May 6, 2024

Hardware

NVIDIA and AMD have reserved all of TSMC’s CoWOS and SoIC advanced packaging for 2024 and 2025

AMD and NVIDIA are both pumping out new generations of AI hardware, with the two GPU giants eating all of TSMC’s advanced packaging capacity for not just 2024, but also 2025. 2 VIEW GALLERY – 2 IMAGES In a new report from UDN, the site reports that TSMC will contract advanced packaging production capacity of its in-house CoWoS and SoIC for this and next year, as AI GPU hardware orders aren’t slowing down. TSMC expects

Anthony Garreffa May 6, 2024

How does temperature impact next token prediction in LLMs?

Ankur Manikandan · Follow Published in Towards Data Science · 4 min read · 4 hours ago — TLDR1. At a temperature of 1, the probability values are the same as those derived from the standard softmax function.2. Raising the temperature inflates the probabilities of the less likely tokens, thereby broadening the range of potential candidates (or diversity) for the model’s next token prediction.3. Lowering the temperature, on the other hand, makes the probability of

Ankur Manikandan May 6, 2024

Software

The Future of Work: Preparing for an AI and Machine Learning Dominated Economy | HackerNoon

Too Long; Didn’t Read The rise of AI and machine learning is set to transform the job market by 2030, automating up to 800 million jobs globally but also creating new roles that demand innovative skill sets. While industries like manufacturing, transportation, and administrative support face significant automation, opportunities in data science and AI collaboration are emerging. The future of work will require a focus on upskilling, ethical AI development, and robust regulations to ensure

Nimit May 6, 2024

Software

UK Prohibits ‘12345’ Passwords in Smart Device Security Overhaul | HackerNoon

Too Long; Didn’t Read Think of the last time you set up a new smart device. It probably came with a default password manufacturers intend for people to use once before setting their own login details. But did you take that step? Many consumers don’t, which is why the United Kingdom’s government has cracked down on those passwords as part of larger improvements in smart security. What do they involve?

April Miller May 6, 2024

Global crypto firms turn to Hong Kong for refuge — and opportunity | TechCrunch

With U.S. regulators continuing to ramp up their scrutiny of crypto, startups and founders in the space are looking overseas to find friendlier climates to support their growth. One such destination is Hong Kong, which, seeking to restore its status as a financial hub, is banking on favorable crypto regulations to draw a fresh raft of entrepreneurs, technologists and investors. So far, its strategy seems to be working. In mid-April, Hong Kong’s annual web3 festival

Rita Liao May 6, 2024

AR/VR

Web3’s Watershed Moment: The Groundbreaking Success of W3WC Dubai

The Web3 World Consortium (W3WC) event held in Dubai marked a significant milestone in the evolution of Web3 technology. Bringing together visionaries, innovators, and thought leaders from around the globe, the event served as a platform for collaboration, exploration, and advancement in the Web3 landscape. As the premier gathering for Web3 enthusiasts, the W3WC event in Dubai showcased the latest developments, trends, and opportunities in decentralized technologies. With a focus on fostering dialogue, sharing insights,

Press Release May 6, 2024

How to Create a Steel Base Plate Design Web App Using Python and Viktor | HackerNoon

Too Long; Didn’t Read This article guides you through creating a Python-based application for designing steel base plates, essential for safely transferring column loads to foundations. It covers calculating base plate area, thickness, concrete bearing strength, and additional width using the T-stub method. The Python code is then transformed into a web app using the Viktor SDK, allowing engineers to input parameters and visualize 3D models of the structure. This efficient tool enhances the accuracy

Kamal samaila May 6, 2024

DocuSign acquires AI-powered contract management firm Lexion | TechCrunch

As DocuSign reportedly explores a sale to private equity, it’s acquiring a company itself. On Monday, DocuSign (which now prefers to go by Docusign, with a lowercase “S,” a PR rep from the company tells me) announced that it’s buying Lexion, a contract workflow automation startup, for $165 million. The purchase comes as DocuSign makes increasing investments in the contract management space, most recently launching DocuSign IAM, a service aimed at connecting different components of the corporate agreement

Kyle Wiggers May 6, 2024

Docusign acquires contract management provider Lexion for $165M to add more AI to its IAM platform

Discover how companies are responsibly integrating AI in production. This invite-only event in SF will explore the intersection of technology and business. Find out how you can attend here. Docusign has announced the acquisition of Lexion, an AI-powered agreement management software provider, in an all-cash deal valued at $165 million. The purchase is intended to shore up Docusign’s position in the Intelligent Agreement Management (IAM) space, an area the company entered last month. But Lexion

Ken Yeung May 6, 2024

Supergiant Games surprise-launches Hades II in early access

Supergiant Games wasted no time launching Hades II in early access so soon after the wrap of its technical test.Read More

Rachel Kaser May 6, 2024