Controversial AI Policies and Quantum Computing Breakthroughs
Description
In this episode of Hashtag Trending, host Jim Love discusses various hot topics in tech. The new US administration's AI plan faces widespread criticism for its ambiguous and potentially punitive nature. Researchers in quantum computing at the University of Sydney achieve a significant milestone in error reduction, bringing practical use closer. Google's DeepMind develops robots capable of continuously learning through a game of ping pong. Meta faces a unique class action lawsuit over allegedly using pirated adult content to train AI models. Lastly, a notable Starlink outage results in unexpectedly faster internet speeds for users. Tune in for more in-depth insights and analyses.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
00:41 Controversial US AI Action Plan
02:51 Quantum Computing Breakthrough
04:46 Google's AI-Powered Ping Pong
06:11 Meta's Legal Troubles with AI Training Data
07:59 Starlink's Unexpected Speed Boost
09:12 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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