Could someone with more tech knowledge than me reply to Sanjeev the Principal Engineer @ SpaceX, put Brainchip under his nose. The below is in the comments section of the above post from 7hrs ago, I think I read that right.
Can the next generation of AI run at 20 watts?
Scientists are targeting neuromorphic computing
Faced with the AI energy crisis, scientists are looking for breakthroughs in neuromorphic computing technology, aiming to make AI run as efficiently as the human brain. Researchers simulated the structure of the human brain and built a supercomputer that consumes only 10 kilowatts of power, occupies two square meters, but is 250,000 to 1 million times faster than a biological brain. Neuromorphic computing can achieve efficient and energy-saving operation by simulating the structure of the brain's neural network, using event-driven communication and memory computing.
The latest progress is led by the US National Laboratory. Scientists are trying to bring science fiction into reality: building a supercomputer with a space of only two square meters and the number of neurons comparable to the human cerebral cortex.
Even more amazing is that calculations show that this neuromorphic computer could run 250,000 to 1 million times faster than a biological brain , while consuming only 10 kilowatts of power (only slightly more than the energy consumption of a household air conditioner), which is undoubtedly a shot in the arm for the current dilemma of AI development.
Artificial intelligence is currently facing an "energy crisis". With the explosive development of technologies such as large language models, its astonishing power consumption has become a heavy burden that cannot be ignored.
Projections suggest that by 2027, the electricity bill alone to run these models could be as much as $25 trillion—more than the U.S. GDP that year.
In comparison, the most powerful intelligent being in nature, the human brain, consumes only about 20 watts per day , which is equivalent to the power of a household LED light bulb.
Scientists can't help but wonder:
Can AI be as efficient as the human brain ?
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20瓦就能运行下一代AI?科学家瞄上了神经形态计算
面对AI能源危机,科学家瞄准神经形态计算技术寻求突破,旨在让AI像人脑一样高效运行。研究人员模拟人脑结构,构建仅需10千瓦功耗、占地两平方米但速度比生物大脑快25-100万倍的超级计算机。神经形态计算通过模拟大脑神经网络结构,采用事件驱动型通信和内存计算,能实现高效节能运行。wallstreetcn.com
Unlike current AI models that rely on binary supercomputer processing, it can dynamically adjust based on its understanding of the world, making it smarter, more flexible, and less susceptible to interference.Event-driven communication:
Only necessary circuits are activated during peak and event-driven conditions, thus reducing power consumption.
In-memory computing:
Data processing occurs at the storage location to reduce transmission delays.
Adaptability:
The system learns and evolves on its own over time without the need for centralized updates.
Scalability:
The architecture of neuromorphic systems allows for easy scalability to accommodate more extensive and complex networks without significantly increasing resource requirements.
Technology companies such as IBM and Intel are at the forefront of this technological revolution. The TrueNorth chip developed by IBM in 2014 and the Loihi chip launched by Intel in 2018 are both hardware products designed to simulate the neural activity of the brain, paving the way for subsequent new AI models.Once we can implement the complete process of creating a network in a commercial foundry, we can quickly scale up to very large systems, and if we can make one neuron, it will be fairly easy to make a million neurons.
Interesting interview with Geoffrey Hinton. Sadly, if he is right, humanity is on its way to being toast.
Support at 0.21 is meaningless to me. Support at 2.10 may hold my interest.
At approximately 12:08 minutes into the video, Steve Brightfield discusses the Akida Pico and highlights its suitability for hearing aids and wearables such as smartwatches and glasses. He emphasizes that its energy efficiency allows the battery to last for several days.
At 12:50, he talks about the audio denoising algorithms, noting that some of this technology is already present in Apple Pro devices. He also mentions ongoing discussions with manufacturers of smart glasses.
The interviewer then asks whether products featuring this technology are currently available. Steve responds by saying they are working with manufacturers to integrate more advanced algorithms into products.
Regarding smart glasses, I thought Stephen might be referring to either Meta or Apple, but other possibilities could include Vuzix, Xiaomi, Brilliant Labs and Lenovo.
In September 2024, EssilorLuxottica and Meta extended their partnership beyond 2030, signaling a long-term commitment to developing smart eyewear together.
Apple Vision Pro, which is a mixed-reality headset, is manufactured by Luxshare, a Chinese electronics company.
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Back in January, after listening to a podcast featuring Steven Brightfield, I mentioned that I had the impression he may have been hinting at Meta as one of the companies involved in discussions around smart glasses (as above).
So, it’s with great interest that I’ve seen reports today about a new collaboration between Meta and Oakley on a sports-focused line of smart glasses, with an official announcement reportedly scheduled for Friday, 20 June.
The partnership builds on the existing relationship between Oakley and Ray-Ban under their parent company, EssilorLuxottica, which already works closely with Meta on the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses.
I’ll definitely be tuning into this announcement to learn more. Early reports suggest the glasses are being optimised for sports and athletic use, with a focus on hands-free video recording capabilities. The announcement will also likely reveal specific features, pricing, and availability for the glasses.
Over the past few days, I’ve noticed a recurring theme across industry commentary - battery life continues to be a major challenge for smart glasses, particularly when video capture is involved, which significantly increases power consumption.
Thanks to our collaboration with Onsor, we know BrainChip’s Akida technology can support all-day battery life without the need for external battery packs or cloud connectivity. That’s a capability that most players in this space are still chasing.
If Meta plans to push harder into high-performance, video-centric smart glasses, it seems likey they would need a low-power solution like ours to get them across the line. Edit: As pointed out to me by @Diogenese, monitoring for early signs of a seizure, as in the Onsor glasses, is largely a passive function, similar to wake-word detection. In contrast, continuous video processing and classification is a significantly more active workload for any processor. So, while Akida with TENNs could theoretically help extend battery life, we’d need to wait for real-world performance data before drawing conclusions about its impact in such demanding use cases.
And - whether it’s meaningful or not - we’ve seen a few likes from Meta employees on LinkedIn.
Oh, and then there's also the small fact that Sean recently confirmed that the company that is manufacturing the glasses for Onsor is the same one doing them for Meta, EssilorLuxottica.
So, I welcome you to draw your own conclusions.
Video Start Time : 14.26 when Sean mentions the Onsor frames are made by EssilorLuxottica ,who also make the Meta frames.
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channelnews : Meta and Oakley Announce Smart Glasses Reveal for June 20
Meta and Oakley have offically teased the launch of their collaborative smart glasses, scheduled for announcement on Friday, June 20, through a new Instagram account and coordinated social media campaign. The announcement comes via the newly created @oakleymeta Instagram account, which posted a...www.channelnews.com.au
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Can’t wait for the next quarterly report and at least it’s something to talk about even so it’s never anything positiveZzzzZZZZZzzzzzzzZZZZZZ![]()
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