Daily Tech News Show Google’s Big Cloud Play - DTNSB 4994
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Apr 9, 2025 Niki Ackermans, a science policy expert, provides critical updates on recent changes impacting US science funding and the alarming disbandment of food safety panels. The discussion also delves into Nintendo's strategic maneuvering amid tariff uncertainties and how it's affecting their plans for the Switch 2 in China. Additionally, challenges faced by international students, including visa issues and research funding cuts, are highlighted, along with the role of translation technology like Google Translate in easing communication barriers.
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Google's New TPU: Ironwood
- Google announced its seventh-generation Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), called Ironwood, optimized for AI inference.
- Ironwood boasts a peak power of 4,614 TFLOPs and a specialized sparse core for recommendations and reduced latency.
Google Workspace Flows
- Google Workspace is introducing Workspace Flows, agents that automate tasks like spreadsheet updates and document searches.
- Flows integrate with Google's custom chatbots (Gems) and Google Drive, with plans for third-party tool connectivity.
Gemini Integration in Google Workspace
- Google is gradually integrating its Gemini AI models into Workspace, enhancing various applications.
- Gemini is being incorporated into Docs, Sheets, Meet, and Chat, offering features like audio overviews and writing assistance.