Today's news:
1. According to EFE on the 2nd, La Rioja Province in northwestern Argentina issued debt-offset vouchers, commonly known as "Chacho," on the 1st. The provincial government will use "Chacho" to pay the salaries of national civil servants. It will circulate like legal tender and be used to pay for trade, service fees, and taxes.
2. On July 4, the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference issued the "Shanghai Declaration on Global Governance of Artificial Intelligence." The declaration advocates jointly promoting development, protecting security, discussing governance, gathering people's wisdom, and sharing results. It encourages countries to strengthen exchanges and dialogue. The declaration proposes promoting the development of artificial intelligence, maintaining its security, building an AI governance system, enhancing social participation, improving public literacy, and improving quality of life and social welfare.
3. TrendForce reports that DRAM spot prices have risen slightly due to the tight supply of DDR4 and DDR5. The supply of old DDR4 chips stripped from retired modules has slightly decreased. However, consumer electronics demand has not rebounded significantly, limiting the price increase of DDR4 chips. DDR5 product prices have risen slightly as Samsung has allocated more 1alpha nm production capacity to HBM, resulting in tighter supply.
4. According to Shanghai Securities News, at the 2024 World Artificial Intelligence Conference, Tesla's second-generation humanoid robot Optimus was officially unveiled. The second-generation Optimus has increased its walking speed by 30% and can now handle tasks such as "handling" eggs and carrying heavy objects with ease, in addition to perception and touch capabilities.
5. Interface News reports that the Japanese government will establish a public-private partnership framework to develop infrastructure for generative artificial intelligence based on the language and culture of Southeast Asia. Japan will provide technical and financial support to help countries establish large-scale language models.
6. According to Cailian Press, CNBC reports that Greece officially became the first EU country to implement a six-day work week to boost its troubled economy. The regulation, which came into effect in July, stipulates that employees of private enterprises providing round-the-clock services can choose to work an extra two hours a day or eight hours a week.
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Today's Insights: Stick to doing these 5 things and meet a better self
1. Don’t give up easily on the way to struggle
Nothing in life can be achieved overnight; it often requires long-term persistence and deep cultivation. Once you identify your goal, never give up easily. In the process, hone yourself and constantly surpass your limits. Even when facing challenges, keep your head held high. Only such determination can lead to a broader path in life.
2. Get along with others and know how to think from others’ perspectives
People's hearts are mutual. Knowing how to think from others’ perspectives and considering others more can promote a win-win situation. The same issue, when viewed from different angles, often leads to different understandings. Try to look at problems from the other person’s perspective to truly understand them. Learn to think from others’ perspectives, and you will have a broader view, make more rational judgments, and win the trust of others.
3. Don’t overthink when you are alone
There are always moments in life when no one can accompany you. When you are alone, don’t overthink and don’t let yourself be trapped in negative emotions. Learn to enjoy and use the time when you are alone. In solitude, work hard and settle quietly, like a seed taking root and growing upwards.
4. Don't give up kindness on the way forward
Life is long, and a clear conscience is kindness. True kindness means having a gentle heart, making others feel comfortable, and being warm without being ostentatious. Remember the goodness of others and warm your heart. Treat others well, and you will hear the echo of love. Be a kind person. When you light a lamp for others, you also warm yourself.
5. Remember to take care of yourself at all times
No matter how busy you are at work, remember to eat; no matter how many things you have to do, don't stay up all night. If you are sick or uncomfortable, seek medical treatment in time. Maintain a positive attitude and don’t get stuck in your emotions. Take good care of your body and mood. Don’t rush, don’t try to shine, don’t be someone else—just be yourself. Live every day seriously, and the beauty of life will return to you unexpectedly.