AI Recreates Counter-Strike's Dust II Map: Revolutionary but Sluggish
Researchers have used a neural network to simulate Counter-Strike's Dust II map on an RTX 3090. While groundbreaking, the AI-generated version runs at only 10 FPS, showcasing both the potential and current limitations of AI in gaming.
Nvidia Challenges AI Giants with Open-Source NVLM 1.0 Model
Nvidia shakes up the AI industry by releasing NVLM 1.0, a powerful open-source model rivaling GPT-4. This 72-billion-parameter multimodal AI demonstrates impressive capabilities in visual and textual tasks, potentially democratizing access to cutting-edge AI technology.
NVIDIA Revolutionizes GPU Virtualization with Open-Source Linux Driver
NVIDIA releases open-source Linux driver code for GPU virtualization, marking a significant shift in their approach to open-source support. This move enhances vGPU technology and strengthens NVIDIA's position in the Linux kernel ecosystem.
Intel's Gaudi 3: A Cost-Effective Challenger to Nvidia's AI Dominance
Intel unveils the Gaudi 3 AI accelerator, offering competitive performance at a fraction of the cost of Nvidia's H100. With impressive specs and aggressive pricing, Intel aims to disrupt the AI hardware market.
NVIDIA's Next-Gen RTX 5090 May Require Dual 16-Pin Power and New PSU
The upcoming GeForce RTX 5090 could demand up to 600 watts, potentially needing two 16-pin connectors. This power-hungry GPU might necessitate new, high-wattage PSUs, as manufacturers like MSI prepare for the next generation of graphics cards.
Nvidia RTX 4090 Shortage in Germany Sparks Speculation of RTX 5090 Launch
The availability of Nvidia's RTX 4090 graphics card is rapidly declining in Germany, leading to price surges and speculation about the potential launch of the next-generation RTX 5090. This scarcity aligns with rumors of RTX 4090 discontinuation, hinting at a possible shift in the GPU market.
NVIDIA Discontinues RTX 4090 Series, Paving Way for Next-Gen RTX 5090
NVIDIA announces the discontinuation of its flagship RTX 4090 and 4090D GPUs, set to end production in October 2024. This move precedes the anticipated launch of the next-generation RTX 5090 series in early 2025, promising significant performance improvements.
Oracle's Zettascale Supercluster: A Closer Look at 4-Bit Performance Claims
Oracle announces a 2.4 zettaFLOPS supercomputer cluster, but the impressive figure is based on 4-bit precision. We examine the nuances of this claim and its implications for AI and supercomputing performance metrics.
Nvidia's RTX 5080 and 5090: Design Finalization Nears with Surprising Power Efficiency
Nvidia is reportedly close to finalizing designs for its next-gen RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs, featuring the Blackwell architecture. Contrary to expectations, these cards may offer improved performance with only modest increases in power consumption.
AI Model Simulates Super Mario Bros. from Video Footage: A Leap Towards AI-Driven Game Generation
Researchers have developed MarioVGG, an AI model that generates video simulations of Super Mario Bros. based on user inputs. This breakthrough could revolutionize game development, potentially replacing traditional engines with AI-driven content generation.