Nobel Prize-winning AI godfather slams Sam Altman, warns of existential AI risks

AI’s growing grip on the scientific world is evident with recent Nobel Prize nods, including one for Geoffrey Hinton, dubbed the “godfather of AI.” After his 2023 departure from Google to openly address AI dangers, Hinton has redirected his attention at OpenAI, accusing its CEO, Sam Altman, of abandoning the company’s core mission by chasing profits over safety.

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Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite debuts with second-gen Oryon CPU at the core

At the Snapdragon Summit 2024, held from October 21 to 23 in Maui, Hawaii, Qualcomm officially introduced the Snapdragon 8 Elite, marking a significant shift in naming conventions by departing from the “Gen” series models. At the heart of this platform lies the second-generation Oryon CPU, which features an advanced octa-core architecture and promises a substantial performance boost.

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Foxconn deepens SDV development to support smart car transformation

At the 2024 Hon Hai Tech Day (HHTD24), DIGITIMES Research conducted an insightful interview with Foxconn about the future of software-defined vehicles (SDVs). The discussion explored the impact and potential applications of SDVs in the automotive industry from multiple angles, while Foxconn showcased practical applications demonstrating how these vehicles are reshaping the automotive landscape.

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Intel seeks foundry alliance with Samsung to challenge TSMC’s market dominance

Intel has reportedly approached senior executives at Samsung Electronics with a proposal to form a “foundry alliance” against the market-dominating TSMC. This move comes in the wake of Intel and Samsung finding themselves in hot water with both of their foundry operations. The potential collaboration between these two major players has become a focal point of interest within South Korea’s industry.

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