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Updates to the Android XR SDK: Introducing Developer Preview 2
- Android XR SDK Developer Preview 2 has been released with new features and improvements to assist developers in creating immersive experiences.
- New features include capabilities to render 180° and 360° stereoscopic videos, layouts that adapt to different XR display configurations, and enhanced Material Design for XR components.
- ARCore for Jetpack XR now supports hand tracking, offering natural input methods for XR experiences.
- Updates to the Android XR Emulator provide stability, AMD GPU support, and integration with Android Studio UI.
- Unity developers can benefit from performance improvements and new features in the Unity OpenXR: Android XR package, including support for Dynamic Refresh Rate and hand meshes with occlusion.
- Firebase AI Logic for Unity is now in public preview, allowing developers to integrate AI into their apps for unique AI-powered experiences on Android XR.
- Google continues to support open standards, collaborating on the glTF Interactivity specification and preparing for the launch of Android XR on upcoming devices.
- Android XR differentiated apps can be prepared for the Android XR Play Store by testing in the emulator and creating standout assets like 180° videos and screenshots.
- Developers interested in Android XR on glasses can look forward to future updates on how to engage in the developer experience.
- To start developing for Android XR, visit developer.android.com/develop/xr for the necessary tools, libraries, and information, and share feedback to contribute to the development of Android XR.
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Don't call it a comeback: Why Goldman sees the downtrodden Magnificent 7 roaring back to beat the market
- Goldman Sachs predicts that the top tech stocks will outperform the rest of the S&P 500 in 2025 despite the recent slump in the market.
- The bank expects the 'Magnificent Seven' tech stocks, including Nvidia, Tesla, Meta, Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Apple, to show superior earnings growth driving their outperformance.
- Although these tech giants have faced challenges such as trade policy and antitrust concerns this year, they exhibited strong earnings outperformance in the first quarter of 2025.
- The top tech stocks are currently trading at discounted valuations, making them more attractive for investors, according to Goldman Sachs's chief equity strategist David Kostin.
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NVIDIA Unveils DreamGen for Robot Learning Through Digital Video ‘Dreams’
- NVIDIA has introduced DreamGen, an engine designed to scale robot learning using synthetic video data instead of human operators.
- DreamGen generates neural trajectories and photorealistic robot videos paired with motor action labels to train robots on new tasks and environments.
- The technology enables robots to dream inside a video generative model, teaching them new behaviors without direct training and achieving high success rates on novel tasks.
- DreamGen bypasses the need for physical deployment in numerous homes by creating synthetic training data through a 4-step pipeline, training robots to perform tasks zero-shot.
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Silicon Valley used to idolize youth. AI is changing that.
- AI is reshaping tech hiring, leading to reduced demand for entry-level roles and a preference for experienced talent, as evidenced by a 50% drop in entry-level Big Tech hiring since pre-pandemic times, according to SignalFire data.
- Silicon Valley's focus on youth in tech hiring is diminishing, with a higher value now placed on midsenior hires who bring experience over youthful potential.
- SignalFire's report attributes part of this shift to the increasing role of AI in automating tasks that were traditionally given to junior developers, emphasizing the need for qualities like discernment honed through experience.
- The 'experience paradox' has emerged, where companies seek pretrained junior hires, but young candidates struggle to gain experience without opportunities, leading to challenges for young professionals entering the tech industry.
- The cultural shift in tech hiring now prioritizes proven execution over long-term potential, with startups increasingly hiring mid- and senior-level engineers for roles related to machine learning and data science.
- While C-suite hiring has slowed, companies are turning to 'fractional' roles like part-time CTOs and CMOs to access senior talent without significantly increasing costs.
- As AI reduces the immediate demand for junior hires in the tech industry, young professionals need to exhibit more creativity and hustle through avenues like boot camps, freelancing, and AI skills to enter the field successfully.
- The tech industry faces risks of breaking its talent pipeline by not reinvesting in early-career talent, emphasizing the importance of building and training the next generation of technologists for future sustainability.
- In 2025, the paradigm of youthful dominance in tech hiring is being rewritten to prioritize experience, with a focus on qualities like proven execution and autonomy in new hires.
