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Open Source AI Can Help America Lead in AI and Strengthen Global Security
- Meta's open source Llama models are increasingly being used by a broad community for AI development. Therefore, they are being made available to U.S. government agencies like defence and national security applications and private sector partners supporting their work for streamlining complicated logistics and planning. The responsible and ethical uses of open source AI models like Llama will not only support the prosperity and security of the United States but also establish US open-source standards in the global race for AI leadership.
- Llama is being fine-tuned to support specific national security team missions, such as planning operations and identify adversaries' vulnerabilities for critical repairs. AWS and Microsoft Azure are hosting our models on their secure cloud solutions for sensitive data to support governments. Moreover, it is in both America and the wider democratic world's interest for American open-source models to excel and succeed over models from China and elsewhere.
- As Open source models become more capable and widely adopted, a global open-source standard for AI models is likely to emerge and embedded in technology, infrastructure, manufacturing, global finance and e-commerce. The world builds on high standards of openness, transparency and accountability, based on American leadership and commitment to international law for global peace and security, is significant.
- Open source technology leads to faster innovation, reduced costs and better products, thanks to contributions from developers worldwide, helping the United States retain its technological edge while spreading access to AI globally and ensuring that resulting innovations are responsible and ethical supporting geopolitical interests of the United States and its closest allies. In addition, public-private collaborations can help governmental agencies and organizations improve their operations and make a greater impact for the people they serve.
- Llama is supported by private sector partners including Accenture, Amazon Web Services, Anduril, Booz Allen, Databricks, Deloitte, IBM, Leidos, Lockheed Martin, Oracle, Palantir, Scale AI, and Snowflake to enable widespread adoption of American open source AI models. Other countries including China and America's competitors are investing heavily to leap ahead of the US.
- Meta's open source AI models like Llama will not only support the prosperity and security of the United States but establish US open source standards in the global race for AI leadership. Public-private collaborations like this can help agencies and organizations improve their operations and make a greater impact for the people they serve, Deloitte being one of them.
- Meta has partnered with the US State Department and led industry voices to promote safe, secure, and reliable AI systems that address societal challenges. They worked with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on a translation interface built on Meta's No Language Left Behind (NLLB) AI model to support high-quality translation in 200+ languages, including those that are low-resourced and marginalized.
- Meta wants to play its part in supporting the safety, security and economic prosperity of America and its closest allies too. Therefore, it is the responsibility of countries leveraging AI for national security to deploy AI ethically, responsibly, and in accordance with relevant international law and fundamental principles.
- Meta is humbled to see such huge enthusiasm around the world for the vast possibilities of this freely available technology. Working closely with partners, it hopes to play a part in securing America's technological leadership and ensuring the world's next generation of digital infrastructure is rooted in democratic values and safeguards.
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On theCUBE Pod: A look at connected ecosystems and questions of an AI election
- Connected ecosystems and real-time environments are defining the infrastructure game in the current era of business models.
- AI is creating a disruption while changing multiple things in the business model creating new questions around the business model itself.
- Companies are starting to move from classic software-as-a-service ecosystems on cloud to connected ecosystems.
- Real-time processing and data exchange creates a requirement for CapEx build-out and usage-based pricing models.
- SuperComputing, KubeCon and CloudNativeCon, are all big shows coming up that highlight the ongoing importance of infrastructure to the industry.
- Investment in AI is continuing, particularly from Amazon, which is reorganizing its startup group in anticipation of further growth.
- The 2024 election is shaping up to be defined by AI, with the question on everyone's mind being which side will be more effective with this emerging technology.
- From theCUBE, John Furrier and Dave Vellante believe that connected ecosystems and real-time processing are just the beginning of large and rapid changes to come.
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New to StarCraft II? Learn the Ropes Before its PC Game Pass Launch
- StarCraft II: Campaign Collection is available tomorrow with PC Game Pass.
- StarCraft: Remastered is also launching tomorrow into PC Game Pass.
- StarCraft II has something new to offer every player.
- StarCraft II: Campaign Collection features over 60 missions across three distinct campaigns.
- You will command three different races, each with a unique playstyle, in the quest for ultimate galactic conquest.
