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Boston Dynamics unveils robot, Mistral's Valuation Soars, and Google Employees Protest

Apr 18, 2024
Discover the latest in humanoid robotics with Boston Dynamics' sleek new Atlas robot, designed for agility and performance. Mistral AI is making headlines with a staggering $5 billion valuation as it pushes the boundaries of AI technology. Meanwhile, tensions rise at Google as employees protest against Project Nimbus, raising ethical questions about big tech contracts. Dive into these fascinating developments shaping the future of technology!
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Advanced Humanoid Robotics

  • Boston Dynamics' new Atlas robot is all-electric and more agile than its predecessor.
  • It boasts 360-degree joints, enabling movements like cartwheels and backflips.
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Mistral AI's Valuation

  • Mistral AI, a Paris-based startup, is raising funds at a $5 billion valuation, up from $2 billion a few months ago.
  • Their innovative language model architecture reduces hardware usage by activating only necessary neural networks.
ANECDOTE

Google Employee Protests

  • Nine Google employees were arrested during protests against Project Nimbus, a $1.2 billion contract with the Israeli government.
  • The employees, part of No Tech for Apartheid, cited concerns over the project's potential use in human rights violations.
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