Using Concrete Dust to Fight Climate Change
Published: 2023-11-28South Africa’s Potential for AI-Driven Innovation
Experts think South Africa can be a leader in AI innovation in Africa. To do this, the government, industry, and academia need to work together. Prioritizing education, promoting AI for social good, and investing in skills development are important strategies for South Africa to use AI to improve society and the economy. Addressing brain drain, increasing AI funding, and investing in data and infrastructure are also important for creating new job opportunities.
Using Concrete Dust to Fight Climate Change
Silicate, an Irish startup, is testing using concrete dust to help fight climate change. They spread concrete dust on farmland to speed up the natural process of weathering. This process turns carbon dioxide into bicarbonate ions that can be stored in the soil. Enhanced weathering could be a cost-effective and scalable way to store carbon for a long time.
Addressing Concerns about Generative AI
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is working to address concerns about generative AI and its potential misuse. The company is talking with stakeholders to make sure there are safeguards against harmful outcomes. AWS CEO Adam Selipsky says it’s important to have responsible AI and to set limits on what AI models can and can’t do. At the AWS re:Invent 2023 conference, new rules for Amazon Bedrock were announced to show the company’s commitment to responsible AI. They also announced partnerships with Salesforce and Nvidia to make their AI offerings better.
Strengthening Saudi Arabia’s Digital Economy Infrastructure
Saudi Arabia is working to make its digital economy infrastructure stronger with open data programs. The National Data Index (Nudei) was launched during the Saudi Data Forum to make the government more transparent and data-driven. Upgraded versions of the Open Data Platform and the Data Governance Platform will keep an eye on how well government agencies are managing and using data. These initiatives support Saudi Arabia’s goals for digital transformation.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) Introduces New Storage Class
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has a new storage class called Amazon S3 Express One Zone. It’s meant for fast and low-cost storage of objects. This storage class is good for operations that need a lot of requests, like machine learning training and interactive analytics.
Addressing Water Management and Sustainability Challenges in California
Arcadis and the California Data Collaborative (CaDC) are working together to solve water management and sustainability problems in California. They will use Arcadis' water management platform, HydroNET, to make decisions based on data about water and climate issues. By using real-time data and IoT sensors, they hope to make water management better and create a more sustainable future.
Expanding Partnership between Salesforce and Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Salesforce and Amazon Web Services (AWS) are working together to make their products integrate better with data and AI. They will use generative AI technologies in applications and workflows through the Einstein Trust Layer. Some Salesforce products will be available on the AWS Marketplace, giving customers a trusted and open platform for data and AI.
In conclusion, open data, AI, and new technologies are making positive changes in many areas. From using AI in South Africa to fight climate change, to improving water management in California, these advancements can create a better future. By using responsible AI, transparent data governance, and working together, we can build a more sustainable and accessible world.
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