Brian Fagioli

Microsoft and NVIDIA partner to accelerate healthcare innovation with generative AI and cloud computing

Microsoft is deepening its partnership with NVIDIA to harness the power of generative AI, cloud computing, and accelerated computing for the healthcare and life sciences sectors. This collaboration aims to merge Microsoft Azure's extensive capabilities with NVIDIA DGX Cloud and the NVIDIA Clara suite to spur innovation and enhance patient care in these fields.

The collaboration is set to provide healthcare providers, pharmaceutical companies, and medical device developers with the tools to rapidly innovate across various domains, including clinical research and drug discovery, with increased efficiency and effectiveness.

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Introducing NVIDIA Blackwell: Transforming AI with trillion-parameter models

NVIDIA has unveiled the Blackwell platform, a new advancement in computing that enables organizations to build and run real-time generative AI on trillion-parameter large language models, all while reducing costs and energy consumption by up to 25 times compared to its predecessor.

The Blackwell GPU architecture introduces six transformative technologies for accelerated computing, aimed at unlocking breakthroughs in various fields including data processing, engineering simulation, electronic design automation, computer-aided drug design, quantum computing, and generative AI.

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MAINGEAR and Phison unveil PRO AI Shodan Ubuntu Linux Workstations

MAINGEAR and Phison have announced the launch of the new MAINGEAR PRO AI workstations. These workstations are equipped with Phison's aiDAPTIV+ technology, specifically designed to make Large Language Model (LLM) development and training more accessible and affordable for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs).

The MAINGEAR PRO AI Shodan Workstations offer supercomputer-level LLM training capabilities without the hefty price tag associated with traditional AI training servers. As the complexity and demand for large-scale generative AI models continue to grow, the need for more powerful hardware has become apparent. Unfortunately, this has made model training costly and out of reach for many SMBs.

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 brings enhanced on-device AI to Android devices -- should Apple be worried?

Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. has officially announced the Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 Mobile Platform, which is primarily designed for premium Android smartphones. This latest addition to the Snapdragon 8 series is tailored to bring the most coveted capabilities to a broader range of future flagship smartphones, ensuring exceptional performance across various aspects, including generative AI, photography, and gaming.

The Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 platform is designed to deliver an array of premium features, such as support for on-device generative AI, an always-sensing ISP, hyper-realistic mobile gaming, state-of-the-art connectivity, and lossless high-definition sound. It also supports a wide range of AI models, including popular large language models (LLMs) like Baichuan-7B, Llama 2, Gemini Nano, and Zhipu ChatGLM.

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4MLinux 45.0 now available for download

The 4MLinux project has announced the stable release of its 45.0 series (download here), delivering a ton of updates and new features. This lightweight Linux distribution continues to offer a quality experience for both desktop and server environments.

In this latest release, users can edit documents with the updated LibreOffice 24.2.1 and GNOME Office suite, including AbiWord 3.0.5, GIMP 2.10.36, and Gnumeric 1.12.56. Web browsing is covered with the latest versions of Firefox 123.0.1 and Chrome 122.0.6261.128, while Thunderbird 115.8.1 caters to email needs.

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Walmart begins selling Apple MacBook Air with M1 chip at a crazy low price

Guess what? Walmart has begun selling the MacBook Air with the M1 chip! This is significant, as it is the first time customers can purchase a Mac directly from that retail giant.

The MacBook Air with the M1 chip, known for its exceptional performance and long battery life, will be available on Walmart.com and soon in select Walmart stores for only $699. This price point is particularly noteworthy, as it brings a high-quality Apple product within reach of a broader audience.

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Considering a switch from Microsoft Windows 11? Check out SparkyLinux 7.3

For those of you considering a switch from Windows 11, the latest update from SparkyLinux might just be the ticket. Sparky 7.3 "Orion Belt," the third quarterly update of Sparky 7, has been released, and it's packed with features that make it an attractive alternative to Microsoft's offering.

Based on Debian 12 "Bookworm," Sparky 7.3 offers compatibility and stability. The update brings all packages up to date with the Debian and Sparky stable repositories as of March 13, 2024. It includes the Linux kernel PC 6.1.67 LTS, with other versions like 6.8.0, 6.6.21-LTS, and 5.15.151-LTS available in the Sparky repositories.

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Proton Mail launches desktop app for Windows, macOS, and Linux

Today, Proton Mail has expanded its secure communication platform with the launch of a dedicated desktop app, which was previously released in beta. The new desktop app complements Proton Mail’s existing web and mobile applications, ensuring users can maintain their email privacy across all devices without being confined to a web browser.

Proton Mail aims to provide users with the ability to access their email in their preferred manner without compromising privacy. The new desktop app addresses the privacy concerns associated with using email services like Outlook, which shares data with numerous external partners, and the risks of accessing emails through browsers like Chrome, which can expose browsing history to advertisers or be exploited by malicious browser extensions.