- To secure your victory, you’ll need to learn how to multitask throughout the game by balancing macro– and micro-management
- The term macro refers to your ability to juggle big-picture strategy.
- Micro is, as the name implies, your capacity to control your team’s units on a small-scale level.
- Playing through the Campaign Collection is also a perfect teaching tool for entering the world of StarCraft II multiplayer.
- PC Game Pass members can also claim the entirety of StarCraft: Remastered, the updated version of the classic original game, from tomorrow
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Top 2025 HR tech trends? Expect lots of data and support for employees
- The 2025 Workplace Trends report predicts that AI, data-driven decision-making, and employee-centered policies will continue to be significant HR tech trends in the coming year.
- The report also highlights the impact of AI and automation on various industries and the emergence of new HR technology tools blending gen AI with automation.
- Organizations are expected to adapt to hybrid work structures and prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.
- Companies are focusing on employee financial well-being, mental health, and fostering a sense of community in the workplace.
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Is the Digital Transformation of Businesses Complete?
- Despite the widespread adoption of modern technologies, the digital transformation of businesses seems to be an ongoing journey that also involves continuous innovation, adaptable leadership and skilled talent.
- Eman Al-Hillawi, CEO at business consultancy, Entec Si emphasises that digital transformation transcends simple technology upgrades and is rather about the strategic integration of technologies into all areas of an organisation.
- Assessing whether a business has achieved digital transformation involves examining organisational shifts and operational efficiency.
- The creation of roles such as process automation experts, low-code developers and data scientists underscores how deeply embedded digital transformation is with organisations.
- For lasting impact, personalised training and support tailored to individual roles should be provided.
- Sustaining digital transformation beyond initial implementation requires strong leadership and a commitment to skill development.
- Experts agree that artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation will play a pivotal role in shaping the next decade of digital transformation.
- The future of digital transformation lies in organisations’ ability to redefine how work gets done, integrating human expertise with technological advancements for a balanced approach to productivity and innovation.
- Businesses that assume their digital journey is over may risk falling behind in the face of rapidly evolving customer expectations and competitive pressures.
- Recognising digital transformation as a dynamic process that evolves with the demands of the marketplace, businesses can position themselves to thrive amid the uncertainties of the digital age.
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Alibaba Scales Down Metaverse Operations, Lays Off Dozens Of Employees As Hype Cools Down
- Alibaba Group Holding has scaled back its metaverse operations, laying off dozens of employees in its Yuanjing division.
- The layoffs are part of a strategic shift within Alibaba as attention shifts towards artificial intelligence (AI).
- Yuanjing, originally launched in 2021, was Alibaba's dedicated metaverse unit but has been scaled down as part of an optimization initiative.
- Other major tech firms, including Meta and Baidu, have also reduced investments in the metaverse and focused more on AI.
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Threads now has 275M monthly active users
- Meta's social network Threads now has 275 million monthly active users.
- Threads, launched in July 2023, has rapidly gained users and become one of the biggest text-first social networks.
- The platform reached 150 million MAU in April and 200 million MAU in August.
- While user acquisition is increasing, Threads is facing moderation issues that frustrate users.
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Biot-based Cintoo secures €37 million to accelerate AI and metaverse innovations in reality data management
- Biot-based company Cintoo has raised €37 million in a Series B funding round led by Partech.
- The funding will be used to enhance Cintoo's SaaS platform, advance metaverse experiences, and expand into US and European markets.
- Cintoo specializes in transforming extensive 3D laser scan data into smaller, high-resolution 3D meshes, making it popular in sectors like architecture and engineering.
- The global 3D scanning market is projected to reach $16.7 billion by 2030, providing Cintoo with opportunities for further growth.
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MMO Week in Review: Ascendancy, Horizons, and U44
- It was a surprisingly big patch week for the MMORPG genre.
- Elder Scrolls Online pushed out Update 44, Elite Dangerous launched its Ascendancy patch, and Albion Online dropped its quarterly release, Horizons.
- Meanwhile, PlanetSide 2 merged its EU servers, we took a deep-dive into Wayfinder, Final Fantasy XIV previewed its Crossroads patch.
- Path of Exile 2 delayed its early access into December, and New World tried to convince people that MMO group dungeons are somehow an extension of the solo experience.
