Aalto University researchers now run AI tensor operations in a single light pass. They encode data directly into light waves, allowing calculations to happen naturally and all at once. This passive method needs no electronics and may soon be built into photonic chips. It could lead to far faster and more energy-efficient AI systems.
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Nvidia's RTX 50-series refresh missed its expected CES 2026 debut. Managers decided in December to delay the launch. They are prioritizing AI chips for now. This is due to current shortages in RAM supply.
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Satellites spotted massive heat leaks. They're coming from the biggest US Bitcoin mining center. This shows the huge energy use of crypto operations. People are debating the environmental impact online. The waste heat is a visible sign of the industry's scale.
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