Oh Great, Another “Groundbreaking” AI Partnership for Cars

Summary: Just When You Thought You’d Heard Enough

Today, at some boring event called Computex, MediaTek and Nvidia decided to team up (as if they’re some heroes) and develop a “unique” platform for AI-powered connected cars. Honestly, haven’t we all had enough of these wannabe-genius companies trying to make automobiles smarter than their drivers?

Implications: As If We Need More of this Nonsense

What’s the big deal here, you ask? Well, apparently, the brains behind these companies believe they can improve our lives by creating AI-infused cars that can talk to each other, drive themselves, and do other stuff out of some sci-fi fantasy. I mean, seriously? These two corporations plan to join the ever-increasing number of tech companies in putting unnecessary smart car tech on the roads, adding to the ever-increasing confusion and frustration of those who still value their driving skills. Will this technology save lives, reduce traffic, or have any real benefits for humankind? Who knows, but they sure do seem proud of themselves.

Hot Take: Yet Another Gimmick to Get Excited About

So, there you have it. MediaTek and Nvidia are trying to make history with their “groundbreaking” partnership to create AI-driven connected cars because clearly, neither company had anything better to do. While there may be some potential benefits (according to them), it mostly sounds like another unnecessary piece of tech-geekery to humblebrag about. Why not focus on improving things that matter, like creating more sustainable resources or solving world hunger, instead of tampering with automobiles? Anyway, get ready for an influx of tech bros on the roads, distracted by their shiny new AI car toys that no one really asked for.

Original article:https://venturebeat.com/ai/mediatek-taps-nvidia-gpu-and-ai-for-connected-car-chipsets/