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Optimizing Neural Networks with Quantization

Large AI models are costly to use and train, leading to a focus on quantization to reduce model size while maintaining accuracy. Two key approaches discussed are post-training quantization (PTQ) and Quantization Aware Training (QAT), each with its own techniques for minimizing accuracy loss.

Unlocking Czech Texts: NER with XLM-RoBERTa

Summary: A developer shares insights from deploying an NLP model for document processing in Czech, focusing on entity identification. The model was trained on 710 PDF documents using manual labeling and avoided bounding box-based approaches for efficiency.

Streamlining Healthcare Data with Amazon Bedrock

Generative AI transforms healthcare data analysis at MSD, enabling fast, accurate SQL query generation from natural language. Collaboration with AWS GenAIIC streamlines data extraction, empowering users to make data-driven decisions efficiently.

Boost Your Life with AI Productivity Apps

Steven Johnson, known for researching software, collaborated with Google Labs to create NotebookLM, an AI-powered note-taking tool. NotebookLM helps organize, summarize, and answer questions about information, aiming to enhance understanding and streamline the creative process.

The Real Magic Behind RAG

RAG systems rely on retrieval over generation for magical AI interactions. The key lies in providing AI with pre-processed answers for accurate responses.

MIT Produces Four 2025 Rhodes Scholars

MIT students Yiming Chen ’24 and Wilhem Hector named 2025 Rhodes Scholars for pioneering work in AI safety and becoming first Haitian citizen to receive the prestigious scholarship. Supported by MIT faculty and committees, they will pursue postgraduate studies at Oxford University.

Smooth Transition: Ensuring Longevity

MIT Energy Initiative director William H. Green emphasizes the urgent need for decarbonization amid global challenges. Conference highlights consensus-building, social barriers, and the critical role of universities in resolving conflicts for a durable energy transition.

AI: Outsourcing Imagination for Profit

AI like ChatGPT is not just a toy, but an inflection point in human history, set to transform all aspects of our lives. While algorithms can create, they lack the human struggle and emotion that make true creativity unique.