Is Big Tech taking the EU's DMA seriously? 🧑⚖️
Plus NVIDIA have just unveiled a game changing new chip 🚀
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🚀 Big Tech & Startup
In this interview, Jeff Reich delves into the complexities surrounding the enforcement of the Digital Markets Act (DMA) by the EU, aiming to dismantle the monopolistic practices of Big Tech. Reich points out a paradox within the DMA's objectives: the act seeks to curb tech giants' dominance while fostering interoperability, yet these goals often conflict. He proposes a forward-looking solution involving the creation of a secure, vendor-neutral digital wallet that empowers users to manage their personal data. Reich advocates for a neutral third party to oversee this digital identity framework, suggesting it could balance competition with interoperability, ultimately benefiting consumers by providing more control over their digital lives.
🔭 Science & Futuristic Tech
At the GTC AI conference, NVIDIA unveiled the Blackwell GPU architecture, named after David H. Blackwell, marking a significant leap in AI technology. This next-gen GPU boasts 20 PetaFLOPS of AI performance, significantly outperforming previous models in efficiency and power. It features a dual-die setup linked by NVIDIA's High Bandwidth Interface, offering a colossal 192GB of memory. Additionally, NVIDIA introduced the GB200 Grace Blackwell Superchip, integrating GPUs with NVIDIA Grace CPU for superior computing power, alongside innovations in networking and security. This launch solidifies NVIDIA's leadership in AI, promising transformative impacts across various industries.
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