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.
Nvidia's AI GPUs: China Offers Cheaper Rentals Than U.S.
Renting Nvidia's advanced AI GPUs is now more affordable in China compared to the U.S., with eight A100 GPUs available for just $6 per hour. This pricing disparity highlights intense competition in the AI hardware market and raises questions about global access to cutting-edge technology.
Nvidia Unveils RTX 4070 with GDDR6 Memory, Promises Comparable Performance to GDDR6X Variant
Nvidia has unveiled a new version of the RTX 4070 graphics card featuring GDDR6 memory, promising similar performance to the GDDR6X variant. This introduction aims to improve supply and meet the high demand for the GPU.