The Download: Trump’s new AI order, and smart glasses for warfare

This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology.

5 key points in Trump’s new AI order

Less than two weeks after scrapping an executive order on AI, President Donald Trump signed a new one on Tuesday. Promising to promote the development and use of artificial intelligence across various sectors, the order aims to guide the development of AI in the United States.

Here are five key points from Trump’s new AI order:

1. Guiding principles: The order sets out guidelines for federal agencies to follow when it comes to developing and using AI. These principles include ensuring that AI systems are designed to be safe, secure, and transparent.
2. Research and development: The order directs federal agencies to increase investment in AI research and development, with a focus on areas such as machine learning, natural language processing, and computer vision.
3. Workforce development: The order recognizes the need to develop a workforce that is skilled in AI and related technologies. It directs federal agencies to provide training and education programs for workers to develop these skills.
4. Regulatory framework: The order calls for the development of a regulatory framework that will support the development and use of AI. This framework will aim to reduce barriers to innovation while protecting public safety and privacy.
5. International cooperation: The order emphasizes the importance of international cooperation on AI. It directs federal agencies to work with other countries to develop common standards and practices for the development and use of AI.

Smart glasses for warfare

The US Army is developing smart glasses that will give soldiers a tactical edge on the battlefield. The glasses, which are called the Integrated Visual Augmentation System (IVAS), are designed to provide soldiers with real-time information about their surroundings.

The IVAS glasses will use a range of technologies, including augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, to provide soldiers with a range of information. This will include the location of friendly and enemy forces, as well as the location of obstacles and other hazards.

The glasses will also have a range of other features, including:

• Thermal imaging: The glasses will have thermal imaging capabilities, which will allow soldiers to see heat signatures in their surroundings.
• Low-light vision: The glasses will also have low-light vision capabilities, which will allow soldiers to see in low-light conditions.
• Object recognition: The glasses will use machine learning algorithms to recognize objects, such as people, vehicles, and buildings.

Other news

Other news in the world of technology includes:

• Google’s new AI chip: Google has announced a new AI chip that is designed to accelerate machine learning tasks. The chip, which is called the Tensor Processing Unit (TPU), is designed to be used in a range of applications, including natural language processing and computer vision.
• Amazon’s new drone delivery service: Amazon has announced a new drone delivery service that will allow customers to receive packages by drone. The service, which is called Amazon Prime Air, will use drones to deliver packages to customers in under 30 minutes.
• Microsoft’s new mixed reality glasses: Microsoft has announced a new pair of mixed reality glasses that are designed to provide a more immersive experience. The glasses, which are called the HoloLens 2, use a range of technologies, including augmented reality and artificial intelligence, to provide a range of features.

What’s coming next

Looking ahead to the rest of the week, some of the key events and announcements in the world of technology include:

• Facebook’s F8 conference: Facebook’s annual F8 conference is taking place this week, and is expected to feature a range of announcements and updates on the company’s latest technologies and initiatives.
• Google’s I/O conference: Google’s annual I/O conference is also taking place this week, and is expected to feature a range of announcements and updates on the company’s latest technologies and initiatives.
• Apple’s WWDC conference: Apple’s annual WWDC conference is taking place next month, and is expected to feature a range of announcements and updates on the company’s latest technologies and initiatives.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the world of technology is constantly evolving, with new developments and innovations emerging all the time. From Trump’s new AI order to the development of smart glasses for warfare, there are a range of exciting and innovative technologies on the horizon.

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