The Intelligence: A former general, elected in Indonesia
Feb 15, 2024
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Prabowo Subianto, a former general, was elected as president of Indonesia, raising concerns about democratic progress. The podcast also discusses AMD's new MI300 chip challenging NVIDIA's dominance, and the rise of slap fighting as a combat sport backed by the chairman of the UFC.
The election of Prabowo Subianto as the new leader of Indonesia raises concerns about the country's civil liberties and democratic progress.
AMD's launch of the MI300 chip presents competition to NVIDIA in the AI accelerator market, potentially leading to lower prices and benefiting consumers.
Deep dives
Indonesia's New Leader: Controversial Past and Divided Reactions
Prabhora Subhianto, a former general and Indonesia's current defense minister, has been elected as the new leader of Indonesia. Despite a controversial past, including allegations of human rights abuses and a history of contesting election results, he won the backing of outgoing President Jokowi. Many analysts and Indonesians are concerned about the implications for civil liberties and democratic progress in the country. While his victory is yet to be officially confirmed, it raises questions about the future direction of Indonesia under Prabhora's leadership.
AMD's New MI300 Chip Takes on NVIDIA's GPU Monopoly
AMD, a new player in the GPU market, has unveiled the MI300 chip, which aims to challenge NVIDIA's dominance in the industry. The MI300 chip, an AI accelerator, boasts impressive technical specifications and performance surpassing NVIDIA's equivalent products. While NVIDIA has a strong grip on the AI accelerator market, AMD's entry offers competition and potential for lower prices, benefiting consumers. The launch of the MI300 chip has already garnered positive investor response, indicating potential success for AMD in this market.
PowerSlap: The Rising Popularity of a Unique Combat Sport
PowerSlap, a professional slap fighting league, has gained significant popularity, boosted by the involvement of UFC chairman Dana White. The sport involves competitors standing across from each other, taking turns slapping each other until one is knocked out. While critics raise concerns about brain injury and the unbridled nature of the sport, its viral appeal and engagement on platforms like TikTok have attracted attention and financial support. Despite ongoing debates about the sport's merits and safety, the increasing viewership and interest suggest that PowerSlap is here to stay.
Prabowo Subianto stormed to victory in the world’s largest single-day election. But critics say his presidency could jeopardise two decades of democratic progress. Nvidia has dominated the global market for AI accelerator chips for years. Could a company about a third of its size come for its crown (10:51)? And, more people are tuning in to watch people get slapped (19:20).
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