- And disturbingly, we found out that indie MMO Embers Adrift hasn’t gotten a dime from its payment processor since June.
- Embers Adrift has some good news bad news - good news for players, but bad news for the studio, which is apparently being screwed over by its payment processor.
- US Copyright Office rules libraries can’t access old games remotely because of ‘market harm’ and recreational use ‘risk’.
- Albion Online adds new open world objectives, Outlands portals, and content in today’s Horizons patch.
- Elder Scrolls Online’s U44 arrives to shake up the PvP meta and introduce two new companions.
- Star Citizen players raise the alarm over internet spaceship nerfs that conveniently favor newer options.
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Alibaba Group Holding is scales down its metaverse operations Alibaba Scales Back Metaverse Unit Yuanjing Amid Cooling Hype in the Sector
- Alibaba Group is reducing its commitment to metaverse-driven technology by scaling down its metaverse division, Yuanjing, within its operational setup.
- The downsizing is being carried out as part of the company's overall restructuring drive that is focused on improving operational efficiency and metaverse as a sector experiences waning hype.
- The move by Alibaba reflects a broader shift in focus toward artificial intelligence (AI), an area gaining traction as metaverse enthusiasm ebbs away.
- Yuanjing, which was established in 2021, has experienced layoffs, affecting teams based in Shanghai and Hangzhou, and the workforce reduction is part of an internal reorganization aimed at enhancing efficiency.
- Alibaba, along with other major Chinese tech players like Tencent, Baidu, and ByteDance, had raced to capitalize on the metaverse's potential in the past.
- Other tech giants have also scaled back their metaverse ambitions due to a cooled-out attraction; Meta Platforms, which is the parent company of Facebook trimmed down its Reality Labs division while Baidu restructured its metaverse unit.
- Despite the cutbacks, Alibaba does not plan to abandon Yuanjing entirely; the company intends to shift its focus from broad metaverse development to creating specific tools and applications for business and entertainment use.
- Alibaba's approach to Yuanjing suggests that while it remains interested in exploring metaverse metaverse applications, it is doing so in a more cautious way, focusing on tools and services with practical business applications.
- As technology trends evolve, Alibaba's dual approach allows it to capitalize on the benefits of each sector, AI and metaverse in a calculated and sustainable manner.
- While provincial governments pursue ambitious goals of nurturing metaverse industries worth billions of dollars, with Zhejiang province having introduced a metaverse roadmap targeting the creation of industries valued at 200 billion yuan by 2025, state media outlets have issued cautionary statements, warning against becoming overly entangled in the 'metaverse frenzy'.
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One Shots: A sticky situation, indeed
- Guild Wars 2 features a jumping puzzle in a hidden cave with honeycombs guarded by bees.
- A Final Fantasy XIV player shares a festive screenshot for Samhain.
- Minimalistway shares a colorful FFXIV screenshot.
- A World of Warcraft player enjoys a Panera bread bowl in the spooky woods of Drustvar.
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Why Jamie Dimon is Sam Altman’s biggest competitor
- Investors have poured north of $30 billion into independent foundation model players focusing on the false grail of so-called artificial general intelligence (AGI). However, we believe the greatest value capture exists in what is called Enterprise AGI. Private enterprises will capture the majority of value in the race for AI leadership. This report will dig deep into the economics of foundation models and will analyze Enterprise AGI and the untapped opportunities that exist within enterprises.
- The false grail of AGI is often associated with OpenAI Chief Executive Sam Altman, driven by the pursuit of machine business work better than humans. However, removing humans' involvement for decision-making is not as easy as it seems.
- AGI in the enterprise is the ability gradually to learn and adapt white-collar work processes of the firm. Instead of one all-intelligent AGI, it is a swarm of modestly intelligent agents that can collectively augment human white-collar work. Nvidia CEO’s quotes also resonate with this idea of a directory of AIs, some digital, some biological, specialized and skilled, and just generally good at doing things. An all-knowing AGI may not be a viable scenario.
- Private enterprises possess unique data and process advantage that is not in the public domain, which is the key ingredient for its competitive advantage. The proprietary knowledge specific to a business resides in the enterprise's data estate, with foundation models deriving from the transformer, differentiated solely by the data sets that train it.
