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Memory Prices, Deer in a Datacenter, and the Dutch AI coalition - The Data podcast
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Key takeaways
- The Japan-South Korea dispute is likely to impact memory chip prices, creating a potential increase after a period of decline.
- Animal security breaches, such as a deer breaking into a data center, highlight the need for better security measures in tech facilities.
- The Dutch AI Coalition aims to create a collaboration platform for smaller companies to enhance AI development and compete globally.
Summary
Japan-South Korea Dispute and Memory Prices
Craig and Seb dive into the ongoing dispute between Japan and South Korea over wartime forced labor, highlighting its significant impact on memory chip prices, especially for companies like Samsung. They discuss the restrictions imposed by Japan on the export of crucial materials, which leads to a potential shortage for Samsung and could consequently increase prices on memory chips. The discussion reflects on the implications for consumers and small businesses, and both hosts express hope for a resolution to the dispute.
A Deer in a Data Center
In a lighter segment, Craig and Seb share a quirky story about a deer that broke into a data center. The entertaining anecdote highlights the unusual security shortcomings at the facility. They discuss the incident's humor and its implications for data center security, suggesting a need for improved measures to prevent wildlife intrusions. The deer's antics are seen as a reminder of the unpredictability of wildlife interactions with technology.
Dutch AI Coalition Initiatives
The hosts explore the ambitious plans of the Dutch AI Coalition, which aims to elevate the Netherlands as a hub for artificial intelligence. They discuss recent statements from coalition leader Van der Klau, emphasizing collaboration among smaller companies to compete against tech giants like Google and Amazon. The conversation includes a breakdown of the coalition's strategy, focusing on key areas such as human capital, research, data-sharing practices, social inclusion, and retaining startups within the country. The challenges and opportunities are communicated, highlighting the importance of funding and transparent data management.
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Show notes
In our second episode and we discuss three interesting articles; Japan-South Korea dispute may be good news for memory chip prices; a deer broke into a data center and Dutch AI Coalition wants to put the Netherlands on artificial intelligence map
As this is only our second episode it is far from polished. We have made great strides and are getting better each time. The next episode will have even bigger changes.
Episode 3 coming 30/10/19
Memory Prices, Deer in a Datacenter, and the Dutch AI coalition - The Data podcast
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