-xeon-cpu-will-deliver-that-in-2026-but-i-wonder-whether-it-will-be-too-little-too-lateThe United Nations has reported nearly 800 deaths in Gaza since May when Israel eased a blockade on food deliveries. Most of the deaths occurred near facilities operated by the US- and Israel-backed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, which has been criticized for its chaotic operations and alleged ties to Israeli military objectives. Israeli forces have responded to incidents with thorough examinations and instructions to minimize friction with civilians, but reports of deadly fire on aid seekers continue. Gaza civil defence official Mohammed al-Mughayyir said 10 people were shot by Israeli forces while waiting for supplies in the Al-Shakoush area, amid a wave of Israeli air strikes, drone attacks, and bombings across the densely populated territory.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1327891-gaza-civil-defence-says-israeli-forces-kill-at-least-30Kelly Osbourne has spoken out against false rumors about her father's health, specifically addressing a viral clip that uses artificial intelligence to mimic his voice, claiming it is not genuine and is being spread online.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/latest/1327914-ozzy-osbourne-is-not-dyingThe US has experienced numerous lab accidents, including live anthrax being shipped to labs and a researcher accidentally infecting himself with bird flu. Similarly, the Wuhan Institute of Virology in China was conducting dangerous research on coronaviruses, which may have contributed to the COVID-19 pandemic. The risk of lab leaks is high due to inadequate safety protocols, as seen in the recent seizure of a laboratory holding measles and cholera pathogens by armed factions in Sudan. Artificial intelligence poses a significant threat to humanity, with potential risks including AI being used for nefarious purposes, such as infiltrating military systems or releasing lethal bacteria, and its capacity for deception making it incredibly dangerous.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14897799/Ranked-10-likely-ways-world-end-supervolcanoes-nuclear-war-experts-deadliest-threats-humanity.htmlUnion minister Kishan Reddy credited India's emergence as the world's fourth-largest economy to its youth, citing the nation's demographic advantage of having an average age of 30, which drives rapid economic growth. He spoke at a Rozgar Mela in Secunderabad, part of a nationwide programme led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, where over 10.5 lakh candidates received appointment letters and 51,000 more job offers were made.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/telangana/youth-powering-indias-rise-kishan-reddy-1891085The Indian government's Skill India Mission has empowered crores of youth with industry-relevant skills across various sectors, including traditional, healthcare, artificial intelligence, and automotive. The mission, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2015, aims to create a future built on self-reliance, dignity, and confidence.
https://www.news18.com/india/skilled-and-empowered-youth-at-core-of-pm-modis-vision-for-viksit-bharat-by-2047-jayant-chaudhary-9436896.htmlMr Sheth, a veteran in the Indian smartphone industry, aims to challenge foreign dominance and promote digital sovereignty through his new AI+ Smartphone. He seeks to create a global tech brand from India, leveraging Atmanirbhar Bharat ideals. The Indian smartphone market is dominated by foreign brands, with 80% of the market share held by international companies.
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/ndtv-exclusive-meet-indias-first-fully-home-grown-ai-smartphone-8865840?pfrom=home-ndtv_mainnavigationNvidia's modified AI chips face new restrictions imposed in April, projected to reduce company revenue by $15 billion. The move is part of a broader bipartisan consensus in Washington to limit advanced AI hardware exports, with lawmakers concerned it could aid China's military modernization.
https://www.ibtimes.sg/us-senators-warn-nvidia-ceo-jensen-huang-against-meeting-chinese-military-linked-firms-during-china-80738Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) holds an indirect interest in AI startup xAI through its stake in Kingdom Holdings Company, which has invested $800 million in the firm. xAI recently completed a $5 billion debt raise and a separate $5 billion strategic equity investment to expand its AI infrastructure through data centers amid intense competition. The company acquired Elon Musk's social media business X (formerly Twitter) in March, valuing xAI at $80 billion and X at $33 billion. xAI expects to generate over $13 billion in annual earnings by 2029 and plans to spend $18 billion on investments in data centers.
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