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Will Big Tech's AI Needs Solve Energy Issues?

Apr 20, 2024

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Exploring the dominance of big US tech companies in AI, the risks of US AI dominance, dangers of techno-feudalism and data-colonialism, big tech's influence on AI landscape, energy consumption concerns, and policy suggestions for a sustainable tech future.

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Major tech companies dominate AI industry, raising concerns about public sector involvement and power balance.

Tech giants like Alphabet, Amazon, and Microsoft are investing in clean energy solutions to reduce AI's carbon footprint.

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The Dual Reality of AI

In the podcast, it is discussed that artificial intelligence presents two contradictory stories – one highlighting the domination of a few tech giants in the industry with the ability to transform lives using data and expertise, while the other portrays AI as a disruptive technology reshaping the economy. The unveiling of the Artificial Intelligence Index report by Stanford University indicates the prevalent influence of major US companies like Google, Meta, and Microsoft in research and AI development, despite the escalating costs involved in creating advanced AI models. The report suggests that major tech companies are dominating the industry, raising concerns about the public sector's involvement and ensuring a balance of power.

Introduction

4min

Exploring Risks of US AI Dominance and Opportunities for Emerging Economies

2min

Discussion on AI, Labor Markets, Big Tech Dominance, and Energy Consumption

5min

A reading and discussion inspired by https://www.ft.com/content/8af1f467-2953-4cbc-a336-4c92c92e6792 and https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-16/ai-is-a-humongous-electricity-hog-and-the-environment-can-benefit?sref=qUxVp6JU ** CHECK OUT THE JUST-LAUNCHED SUPERINTELLIGENT PLATFORM - 300+ AI video tutorials https://besuper.ai/ Consensus 2024 is happening May 29-31 in Austin, Texas. This year marks the tenth annual Consensus, making it the largest and longest-running event dedicated to all sides of crypto, blockchain and Web3. Use code AIBREAKDOWN to get 15% off your pass at https://go.coindesk.com/43SWugo ** ABOUT THE AI BREAKDOWN The AI Breakdown helps you understand the most important news and discussions in AI. Subscribe to The AI Breakdown newsletter: https://theaibreakdown.beehiiv.com/subscribe Subscribe to The AI Breakdown on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAIBreakdown Join the community: bit.ly/aibreakdown Learn more: http://breakdown.network/

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