Author: makoantz
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WWDC 2024 Highlights: AI and Beyond
Apple’s WWDC 2024 keynote began with a dramatic skydiving intro featuring some of its executives jumping from planes and parachuting onto the grounds of Apple Park. This attention-grabbing stunt set the stage for Apple to unveil its major announcements around artificial intelligence (AI) and the “Apple Intelligence” initiative. After the skydiving intro, CEO Tim Cook…
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Kaifu Lee’s Insightful Perspectives on AI: Latest Views and Their Contribution to the AI Discourse
Among the many books on Artificial Intelligence, Kaifu Lee’s AI Superpowers was one of those few that caught my attention. I pored over it during the pandemic which provided valuable insights into the AI landscape and the ongoing competition between the United States and China. Lee’s perspectives added depth to my existing knowledge and helped…
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Microsoft Build 2024: Cutting-Edge AI Innovations
In today’s Microsoft Build 2024 keynote, CEO Satya Nadella announced a range of exciting new AI capabilities and partnerships. Here are some of the key highlights: Azure AI Infrastructure Scales with New Hardware Partnerships Azure AI infrastructure continues to scale rapidly, with 30x more supercomputing power added in the last 6 months. New partnerships with…
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Quality Time with My Son: An Unexpected FC24 Bonding Experience
Today was a rather slow Monday, possibly due to the upcoming mid-week holiday on Wednesday. The day at the office dragged on, and I had to stay late to complete my homework for last week’s module in the professional course I’m attending. By the time I got home, it was already past 8 PM. As…
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Resurgence of Covid-19: A Personal Perspective
The recent surge in Covid-19 cases in Singapore has been a topic of discussion in many households, including my own. Just last month, our family went through a series of flu-like illnesses, starting with my son , then my daughter, and finally myself, before circling back to my son just before this weekend. Despite testing…
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FC La Paz Triumphs in a Thrilling Comeback Victory: A Rollercoaster Match Against Lille US
FC La Paz and Lille US treated fans to an exhilarating FC24 Ultimate Team Rivals match last night, filled with dramatic moments and a stunning comeback by the home side. The match was a testament to the resilience and determination of FC La Paz, who refused to give up despite facing a two-goal deficit early…
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Navigating the AI Landscape: An Enthusiast’s Journey Through Challenges and Triumphs
Embracing the Power of GenAI and Overcoming Obstacles As I continue to explore the vast and rapidly evolving world of AI technology, particularly the fascinating realm of GenAI, I find myself facing a myriad of challenges in my quest to spread its benefits across various use cases. These challenges come from all directions – upstream,…
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The Future of Online Gaming: How AI Could Reshape the Landscape
As an avid FC 24 football game enthusiast, I’ve always found immense satisfaction in competing against other human players online. The unpredictability, the strategy, and the thrill of outsmarting your opponent all contribute to an unparalleled gaming experience. However, with the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), I can’t help but wonder how it will…
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Google I/O 2024: Stepping Up AI and Generative AI Integration
Google I/O 2024 showcased a remarkable array of advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (Gen AI), underlining Google’s commitment to enhancing user experiences and empowering developers. Here are the key highlights from this year’s event: Gemini AI: Revolutionizing Google Workspace and Beyond One of the standout announcements was the introduction of Gemini AI,…
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The AI Arms Race Heats Up: GPT-4o and the Rise of GenAI Assistants
The AI world is abuzz with the latest release from OpenAI – GPT-4o, the “o” signifying its omnimodal capabilities. This latest iteration of the GPT-4 model can now handle not just text, but voice, images and videos as well. The implications are staggering as we inch closer to truly intelligent virtual assistants becoming a part…