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Issues with Azure Function App (Shutdown_Function) — InternalServerError

Azure Functions allow developers to create serverless applications by choosing a programming language and defining a trigger.
Azure Functions offer various deployment methods, including CI/CD, to streamline the development process.
Automatic scalability is a major benefit of Azure Functions, as it adjusts instances based on demand.
Azure Functions seamlessly integrate with various Azure services, simplifying data management and system architecture.

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Nvidia, xAI Join BlackRock AI Infrastructure Project

Nvidia and xAI have joined the AI Infrastructure Partnership (AIP), an AI infrastructure investment project.
Nvidia and xAI will provide capital for the project along with initial backers BlackRock, Microsoft and MGX.
The AIP is focused on building an open-architecture platform supporting a diverse range of partners.
Large tech companies like Microsoft and Meta are planning significant spending on AI data centers.

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Oracle’s $5B Boost to UK AI and Cloud Infrastructure

Oracle announces a $5 billion investment in its cloud computing and AI infrastructure in the UK over the next five years.
The UK government aims to position the country as an AI superpower, with strategic investments from various companies, including Oracle.
Oracle's investment aligns with the UK's national AI strategy and will cater to both public and private sectors in industries such as healthcare, financial services, and retail.
The move enhances Oracle's UK cloud infrastructure and supports the country's vision of using AI to drive national development.

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Tencent Capex Triples As It Invests In AI

Tencent's capital expenditure on AI and other areas more than tripled from a year earlier to 12 percent of its total revenue.
The company spent $10.7 billion on capital expenditure for the year, up from $3.4 billion in 2023.
Tencent invested 39 billion yuan in AI initiatives in the fourth quarter.
Chinese companies, including Alibaba and ByteDance, are making large outlays on AI infrastructure.

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Serverless Computing: Benefits and Use Cases

Serverless computing offers key benefits and use cases for transforming the development process.
The technology provides constantly updated information, boosts knowledge, and offers expert guidance.
Serverless computing resources can be downloaded for a fee or accessed for free with a TechRepublic Premium subscription.
Cloud Insider Newsletter provides the latest news and tips on various cloud-related topics.

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New Video Alert: How to Provision a Web Server in AWS | Step-by-Step Guide

New video tutorial on TechPrane YouTube channel: How to provision a web server in AWS in a step-by-step guide.
The video simplifies the process of launching an EC2 instance, configuring security groups, and accessing the web server.
Key topics covered: choosing the right EC2 instance, setting up a security group, configuring an Elastic IP, installing Apache web server, and connecting via SSH.
Prerequisites: AWS account, basic Linux knowledge, and an SSH client.

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Azure VM Pricing

Azure virtual machines (VM) on Azure offer various pricing options with Pay-As-You-Go and Reserved Instances being the main models.
Options like PAYG are flexible for short-term needs, while Reserved Instances offer discounts for long-term commitments.
Azure VMs come in different types tailored for specific workloads like general purpose, compute optimized, memory optimized, GPU, high performance compute, and storage optimized.
Factors affecting Azure VM pricing include OS type (Windows or Linux), region cost, storage types, and networking usage costs.
Azure offers multiple pricing models like Pay-As-You-Go, Reserved Instances, Spot VMs, and Azure Hybrid Benefit.
Optimizing VM size, type, Windows licensing, deallocating unused VMs, and using cost optimization tools are key strategies for reducing Azure VM costs.
Balancing performance with cost and understanding workload needs are crucial in choosing the right Azure VM and managing Azure instance cost effectively.
Azure VM pricing varies by factors like usage, size, OS, and region, making it essential for businesses to assess and optimize their VM selection.
Utilizing cost management tools provided by Azure can help in tracking usage, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and optimizing VM spending.
Making informed decisions upfront can lead to significant savings in the long run, up to 72%, while meeting organizational infrastructure requirements efficiently.
Azure offers FAQs addressing common queries related to Azure VM pricing, licensing costs, billing, and strategies to reduce Azure VM costs effectively.

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Humanoid robots now have a move to celebrate the takeover

Boston Dynamics has released a new video showcasing the impressive moves of its humanoid robot, Atlas.
The robot demonstrates policies developed using reinforcement learning and motion capture technology.
Atlas can now perform moves such as breakdancing and a perfect cartwheel.
The goal is to make Atlas fit for manufacturing scenarios and help in performing mundane tasks.

