Huawei is aiming to capture a larger share of the Chinese AI chip market dominated by Nvidia by focusing on “inference” tasks rather than training. The company is helping Chinese firms adopt its Ascend AI processors for inference, with government support urging a shift away from Nvidia. Challenges include technical issues and convincing developers to switch from Nvidia’s Cuda software, but Huawei’s upcoming Ascend 910C chip is expected to address these concerns. Despite facing competition from other Chinese and US players, Huawei’s focus on inference reflects a different strategy in the Chinese AI landscape.
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Undocumented Workers, Fearing Deportation, Are Staying Home
In downtown Freehold, N.J., the absence of undocumented Latin American day laborers due to fear of deportation under President Trump has left industries like construction, agriculture, elder care, and hospitality struggling with labor shortages, potentially leading to higher costs for consumers. The looming threat of mass deportations and the phasing out of programs like temporary protected status have left industries reliant on immigrant labor in a state of uncertainty. The impact extends beyond immigrant communities...
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