Intel’s AI Chip Struggles, Amazon’s Upgraded Alexa, and ChromeOS Innovations

In this episode, we explore Intel's challenges in the AI chip market as it falls short of its revenue goals, while Amazon CEO Andy Jassy teases a transformative upgrade to Alexa that could redefine user interaction. We also discuss the latest ChromeOS update, featuring new productivity tools and AI enhancements for Chromebook users. Additionally, we examine the impact of recent sanctions on Skydio, America's largest drone manufacturer, and the implications for the U.S. supply chain and national security.

Sources:
https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/31/24284860/intel-gaudi-wont-meet-500-million-goal
https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/31/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-hints-at-an-agentic-alexa/
https://www.theverge.com/2024/10/31/24284880/google-chromebook-chromeos-130-quick-insert-ai-focus-mode
https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/31/us-drone-maker-skydio-faces-battery-squeeze-after-chinese-sanctions/

Outline:
(00:00:00) Introduction
(00:00:36) Intel’s Gaudi AI chips are far behind Nvidia and AMD, won’t even hit $500M goal
(00:03:27) Amazon CEO Andy Jassy hints at an 'agentic' Alexa
(00:06:00) ChromeOS gets a big update with Quick Insert, Focus mode, and new AI features
(00:09:10) US drone maker Skydio faces battery squeeze after Chinese sanctions