'Reasoning' AI will depend on cheaper computing, says Nvidia CEO Huang

'Reasoning' AI will depend on cheaper computing, says Nvidia CEO Huang


Nvidia is facing attempts to loosen its grip on the market. | File Photo: Bloomberg

By Ian King


Nvidia Corp. Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang said that the future of artificial intelligence will be services that can “reason,” but such a stage requires the cost of computing to come down first.

 

Next-generation tools will be able to respond to queries by going through hundreds or thousands of steps and reflecting on their own conclusions, he said during a podcast hosted by Arm Holdings Plc CEO Rene Haas. That will give this future software the ability to reason and set it apart from current systems such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, which Huang said he uses every day. 


Nvidia will set the stage for these advances by boosting its chip performance every year by two to three times, at the same level of cost and energy consumption, Huang said. This will transform the way AI systems handle inference — the ability to spot patterns and draw conclusions.

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“We’re able to drive incredible cost reduction for intelligence,” he said. “We all realize the value of this. If we can drive down the cost tremendously, we could do things at inference time like reasoning.”


The Santa Clara, California-based company has more than 90% of the market for so-called accelerator chips — processors that speed up AI work. It has also branched out to selling computers, software, AI models, networking and other services — part of a push to get more companies to embrace artificial intelligence. 


Nvidia is facing attempts to loosen its grip on the market. Data center operators such as Amazon.com Inc.’s AWS and Microsoft Corp. are developing in-house alternatives. And Advanced Micro Devices Inc., already an Nvidia rival in gaming chips, has emerged as an AI contender. AMD plans to share the latest on its artificial intelligence products at an event Thursday.

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 11:54 PM IST



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Tech wrap Oct 9: MediaTek Dimensity 9400, Logitech POP Icon Keys, and more

Tech wrap Oct 9: MediaTek Dimensity 9400, Logitech POP Icon Keys, and more



Taiwanese semiconductor company MediaTek has launched the Dimensity 9400 chipset, delivering enhanced performance across various applications. This next-generation flagship chip significantly boosts on-device artificial intelligence capabilities and supports tri-fold smartphones. Built on TSMC’s second-generation 3nm process, the Dimensity 9400 is reported to be up to 40 per cent more power-efficient than its predecessor, according to MediaTek.

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Swiss computer peripheral manufacturer Logitech has introduced the POP Icon Keys wireless keyboard alongside the POP Mouse in India. Designed for both comfort and style, the POP Icon Keys keyboard features silent typing and customisable shortcuts, while the POP Mouse provides low-noise, smooth navigation. Both products will be available for purchase in India shortly.

 


Adobe has launched a new free web application called Adobe Content Authenticity, aimed at helping creators protect and gain attribution for their work through Content Credentials. This metadata will accompany digital content, detailing the creator and providing context on how the content was created and edited. Moreover, the app will enable users to indicate if they do not wish for their content to be utilised for training generative artificial intelligence models.


Google has begun the integration of its Gemini AI into the Fitbit smartphone app, which acts as a companion for Fitbit-branded wearables and Google Pixel Watches. The first Gemini-powered feature for Fitbit is Insight Explorer, providing personalised responses to users’ health-related inquiries. This feature is available as an opt-in experiment in a new “Fitbit Labs” section of the app, currently limited to select users.


The Lava Agni 3 smartphone is now available for purchase in India. Launched on October 4, the device features a dual-display design, including a secondary 1.74-inch AMOLED display on the back that allows users to view quick notifications and image previews. Additionally, the phone comes with a customisable “Action Key,” which can be assigned various tasks, similar to Apple’s Action Button on the iPhone 16 series.




Fourteen years after its initial launch on PlayStation and Xbox consoles, Red Dead Redemption is finally coming to Microsoft Windows computers. American video game developer Rockstar Games has announced that the original Red Dead Redemption game, along with its Undead Nightmare expansion, will be available for PC gamers on October 29.


Samsung has announced the upcoming launch of the Galaxy A16 5G in India, following its global launch on October 8. The South Korean electronics company has yet to confirm a specific launch timeline. The Galaxy A16 5G will receive six years of software support regarding Android upgrades and security updates, marking a significant advancement in mid-range smartphones with segment-defining features.


