Anthropic Funds New AI Benchmarks, Samsung SmartThings Enhances Grid Connectivity

Anthropic launches a program to fund comprehensive AI benchmarks. Samsung SmartThings introduces Flex Connect, connecting smart homes to the grid. Plus, the Atari 400 Mini offers a nostalgic gaming experience, and a smart RGB cube improves shared home office dynamics.

Sources:
https://techcrunch.com/2024/07/01/anthropic-looks-to-fund-a-new-more-comprehensive-generation-of-ai-benchmarks/
https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190224/samsung-smartthings-flex-connect-demand-response
https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190280/atar-400-mini-retro-console-deal-sale
https://www.theverge.com/2024/7/1/24190374/how-a-smart-rgb-cube-fixed-my-shared-home-office

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:38) Anthropic looks to fund a new, more comprehensive generation of AI benchmarks
(00:03:02) Samsung SmartThings takes a step toward a smarter grid
(00:05:31) The Atari 400 Mini plays dozens of classic games, and it’s 15 percent off
(00:07:58) How a smart RGB cube fixed my shared home office.