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AI aren't sentient yet...right?

The Amp Hour · 20 Jun 2022 · 1h 08m · Episode 594

What this episode covers

Dave Jones and Chris Gammell discuss the recent controversy surrounding Google's Lambda AI, concluding that current models are sophisticated simulations rather than sentient beings, and debating the ethical implications of training them. They analyze Mark Rober's new engineering kits and warehouse lab, contrasting his high-production educational content with traditional maker tools like Kiwi Co and vintage electronics. The conversation shifts to the 'Right to Repair' movement, highlighting New York's legislation and Apple's controversial response of selling service tools while maintaining component serialization to prevent third-party repairs. Finally, they cover Arduino's $32 million Series B funding round and the ongoing impact of ITAR regulations on global electronics trade.

Most relevant to

makers and hobbyists

Topics

Mentioned

Companies
Google, Apple, Arduino, Bosch, ARM, Renesas
Products
Kiwi Co, Lambda
Tools
Altium
Also
Mark Rober, New York, Ben Krasnow, Shane, Stuff Made Here

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