The recent decision by xAI to open source its AI chatbot Grok has significant implications for the AI community. Elon Musk’s announcement on March 11th paved the way for researchers and developers to access the base model and network architecture of the 314 billion parameter Mixture-of-Experts model, Grok-1, on GitHub. This move is seen as
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Apple recently discontinued the M1 MacBook Air to make room for the new M3 version. However, there is a glimmer of hope for fans of the iconic wedge-shaped laptop. Both Walmart and Best Buy have announced discounted prices for the M1 MacBook Air, offering it at a significantly lower price than before. Walmart is selling
Starship Home, a new mixed-reality game designed for the Meta Quest 3, aims to redefine the concept of meaningful gaming experiences in the mixed reality space. Developed by Creature, this indie studio’s first foray into the genre promises to immerse players in a unique and engaging gameplay environment unlike anything they have experienced before. In
SpaceX’s Starshield unit has been making headlines with its classified contract with the US National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) to develop a network of spy satellites. This partnership, established in 2021, aims to create a fleet of “hundreds” of satellites equipped with Earth-imaging capabilities, capable of operating in low orbits. The involvement of SpaceX in such
The gaming industry is abuzz with rumors of Sony working on a PlayStation 5 Pro model that could potentially revolutionize the gaming experience. According to reports, the PS5 Pro may feature a significantly more powerful GPU, with up to three times the performance of existing PS5 models. This news has sparked excitement among gamers and
Google Meet, a popular video conferencing platform, is now offering users the ability to enhance their appearance with new filters. These filters are designed to subtly touch up your complexion before you join a meeting, giving you a more polished look without the need for extensive editing. There are two filter options to choose from:
The recent Supreme Court ruling in Lindke v. Freed has established a new test to determine when a public official can be considered to be engaging in state action by blocking someone on their social media account. This decision, signed by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, has significant implications for how public officials can interact with
Apple’s latest device, the $3,500 Vision Pro, comes with the feature of creating digital avatars called Personas for video calls. These Personas are meant to be a representation of the user for connecting with others, but the creation process is far from perfect. Despite being in beta, the Personas created on the Vision Pro often
Intel has announced the release of its latest flagship processor, the Core i9-14900KS. This processor boasts impressive clock speeds of up to 6.2GHz, surpassing its predecessor, the i9-13900KS. Priced at $699, the Core i9-14900KS promises to deliver exceptional performance for both gaming and multitasking workflows. Key Features The Core i9-14900KS features 24 cores, with eight
Gaming accessory company Turtle Beach has recently announced its acquisition of PDP for a hefty sum of $118 million. This move raises questions about the future of both companies and the gaming accessory market as a whole. PDP is known for its affordable and colorful controllers, while Turtle Beach has been expanding its product offerings