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AMD and Copilot+ Set the Stage for Xbox AI

Let’s talk about what to expect when the AI Xbox comes to market next year, and we’ll close with my Product of the Week, a new AI-enabled processor from Intel Lunar Lake.

AMD is pushing the boundaries of what is possible with technology while ensuring that its operations and products contribute positively to society and the environment.

This is a "man bites dog" story because, for much of the two companies’ existence, Intel's brand value ranked among the highest in the world, consistently outpacing that of AMD. Now, in the latest Kantar Brandz report listing the 100 most valuable companies, AMD came in 41st and Intel 48th.

Cybersecurity experts and government officials have long supported the policy of not paying ransoms due to its potential to curb criminal activity and reduce attacks. Paying ransoms is risky and unreliable and does not guarantee that cybercriminals will restore access or decrypt files.

Paul Buchheit pointed out that Google had good reason to worry about AI caving in its search goldmine. AI is an inherently disruptive technology because if you actually give people the right answer, they won't need to click on an entire page full of ads, he explained.

Despite its somewhat unglamorous reputation, database management and administration is an industry experiencing rapid growth, persistent talent shortages, and significant changes brought by AI. This field has much potential for those willing to cash in on its viable career path.

The discussion at Siggraph between Mark Zuckerberg and Jensen Huang was fascinating, especially in terms of what they didn’t discuss -- the future of Facebook with AI. Based on their conversation, I believe I can fill that gap.

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Intel AI and the Olympics

Last week, Intel shared how its AI technology will be a significant part of the Olympics experience. If Intel pulls this off, it would be a huge boost to its AI efforts.

AMD just announced it will close that gap with a class of PCs that have the graphics and processor performance demanded by creators. These are machines with discrete graphics cards and the power to meet the needs of those who demand the highest performance yet still want all the advantages that AI b...

Forrester identified top emerging technologies in its latest report, highlighting their potential benefits, use cases, and risks for businesses.

Over the last several weeks, we’ve had Google I/O, which highlighted the rollout of Google’s Gemini AI engine for smartphones; Microsoft Build, which focused on its Copilot+ rollout for PCs; and Apple’s WWDC24 video, which showcased the rollout of AI on both PCs and smartphones. Let’s explor...

Prior to WWDC24, AI meant artificial intelligence to most consumers. In classic Apple-esque fashion, we now know the Cupertino-based company wants to redefine AI as "Apple Intelligence."

Apple's answer to the likes of Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot, didn't exhibit many tricks not already seen on those other platforms, but it did excel in two areas: integration and privacy.

When we talk about AI, we typically focus on productivity, but our real problem is poor decision support, not the lack of productivity or performance.

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