The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) has issued a warning regarding vulnerabilities found in the Microsoft Edge browser for Windows. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology’s nodal agency has classified these vulnerabilities as high risk, indicating that remote attackers could exploit them to bypass security restrictions and execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.


On Tuesday, the US government indicated it may request a judge to compel Alphabet’s Google to divest certain parts of its business, such as its Chrome browser and Android operating system, alleging that these components maintain an illegal monopoly in online search.

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 8:02 PM IST



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Infosys expands partnership with Microsoft to boost Cloud, GenAI adoption

Infosys expands partnership with Microsoft to boost Cloud, GenAI adoption


Shares of Infosys settled at Rs 1,953.90 apiece on the BSE on Wednesday. | Representative Image: Wikimedia commons


IT giant Infosys on Wednesday announced expansion of its partnership with Microsoft to help drive global customer adoption of generative AI and Microsoft’s cloud platform Azure.


Additionally, Infosys will also act as a strategic supplier to support cloud and AI workloads for Microsoft’s enterprise customers.

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It will infuse Microsoft’s generative AI suite of offerings across its Solution IP portfolio to bring unique capabilities to market, helping clients achieve cost-efficiency, scalability, and agility, according to a regulatory filing.


“Our expanded collaboration with Infosys will transform industries, enhance business operations, elevate employee experiences, and deliver new value for customers. Together, we will harness the power of generative AI to deliver innovative solutions, drive AI adoption and enable unprecedented innovation for customers,” Nicole Dezen, Chief Partner Officer at Microsoft, said.

 


The collaboration aims to provide innovative solutions that enhance customer experiences and drive enterprise AI adoption. This includes integrating Microsoft’s generative AI offerings with Infosys’ existing solutions like Infosys Topaz, Cobalt, and Aster.


The alliance will also work on sharing best practices for Responsible AI.


Anand Swaminathan, EVP and Global Industry Leader– Communications, Media and Technology, Infosys, said the collaboration addresses various business problems through a customer-centric approach, providing scalability, agility, and cost-efficiency across key sectors like finance, healthcare, supply chain, and telecommunications.


The partnership dates back to when Infosys adopted GitHub Copilot, leading to significant improvements in code modernisation and completion. Currently, Infosys is recognized as a leading user of GitHub Copilot, with over 18,000 developers generating more than 7 million lines of code through this tool.


Shares of Infosys settled at Rs 1,953.90 apiece on the BSE on Wednesday, up 0.28 per cent from the previous close.

(Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 5:27 PM IST



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Rockstar to release Red Dead Redemption video game for PCs on October 29

Rockstar to release Red Dead Redemption video game for PCs on October 29



Fourteen years after its launch on PlayStation and Xbox consoles, Red Dead Redemption is finally coming to Microsoft Windows computers. American video game developer Rockstar Games has announced that the original Red Dead Redemption game, along with its Undead Nightmare expansion, will arrive for PC gamers on October 29.


The company stated that it has collaborated with UK-based video game developer Double Eleven to bring John Marston—the main protagonist of the game—and the playable story of his journey to PC, along with enhancements such as native 4K resolution support. Rockstar Games previously collaborated with Double Eleven in 2023 to bring the game to PlayStation 4 and Nintendo Switch, as Red Dead Redemption originally released on PlayStation 3 and Xbox 360 in 2010.

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Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare: Port to PC


Rockstar Games has confirmed that the PC version of the Red Dead Redemption video game will receive several platform-specific enhancements, including native 4K resolution gameplay support at up to 144Hz refresh rate on compatible hardware. The video game will support keyboard and mouse inputs, as well as external monitors with Ultrawide (21:9) and Super Ultrawide (32:9) aspect ratios. Additionally, the game will feature HDR10 visuals and support for various graphics processing unit (GPU)-powered graphic upscaling technologies, such as NVIDIA Deep Learning Super Sampling (DLSS) 3.7 and AMD FidelityFX Super Resolution (FSR) 3.0. The game will also utilise NVIDIA’s DLSS Frame Generation technology to add extra frames for smoother gameplay.


The game will soon be available for pre-purchase on the Rockstar Store, Steam game distribution platform, and the Epic Games Store.


Red Dead Redemption and Undead Nightmare: Details


The developer has revealed that Red Dead Redemption follows the story of former outlaw John Marston as he embarks on a quest across the American West and Mexico to hunt down the last remaining members of the Van der Linde Gang in a bid to save his family. The story continues in the 2018 sequel, Red Dead Redemption 2, which is already available on PC.