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Google Chrome gets enhanced security with real-time safe browsing and password checkup updates

Google has announced significant updates to its Chrome web browser aimed at bolstering cybersecurity for its users. In response to the ever-evolving nature of cyber threats, Chrome will now feature real-time Safe Browsing protections and enhanced password security measures, particularly for desktop and iOS users.

Traditionally, Chrome’s Safe Browsing feature relied on a periodically updated list to check if websites or files posed a potential danger. However, with malicious sites often fleeting, existing for less than 10 minutes on average, this method had its limitations. To address this, Chrome’s Standard protection mode will now verify sites against a real-time, server-side list of known malicious URLs. This shift is expected to increase the efficacy of phishing attack prevention by 25 percent.

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System76 launches refreshed Adder WS Linux laptop with 14th Gen Intel CPU

System76, a prominent manufacturer of Linux-based computers, has announced yet another update to its laptop lineup. The company previously upgraded its Bonobo WS and Serval WS laptops with 14th generation Intel CPUs, and now the Adder WS laptop gets a new processor too.

The Adder WS is equipped with an HX-class Intel i9 CPU, now in its 14th Gen, and features NVIDIA 40 Series graphics, DDR5 RAM, and PCIe 4.0 NVMe storage. This powerful configuration is aimed at individuals who work with large data sets, complex animations, or enjoy a vast game library during breaks. The laptop can be configured with up to 12TB of storage across three drives, providing ample space for all types of projects and entertainment.

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NETGEAR launches compact WBE750 Tri-Band PoE 10G Wi-Fi 7 Access Point

NETGEAR has launched the WBE750, which the company claims is the most compact Wi-Fi 7 access point on the market. Designed for businesses heavily reliant on wireless internet, the WBE750 offers a total Wi-Fi throughput of up to 18.4Gbps and is supported by a 10Gbps/Multi-Gigabit PoE++ port.

With the average person using three connected devices, network congestion can become a significant issue in workplaces with 50 or more employees, plus connected equipment. The Tri-Band PoE 10G Insight Manageable Wi-Fi 7 Access Point addresses these challenges by providing real-time responsiveness, low latency, and increased capacity. It supports up to 600 concurrent devices, making it one of the most advanced access points available.

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Sabrent Rocket 5 SSD lands on Amazon: A new era of PCIe 5.0 speed begins!

Are you ready for a game-changing upgrade to your computer's performance? Well, folks, Sabrent's highly anticipated Rocket 5 SSD is finally available on Amazon! Building on the success of the popular Rocket 4 Plus and Rocket 4 Plus-G, the Rocket 5 takes a giant leap forward with full PCIe 5.0 bandwidth, delivering astonishing transfer speeds of up to 14 GB/s.

Whether you're a gamer seeking seamless experiences or a professional working with large files and demanding applications, the Rocket 5 should supercharge your workflow. Its advanced performance is not just about speed; it's about transforming how you interact with your digital world.

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DoorDash introduces SafeChat+ to enhance platform safety with AI

DoorDash, the popular food delivery platform, is taking a big step forward to ensure both the safety and positive experiences of its users.

SafeChat+ is a new feature that leverages artificial intelligence to provide an even safer and better experience for everyone involved. SafeChat+ is designed to review in-app conversations and detect and prevent verbal abuse or harassment between consumers and Dashers.

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Sabrent launches NT-25GA USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GbE) adapter for Windows, macOS and Linux

Today, Sabrent has launched its latest product -- the USB-C to 2.5 Gigabit Ethernet (2.5GbE) adapter (NT-25GA). This compact device is designed to provide a quick and easy way to add a high-speed Ethernet port to any USB-equipped system.

The Sabrent NT-25GA adapter supports impressive speeds of up to 2.5Gbps, making it ideal for handling large data transfers over distances of at least 100 meters using Cat5e or better cabling. It is fully backward compatible and comes with a range of standard features including Wake-On-LAN (WOL), UEFI PXE boot support for compatible systems, and more. For optimal performance, it is recommended to use the adapter with a USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5Gbps) port or faster.

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NETGEAR launches Nighthawk CM3000 DOCSIS 3.1 high-speed cable modem

NETGEAR has officially launched the Nighthawk CM3000 DOCSIS 3.1 high-speed cable modem. Engineered with advanced mid/high-split technology, the CM3000 has the capability to deliver download speeds up to 2.5Gbps and upload speeds up to 1Gbps.

In a world where seamless connectivity is crucial for activities like gaming, video conferencing, and streaming, the CM3000 aims to provide lag-free and smooth experiences. With a significant increase in upload usage, as reported by OpenVault, the need for balanced upstream and downstream bandwidth has become more apparent. The CM3000 addresses this by offering upload speeds that are 2.5 times faster than its DOCSIS 3.1 predecessors.

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