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Elon Musk Threatens to Ban Apple Devices at His Companies Over OpenAI Partnership

Elon Musk threatens to ban Apple devices at his companies due to concerns over Apple’s partnership with OpenAI. Musk questions the security of user data with OpenAI integration into Apple’s operating systems, prompting him to require visitors to check their Apple devices at the door. This move reflects Musk’s skepticism towards AI technology and data security, amidst a legal dispute with OpenAI over prioritizing profits over humanity.

YouTuber bitluni wows tech world with 256-core RISC-V megacluster creation

Discover how YouTuber bitluni wowed the tech world with his 256-core RISC-V megacluster, showcasing the intricate process of building a miniature supercomputer from scratch. From innovative design combining 16 superclusters to addressing technical challenges, bitluni’s creation is a testament to DIY innovation in the tech industry.

Study Predicts Earth’s Future to be Uninhabitable for Mammals in 250 Million Years

A recent study published in Nature Geoscience predicts the eventual demise of mammalian life on Earth in 250 million years. Earth’s tectonic plates are projected to merge, releasing high levels of CO2 and raising temperatures to 40-50 degrees Celsius, making it impossible for terrestrial life to survive. This underscores the fragility of our planet’s ecosystem and the challenges future generations may face.

Impending ‘Triple Whammy’ Extinction Event Predicted to Wipe Out All Life on Earth

A ‘triple whammy’ extinction event is predicted to eventually wipe out all life on Earth, comparing to the most recent mass extinction event. Dr. Alexander Farnsworth from the University of Bristol forecasts extreme heat, aridity, and uninhabitability in Earth’s future, leading to widespread extinction. However, this cataclysmic event is estimated to occur in approximately 250 million years, sparing current generations from its dire consequences, unless accelerated by human-induced climate change.

Old Supercomputer for Sale in Wyoming

An old supercomputer, the Cheyenne Supercomputer, is currently up for sale in Wyoming. This decommissioned supercomputer boasts impressive specs, featuring a Silicon Graphics ICE XA system with 8,064 processors and 313,344 GB of memory. Despite being surpassed by newer models, it remains a formidable machine for many applications. With a current bid just over $40,000, interested buyers have until May 3rd to make a move.

Cerebras Systems Announces Third-Generation Wafer Scale Engine (WSE-3) Processors

Cerebras Systems announces its third-generation Wafer Scale Engine (WSE-3) processors, achieving a 2X performance improvement with a shift to a 5 nanometer process. The WSE-3 boasts an eight-wide FP16 SIMD math unit and 44 GB on-chip SRAM capacity, marking a significant advancement in supercomputing technology.