- LLMs are focused on scaling up its algorithm without recognizing that scaling up Models does not mean scaling their accuracy. The cost of scaling models is becoming unsustainable, and prices will drop like a rock. The investments going to foundation models are misguided, and the massive value capture exists in Enterprise AGI, which is a large opportunity for companies and most of the value created will accrue to these firms.
- Citizen developers give agents goals and guardrails. But just as important, agents can generate plans with step-by-step reasoning that humans can then edit and iterate. Then the exception conditions become learnable moments to help get the agent further down the long tail the next time. Agents can learn from their human supervisors and learn from exceptions while in production. This is the opposite of traditional software where you want to catch and suppress bugs before production. This extension of what an agent can do can create a potentially learnable step to extend the long tail of activities and handle more edge cases.
- Agents can change the economics of achieving that by observing and learning from human actions. The swarm of workflow agents, which are really specialized action models, collectively have the ability to learn and embody all that management knowhow and outperform the most advanced foundation model. The collective intelligence of those agents outperforms the singular intelligence in a frontier foundation model.
- The enterprise automation opportunity is significant but requires specialized knowledge because each process is unique, and it takes more than an AI model to understand an enterprise's processes. The future of enterprise software must not only deliver transactional efficiency and productivity but also be capable of managing and analyzing the complexities of real-time business processes in a unified framework subject to operational, analytic and historical systems.
- Though there are various emerging players exploring the integrated, process-driven source of truth, understanding the nuances of each approach will be critical to building applications that can capitalize on this integrated, process-driven source of truth. The future presents both challenges and a significant opportunity, setting the stage for a new era in enterprise applications, data orchestration, and process alignment.
- Overall, we believe that Enterprise AGI provides a massive opportunity for companies, and most of the value created will accrue to these firms. Private enterprises will capture the majority of value in the race for AI leadership, underscoring the importance of Enterprises' ability to gradually learn and adapt white-collar work processes over an all-knowing AGI.
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Dragon Age: The Veilguard Is Divisive, Call Of Duty's Launcher Sucks, And More Of The Week's Top Takes
- Dragon Age: The Veilguard, the first new entry in BioWare’s series in 10 years, has sparked diverse reactions among critics and players.
- Nintendo's delay in announcing the Switch 2 has left fans eagerly waiting for news on the new console.
- The launcher for Call of Duty: Warzone has faced criticism for being a poor client and launcher for other Call of Duty titles.
- The final DLC for Alan Wake 2, titled The Lake House, explores AI's role in art and is praised as a success by critics.
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World of Warcraft’s Patch 11.0.7 may be coming sooner than you think
- World of Warcraft’s Patch 11.0.7 and Siren Isle in testing
- Speculation suggests patch may release on or before December 17th
- November Trading Post options available, including Sylvanas costume
- Blizzard releases videos on Draenei creation, Diablo IV Halloween content, and WoW's sound design
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WRUP: Deciding on the serious version from now on edition
- What Are You Playing used the past few weeks to maturely discuss what they were playing that weekend.
- Due to an issue with the voting module, a new system has been put in place.
- If you liked the recent very serious video game news article, email videogamenews AT massivelyop dot com with the subject line “Wombat News” and specific instructions on how to vote.
- If you liked the natural science news header, you’ll need to head to 2929 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA and order a “wild double sloppy sloppy with extra BBQ sauce” from McDonald’s.
- The team will tally the votes and get the results to you next week.
- Bonus question was; What is your favorite underrated sweet treat?
- Andrew Ross still playing Splatoon 3 and exercise games and likes Marzipan.
- Chris Neal's weekend will involve weapon moves in Monster Hunter Wilds’ open beta and dip into Wayfinder and Final Fantasy XIV. And he thinks that Swedish Fish are pretty underrated.
- This weekend, Eliot Lefebvre gonna finish up his FFXIV prep and play Forza Horizon 4, which he slept on and prefers dried fruit in general and dried prunes in particular.
- Tyler Edwards is not sure what he's going to play, but may try StarCraft 2 co-op or Heroes of the Storm. And revealed an uncommon sweet treat he's stocking up on - halva bars.
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