The PC version of the game will also feature the Undead Nightmare story expansion, which reimagines the world of Red Dead Redemption into a fight for survival against zombie hordes as players seek a cure.

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 4:51 PM IST



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Fitbit app gets Google's Gemini integration as opt-in experimental feature

Fitbit app gets Google's Gemini integration as opt-in experimental feature


Fitbit Labs and Insight Explorer


Google has begun integrating its Gemini AI into the Fitbit smartphone app, which serves as a companion for Fitbit-branded wearables and Google Pixel Watches. The first Gemini-powered feature for Fitbit is Insight Explorer, which offers personalised responses to users’ health-related queries. However, this feature is available as an opt-in experiment within a new “Fitbit Labs” section in the app and is currently limited to select users.


Fitbit Insight Explorer: What is it

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Insight Explorer is maiden offering from Fitbit through the Labs, an opt-in experimental programme for select users to test new features. According to Fitbit, Insight Explorer utilises large language models (LLMs) from Google to analyse users’ Fitbit data and provide personalised insights, including trends, summaries, explanations, and illustrative charts. It also employs this data to give tailored responses to users’ health and fitness-related questions.ALSO READ: Google Store will take over official Fitbit website in October: Know more

 


The Insight Explorer feature analyses various metrics, including activity, sleep, and heart metrics such as steps, Active Zone Minutes (AZM), sleep score, sleep duration, bed/awake time, deep/light/REM sleep, heart rate variability (HRV), and resting heart rate (RHR).


Fitbit Insight Explorer: How to access


The Insight Explorer feature on the Fitbit app is currently available only to Fitbit Premium subscribers in the US and supports English language exclusively. Eligible users can activate the feature by following these steps:


  • Tap on the “See all” option within the Fitbit Labs section.

  • Select the option to join Insight Explorer.

  • Follow the on-screen instructions and accept the lab-specific consent.

  • Type your query or request into the textbox and tap send to receive personalised insights.

  • There may be a waitlist if the number of users exceeds the feature’s limit. Google mentioned that users can join the waitlist to receive notifications when more spots become available.

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 3:30 PM IST



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Logitech debuts colourful POP Icon Keys keyboard and POP Mouse in India

Logitech debuts colourful POP Icon Keys keyboard and POP Mouse in India


Logitech POP Icon Keys and POP Mouse


Swiss computer peripheral maker Logitech has launched the POP Icon Keys wireless keyboard along with the POP Mouse in India. Designed for comfort and style, the POP Icon Keys keyboard boasts silent typing and customisable shortcuts, while the POP Mouse offers low noise smooth navigation. The Logitech POP Icon Keys and POP Mouse will be available for purchase in India soon.


Logitech is offering the POP Icon Keys wireless keyboard in rose/off-white, orange/off-white, graphite/green, lilac/off-white, and graphite/off-white colour combinations. Customers will be able to purchase the POP Icon Keys for Rs 6,695 and the POP Mouse for Rs 3,595. Customers can also buy the combo for Rs 9,295.

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Logitech POP Icon Keys: Details


Logitech stated that the POP Icon Keys features low-profile keys that provide a responsive yet silent typing experience. The keyboard also offers multiple one-touch shortcut keys for muting the device, opening the emoji menu, taking screenshots, and more. Additionally, there are four Action Keys that are customisable using the Logi Options+ companion app. The Action Keys can be tailored for opening productivity apps, social media apps, music and video apps, or even artificial intelligence tools, including Logitech’s own Logi AI Prompt Builder.


Logitech noted that the keyboard is designed to work with multiple operating systems and devices simultaneously. Users can connect up to three different computers, phones, or tablets at once and switch between devices with a single key press. As for battery life, Logitech stated that the POP Icon Keys can last up to 36 months.


Logitech POP Mouse: Details


The Logitech POP Mouse features a SmartWheel that provides precise navigation. It also incorporates the company’s Silent Touch Technology, which eliminates 90 per cent of click noise. The mouse includes two customisable Action buttons that can be assigned tasks from the companion Logi Options+ app. According to Logitech, the POP Mouse offers a battery life of 24 months.

First Published: Oct 09 2024 | 2:38 PM IST



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