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Dell Taps Nvidia Blackwell Ultra For Latest AI Servers
- Dell has introduced new servers with Nvidia's Blackwell Ultra AI accelerators to meet the increasing demand for AI processing power. The servers can support up to 192 Nvidia chips initially, with a possible upgrade to 256 units.
- In addition to Blackwell GPUs, Dell's servers will also support upcoming Vera Rubin chips. Dell has launched a Pro Max Plus laptop with a neural processing unit for AI developers to run AI workloads directly on the device.
- Dell expects a decline in its adjusted gross profit margin rate for fiscal 2026 due to high costs of AI server production and competition. The company plans to focus on increasing sales of networking and storage products for profitability.
- Dell has reorganized its sales staff, focusing on AI products and services, and aims to enhance data center sales strategies. Dell and Super Micro Computer are also producing servers based on AMD's Instinct MI325X AI chip, competing against Nvidia's Blackwell.
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NVIDIA Unveils NVLink Fusion to Expand AI Data Center Reach
- NVIDIA announced NVLink Fusion at Computex 2025, aiming to revolutionize AI data centers by combining third-party CPUs with NVIDIA GPUs.
- This initiative enables the creation of 'semi-custom AI infrastructure,' allowing NVIDIA to target diverse markets with unique computing requirements.
- NVIDIA's shift towards CPU integration for AI inference tasks showcases adaptability and seamless integration with existing data center hardware, appealing to enterprises adopting AI.
- The collaboration with CPU manufacturers like Fujitsu and Qualcomm opens new opportunities for NVIDIA to cater to customers preferring non-NVIDIA CPUs, expanding its influence in AI infrastructure.
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NVIDIA is Betting Big on AI Agents for Enterprises
- NVIDIA unveiled technologies to accelerate AI integration in the workplace at Computex 2025.
- New Enterprise AI Factory and AI Blueprints aim to help companies deploy AI agents for various tasks.
- AI agents are being utilized in areas such as fraud detection, customer support, and healthcare to provide personalized assistance.
- NVIDIA also introduced plans for an AI supercomputer in Taiwan and launched a Video Search and Summarisation blueprint for vision AI agents.
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Microsoft just launched an AI that discovered a new chemical in 200 hours instead of years
- Microsoft has launched a new enterprise platform called Microsoft Discovery that utilizes artificial intelligence to expedite scientific research and development.
- Microsoft Discovery employs AI agents and high-performance computing to facilitate research tasks without necessitating coding skills.
- The platform significantly accelerated the discovery of a novel coolant for data center cooling, a process that typically takes months or years, in just around 200 hours.
- Researchers can interact with supercomputers and complex simulations through natural language on Microsoft Discovery without the need for specialized programming knowledge.
- By democratizing advanced scientific tools, Microsoft Discovery aims to empower researchers and lower the barrier to utilizing cutting-edge research techniques.
- The platform employs a team of AI 'postdocs' to perform various scientific tasks, from literature reviews to simulations.
- Microsoft Discovery combines foundational models for planning with specialized models trained in scientific domains like physics, chemistry, and biology.
- The platform is built on a graph-based knowledge engine that establishes relationships between data and scientific research, enabling nuanced understanding across disciplines.
- Microsoft is partnering with various industries to implement Microsoft Discovery, including GSK for medicinal chemistry and Estée Lauder for product development.
- The platform is designed with future quantum computing capabilities in mind, creating a bridge between current AI-driven discovery and upcoming quantum computing capacities.
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Arm Sets Sights on Intel’s Turf With AI-Powered PC Push
- Arm is aggressively moving into the personal computer (PC) market dominated by Intel, leveraging the rise of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal computing.
- Arm expects 40% of PCs and tablets shipped this year to be based on the Arm architecture, with growing traction in Windows laptops and Chromebooks historically dominated by Intel.
- The company aims to capitalize on its power-efficient designs for AI workloads, particularly focusing on edge computing for processing AI tasks on the device itself.
- Arm's partnerships, AI libraries, and readiness for AI demand signify a broader industry shift towards AI-enabled PCs, challenging incumbents like Intel.
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Nvidia CEO says Chinese AI researchers are 'world class' — and US companies are hiring 'a whole bunch' of them
- Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang praised Chinese AI researchers as 'world class' and mentioned that US companies like Anthropic and OpenAI are hiring many of them.
