Tesla's FSD Approval in China, Nuclear Clock Progress, DJI's US Hurdles, Supercomputer Sale, Google Layoffs

Discover Daily by Perplexity

In this episode of Discover Daily, we explore Tesla's significant milestone in securing approval for its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software in China. This development is expected to accelerate Tesla's growth in the world's largest auto market and intensify competition in the electric vehicle (EV) and autonomous driving sectors. We also discuss recent advancements in nuclear clock technology, with researchers making progress using scandium-45 and thorium-229, bringing the development of these highly precise timekeeping devices closer to reality.
The episode also covers the legislative challenges faced by DJI, a leading drone manufacturer, in the United States. The proposed "Countering CCP Drones Act" could effectively ban DJI from using U.S. communications infrastructure, potentially impacting various sectors that rely on DJI drones. We then delve into the auction of the Cheyenne supercomputer, which was once one of the world's most powerful and energy-efficient supercomputers. The sale of its parts highlights the rapid pace of technological advancement in supercomputing.
Finally, we discuss Google's recent layoff of its entire Python team as part of a broader cost-cutting strategy involving outsourcing jobs to cheaper labor markets. This move reflects the tech giant's efforts to streamline operations and optimize its workforce in response to economic pressures and shifting business priorities. The layoffs have deeply affected employees and are part of a series of layoffs across various departments within Google, aligning with the company's strategy to invest more heavily in areas like artificial intelligence.
From Perplexity's Discover feed:
Google lays off Python team
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Google-lays-off-ZBS6dB9mSzqqA7OGS0M1sA
Cheyenne supercomputer up for sale
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Cheyenne-supercomputer-up-yYJxOjDpSlSu204ZKFFn1Q
DJI drones face US restrictions
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/DJI-drones-face-.gX6F6HMSA.PCaKFltO4Qg
Nuclear clock closer to reality
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Nuclear-clock-closer-VI9_K0XUQmeP_pqvrrRS7w
Tesla's full self-driving approval in China
https://www.perplexity.ai/search/Teslas-full-selfdriving-IJfuMlVMR_ay5YL0F49BlA

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