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US-China Agreement to not Integrate AI with Nuclear Weapons Systems, Meta Orion AR Glasses Features Revealed, and TSMC to Halt Semiconductor Supply to China [11-17-2024]

TSMC to Halt Supply of Advanced AI Processors to Chinese Customers

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company or "TSMC" plans to stop supplying advanced AI processors for all of its Chinese customers, impacting China-based developers of AI processors. The restriction is limited to AI processors and GPUs made on the 7 nanometer class and lower nodes, with future supplies requiring an approval process likely involving specialists from the U.S. Department of Commerce. The move reflects TSMC's desire to strengthen internal controls and prepare for expected U.S. export limitations on chip sales to China.

Source: https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/tsmc-to-stop-supplying-advanced-ai-processors-for-all-of-its-china-customers-report


Biden and Xi Stress Human Control Over Nuclear Weapons Amid Concerns About AI Technology and China's Nuclear Build-up

U.S. President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping have emphasized the need for human control over the decision to use nuclear weapons, rather than artificial intelligence. This agreement marks a significant step in the discussion of nuclear arms and artificial intelligence between the two countries, with the White House emphasizing the importance of carefully considering the potential risks and developing AI technology in the military field in a prudent and responsible manner.

Source: https://www.reuters.com/world/biden-xi-agreed-that-humans-not-ai-should-control-nuclear-weapons-white-house-2024-11-16/


Potential Sci-Fi Features of Meta Orion AR Glasses Revealed in Project Aria Update

The update on Meta Aria AR glasses project reveals potential features for the Meta Orion AR Glasses, including teaching skills based on data from experts, improving driving safety, and maximizing accessibility for people with hearing and visual impairments. These research-based projects demonstrate the exciting possibilities for the future of augmented reality technology, while also highlighting the need for careful development and consideration of potential ethical and privacy implications.

Source: https://www.techradar.com/computing/virtual-reality-augmented-reality/meta-orion-ar-glasses-could-get-these-3-incredible-sci-fi-tricks-according-to-new-project-aria-update


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