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Maximizing LLM Performance: The Power of Hybrid Models

Implementing Speculative and Contrastive Decoding enhances text generation quality and efficiency using large and small language models. Contrastive Decoding prioritizes tokens with the largest probability difference between models for high-quality outputs.

AI Saves Lives: Reducing Stillbirths in Malawi

The only hospital in the country using foetal safety software reduced baby fatalities by 82% in 3 years. A routine ultrasound at Area 25 health centre in Malawi's capital saved Ellen Kaphamtengo's baby from potential asphyxia.

Accelerate RAG Applications with Amazon SageMaker JumpStart & FAISS

Generative AI, especially Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), is transforming industries by providing personalized experiences through external knowledge sources. RAG applications on Amazon SageMaker JumpStart using Facebook AI Similarity Search (FAISS) optimize generative AI output with cost benefits and quicker iteration.

Building Decision Tree Regression with C# in Visual Studio

Article: 'Decision Tree Regression from Scratch Using C#' presents a demo on implementing decision tree regression without recursion or pointers. The accuracy of the model on training data is high, but overfitting is a challenge addressed by using ensemble techniques.

Accelerate Cluster Procurement with SageMaker HyperPod Training

Organizations are leveraging Amazon SageMaker HyperPod training plans to access accelerated compute resources for customizing large language models, improving model efficacy across various sectors. This solution addresses the challenge of securing reliable compute capacity for model training, offering scalable and cost-effective options for organizations seeking to harness the power of LLMs wit...

The Economics of AI: A Closer Look

Nobel-winning economist Daron Acemoglu examines AI's impact on economic growth and productivity, estimating a modest increase of 1.1 to 1.6 percent in GDP over the next decade. Research shows about 20-23% of U.S. job tasks could be automated with AI, with potential cost savings of 27%.

Trump Taps David Sacks as AI and Crypto 'Czar'

Trump nominates David Sacks, ex-PayPal COO, as White House AI and crypto czar, rewarding big donors with political power. Sacks, a Silicon Valley insider, hosted a fundraiser that brought in over $12m for the Trump campaign.