The Download: AI’s role in math, and calculating its energy footprint
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Summary
In today’s episode of The Download, Will Douglas Heaven discusses AI and mathematics, whilst James O’Donnell writes about the energy consumption of AI.
Elon Musk has turned on Trump, by calling his domestic policy an ‘abomination’, following concerns over the environmental impact of AI.
NASA is facing a crisis, due to its budget being cut, and its leader having their nomination revoked, ahead of exascale computing advancements.
Big Tech companies, such as Meta, are looking to use AI to build apps to keep users locked into their ecosystems.
There are increasing concerns over the mental health impact of extreme heat, as well as the rise in workplace surveillance.
China is expanding its robotaxi services to the Middle East and its electric vehicle companies are investing in humanoid robots.
AI will also supercharge hackers, with the full impact of these techniques yet to be felt, according to experts.