ai index Stanford AI Index Reveals Rising Costs and Capabilities in 2023 Stanford's 2023 AI Index highlights the massive growth in large language model size, training expenses, and environmental impact, while noting that AI systems now easily outpace existing performance benchmarks.
stanford hai Stanford Report Reveals Massive Growth and Costs in 2023 AI Landscape Stanford HAI releases its 2023 AI Index, showing that large language models grow exponentially in size and cost while significantly outperforming traditional benchmarks. The report also highlights the severe environmental impact of training these advanced systems.
micromobility Shared E-Scooters Struggle to Replace Cars in Major Cities Five years after their debut, shared electric scooters fail to significantly reduce car trips in cities like Los Angeles and Paris. Despite billions in venture capital, high costs and strict regulations make profitability and widespread adoption incredibly difficult.
carbon emissions Global Carbon Emissions Reach Record High Despite Slower Growth Rate Global carbon dioxide emissions hit a new record high in 2019, rising 0.6 percent from the previous year. Researchers warn that emissions will continue to climb for another decade without dramatic changes to global energy and transportation systems.
amazon Planet Satellites Deliver Real-Time Views of Devastating Amazon Fires Satellite company Planet uses high-resolution imagery to provide near real-time views of the fires currently ravaging the Brazilian Amazon, cutting through the misinformation of outdated photos shared online.