- Huang emphasized the importance of international competition in the AI market, citing Chinese companies like DeepSeek as formidable challengers to American systems.
- He expressed concerns about restrictive regulations hindering US companies from keeping up with their Chinese counterparts, highlighting the impact of policies like the 'Diffusion rule.'
- Huang advocated for American companies to compete in the Chinese market to offset trade deficits, generate tax income, and create more job opportunities.
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Nvidia Launches GPU Marketplace to Broaden Access to Its Chips
- Nvidia launched an artificial intelligence marketplace called DGX Cloud Lepton for developers to access GPUs from an expanded roster of cloud providers.
- The marketplace aims to address limited GPU availability faced by startups, enterprises, and researchers for AI model training due to high demand.
- Developers can compare and select from various cloud GPU vendors based on availability, cost, and preferences without restrictions.
- This move signifies a strategic shift for Nvidia as it cultivates direct relationships with developers and enterprise customers to strengthen its influence in the AI services ecosystem.
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Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 benchmark test - this budget gaming GPU needs more VRAM
- Nvidia GeForce RTX 5060 lacks sufficient VRAM to play latest games at high settings at 1920 x 1080 resolution.
- Despite being potentially more powerful than the RTX 4060 and featuring multi-frame generation benefits, the RTX 5060 struggles due to VRAM limitations.
- A review is pending for a Gigabyte card based on the new Nvidia GPU.
- The absence of a press driver before release raises questions as to why Nvidia did not have reviews ready at launch.
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Only press who previewed the RTX 5060 under Nvidia’s test conditions are getting review drivers, reports claim
- Nvidia is reportedly only providing review drivers for the RTX 5060 to press outlets that conducted previews under strict conditions set by Nvidia.
- The mandated test conditions include using specific games for benchmarking like Doom: The Dark Ages, Cyberpunk 2077, and others, as well as focusing on DLSS 4's Multi Frame Generation performance.
- Nvidia spokesperson mentioned collaborating with selected media for previews but did not comment on the review driver situation.
- Some previews reflected criticism of RTX 5060's 8GB VRAM limit, limited game selection, and biased performance comparison against older GPUs without DLSS frame gen support.
- There are claims that Nvidia traded earlier review drivers for compliant previews, potentially influencing the initial wave of RTX 5060 reviews.
- Reports suggest Nvidia exerting pressure on tech YouTubers like Gamers Nexus to focus more on DLSS and MFG performance testing under threat of cutting off interview access.
- While companies may choose who receives exclusive access for coverage, demanding editorial jurisdiction over the evaluation process raises ethical concerns.
- Critics argue that Nvidia's alleged manipulation of reviews and editorial control could harm the reputation and perception of the RTX 5060.
- The situation has sparked discussions about the ethics of manufacturer influence in tech media reviews and the importance of maintaining independent evaluation processes.
- Nvidia's actions have raised questions about the balance between manufacturer interests and journalistic integrity in product reviews within the tech industry.
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Samsung boosts OLED TV gaming with Nvidia G-Sync compatibility
- Samsung's 2025 OLED TV lineup will feature Nvidia G-Sync compatibility for smooth gameplay and enhanced responsiveness.
- The G-Sync compatibility synchronizes the TV's refresh rate with the GPU's frame rate, reducing screen tearing and stuttering.
- Additional features include Motion Xcelerator technology, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro support, Auto Low Latency Mode, Samsung Gaming Hub, and AI Auto Game Mode for optimized settings.
- The flagship S95F OLED series will kick off the Nvidia G-Sync integration, offering advanced features like OLED Glare-Free technology and AI Gen3 Processor for enhanced visuals and audio.
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4 big takeaways from Jensen Huang's homecoming speech in Taiwan
- Jensen Huang gave the opening keynote at Computex in Taiwan where he discussed Nvidia's expansion in Taipei.
- Nvidia is building a new office named 'Nvidia Constellation' in the Beitou Shilin area of northern Taipei.
- Huang introduced Nvidia's DGX systems and cloud-based DGX Spark, highlighting their AI capabilities.
- Huang praised China's DeepSeek R1 model for its contributions to the AI industry and announced a collaboration to build an AI supercomputer for Taiwan.
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