Bitcoin mining firm Hive Blockchain (HIVE) aims to allow customers to train large language AI models in its data centers, touting better privacy compared to rivals such as OpenAI’s ChatGPT, the firm said on an earnings call with analysts on Friday. “Companies now are mindful that they don’t want to upload sensitive client data to a company like OpenAI that has a public LLM … [Read more...] about Crypto Miner Hive Blockchain Touts Privacy of AI Models Running on Its GPUs
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How blockchain contributes to the fight against COVID-19
On Jan. 30, the South China Morning Post reported that one of the largest Asian pharmaceutical companies, Zuellig, had launched a blockchain-based system to track the quality of COVID-19 vaccines. Called “eZTracker,” it allows any user to “instantly verify the provenance and authenticity” of vaccines by scanning the QR code on the package. Somewhat surprisingly, throughout the … [Read more...] about How blockchain contributes to the fight against COVID-19
New Alfa Romeo SUV uses NFT and blockchain to track car records
Italian carmaker Alfa Romeo has unveiled its latest vehicle, the Tonale SUV. The firm claims that it is the first in the industry to connect each vehicle to its own blockchain-based token, which can keep track of the car's whole life cycle.One of the most distinctive features of this SUV is that each car is linked to an accompanying NFT. The Tonale NFT, according to Alfa Romeo, … [Read more...] about New Alfa Romeo SUV uses NFT and blockchain to track car records
PayPal establishes advisory council for crypto and blockchain
Major U.S.-based payment processor PayPal has assembled a team of industry experts to act as advisors on crypto, blockchain, and digital currencies. In a Tuesday announcement, PayPal said the addition of six members to its Blockchain, Crypto and Digital Currencies advisory council would help support its current and future products as well as its goal of creating a more … [Read more...] about PayPal establishes advisory council for crypto and blockchain
Swiss BSV to establish blockchain academy in the Middle East
The first blockchain school in the Middle East will open in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, according to an announcement by the BSV Blockchain Association. The new institution will reportedly provide training and development tools for government organizations and enterprises interested in adopting or experimenting with blockchain technology.Per the announcement, the Saudi Blockchain … [Read more...] about Swiss BSV to establish blockchain academy in the Middle East