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Stability AI’s new virtual camera turns any image into a cool 3D video and I’m blown away by how good it is

Stability AI has developed a new tool called Stable Virtual Camera that turns two-dimensional images into three-dimensional videos.
Using generative AI, the tool processes a single image to generate smooth, depth-accurate 3D motion.
The virtual camera tool allows users to control camera trajectories, choose from various movements, and create videos suitable for different devices.
While the tool is available for research purposes, it still has some limitations and faces competition from other AI video tools.

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How & Where to Watch The Au Pair From Anywhere

To watch 'The Au Pair' from anywhere, sign up for NordVPN, connect to a U.K. server, and create a free Channel 5 account.
The mini-series is available on Channel 5 in the U.K. and requires a VPN to bypass geoblocks for viewers outside the U.K.
The VPNs recommended for streaming 'The Au Pair' include NordVPN, Surfshark, and ExpressVPN, with NordVPN offering fast speeds and affordability.
'The Au Pair' cast includes Sally Bretton, David Suchet, and Ludmilla Makowski in a thrilling storyline with hidden agendas and suspense.
Viewers can access the show through Channel 5 or use a VPN with U.K. servers to stream it online.
The post also suggests using PrivadoVPN as a free VPN option for streaming 'The Au Pair'.
The article provides steps to watch the show with NordVPN or other recommended VPN services.
The plot of 'The Au Pair' revolves around a family's interactions with a mysterious Au Pair, leading to suspense and intrigue.
NordVPN is highlighted as the best VPN for accessing the show, with a 30-day money-back guarantee for risk-free testing.
The FAQ section addresses where to stream 'The Au Pair', the show's plot, filming location, and more details about the series.

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Walmart slashed the price of this Acer Predator OLED gaming monitor by $700

Walmart is offering a $700 discount on the Acer Predator X45 OLED gaming monitor.
The monitor provides brilliant colors, perfect black levels, and immersive experiences for gaming.
It features a 240Hz refresh rate, 0.01ms pixel response time, and AMD FreeSync Premium technology.
With a clearance sale price of $906, this is a great opportunity to buy a premium gaming monitor.

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The price might not be the problem with Nvidia GPUs after all

The exchange rate between the euro and the dollar has caused price dips of Nvidia RTX 50-series GPUs in European markets.
Nvidia has slashed the prices of some graphics cards in Europe by approximately five percent.
The price drops in European markets are due to the strengthened euro against the dollar.
Retailers have been selling GPUs at inflated prices, well beyond Nvidia's suggested MSRP, impacting customer demand.

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Missing Copilot? Microsoft’s latest Windows patch restores the AI after mistakenly deleting it

Microsoft acknowledges a bug in the March update that accidentally uninstalled Copilot from PCs.
The affected PCs are being returned to their original state, restoring Copilot on the devices.
The accidental removal of Copilot only affected specific Windows PCs that installed the mentioned builds.
It's important to keep Windows computer up-to-date with the latest patches and updates for security purposes.

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Thrustmaster’s new flight sticks make flight sims even better

Thrustmaster has announced the new Sol-R 1 and Sol-R 2 series of flight sticks designed for flight simulators.
The sticks feature ergonomic design with palm rest, thumb rest, and customizable look with 11 different RGB zones.
The Sol-R 1 flight stick is compatible with Thrustmaster's Viper and Hornet grips, and the Sol-R 2 combo setup offers 88 different buttons.
The Sol-R 1 is priced at $220, while the Sol-R 2 combo setup is priced at $400.

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University students create AI-powered coffee-brewing robot arm

A team of robotics researchers at the University of Edinburgh have created an AI-powered robot arm that can serve coffee and perform other tasks.
The robot arm, called Kinova Gen3, has advanced motor skills and is programmed with AI, including GPT-4, to adapt to controlled environments and interact with objects.
In a test, the robot arm successfully made a cup of coffee and decorated a plate with a drawn animal, showcasing its abstract reasoning abilities.
The researchers believe that this advancement in robotics highlights the future where intelligent robots become commonplace for various tasks, including serving coffee in coffee shops.

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