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In today's episode, we explore TSMC's significant move to halt shipments of advanced AI chips to Chinese companies following U.S. Commerce Department directives. This decision specifically affects 7-nanometer and smaller designs, marking a crucial shift in the global semiconductor landscape and highlighting growing tensions in international tech relations. The restrictions target AI accelerators and GPUs while leaving consumer electronics and automotive chip production unaffected.

We also cover The Beatles' remarkable return to the Grammy spotlight with their AI-enhanced song "Now and Then," which has earned nominations for Record of the Year and Best Rock Performance. The track represents a unique blend of past and present, utilizing custom AI technology developed by Peter Jackson's team to isolate John Lennon's vocals from a decades-old demo, allowing Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr to complete what may be the band's final recording.

The episode concludes with groundbreaking research from New York University revealing that memory formation isn't limited to the brain. Scientists have discovered that non-neural cells throughout our bodies can detect patterns and store information, activating the same "memory gene" used by brain cells. This finding could reshape our understanding of memory formation and lead to new approaches in medical treatment, particularly in areas like cancer therapy and cognitive enhancement.

From Perplexity's Discover Feed:

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https://www.perplexity.ai/page/beatles-make-ai-history-with-g-fDkDUu44R1aKe4cjqjuYGw

https://www.perplexity.ai/page/the-body-stores-memories-VlSa1wkRR4yzuqA4OhtG0g

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